TSF
Tension Sensor

6 Tension ranges available
from 0 – 100 cN up to 0 – 5000 cN
Stationary electronic tension sensor for measuring sensitive materials as optical fibres, technical fibres etc.

Large, smooth running guide rollers with 70 mm groove diameter for minimized material deflection. The outer rollers can be moved downward, in case of non-measurements

Tension sensor for quick and easy mounting

Special Features

  • Tension sensor TSF with integrated measuring amplifier and high accuracy of 1 % FS
  • Large bending radius for gentle handling of sensitive material
  • Smooth running, V-grooved guide rollers, ball-bearing mounted with 70 mm Ø
  • The outer rollers can be moved downwards to minimize contact in case of non-measurements
  • Various output signals are available:
    – analog: 0 – 1 V DC (standard), 0 – 10 V DC (optional)
    – current: 4 – 20 mA (optional)
    – analog DMS: mV/V (optional)
  • Easy installation, even afterwards, on existing machines
  • Easy calibration to customized material by operator – zero and gain calibration is required
  • Tension sensor with mechanical overload protection
  • Measuring principle – load cell with high quality strain gauge bridge

Note: a wide range of custom designed models as well modifications are available on request. Please contact us with your demand!

Standard Features

  • Tension sensor TSF with rugged aluminium housing
  • Required power supply +15…24 V DC (regulated)
  • 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**
TSF-100 0 – 100 cN 270 mm PA: 0.12 mm Ø
TSF-200 0 – 200 cN 270 mm PA: 0.12 mm Ø
TSF-500 0 – 500 cN 270 mm PA: 0.20 mm Ø
TSF-1000 0 – 1000 cN 270 mm PA: 0.30 mm Ø
TSF-2000 0 – 2000 cN 270 mm PA: 0.50 mm Ø
TSF-5000 0 – 5000 cN 270 mm PA: 0.80 mm Ø

Other tension ranges and measuring head widths available on request.
Other measuring units available, such as g.
* Outer distance between outside guide rollers
** 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 and ±1 digit
Other calibration material:
±3 % full scale or better
Overload protection: 100 % of tension range
Measuring principle: Strain gauge bridge
Measuring roller deflection: Max. 0.5 mm
Natural frequency: Approx. 500 Hz, depending on tension range
Signal processing: Analog
Temperature drift: Less than ±0.05 % full scale/ºC
Output signal: Standard: 0 – 1 V DC (analog) impedance: ≥ 5 kΩ
Option: 0 – 10 V DC (analog), 4 – 20 mA (current) or mV/V (DMS)
Damping (fg): Standard: 30 Hz (other values on request)
Temperature range: 10 – 45 ºC
Air humidity: 85 % RH, max.
Power supply: +15…24 V DC, 21 mA regulated
Code A3: max. 50 mA regulated
Code A10: max. +5 V DC, max. 20 mA regulated
Housing material: Aluminium
Dimensions: See dimensions
Weight, net (gross): Approx. 800 g (1100 g)

Specifications subject to change without notice!

GUIDE ROLLERS

Order-Code Line Speed vmax. …m/min Roller Material
Standard 5000 Hard-coated aluminium

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

E10061 – Diode Plug with Bayonet Cap

Diode Plug suitable for sensors of TS series,
cable outlet 3.5 – 6 mm
Order number: E10061

 

 

 

 EK0603, EK0605 and EK0610 – Connecting Cable with 2 diode plugs

Connecting cable with 2 diode plugs, for analog output and voltage signal.
For connecting the TS sensor to the display unit SCD-1.
Order number: EK0603, Length 3 m
Order number: EK0605, Length 5 m
Order number: EK0610, Length 10 m

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 EK0612, EK0614 and EK0615 – Connecting Cable with 1 diode plug and open ends

Connecting cable with 1 diode plug and open ends, for analog output and current signal.
For connecting sensors of TS series to the display unit SC-PM.
Order number: EK0612, Length 3 m
Order number: EK0614, Length 5 m
Order number: EK0615, Length 10 m

OUTPUT SIGNAL

Standard

Output signal: 0 – 1 V DC

 

 

 

 

 

 Code A2

Output signal: 0 – 10 V DC

 

 

 

 

 

 Code A3

Output signal: 4 – 20 mA

 

 

 

 

 

 Code A10

Output signal: mV/V
For sensors without amplifier
incl. firmly connected cable with open ends, 3 m long

DELIVERY INCLUDES

Tension sensor TSF with transport packaging, operating instruction in german or english (as requested), Certificate of Compliance 2.1 according EN 10204 free of charge

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