WAT+ PRECISION LOAD CELLS

Product catalog summary

Overview
The document provides detailed information about the WAT+ precision load cells, designed for dynamic tension measurement in various high-tech industries such as composites, wire and cable, textiles, packaging, labeling, and finishing equipment. The WAT+ system is highly modular, accurate, and cost-effective, offering tailored solutions for demanding applications.

Specifications
The WAT+ load cells are available in two sizes and various models, each with specific load ratings ranging from 50N to 5000N. The document lists the dimensions and technical features of each model, including safe load limits, resistance, supply voltage, sensitivity, accuracy class, working temperature, and weight.

Accessories
The document details various accessories compatible with the WAT+ load cells, including mounting flanges and shafts. Each accessory is specified with dimensions and reference numbers for easy identification.

Assembly Precautions
Instructions for mounting sensors are provided, including the types of screws to use and their maximum tightening torque values. This ensures proper installation and operation of the load cells.

Wiring and Calibration
The document outlines the wiring configuration for the load cells, specifying the connector types for each size. Calibration principles are also provided, detailing the steps to set zero offset and adjust the gain factor using known tension values.

Calculations
Formulas are provided for calculating the maximum working force (MWF) on the load cells, taking into account factors such as roll/pulley weight and maximum tension. These calculations help in sizing the load cells appropriately for specific applications.

Conclusion
The WAT+ precision load cells offer a comprehensive solution for accurate tension measurement across various industries. With detailed specifications, accessories, and installation guidelines, the system is designed to meet the needs of technically demanding applications.

Catalog excerpts

PRECISION LOAD CELLS Highly modular Highly accurate Cost saving by design WAT+S WAT+BH Web & Wire Accurate Tension WAT+ concept enables a comprehensive range of force transducers and accessories, especially designed for dynamic tension measurement of fibers, wires and web. WAT+ perfectly suits any technically demanding applications in various high-tech industries such as, composites, wire and cable, textiles, as well as packaging, labelling & finishing equipments. CANTILEVER COMPENSATION Constant measurement value, whatever the load position along the roller ! ACCESSORIES ACC-F Pulley mounting shaft Live shaft mounting Dead shaft mounting Rear side mounting flange* Tailored solution with WAT+ concept : Create your own design!

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PRECISION LOAD CELLS TECHNICAL FEATURES SIZE 1 Transducer Reference Load rating (FS) Safe Load limit Accuracy Class Working Temp Resistance Supply Voltage Included connector + shielded cable 5m length DIMENSIONS LOAD CELLS D1 SENSORS S SENSOR WAT+ ACCESSORY SHAFT ASSEMBLY PRECAUTIONS FOR MOUNTING Screw type (class 8,8) Tightening torque max value Screw FHc, M10 M4, class 8.8 tightening FHc M16*30 Max M16 torque = 1.5 Nm FHc M10*13 Screw FHc, Screw M10, M10x13, class 8.8 class 8.8 Max tightening Max tightening torque = 20 Nm torque = 20 Nm

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PRECISION LOAD CELLS DIMENSIONS ACCESSORIES DS1 *Keep an axial play to ensure thermal expansion of the dead shaft.

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PRECISION LOAD CELLS LOAD DIRECTION WIRING Supply 1 - Brown = + 3 - Blue = - Signal 2 - White = + 4 - Black = - Connector Size 1 : M8 - IEC 61076-2-104 A-Standard Size 2 : M12 - IEC 61076-2-101 A-Standard WAT+ is supplied with connector and a five meters shielded cable. The load direction has to be oriented following the resultant direction. RV PRECISION LOAD CELL [CF07].indd 2 WMF = Max Working Force on load For 2 load cells, the MWF must be divided by 2 to size each load cell W = Roll / pulley weight F = Max tension (on the product) *safety factor 1.5 included CALIBRATION PRINCIPLES 1 - Release...

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WAT+ PRECISION LOAD CELLS

WAT+ PRECISION LOAD CELLS

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