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METER - ROPE TENSION







          RTM - ROPE TENSION METER

          the rtm can be used in applications where accurate
          measurement in pre-loaded wire ropes is required. such
          applications can be stay ropes, suspension ropes, catenary
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          ropes etc. the rtm is applied direct to the rope and the
          measured tension value is presented digitally.
          RANGE OF APPLICATION

          The RTM was designed to swiftly and accurately measure the tension
          in fixed or stationary ropes or cables i.e. guy wires for masts and/or
          towers or other guyed constructions. The RTM will also be very useful
          in determining the tension in overhead suspension ropes for railways
          catenary’s. The RTM can be used to measure tension forces up to 20
          metric ton and for wire ropes with a diameter of up to 38 mm. Thanks
          to the use of microprocessor technology the RTM can be calibrated
          on up to 10 different wire rope dimensions/types. The digital read
          out display will clearly show the tension of the wire rope selected. No
          calibration tables are required.
          FUNCTION

          The RTM is very simple and handy to use. Simply hold and” clip” it to the rope to be tested and use the large
          hand screw to deflect the rope to a fixed angle. The resultant force will then affect the load cell and measure the
          tension in the wire rope. The resultant signal is digitally processed and displayed in a graduation selected and
          pre-programmed. The RTM can be graduated in kN, klb or in metric ton.
          SAFETY

          The RTM is a delicate testing instrument for swift, handy and accurate testing of pre-tensioned stationary ropes.
          Thanks to the design of the instrument it can temporarily be overloaded with 100% of its nominal capacity
          without affecting the accuracy of the instrument. Tempered outer rope supports and centre clamping jaw give
          the instrument a long service life with accurate measurements. The RTM is delivered in a robust and light weight
          transport case (760 x 400 x 170 mm) for easy handling and protection of the instrument.
          SPECIFICATIONS

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           capacity (measurement range)            2 – 20 ton
                     Rope OD                       6 – 38mm
           Numbers of Ropes to be Stored  Up to 10 (factory programmed)*
                                              2 – 6% of max. capacity
                     Accuracy             (Dependant on wire rope type and
                                                 characteristics)
                      Display               Digits 12mm, LCD, 0-19999
                      Battery             9V Standard, 6LR61 or equivalent
                  Operating Time                    25 Hours
                                          Corrosion and weather resistant,
                      Material
                                           side plates anodised aluminium
                    Dimensions              135mm x 380mm x 685mm
                      Weight                         6.2kg
                Temperature Range                 -20 to +60°C
                                          Conforms to class IP 65 according
                  Protection class
                                               to IEC 529. NEMA 13.
          *1st Rope Calibration Free


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