Engineered for precision Designed for integration
HITEC Sensors is the industry leader in custom sensors and advanced custom sensor solutions, specialising in custom strain gauge technology and customised sensor-based measurement systems.
We deliver custom sensor design, development, and manufacturing services for OEMs and high-performance industries requiring precision measurements using custom-designed gauges.
When off-the-shelf products are not suitable, our team provides complete custom sensor solutions tailored to your application, geometry, load case, and operating environment.
Custom Sensor Design, Development and Manufacturing
Every application is different. That is why our approach combines custom sensor design expertise with full custom sensor development and manufacturing capability.
As sensor customization experts, we support:
Design for complex system integration
Architecture and integration support
Design, development and manufacturing
Force, torque, multi-axis, and load measurement
Extreme and
high reliability environments
From initial concept through prototype validation and production scale-up, we provide a complete sensor customisation service backed by in-house strain gauge installation and calibration expertise.
Custom Sensor Pathway
Our structured development process reduces risk and accelerates time to production.
1. Capture Requirements
Every project starts with listening. We capture your load ranges, environment, form factor, and compliance needs to ensure nothing is overlooked.
2. Design & Simulation
Our engineers model and simulate sensor concepts using advanced FEA tools, ensuring performance and reliability before a prototype is built.
3. Prototype & Validation
We create rapid prototypes and test them under real-world conditions, verifying accuracy, durability, and integration fit.
4. Calibration Testing
Each sensor is calibrated to international standards and tested to confirm precision and stability, from laboratory to field conditions.
5. Delivery & Support
We don’t stop at delivery. HITEC offers ongoing calibration, field service, and engineering support to keep your systems running at peak performance.
Custom Sensor Capabilities
Custom Strain Gauge
Load Cells
Industrial load cells are precision strain gauge-based force transducers designed to measure tension, compression, weight, and overload in demanding environments. HITEC Sensors offers a comprehensive range including rod end, pancake, hollow pancake, flange, threaded rod, and load pin configurations.
Engineered for accuracy and durability, these load cells support aerospace, energy, medical, transportation, and industrial applications where reliable force measurement is critical. With in-house strain gauge expertise and customisation capability, HITEC delivers both standard and application-specific solutions, backed by calibration and technical support to ensure long-term performance in complex operating conditions.
Custom Strain Gauge
Miniature Sensors
HITEC miniature sensors are precision strain gauge-based force and load measurement solutions engineered for compact, high-accuracy applications. Designed for tight integration where size and performance matter, our miniature load cells and force transducers support robotics, medical devices, automation equipment, and embedded systems. Each sensor combines robust construction with finely tuned strain gauge installation to deliver reliable measurements in constrained spaces and dynamic environments.
With in-house expertise and customisation capability, HITEC can tailor miniature sensor geometry, load range, and output to your application requirements. Trust HITEC miniature sensors for precision force measurement where standard solutions are too large or unable to meet exacting performance demands.
Custom Strain Gauge
Torque Sensors
HITEC torque sensors are precision strain gauge-based measurement solutions engineered to deliver accurate torque and rotational force sensing in demanding test and operational environments. Designed for reaction and rotating applications, our torque transducers support automotive drivetrains, industrial machinery, aerospace systems, and robotics where reliable torque measurement is critical.
With robust construction and finely tuned strain gauge installation, HITEC torque sensors deliver high fidelity performance across dynamic loads and extended duty cycles. In-house expertise and customisation capability allow tailoring of sensor size, range, and output to your application requirements. Trust HITEC torque sensors for precise, durable torque measurement in complex mechanical systems.
Custom Strain Gauge
Multi-Axis Sensors
HITEC multi-axis sensors are precision strain gauge-based force and torque measurement solutions engineered for complex, multi-component applications. Designed to capture accurate force and moment data across multiple axes, these advanced sensors support robotics, aerospace, automation, biomechanical testing, and research environments requiring high-resolution vector measurement. Combining robust mechanical design with precision strain gauge installation, HITEC multi-axis sensors deliver reliable performance under dynamic loads and tight integration constraints.
With customisation capabilities for geometry, range, and output, we tailor solutions to your specific application needs. Choose HITEC for multi-axis sensor technology that provides comprehensive force and torque insight where standard single-axis devices fall short.
Custom Strain Gauge
Load Pins
HITEC load pins are precision strain gauge-based load measurement solutions designed to replace standard structural pins with integrated force sensing capability. Engineered for tension and shear load monitoring, these rugged sensors are ideal for lifting equipment, cranes, industrial machinery, aerospace structures, and heavy-duty applications where space and reliability are critical. Each load pin combines robust mechanical construction with precision strain gauge installation to deliver accurate, real-time load data without altering system geometry.
With in-house engineering and customisation capability, HITEC load pins can be tailored for diameter, load range, environmental sealing, and output requirements to meet demanding operational conditions.
Custom Strain Gauge
Force Sensors
HITEC force sensors are precision strain gauge-based measurement solutions engineered to deliver accurate tension and compression force data in demanding applications. Designed for reliability and long-term stability, our force transducers support aerospace, medical, robotics, automotive, and industrial systems where precise load measurement is essential. Combining robust mechanical design with expertly installed strain gauges, HITEC force sensors provide high accuracy across static and dynamic loading conditions.
With in-house engineering and customisation capability, we tailor geometry, load range, mounting configuration, and output to suit your specific integration requirements. Choose HITEC force sensors for dependable, high-performance force measurement in complex environments.
Custom Sensor Solutions for Demanding Industries
Aerospace
HITEC provides precision strain gauge sensors for aerospace applications including flight control systems, structural load monitoring, landing gear testing, and propulsion development, delivering reliable performance in extreme temperature, vibration, and certification-driven environments.
Automotive & Transportation
HITEC delivers precision force, load, and torque sensors for automotive and transportation applications, supporting drivetrain testing, chassis validation, braking systems, EV platforms, and durability programmes with reliable, high-accuracy strain gauge measurement solutions.
Energy
HITEC provides robust force, load, and torque sensors for energy applications including oil and gas equipment, renewable systems, and power generation, ensuring accurate measurement in high-pressure, high-vibration, and harsh operating environments.
Industrial
HITEC delivers precision force, load, and torque sensors for industrial applications including automation systems, heavy machinery, structural monitoring, and process control, providing reliable strain gauge measurement in demanding production and operational environments.
Medical
HITEC provides high-precision force and load sensors for medical applications, supporting surgical robotics, infusion systems, patient handling equipment, and diagnostic devices with compact, reliable strain gauge measurement solutions designed for accuracy and safety-critical environments.
Space
HITEC delivers precision strain gauge force and load sensors for space applications, supporting satellite structures, launch systems, propulsion testing, and spacecraft integration with reliable measurement performance in extreme temperature, vacuum, and vibration conditions.
Custom Sensors or off-the-shelf products
Standard catalogue sensors are built for general-purpose applications, but challenging applications are anything but standard. Unique load ranges, tight spaces, harsh environments, or integration requirements often make off-the-shelf products a compromise.
We collaborate with engineers across aerospace, medical, robotics, automotive, energy, and industrial markets to design custom strain gauge sensors that fit perfectly into their systems. Whether it’s a miniature sensor for a surgical tool, a multi-axis sensor for a robotic arm, or a high-capacity load cell for structural testing, HITEC builds custom strain-gauge solutions where catalogue products fall short.
| Off-The-Shelf Products | Custom Sensor Solutions |
| Limited sizes and capacities | Engineered to precise requirements |
| Standard configurations | Designed for unique applications |
| General-purpose designs | Optimized for performance in specific environments |
| Minimal adaptability | Any geometry, form factor, or size |
| Fixed electronics options | Integrated electronics & DAQ tailored to system |
| Suited for general markets | Built for mission-critical industries |
Harsh Environments
Extreme conditions demand extraordinary solutions
HITEC designs sensors that thrive where others fail, from subsea oil & gas pipelines and cryogenic chambers to aerospace re-entry vehicles and high-temperature industrial systems.
Every sensor is engineered with materials, sealing, and protection tailored to the environment, ensuring reliable performance under the toughest conditions.
Compact & Miniature
When space is tight but precision is critical, HITEC delivers
Our miniature sensors fit into surgical tools, prosthetics, aerospace components, and other compact systems without sacrificing accuracy.
By combining advanced strain gauge techniques with innovative packaging, we provide unmatched measurement solutions, enabling breakthroughs in medical, aerospace, and wearable technologies.
High-Capacity & Precision
Ultimate precision at every resolution
From aerospace structural testing to industrial presses and automotive crash rigs, HITEC custom sensors deliver accuracy and repeatability at the highest load ranges.
Our designs balance robustness with precision, ensuring data you can trust even under extreme force. Whether it’s mega-newtons or delicate force resolution, we tailor sensors to match the exact requirements of your application.
Integrated Electronics
HITEC goes beyond sensors to provide complete measurement solutions
We integrate amplifiers, telemetry, and data acquisition systems directly into the sensor package, simplifying installation and enhancing performance.
From wireless torque telemetry in rotating shafts to built-in signal conditioning for medical and aerospace devices, our integrated electronics reduce complexity and deliver ready-to-use solutions.
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