© Tinius Olsen Ltd
L-Series Manual – Issue 1
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Rotate socket to align with plug then push to
engage lock ring
Rotate lock ring clockwise to jack socket into
final position.
5.5. Fitting Load Cell
The machine will be provided with a load cell equal to or less than the maximum capacity of the
machine.
These interchangeable Load Cells are available in capacities from 50kN (11,250 lbf, 5100 kgf)
down to 5N (1.1 lbf, 0.5 kgf).
5.5.1. Single Screw Machines
On H1KL single screw machines, the load cell is mounted on the underside of the fixed
crosshead at the top of the loading column.
The H5KL requires the load cell to be mounted on the underside of the moving
crosshead, both machines use a hex bolt and washer for fixing. Lower capacity load
cells require a spacer sleeve to be inserted in the crosshead enabling smaller load cell
mounting bolts to be used (H5KL only). Use the hex key provided to tighten the cell in
place. Before mounting any load cells to the crosshead, always check to insure that the
contact surfaces are clean.
Connect the load cell by plugging the 15 pin connector into the load cell socket just
under the crosshead. Care must be taken when mounting the cell as it is handed. The
correct orientation is with the slot to the top and cable at the rear for single screw
machines
Note Failing to do so will effect the overall performance of the cell.
The following diagrams indicate how to mount a 5KN load cell to the H5KL Machine.
Ensure both areas are free of packing
and are clean
Align plug with socket and push together
Store excess cable in area shown
Hold load cell in safe area and position it parallel to the crosshead then fully tighten with
Hex Key. When installing low capacity load cells (less than 5kN) it is imperative the load
be held in the safe area when locking the load cell in position (shown in the diagram
below).
Failure to carry out the above procedure may lead to load cell damage beyond repair.
