Key Features Of The Titan Moto M-Series Gear Shift Load Cell
Male Threads In M6 Or M8
M6 x 1 or M8 x 1.25 male threads, right and left hand, screw straight into rod ends and linkages.Tension And Compression Measurement
Four ranges from ±50 to ±200 kg with a 0.5-4.5 V output centered on 2.5 V.Built For Sequential Gearboxes
Provides the shift force signal used for quick-shift systems on racing cars and motorcycles.Ratiometric Or Regulated Supply
Runs from a 5 V ECU sensor supply or directly from 8 to 16 VDC.Rapid 200 Hz Response
Responds in under 5 ms to follow fast gear changes accurately.Rated For The Engine Bay
Operates from -20 to +135 °C with vibration resistance to MIL-STD-810C at 20 g.
Applications For Gear Shift Load Cells
With male threads and a compact body, the Titan Moto M-Series fits a wide range of in-line force measurements:
- Quick-shift systems – gear lever force sensing for ignition cut and auto-blip strategies.
- Sequential gearbox development – analyzing shift force and timing during testing.
- Suspension and pushrod testing – measuring link loads on track or on the rig.
- Control rod force – loads in steering, throttle and actuator linkages.
- Aero surface measurements – loads on wing stays and adjustable aerodynamic parts.
Why Shift Force Matters In A Quick-Shift System
A quick-shifter lets the driver or rider change gear without lifting the throttle or using the clutch. To do that, the ECU has to know the exact moment a shift is requested. A simple switch can only say on or off; a load cell reports how much force is on the lever and in which direction, so the ECU can separate a deliberate shift from vibration or a resting foot.
The M-Series uses a strain gauge Wheatstone bridge with built-in amplification to produce a 0.5-4.5 V signal. At rest the output is 2.5 V. It rises as the rod is compressed and falls as it is pulled, giving separate, tunable thresholds for upshifts and downshifts.
Force Ranges In kg, Newtons And lbf
| Range (kg) | Approx. Newtons | Approx. lbf |
|---|---|---|
| ±50 | ±490 N | ±110 lbf |
| ±100 | ±981 N | ±220 lbf |
| ±150 | ±1471 N | ±331 lbf |
| ±200 | ±1961 N | ±441 lbf |
Thread Options And Wiring
- Threads – M6 x 1 or M8 x 1.25 male, right and left hand
- Installation torque – less than 20 Nm
- Cable – 50 cm of 24 AWG wire in an abrasion and chemical resistant sleeve
- Wiring – red: supply, black: 0 V, white or yellow: signal
- Protection – IP65
Titan Moto M-Series Load Cell Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Motorsport gear shift load cell, tension and compression |
| Sensor Technology | Strain gauge, Wheatstone bridge |
| Force Ranges | ±50, ±100, ±150, ±200 kg (tension and compression) |
| Safe Overload | 1.5 x rated range |
| Rupture Rating | 500 kg |
| Accuracy | ≤ ±0.5% FS |
| Output | 0.5 to 4.5 V (3-wire), 2.5 V at zero load, ±0.5% setting tolerance |
| Signal Direction | Voltage increases with compression |
| Supply Voltage | 4.5 to 5.5 VDC (ratiometric) or 8 to 16 VDC (regulated) |
| Current Consumption | 2.5 mA (ratiometric), 5 mA (regulated) |
| Output Load | 5.5 mA maximum into 1 kΩ |
| Response Time | < 5 ms (200 Hz) |
| Operating Temperature | -20 to +135 °C |
| Thermal Effects | < ±0.02% FS/°C |
| Mechanical Connection | M6 x 1 or M8 x 1.25 male thread, right and left hand |
| Installation Torque | < 20 Nm |
| Materials | Stainless steel body, aluminum cover |
| Weight | < 50 g without cable |
| Electrical Connection | 50 cm 24 AWG wires in abrasion and chemical resistant sleeve |
| Wiring | Red: supply; Black: 0 V; White or yellow: signal |
| Ingress Protection | IP65 |
| Vibration | MIL-STD-810C Curve L, 20 g |
| EMC | EN 50082-1 |
Titan Moto M-Series Gear Shift Load Cell FAQs
Should I choose M6 or M8 threads?
Match the thread to your existing shift rod and rod ends. M6 x 1 is common on motorcycle linkages, while M8 x 1.25 suits heavier car shift mechanisms.
How does the M-Series differ from the F-Series?
The M-Series has male threads in M6 or M8, and the F-Series has M6 female threads. Ranges, output, accuracy and temperature rating are the same.
Can it measure both upshifts and downshifts?
Yes. The load cell measures tension and compression. The output is 2.5 V at rest, rises with compression and falls with tension, so separate thresholds can be set for each direction.
What supply voltage does it need?
The ratiometric version runs from 4.5 to 5.5 VDC and the regulated version from 8 to 16 VDC.