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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
G DYNAMOMETERS & LOAD CELLS
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
contact specialised Force for tension meter sizes & Pricing
278 SYDNEY Head Office (02) 9547 1844 Adelaide (08) 8352 8866 Brisbane (07) 3256 6011 Townsville (07) 4728 8756
Darwin (08) 8984 4453 Melbourne (03) 9761 4199 Perth (08) 9354 8544 Port Hedland (08) 9172 1113 Tasmania 0427 423 217