Dillon Quick-Check "Red" Cable Tension Meter

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2 Ranges, up to 10,000lb Capacity

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Measures cables from 3/16" to 1" / 5 mm to 25 mm (OD)

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AWT05-508112 - 2000 lb / 10 kN / 1000 kg
AWT05-508111 - 10000 lb / 45 kN / 4500 kg

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2 Models
AWT05-508112 - 2000 lb / 10 kN / 1000 kg
AWT05-508111 - 10000 lb / 45 kN / 4500 kg
Measures Cables 3/16" - 1" (5mm - 25mm) (OD)

The Dillon Quick-Check "Red" Cable Tension Meter quickly measures tension in guy wires, zip lines, guardrail cable and overhead lines. It installs, measures and removes in seconds. The Dillon Quick-Check features a precision load cell for highly accurate measurements that do not require lookup or correction tables.

The Dillon Quick-Check can be placed on a cable, measure its tension, and removed in under three seconds! There are no complex lookup tables, no conversion charts. The operator can quickly select from 20 different wire sizes and types stored in Quick-Check's memory. The Check-Tensioning mode graphically displays the current and target tensions for extremely quick setting of line tension. Even the infrequent battery changes are quick.

The Dillon Quick-Check is used in many industries to ensure proper tensioning. Typical applications include tower and stack guy wires, zip lines, pretensioned cable barriers, bridges, elevators, winch rope, overhead electric transit wires, fall arrest systems, aircraft cables and utilities.

Kit Contents

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Features

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• Includes NIST-Traceable Calibration Certificate
• 2 Year Warranty
• Stores calibrations for up to 20 unique wire sizes and types up to 1 inch max. (25 mm)
• Portable and rugged – designed for outdoor use
• Telescoping handle engages meter quickly with minimal effort
• Uses standard AA Batteries for up to 120 hours of use
• User-selected units of measure of Lbf, Kgf or Newtons
• CE Certified

Specifications

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Capacity	AWT05-508112 - 2000 lb / 10 kN / 1000 kg AWT05-508111 - 10000 lb / 45 kN / 4500 kg
Resolution (Selectable)	AWT05-508112 Low 10lb/5Kg - Med 5lb/2Kg - High 2lb/1Kg AWT05-508111 Low 50lb/20Kg - Med 20lb/10Kg - High 10lb/5Kg *Default Setting is Medium
Wire sizes	3/16 inch through 1 inch (4.75 - 25mm)
Accuracy	±3% instrument capacity
Number of calibrations	Up to 20 can be stored independently
Operating Temperature	-4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
Loading error	Cable elongation of only 0.08 inch (2mm)
Display	Informative Display: Shows Unit, Wire Type, Sheave & Battery;
Date and Time	Included
Calibration Reminder	Included (set by factory)
Backlight	Included (configurable intensity and timer)
Power	AA batteries x2
Battery Life	10 Hz = over 250 hours continuous 100Hz = over 100 hours continuous *Tested with blacklight off
AZT (Automatic Zero Tracking) & Filtering	Configurable AZT and Filtering
Carrying Case	Included
RS-232 Port	4-Pin Lemo RS-232 output
Sheave range	Sheave accommodates rated cable size and 1/2" smaller. Sheaves are not compatible with larger wire sizes - order additional sheaves for wire sizes.
Units Of Measure	pound-force, kilogram force, Newtons
Environment protection	Suitable for continued outdoor use
Dimensions	10 x 23 x 3 inch (25 x 59 x 8 cm)
Weight	Approx 11 lb (5 kg)
Shipping Weight	25 lbs (11.4 kg)
Shipping Dimensions	29 x 19 x 9 inches (74 x 48 x 22 cm) with carrying case
Warranty	2 Years

Calibration

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Suggested wire calibrations

• Calibrate each cable diameter installed with the most appropriate sheaves. If two cable types are used of the same diameter (e.g. ½” 7x7 and ½” 6x19), calibrate each type independently if accuracy is critical.

Recalibration

• At user discretion. Commonly 24 months but should be more frequently with heavy use. Factory recalibration conducted typically in 2-4 days.

Custom Calibration Available

• The Dillon Quick-Check can be calibrated with a customer supplied sample if none of the factory calibrated materials are suitable. In this case a 10 ft. sample must be supplied (non-returnable).

What Size Sheaves should be Selected?

Three sheave sizes are available. For most applications one sheave set for the entire assortment of wire they tension will be sufficient. If you need to check tension in both 3/16" and 3/4" rope, then they should order two sheave sets. The operator must use the appropriate sheave set for the wire size and calibration stored. Changing sheaves sets takes about two minutes with the included wrench.

The Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter needs to be calibrated in advance for each wire diameter / wire construction you will be measuring. 1 calibration is included at no charge, each additional calibration is $120. 

When listing cables you must provide the diameter & construction, for example:

• Cable 1: 1/2", 1x7
• Cable 2: 3/4", 1x19

Inch

1 x 6

1 x 7

1 x 19

3 x 7

6 x 7

6 x 19

6 x 26

6 x 36

6 x 37

7 x 19

8 x 19

19 x 7

3 / 16

X

X

X

X

X

1 / 4

X

X

X

X

X

9 / 32

X

X

5 / 16

X

X

X

X

3 / 8

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

7 / 16

X

X

X

X

X

X

1 / 2

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

9 / 16

X

X

X

X

5 / 8

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

11 / 16

X

X

3 / 4

X

X*

X

X

X

X

X

13 / 16

X

7 / 8

X

X

X

X

1

X

X

M M

1 x 6

1 x 7

1 x 19

3 x 7

6 x 7

6 x 19

6 x 26

6 x 36

6 x 37

7 x 19

8 x 19

19 x 7

5

X

6

X

7.8

X

X

8

X

9

X

9.5

X

9.6

X

X

10

X

10.5

X

11

X

12

X

X

X

X

12.5

X

13

X

X

14

X

X

15

X

16

X

X

17

X

18

X

20

X

X

25.4

X

X

* = Pre-stretched

ACSR Cable - #2, #4, 1/O, 2/O, 4/O, 336 Oriole, 397, 556, 563 Penguin, 743 Chickadee, 997 Petunia, 795 Drake

Calibration load may be changed if desired. Higher calibration loads are limited by max. capacity of the sling. If the desired wire size/type does not appear, customer may supply 10 ft. sample of wire to determine if a custom calibration sling can be created (non-returnable). Consult factory for details.

Ordering Example

Item	Description
AWT05-508112	Dillon AWT05-508112 Cable Tension Meter
CTM-SH-S	Code S Sheave for 1/4" to 3/4"
CTM-CAL1	1st Calibration Free EX: 5/16" 1x7
CTM-CAL2	Optional Calibration* EX: 1/2" 6x19

*20 separate calibrations maximum

Downloads

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Dillon Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter - Comparative Matrix

Dillon Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter - Data Sheet

Dillon Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter - Diameter Decimal WEB

Dillon Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter - Instruction Manual