--- title: The Value of Bolt-On Sensors description: Bolt-On sensors are are low cost solution for your weighing application. --- [![km-logo](https://blog.kistlermorse.com/hs-fs/file-2242254027-png/kistlermorse/km-logo.png)](http://www.kistlermorse.com) [Rep Login](http://12.27.253.71/reps/) - [About Us](http://kistlermorse.com/about-us/) - [Products](http://kistlermorse.com/products/) - Solutions - [Why Weigh](http://kistlermorse.com/solutions/weigh/) - [Inventory Management](http://kistlermorse.com/solutions/data-interpretation/) - [Weighing Details](http://kistlermorse.com/solutions/weighing-details/) - [Product Selector](http://kistlermorse.com/solutions/product-selector/) - Support - [Service Support](http://kistlermorse.com/support/service-support/) - [Application Assistance](http://kistlermorse.com/support/application-data-sheets/) - [Resources](http://kistlermorse.com/support/resources/) - [Installation Manuals](http://kistlermorse.com/support/installation-manuals/) - [Specification Sheets](http://kistlermorse.com/support/specification-sheets/) - [Software Downloads](http://kistlermorse.com/support/software-downloads/) - [Find Your Rep](http://kistlermorse.com/find-your-rep/) - [Contact](http://kistlermorse.com/contact/) - Media - [News](http://kistlermorse.com/news/) - [Kistler-Morse Blog](https://blog.kistlermorse.com) - [Trade Shows & Events](http://kistlermorse.com/news/trade-shows/) - [Case Studies & White Papers](http://kistlermorse.com/case-studies-white-papers/) # Kistler-Morse Blog ## [The Value of Bolt-On Sensors](https://blog.kistlermorse.com/value-of-bolt-on-sensors) Posted by [Kistler-Morse](https://blog.kistlermorse.com/author/kistler-morse) on Oct 5, 2015, 12:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Bolt-Ons](http://kistlermorse.com/product/microcell-bolt-sensor/) are small strain gauge sensors that attach to the legs of a silo (or other type of beam support structure) and measure the stress level changes in the vessel's supports caused by material movement. --- ## • TURN YOUR SILO INTO A SCALE When the strain gauge sensors are bolted on to the support structure of the vessel, it [converts the vessel into a weighing system](http://kistlermorse.com/case-studies-white-papers/). Adding weight to a  vessel compresses the gauge, changing the sensor's resistance, which produces an electrical output proportional to the material weight change. ## • EASY INSTALLATION Bolt-on technology uses the vessel's existing structure - there is no need to empty the vessel or take the vessel out of production. There are no specialized tools needed for the installation of the strain gauge sensors. [Learn more about bolt-on quantity and placement here.](https://blog.kistlermorse.com/bolt-on-sensor-guidelines) ## • LOW COST SOLUTION Because the existing vessel is used, there is no need to spend money on vessel modification. --- ### **How do you know if bolt-on sensors are right for your application?** Part of determining if bolt-on strain gauge sensors are appropriate for an application is the PSI value (or stress level). Kistler-Morse has developed a tool to help you determine if the PSI value required for bolt-on sensors exists in your application. The calculator includes three vessel scenarios - Leg Supported, Horizontal Beam and Skirted Silo. Click below to download the PSI Calculator! [![Download the PSI Calculator](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/385257/7136811d-3372-4dd2-a231-f2cdacd47336.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/385257/7136811d-3372-4dd2-a231-f2cdacd47336) ### Subscribe to Email Updates ### Recent Posts ![](https://blog.kistlermorse.com/hs-fs/file-2242253992-png/kistlermorse/footer-logo.png) 150 Venture Boulevard Spartanburg, SC 29306 U.S.A. Phone: (864) 574-2763 Toll Free: (800) 426-9010 Fax: (864) 574-8063 E-mail: [info@kistlermorse.com](mailto:info@kistlermorse.com) #### Quick Links - [Application Assistance](http://kistlermorse.wpengine.com/support/application-data-sheets/) - [Find Your Rep](http://kistlermorse.wpengine.com/find-your-rep/) - [Terms & Conditions](http://kistlermorse.wpengine.com/pdf/venture-measur…rms-conditions/) ### News & Events [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/2442624) [MAP](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//150+Venture+Blvd,+Spartanburg,+SC+29306/@34.91344,-81.963226,17z/data=!4m13!1m4!3m3!1s0x88579dd034563f49:0x990094c7cbd1c1ee!2s150+Venture+Blvd,+Spartanburg,+SC+29306!3b1!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x88579dd034563f49:0x990094c7cbd1c1ee!2m2!1d-81.963226!2d34.91344) ©2014 Kistler-Morse® • 150 Venture Blvd. • Spartanburg, SC 29306 • (800) 426-9010 or (864) 574-2763 [Web Design by Drum Creative](http://www.drumcreative.com)