• Rigid, portable tension meter CTM for rope diameters from 4.75 up to 25.4 mm (3/16 up to 1 inch), designed for outdoor use
• The reading is shown directly in the display; their is no need for comparison tables
• Large, easy to read, backlighted LCD display; digit hight 2.54 cm
• User selectable units kN, lbf, kgf
• Delivery includes calibration for one material. Calibrations for total 20 different materials can be made and saved.
• The instrument is supplied with one set of sheaves (rollers). Three sheave sizes are available. For most applications one sheave set for the entire assortment of wire they tension will be sufficient. The operator must use the appropriate sheave set for the wire size and calibration stored. Changing sheaves sets can be done quickly.
• A extended long handle engages meter quickly with minimal effort
• The readings can be stored and later transferred using the RS-232 interface to PC

Standard Features

• Easy to operate – force sensor and display are integrated in the same housing
• Battery operation (AA)
• CE approved (tested for electromagnetic compatibility)
• Optionally available: Inspection Certificate 3.1 according EN 10204 with calibration report

 Available Models

Delivery includes one roller set (as requested). Additional roller sets are optional available.

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• Electronic yarn tension meter MST with motorized take up with tension range up fixture
• The electronic tension meter ETX is the basis of this instrument
• Motorized take-up fixture to have constant speed of the thread 9 m/min
• Adjustable electronic damping for better reading when tension is constantly fluctuating
• Vacuum base for positioning the unit on the work plate when tension is measured at the sewing machine
• Special fixture to determine shuttle tension
• Tension meter MST has a coloured, backlight TFT display with 3 different display modes
  – numeric
  – numeric with live bargraph
  – numeric with graph (time-tension)
• The display rotates in 90° steps for better reading
• Tension meter MTS can be connected to a PC using the USB interface to monitor readings constantly on a PC
• Memory for 60.000 readings
• 5 different memory modes can be selected by the operator:
  • Mode S: only statistical values per series are displayed
  • Mode H: storage of the X-Y-diagram for reviewing after finishing a series of measurement
  • Mode C: continuous logging over a user set time and max. 999 series of measurement (2 Hz)
  • Mode F: as C with higher sampling rate (200 Hz)
  • Mode D: storage of single readings and statistic

Model MTS can be connected to a PC with the USB cable. With the software SW-TI3-M »Tension Inspect 3« readings can be displayed, statistically analysed and saved. For more information see “Optional Accessories

•  Selectable units of measurement: cN, g, N and lb
• Very high data sampling rate (internal 1 kHz)
• Storage of MIN, MAX, last reading, average and standard deviation per measuring interval
• User-set MIN and MAX alarms with indication of TFT display if reading is out of limits
• Adjustable electronic damping for better reading when tension fluctuates
• Automatic “Zero-Setting” in each measuring position using a special sensor technique
• 3 separate calibration material memory locations for custom calibrations
• Calibration adjustment for fine tuning of the calibration if material differs from the used calibration material
• Menu set-up in English or German language

Standard Features

• Battery or mains operation
• Rugged aluminium housing
• Easy to operate
• CE approved (tested for electromagnetic compatibility)
• 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

Left: Seam with correct adjusted thread tension
Right: Too much threat results in not sufficient linkage of the threat the the used material

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• The portable Tension meter KXE is made of a sensor and indicator
• The sensor can easily be engaged or disengaged also while the machine is running
• The unique sensor configuration provided two 22 mm wide cylindrical roller for the capture of two groups of yarns, one on each side of the sensor for measurement. Therefore the sensor will be measuring 50 mm of ends while the process is running – see “Operation”
• The display can be rotated by 180° for better reading
• Storage of last, average, Max, MIN, PEAK tension values during an operator set measuring period. These values can be recalled in the display or downloaded to a PC
• Adjustable electronic damping for better reading when tension is constantly, strongly fluctuating
• The indicator can be connected to a PC using the USB interface to monitor readings constantly on a PC
• Memory of max. 4000 displayed tension values split up to 255 series of measurements and statistics (Last, AVG, MIN and MAX of displayed values, MIN-Peak and MAX-Peak are values measured within a measuring frequency of 100 Hz). Stored data can be transferred to a PC and analyzed using the FREE Tension Inspect

• 4 different memory modes can be selected by the operator:
  – Mode S: only statistical values per series are displayed
  – Mode L: statistics plus 10 displayed values of each series of measurement
  – Mode C: statistics plus 4000 displayed values arbitrary split up to 255 series
  – Mode F: as C plus higher sampling rate of 100 Hz = values/s
• Powered by rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery (60 h battery life with 3.5 h charge time) with a universal voltage AC-charger

Standard Features

• Measurements can be made over the total width of the loom
• Sensor: ball-bearing mounted rollers – width – outer roller 100 mm, measuring roller 50 mm
• LCD display with illuminated background for better reading, update time 2 times a second
• CE approved (tested for electromagnetic compatibility)
• 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

Tension meter KXE can be connected to a PC with the USB cable. With the FREE software SW-TI3 »Tension Inspect 3« readings can be displayed, statistically analyzed and saved. For more information see “Standard Accessories”

 Available Models

* Suitable for 95 % of applications

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Tension Meter first appeared on EgeRate Elektronik.

• »Multifunctional instrument:«
  – Tension Meter
  – Yarn Speed Meter
  – Yarn Length Meter to determine the yarn consumption of a single feeder for one or more machine cycles (max. 10 revolutions) of a circular knitting machine
• Tension meter PT-100-L with easy Slide-In material threading by cone shaped, ball-bearing mounted guide rollers and turning the instrument
• Length Measurement – 2 operating modes:
  -“Manual” (without external sensor):
  The instrument measures as long as the operator is pressing the button
  -“Auto” (with “Reed” magnet Sensor):
  Sensor and magnet are supplying a start/stop signal for a user-defined number of machine revolutions (1 – 10)
• Automatic »zero setting« to zero the instrument in any measuring position
• Adjustable electronic damping to provide steady tension readings
• When the series of measurement ends, the average value can be displayed
• Tension meter PT-100-L for right and left hand use
• User-set measuring units of cN or grams
• Measuring head width 24 mm (outer distance of guide rollers)
• Powered by rechargeable lithium polymer battery (40 h battery life with 3.5 h charge time) with a universal voltage AC-charger

Standard Features

• Tension meter with small, compact aluminium housing
• Easy one hand operation
• Tension meter with easy to read LCD display
• Each instrument is individually calibrated for highest accuracy
• CE proofed, interference resistance about static charge
• Certificate of compliance with the order 2.1 according DIN EN 10204 is included
• Optionally available: Inspection Certificate 3.1 according DIN EN 10204 with calibration report (tension only)

to insert the measuring material the instrument must be wrapped by 180 degrees

 Available Models

 * Speed and length measurement is only possible with a thread tension higher than 10 cN.
** Suitable for 95 % of applications – PA = Polyamide Monofilament

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Tension Meter first appeared on EgeRate Elektronik.

• Tension meter PT-100 with easy Slide-In material threading by cone shaped, all-bearing mounted guide roller and turning the instrument
• Automatic »zero setting« to zero the instrument in any measuring position
• Adjustable electronic damping to provide steady tension readings
• When the series of measurement ends, the average value can be displayed
• Tension meter PT-100 for right and left hand use
• User-set measuring units of cN or grams
• Measuring head width 24 mm (outer distance of guide rollers)
• Powered by rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery (40 h battery life with 3.5 h charge time) with a universal voltage AC-charger

Standard Features

• Tension meter with small, compact aluminium housing
• Easy one hand operation
• Tension meter with easy to read LCD display
• Each instrument is individually calibrated for highest accuracy
• CE proofed, interference resistance about static charge
• Certificate of compliance with the order 2.1 according DIN EN 10204 is included
• Optionally available: Inspection Certificate 3.1 according DIN EN 10204 with calibration report (tension only)

to insert the measuring material the instrument must be wrapped by 180 degrees

 Available Models

* Suitable for 95 % of applications – PA = Polyamide Monofilament

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Tension Meter first appeared on EgeRate Elektronik.

• Small measuring head width with of only 36 mm for measurements at positions with limited space
• Turned-up outer finger edges guide the running filament into the roller grooves
• Length of measuring head approx. 64 mm
• Small, ball-bearing mounted, V-grooved guide rollers
• Calibration with Polyamide Monofilament (PA)
• Tension meter DTSE with large, backlight LCD-display
• 3 different display modes:
  – numeric
  – numeric with bargraph
  – numeric with graph (Time-Tension)
• The display rotates in 90° steps for better reading
• New, unique, force reduced material catching system
• Automatic „Zero-Setting“ in each measuring position using a special sensor technique
• 4 Material memory locations for customer made calibrations
• Calibration adjustment for fine tuning of the calibration if material differs from the used calibration material
• Programmable MIN- and MAX alarms: indication in the display, if reading is out of limits
• High speed data sampling (internal 8 kHz) and recording of MIN-, MAX-, last reading, PEAKS, average and standard deviation
• Selectable units of measurement: cN, daN, g, kg, N, lb
• Menu set-up in English or German language
• Flexible menu set-up to meet operators demand
• Some functions can be password protected

Note: Tension meter DTXE offers additional features, like interface, statistical evaluation on PC and a large internal memory.

Standard Features

• Everything in operator’s view:
  – the guide rollers
  – the measured material
  – the readings
• Filament guide and roller shifting mechanism ensure easy acquisition of the running material
• Rubberized handle provides a secure hold in the operators‘ hand
• Tension meter with rugged aluminium housing
• LiPo accumulator (approx. 40 hours continuous operation) with AC adapter
• CE certified, interference resistant against static electrifications
• 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

* Width of bracket assembly
** Suitable for 95 % of applications

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Tension Meter first appeared on EgeRate Elektronik.

Additional functions in comparison to basic instrument DTSE

• Memory for 60.000 readings
• USB interface
• Tension meter DTXE with 5 different memory modes:
  Mode S: statistics only
  Mode H: storage of the X-Y-diagram for reviewing after finishing a series of measurement (e.g. short time spooling)
  Mode C: continuous logging over a user set time and different series of measurement (2 Hz)
  Mode F: fast, continuous logging over a user set time and different series of measurement (1000 Hz)
  Mode D: storage of single readings and statistic
• 10 Material memory locations for customer made calibrations
• Software Tension Inspect 3 for displaying real-time readings on a PC and to store them into a file
• Wi-Fi module for wireless communication with a PC (optional)

Function of basic instrument DTSE

• Small measuring head width with of only 36 mm for measurements at positions with limited space
• Turned-up outer finger edges guide the running filament into the roller grooves
• Length of measuring head approx. 64 mm
• Small, ball-bearing mounted, V-grooved guide rollers
• Calibration with Polyamide Monofilament (PA)
• Tension meter DTXE with large, backlight LCD-display
• 3 different display modes:
  – numeric
  – numeric with bargraph
  – numeric with graph (Time-Tension)
• The display rotates in 90° steps for better reading
• New, unique, force reduced material catching system
• Automatic „Zero-Setting“ in each measuring position using a special sensor technique
• 4 Material memory locations for customer made calibrations
• Calibration adjustment for fine tuning of the calibration if material differs from the used calibration material
• Programmable MIN- and MAX alarms: indication in the display, if reading is out of limits
• High speed data sampling (internal 8 kHz) and recording of MIN-, MAX-, last reading, PEAKS, average and standard deviation
• Selectable units of measurement: cN, daN, g, kg, N, lb
• Menu set-up in English or German language
• Flexible menu set-up to meet operators demand
• Some functions can be password protected

Standard Features

• Everything in operator’s view:
  – the guide rollers
  – the measured material
  – the readings
• Filament guide and roller shifting mechanism ensure easy acquisition of the running material
• Rubberized handle provides a secure hold in the operators‘ hand
• Tension meter DTXE with rugged aluminium housing
• LiPo Accumulator (approx. 40 hours continuous operation) with AC adapter
• CE certified, interference resistant against static electrifications
• 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

* Width of bracket assembly
** Suitable for 95 % of applications

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Tension Meter first appeared on EgeRate Elektronik.

• Large, v-grooved guide rollers with 32 groove diameter, ball bearing mounted
• Large bending radius assures gentle handling of the material being measured
• Special guides on the bracket assembly permit easy material acquisition
• Calibration with Polyamide Monofilament (PA)
• Tension meter DTSF with large, backlight LCD-display
• 3 different display modes:
  – numeric
  – numeric with bargraph
  – numeric with graph (Time-Tension)
• The display rotates in 90° steps for better reading
• New, unique, force reduced material catching system
• Automatic „Zero-Setting“ in each measuring position using a special sensor technique
• 4 Material memory locations for customer made calibrations
• Calibration adjustment for fine tuning of the calibration if material differs from the used calibration material
• Programmable MIN- and MAX alarms: indication in the display, if reading is out of limits
• High speed data sampling (internal 8 kHz) and recording of MIN-, MAX-, last reading, PEAKS, average and standard deviation
• Selectable units of measurement: cN, daN, g, kg, N, lb
• Menu set-up in English or German language
• Flexible menu set-up to meet operators demand
• Some functions can be password protected

Note: Tension meter DTXF offers additional features, like interface, statistical evaluation on PC and a large internal memory.

Standard Features

• Everything in operator’s view:
  – the guide rollers
  – the measured material
  – the readings
• Filament guide and roller shifting mechanism ensure easy acquisition of the running material
• Rubberized handle provides a secure hold in the operators‘ hand
• Tension meter with rugged aluminium housing
• LiPo accumulator (approx. 40 hours continuous operation) with AC adapter
• CE certified, interference resistant against static electrifications
• 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

* Outer distance between outside guide rollers
** Suitable for 95 % of applications

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Tension Meter first appeared on EgeRate Elektronik.

Additional functions in comparison to basic instrument DTSF

• Memory for 60.000 readings
• USB interface
• Tension meter DTXF with 5 different memory modes:
  Mode S: statistics only
  Mode H: storage of the X-Y-diagram for reviewing after finishing a series of measurement (e.g. short time spooling)
  Mode C: continuous logging over a user set time and different series of measurement (2 Hz)
  Mode F: fast, continuous logging over a user set time and different series of measurement (1000 Hz)
  Mode D: storage of single readings and statistic
• 10 Material memory locations for customer made calibrations
• Software Tension Inspect 3 for displaying real-time readings on a PC and to store them into a file
• Wi-Fi module for wireless communication with a PC (optional)

Function of basic instrument DTSF

• Large, v-grooved guide rollers with 32 groove diameter, ball bearing mounted
• Large bending radius assures gentle handling of the material being measured
• Special guides on the bracket assembly permit easy material acquisition
• Calibration with Polyamide Monofilament (PA)
• Tension meter DTXF with large, backlight LCD-display
• 3 different display modes:
  – numeric
  – numeric with bargraph
  – numeric with graph (Time-Tension)
• The display rotates in 90° steps for better reading
• New, unique, force reduced material catching system
• Automatic „Zero-Setting“ in each measuring position using a special sensor technique
• 4 Material memory locations for customer made calibrations
• Calibration adjustment for fine tuning of the calibration if material differs from the used calibration material
• Programmable MIN- and MAX alarms: indication in the display, if reading is out of limits
• High speed data sampling (internal 8 kHz) and recording of MIN-, MAX-, last reading, PEAKS, average and standard deviation
• Selectable units of measurement: cN, daN, g, kg, N, lb
• Menu set-up in English or German language
• Flexible menu set-up to meet operators demand
• Some functions can be password protected

Standard Features

• Everything in operator’s view:
  – the guide rollers
  – the measured material
  – the readings
• Filament guide and roller shifting mechanism ensure easy acquisition of the running material
• Rubberized handle provides a secure hold in the operators‘ hand
• Tension meter DTXF with rugged aluminium housing
• LiPo accumulator (approx. 40 hours continuous operation) with AC adapter
• CE certified, interference resistant against static electrifications
• 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

* Outer distance between outside guide rollers
** Suitable for 95 % of applications

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Tension Meter first appeared on EgeRate Elektronik.

• Ball-bearing mounted guide rollers
  – V-grooved (for material with max. 4 mm Ø)
  – U-grooved (for material with 3 up to 15 mm Ø)
  – tape grooved (for material with max. width of 10 mm)
• Large roller diameter for minimized material deflection
• Special guides on the bracket assembly permit easy material acquisition
• Tension meter DTSL with large, backlight LCD-display
• 3 different display modes:
  – numeric
  – numeric with bargraph
  – numeric with graph (Time-Tension)
• The display rotates in 90° steps for better reading
• New, unique, force reduced material catching system
• Automatic „Zero-Setting“ in each measuring position using a special sensor technique
• 4 Material memory locations for customer made calibrations
• Calibration adjustment for fine tuning of the calibration if material differs from the used calibration material
• Programmable MIN- and MAX alarms: indication in the display, if reading is out of limits
• High speed data sampling (internal 8 kHz) and recording of MIN-, MAX-, last reading, PEAKS, average and standard deviation
• Selectable units of measurement: cN, daN, g, kg, N, lb
• Menu set-up in English or German language
• Flexible menu set-up to meet operators demand
• Some functions can be password protected

Note: Tension meter DTXL offers additional features, like interface, statistical evaluation on PC and a large internal memory.

Standard Features

• Everything in operator’s view:
  – the guide rollers
  – the measured material
  – the readings
• Filament guide and roller shifting mechanism ensure easy acquisition of the running material
• Rubberized handle provides a secure hold in the operators‘ hand
• Tension meter DTSL with rugged aluminium housing
• LiPo accumulator (approx. 40 hours continuous operation) with AC adapter
• CE certified, interference resistant against static electrifications
• 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

 * Outer distance between outside guide rollers

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Tension Meter first appeared on EgeRate Elektronik.