Optic Fiber Tension Sensor

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6 Tension Ranges from 0–100 g up to 0–5.00 Kg

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Large 70 mm aluminum rollers minimize bending of material which might damage or brake the fragile filament

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6 Tension Ranges: 0–100 g up to 0–5.00 Kg

Large 70 mm aluminum rollers minimize bending of material which might damage or break the fragile filament.

The outer rollers are mounted on a movable plate to minimize contact when measurements are not being made.

Tension ranges of 10Kg and higher are available without moveable outer rollers.

Built-in signal conditioning with ZERO and SPAN pots provide a high-level, analog output to minimize the chance for signal interference

Features

• 70mm V-grooved rollers are rated for speeds up to 5000 m/min.
• Specify TE-CABLE-CC 5 ft. connecting cable (optional, longer lengths are available upon request).
• Frequency response of 100 Hz.
• 0-1 V DC output, proportional to tension (0-10 V DC optional).
• Precision strain gauge sensing insures highest accuracy.
• Optional rollers are available for a wide variety of material profiles.
• Surface mount electronics provide long-term reliability

Specifications

Accuracy	± 1.5% FS or better
Sensor Excitation	12-18 VDC, 21mA
Middle Roller Deflection	0.5mm (maximum)
Sensor Output	0-1 V DC (standard) 0-10 V DC (optional) proportional to tension
Frequency Response	100 Hz
Overload Rating	150% FS
Housing Material	Aluminum
Operating Temp.	40 to 105° F (5-40° C)
Spacing of Outer Rollers	40, 100, 150, 200 & 20mm, see dimensions above
Roller shell Material	Hardened Steel (Standard) Chrome-plated Steel (CH) Hard-coat Aluminum (AL) Plastic (PL) Ceramic (CE)
Maximum Linear Speed	1000 m/min (Standard) 3000 m/min (K) 5000 m/min (U)
Output (Optional)	Analog: 0 –2 V AC, linearized, app. 500 Hz Digital: RS 232 (9600,8,N,1)

Ranges

Model	Range	Model	Range
TF-100	0-100 g	TF-1K	0-1000 g
TF-200	0-200 g	TF-2K	0-2000 g
TF-500	0-500 g	TF-5K	0-5.00 Kg

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Downloads

TF Optic Fiber Tension Sensor - Instruction Manual

TF Optic Fiber Tension Sensor - Data Sheet