ZD2
Tension Meter

6 Tension ranges available
from 3 – 30 cN up to 20 – 300 cN
Economical mechanical tension meter for checking fibers, threads and fine wires with low tensions up to max. 300 cN

Universal measuring instrument with large guide rollers groove Ø 12 mm

Tension Meter for a variety of applications in the textile and wire industry

Special Features

  • The analog display of tension meter ZD2 shows changing and fluctuating tensions fast and enables an optimal process adjustment
  • Filament guide and roller shifting mechanism ensure easy acquisition of the running material
  • Large, easy to read scale (54 mm Ø)
  • Light weight

Standard Features

  • Everything in operator’s view:
    – the guide rollers
    – the measured material
    – the readings
  • Ball-bearing mounted, V-grooved guide rollers
  • Each instrument is individually calibrated for highest accuracy
  • Tension meter with high-strength plastic housing
  • Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 according EN 10204 is included
  • Optionally available: Inspection Certificate 3.1 according EN 10204 with calibration report

Available Models

Model Tension Range
 Measuring Head Width*
 SCHMIDT Calibration Material**
ZD2-30 3 – 30 cN 63 mm PA: 0.12 mm Ø
ZD2-50 5 – 50 cN 63 mm PA: 0.12 mm Ø
ZD2-100 10 – 100 cN 63 mm PA: 0.12 mm Ø
ZD2-150 20 – 150 cN 63 mm PA: 0.12 mm Ø
ZD2-200 20 – 200 cN 63 mm PA: 0.12 mm Ø
ZD2-300 20 – 300 cN 63 mm PA: 0.20 mm Ø

Other tension ranges available on request.
Other units of measure available, such as g.
* Width of filament guide
** Suitable for 95 % of applications – PA = Polyamide Monofilament

Calibration to customized material:
If process material differs significantly from the SCHMIDT calibration material in diameter, rigidity or shape, special calibration using customer supplied samples is recommended. For this purpose a material sample of about 5 m should be supplied

SPECIFICATIONS

Calibration: According to SCHMIDT factory procedure
Accuracy: ±1 % full scale or ±1 graduation on scale
Scale diameter: 54 mm
Temperature range: 10 – 45 ºC
Air humidity: 85 % RH, max.
Housing material: Plastic (POM)
Dimensions: See dimensions
Weight, net (gross): Approx. 220 g (620 g)

Specifications subject to change without notice!

SCALES

SCHMIDT scales are manufactured according to the most stringent quality requirements. Printed scales are not used. Instead, each scale is individually marked for the instrument involved. This ensures highest quality. Our special procedure makes it possible to provide tension meter ZD2

  • calibrated to custom supplied material
  • fine tuned to a specific tension range
  • other units of measure such as g

DELIVERY INCLUDES

Tension meter ZD2 with carrying case, operating instruction in German or English (as requested), Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 free of charge

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