Howe Richardson Load Cells: Sales, Service and Replacement for Stainless and Canister Load Cells
Reviewed by MNM Scales technicians · Updated November 1, 2026 · Prices checked November 1, 2026
Short answer: Yes, MNM Scales sells and services Howe Richardson load cells, including stainless steel and compression canister cells. Howe Richardson load cells are quoted per order: send us the part number, capacity and cable length from the cell’s label, or call (832) 290-3120. We also test, replace and calibrate load cells in our Cypress shop or on-site across Greater Houston, and stock replacement load cells at live prices.
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Howe Richardson builds industrial weighing equipment, and its load cells sit under tanks, hoppers, silos and high-capacity platforms. MNM Scales has sold, calibrated and repaired scales for over 30 years from our shop in Cypress, Texas. This page covers how to order Howe Richardson load cells, the stainless steel and canister styles, replacement options we stock, and load cell service.
Howe Richardson load cells: how to get a quote
- Read the label: the Howe Richardson part number, capacity, serial number and cable length are on the load cell’s label or tag.
- Note the mounting: the hardware the cell sits in (top and bottom plates, cups or mounts) and the number of cells in the system.
- Send it to us: request a quote with the details and a photo, or call (832) 290-3120.
- Get the quote: we confirm the cell, the price and the lead time, and can quote installation and calibration with it.
Stainless steel and canister Howe Richardson load cells
Howe Richardson part numbers 20908XXX and 244699-000X are cross-referenced in published load cell interchange charts against stainless steel, welded-seal compression canister load cells rated 10,000 to 500,000 lb. A compression canister is a column-style cell in a sealed stainless steel body, built for high capacities and wet or washdown areas.
| Style | What it is | Where it is used |
|---|---|---|
| Stainless steel compression canister | Column cell in a welded-seal stainless steel housing; capacities to 500,000 lb in published interchange charts | Tanks, hoppers, silos and high-capacity platforms |
| Stainless steel beam or S-type cells | Shear beam or S-beam cells in stainless steel for washdown and corrosive areas | Platforms, process scales, hanging and tension weighing |
Load cell accuracy classes and NTEP ratings are explained in our Class 1 load cell guide.
Replacement load cells in stock at MNM Scales
Need a load cell right away? These are in stock now. Match capacity, output, mounting, dimensions and cable before you order; we can check the fit for you.
| Load cell | Type and capacity | Notes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNM Scales CP-1-500K compression load cell | Compression, 500,000 lb | The listing cross-references Howe Richardson 20908XXX | $1,698 |
| MNM Scales IDS-672-25K-CT | Pancake tension and compression, 25,000 lb | With certificate | $398 |
| MNM Scales MS-1-SS S-type load cell | Stainless steel S-type, 10,000 lb | NTEP | $279 |
| Rice Lake GX-1-SH-4K shear beam | Stainless steel washdown shear beam, 4,000 lb | NTEP | $121 |
| Zemic B8D-N5-2.5K shear beam | Stainless steel shear beam, 2,500 lb | Moisture-proof sealed | $198 |
| A&D LCB05K060 load cell | Stainless steel hermetically sealed single-point, 60 kg | IP67 | $373.50 |
| MNM Scales stainless steel junction box | Summing card for 4 load cells | Stainless steel enclosure | $38.99 |
See every model in load cells and MNM Scales load cells.
Howe Richardson load cell service: testing, replacement and calibration
We service Howe Richardson load cells and the scales and vessels they sit in, in our Cypress shop or on-site across Greater Houston. Our scale repair service in Houston covers load cells, cables and junction boxes.
- Testing: zero balance, bridge resistance and insulation resistance tell a good cell from a damaged one; see how to test a load cell.
- Junction box and cables: moisture or a loose wire in the junction box can look like a failed cell, so we check it first; see load cell junction box.
- Replacement: we install the new Howe Richardson cell or a matched replacement, set the mounting hardware and trim the junction box for multi-cell systems.
- Calibration: after a replacement the system is calibrated with test weights; see industrial scale calibration for options.
On-site service in Greater Houston is $295 + $2 per mile per visit, with the work quoted per job; see on-site scale calibration in Houston. Outside Houston, ask about mail-in service for smaller cells and scales.
Signs a load cell needs service
- The reading drifts or will not return to zero with the vessel or platform empty.
- One corner or one support reads differently from the others in a section test.
- The indicator shows an overload or out-of-range code with no load applied.
- The cable is cut, crushed or wet, or the cell has taken a shock load.
Using load cells in legal-for-trade scales in Texas
When a load cell goes into a scale used to buy or sell by weight, match the replacement’s NTEP rating to the scale. TDA does not require an NTEP certificate for every device, but the scale must meet NIST Handbook 44 and suit its use; some scales do need one, so we recommend NTEP models and can check yours. TDA explains this in Legal for Trade Scales in the State of Texas (PDF). See our NTEP guide, TDA scale certification guide and legal-for-trade scale calibration in Texas. Our TDA-registered technicians recalibrate and test the scale after the cell is replaced.
Need a Howe Richardson load cell? Send the part number, capacity and cable length from the label, plus a photo, and we will quote the cell, the installation and the calibration.
Frequently asked questions
Does MNM Scales sell Howe Richardson load cells?
Yes. Howe Richardson load cells are quoted per order. Send the part number, capacity and cable length from the cell’s label through our quote form, or call (832) 290-3120.
Do you service Howe Richardson load cells?
Yes. We test, replace and calibrate Howe Richardson load cells and the scales and vessels they support, in our Cypress shop or on-site across Greater Houston.
What is a Howe Richardson canister load cell?
It is a column-style compression load cell in a sealed stainless steel body. Howe Richardson parts 20908XXX and 244699-000X are cross-referenced in published interchange charts against stainless steel, welded-seal compression canisters rated 10,000 to 500,000 lb.
Can I replace a Howe Richardson load cell with another brand?
Often, yes, when the capacity, output, mounting, dimensions and cable match. Our CP-1-500K compression load cell ($1,698) lists Howe Richardson 20908XXX among its cross-references. Send us the part number and we will confirm the fit.
How do I know if a load cell is bad?
Drift, a reading that will not return to zero, one support reading differently from the others, or an out-of-range code with no load are signs. A zero balance, bridge resistance and insulation test confirms it.
How much does on-site load cell service cost in Houston?
The on-site service call is $295 + $2 per mile per visit, and the load cell, installation and calibration are quoted per job.