This paper describes the development of a 6-component load cell with plate beams which may be used to measure forces Fx, Fy, Fz and moments Mx, My, Mz simultaneously in industry. We have analyzed the bending strains on the surface of the beams under forces or moments by using Finite Element Method and designed the sensing elements of 6-component load cell. We have also determined the attachment location of strain gages of each load cell and fabricated 6-component load cell. To evaluate the rated strain and interference error of each load cell, we have carried out characteristic test of 6-component load cell.