Tension force sensor KAT series

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Tension force sensors of the type KAT were specifically developed for direct measurement of forces acting in cables, wires, ropes, or tapes. They can best be installed in places where the design of the machine already requires the use of deflection rollers or guide rollers. This is e. g. the case in situations such as - Cable making machines - Stranding machines - Foil capacitor manufacturing - Label printing machinery etc. By using a screw instead of a roller to lead the force into the shaft, the tension sensor KAT can also be used to measure compression forces. Strain gauges applied to the active surfaces of the cantilever beam measure the acting forces. The strain gauge bridge is supplied with stabilized DC voltage from a strain gauge amplifier such as the Measuring Amplifiers AME2 or MV125 for further processing of the measuring signals. The signals at the output terminals of the amplifier are proportional to the tensile force in the material. The signals can be digitally displayed or used as actual values in closed loop controls. Mechanical stops limit the measuring deflection and provide overload protection. The axial cable entry facilitates mounting the sensor to the machine frame.