Classic Tension Transducers
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TENSION TRANSDUCERS CANTILEVERED Tensi-Master®CR Cantilevered Load Cells for Measurement and Control of Tension In Wire, Fiber & Ribbon Applications Performance Benefits Design Features Cleveland Motion Controls specializes in the design and application of web tension control product solutions. Included is the family of ClevelandKidder® Tensi-Master® CR Tension Transducers, providing measurement and control of tension in wire, fiber and ribbons. Tensi-Master® CR Tension Transducers utilize a cantilevered “twin beam” to render greater sensitivity and response without sacrificing protection from overload and transients common to industrial process machinery. Tensi-Master® CR Tension Transducers are designed for supporting a customer supplied pulley assembly in applications such as printing, coating, cutting, plating, laminating, and embossing; and in the processing of tire cord, textiles, wire, tape, extensible film, thread and yarn, paper, foil, cellophane, and many other products. Tensi-Master® CR Tension Transducers are easily applied, provide consistent quality, and are highly responsive for enhanced system performance. With heavy duty construction and a low maintenance design, they minimize downtime. Semiconductor strain gauges are bonded to the beam assembly, and provide a linear output signal as the beam assembly is deflected by the force acting on the pulley or roll. Tensi-Master® CR Tension Transducers are available in eight different load ratings, providing tension sensing of wire, fiber and ribbons over an extremely wide range. With a versatile transducer orientation capability, they easily accommodate tension forces applied in any direction. Flexibility of installation is accomplished by adding mounting hardware to a basic module to complete the body style. • Negligible displacement of “twin beam” design resulting in high level linear output signal, high frequency response and overall system stability. • Easily oriented at any angle to accommodate all web paths. • Accommodates customer-mounted pulley. • Heavy duty construction with corrosion resistant finish and dust seal. • Incorporates a built-in overload stop. • Accommodates “MS type connectors. • Wide range of Maximum Force ratings. • Wide operating temperature range. • Corrosion-resistant finish and dust seal.

Stud Mounted Flange Mounted Bearing Replacement Pillow Block Tensi-Master CR CONFIGURATION GUIDE This diagram illustrates the various configurations provided by the Tensi- Master modular design. Note: Tensi-Master CR transducers are designed for use with a cantilevered roller only. TRANSDUCER CARTRIDGE TRANSDUCER CARTRIDGE 1. Maximum Working Force (MWF) rating, based upon the value determined by using the equation provided in the calculation section. 2. Transducer Cartridge Type and Size: 3. Required Mounting Kit for Type FL, BR and PB 4. Standard length (17 ft. or 23 ft.) or custom length...

OPERATING PARAMETERS It is recommended that the operating parameters do not exceed the maximum values in the table. Consult the factory if operation outside of these limits is required.

DIAGRAM OF "TWIN BEAM" TRANSDUCER Determine the M.W.F. required using the following equation: M.W.F. = Maximum Working Force (lbs.) T - Maximum Total Tension (lbs.) K = Transient Tension Overload Factor Gage Resistance: Gage Factor: Excitation Voltage: Output Signal @ Rated M.W.F: (Maximum Working Force) Operating Temperature Range: Sensitivity Change with Temperature: Combined Non-linearity Each transducer contains half a bridge having a nominal resistance of 120 ohms per gage, wired as shown above. (Consult factory if operating temp, is Less than 0.02%/°F. of rated output ±0.5% maximum of...