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Introduction

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1.0

Introduction

The TuffSeal

®

 series are excitation or signal trim junction boxes that can 

accommodate two, three or four load cells. Primarily used in floor and hopper scales, 

each model also has the capability to extend to more than four load cells using an 

excitation connector. 

All models have a new Prevent

®

 breather vent, which inhibits the buildup of pressure 

caused by sudden temperature or environmental changes. It must be changed every 

six months to a year, it does become dirty over time. When correctly installed and 

torqued to 10 lb/in, all models can withstand 900 PSI water pressure.

All terminals will function properly without modification. However, load cell output can 

be individually trimmed with potentiometers which is further explained in 

Section 4.0 

on page 6

 of this manual.

The TuffSeal manual, part number 91909, has been updated to 184803 

effective July 24, 2017.

Figure 1-1. Junction Boxes

Manuals and additional resources are available from the  Rice Lake 

Weighing Systems website at 

www.ricelake.com

Warranty information can be found on the website at 

www.ricelake.com/warranties

1.1

Model Designations

The TuffSeal junction box comes in several different models including stainless steel 

for the small junction box and an FRP enclosure for the mid-range junction box. Some 

models are FM Approved.

Applications vary from use in floor scales to hoppers so selection can vary from a light 

to a mid-range capacity junction box. 

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Special Conditions of Use

Electrostatic Charging Hazard – Clean junction box enclosure with a 

damp cloth only. 

This equipment was examined and approved for connection to a single Indicator only.

Note

WARNING

Summary of Contents for TuffSeal JB4EP

Page 1: ...TuffSeal Light to Mid Range Capacity Junction Box JB4ES JB4SS JB4EP JB4SP Installation Manual January 29 2020 PN 184803 Rev A...

Page 2: ...marks of their respective companies All information contained within this publication is to the best of our knowledge complete and accurate at the time of publication Rice Lake Weighing Systems reserv...

Page 3: ...and asking for the training department 1 0 Introduction 1 1 1 Model Designations 1 1 2 Special Conditions of Use 1 2 0 Mounting Procedure 2 2 1 Small Junction Boxes JB4ES and JB4SS 2 2 2 Mid Range Jun...

Page 4: ...ii TuffSeal Light to Mid Range Junction Boxes Rice Lake continually offers web based video training on a growing selection of product related topics at no cost Visit www ricelake com webinars...

Page 5: ...meters which is further explained in Section 4 0 on page 6 of this manual The TuffSeal manual part number 91909 has been updated to 184803 effective July 24 2017 Figure 1 1 Junction Boxes Manuals and...

Page 6: ...he supplied cable length Altering the length can change the cell s signal output 2 1 Small Junction Boxes JB4ES and JB4SS Depending on the mounting surface the JB4ES and JB4SS enclosure can be attache...

Page 7: ...d screws bolts or other suitable masonry fasteners Figure 2 2 JB4EP and JB4SP Enclosure Dimensions Item No Description Qty 1 SL 11 PG 11 Cord Grips Cable Diameter 0 197 0 394 2 2 SL 7 PG 9 Cord Grips...

Page 8: ...ttern to be used 2 Route the load cell cables through the cord grips do not tighten the grips 3 Strip the wire insulation back 1 4 to expose the wire 4 Push in and hold the quick connect lever with a...

Page 9: ...ulation back 1 4 to expose the wire 4 Push in and hold the quick connect lever with a small screwdriver 5 Insert the appropriate wire into the exposed wire opening 6 Release the screwdriver to allow t...

Page 10: ...se to give maximum signal output from each load cell Figure 4 1 Excitation Main Board 4 Zero the indicator 5 Place calibrated test weights over each load cell The amount of test weights to be used dep...

Page 11: ...lls again for repeatability If necessary repeat Steps 4 through 11 13 Pull excess cable out of the enclosure 14 Tighten the cord grip assemblies with a wrench To be watertight each cord grip must be t...

Page 12: ...andards and Technology for weight recommendations For a four cell platform it s 25 of scale capacity is recommended 6 Record the value displayed on the indicator once test weight is placed on each cor...

Page 13: ...h cord grip must be tightened so the rubber sleeve begins to protrude from the hub 15 Plug unused hubs to prevent moisture entry 16 Place the supplied desiccant filter it in the junction box 17 Replac...

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