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Operating instructions wire rope force transducer, model F9204
ADPR1X914116.01 04/2020 EN/DE
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3. Safety
3.1 Explanation of symbols
WARNING!
... indicates a potentially dangerous situation that can result in serious
injury or death, if not avoided.
CAUTION!
... indicates a potentially dangerous situation that can result in light injuries
or damage to property or the environment, if not avoided.
Information
... points out useful tips, recommendations and information for efficient
and trouble-free operation.
2. Design and function / 3. Safety
3.2 Description
The wire rope force transducer was specially developed to measure loads on existing
steel cables, such as lifting equipment, bridge cranes, winches and hoists. The prere-
quisite for this is a rope anchor point, as the measurement takes place on the stationary
rope. The installed wire rope force transducer causes a slight bend on the rope.
As soon as the wire rope force transducer is subjected to a tensile load (F), lateral
forces arise due to the geometric deformation, which are measured by the force sensor
in the measuring spring. Due to the force acting in the measurement direction, the
measuring spring is elastically deformed. The resulting mechanical tensions are measu-
red by the installed measuring bridge (strain gauge) and output as an electrical output
signal. The corresponding signal indicates the actual loading acting on the rope. The
wire rope force transducer is manufactured from nickel-plated steel.
3.3 Scope of delivery
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Wire rope force transducer
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Operating instructions
