Tension Sensor LTS
8 tension ranges from 0 - 100 cN up to 0 - 20 daN
Stationary electronic tension sensors for measuring threads, fibres and thin wires with max. 2 mm Ø
Universal sensors for continuous tension measuring in wire and textile industry
Low-priced tension sensor
Low-priced tension sensor
Tension sensor LTS
Special Features
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- Easy installation
- Tension sensor with integrated measuring amplifier
- Analog output signal for connection to a display unit
- Many configurations are possible
- Easy calibration to customized material by operator
- Tension sensor with mechanical overload protection
- Wide variety of roller types can be specified
For sensor LTS-422 with digital output signal please click here
Standard Features
- V-grooved guide rollers, ball-bearing mounted
- Tension sensor with Aluminium housing
- Power supply +12...24 V DC (regulated)
- Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 according EN 10204 is included
- Optionally available: Inspection Certificate 3.1 according EN 10204 with calibration report
Available Models
| Model | Tension Range cN | Measuring Head Width* mm | SCHMIDT Calibration Material** |
| LTS-100 | 0 - 100 | 64 | PA: 0.12 mm Ø |
| LTS-200 | 0 - 200 | 64 | PA: 0.12 mm Ø |
| LTS-500 | 0 - 500 | 64 | PA: 0.20 mm Ø |
| LTS-1000 | 0 - 1000 | 64 | PA: 0.30 mm Ø |
| LTS-2000 | 0 - 2000 | 124 | PA: 0.50 mm Ø |
| LTS-5000 | 0 - 5000 | 124 | PA: 0.80 mm Ø |
| LTS-10K | 0 - 10 daN | 124 | PA: 1.00 mm Ø |
| LTS-20K | 0 - 20 daN | 224 | PA: 1.50 mm Ø |
Other tension ranges and measuring head widths available on request.
Other measuring units available, such as g or kg.
* Outer dimensions of front plate
** Suitable for 95 % of applications PA = Polyamide Monofilament
Other measuring units available, such as g or kg.
* Outer dimensions of front plate
** Suitable for 95 % of applications PA = Polyamide Monofilament
Calibration to customized material:
If process material differs significantly from the SCHMIDT calibration material in diameter, rigidity or shape, special calibration using customer supplied samples is recommended. For this purpose a material sample of about 5 m should be supplied.
If process material differs significantly from the SCHMIDT calibration material in diameter, rigidity or shape, special calibration using customer supplied samples is recommended. For this purpose a material sample of about 5 m should be supplied.
Guide Rollers | ||||||
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| Standard | 2000 | Hardcoated aluminium |
| Code K | 3500 | Hardcoated aluminium |
| Code H | 5000 | Plasma-coated aluminium |
| Code ST | 1000 | Hardened steel |
| Code B | 1000 | Tempered steel (for tire cord) |
| Code CE1 | 1000 | Ceramic |
| Code ASY | 1000 | Hardcoated aluminium, asymmetrical groove for model LTS-500 and higher ranges (measuring head width 124 mm) |
| Code ASYB | 1000 | Hardcoated aluminium, asymmetrical groove for model LTS-500 and higher ranges (measuring head width 124 mm) |
Click the order-code, to get picture and drawing of the guide rollers
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 | Guide Rollers Click picture to get an |
Output Signal
 | Standard Output Signal: 0 - 1 V DC Click picture for more information |
 | Code A2 Output Signal: 0 - 10 V DC |
Accessories (optional)
 | Connecting Cable With 2 plugs, for analog output and voltage signal Click picture for more information |
Calibration Report (optional)
 | Calibration Report Inspection Certificate 3.1 according DIN EN 10204 including a calibration report is optional availabel Click picture for more information |
Ordering Example
| To place an order | Model with tension range |
Code for output signal/ power supply (if not standard) |
Code for |
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Please indicate the com- |
LTS-500 | + | A2 | + | B | = | LTS-500-A2-B |
Delivery Includes
 | If sensor is ordered only: 1 diode male plug without connecting cable If sensor and display unit is ordered: 1 connecting cable, tension sensor with transport packaging, operating instruction in german or english (as requested), Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 according EN 10204 free of charge |
Specifications
| Calibration: | According to SCHMIDT factory procedure |
| Accuracy: | ±2 % full scale and ±1 digit or better other calibration material: ±3 % full scale and ±1 digit or better |
| Overload protection: | 100 % of tension range |
| Measuring principle: | Strain gauge bridge |
| Natural frequency: | Approx. 500 Hz, depending on tension range |
| Measuring roller deflection: | Max. 0.5 mm |
| Signal processing: | Analog |
| Output signal analog: | Standard: 0 - 1 V DC, impedance > 5 kΩ Option: 0 - 10 V DC |
| Damping (fg): | Standard: 30 Hz (other values on request) |
| Temperature drift: | Less than ±0.1 % full scale/°C |
| Temperature range: | 10 - 45 °C |
| Air humidity: | 85 % RH, max. |
| Power supply: | +12...24 V DC, 21 mA regulated |
| Housing: | Aluminium |
| Weight netto (gross): | E. g. model LTS-100 approx. 300 g (approx. 500 g) |
Specifications subject to change without notice!
