Tension Sensor MZ1

4 Tension ranges available
from 0 - 100 cN up to 0 - 1000 cN

Stationary electronic tension sensor for measuring tensions of narrow, parallel running threads, fibres and thin wires with a diameter up to approx. 2 mm

Universal sensor for continuous tension measuring in wire and textile industry with different output signals

Tension sensor for quick and easy mounting

Categories: Tension Meter, Single Sensors 3 Rollers, MZ Series, Stationary, electronic

Print page

Special Features

Small, compact housing

Tension sensor MZ1 with integrated measuring amplifier and high accuracy of 1.5 % FS

Typical material path – warping the 3 rollers

According to the application, different guide rollers are available

Various output signals are available:
– analog: 0 – 1 V DC (standard), 0 – 10 V DC (optional)
– digital (optional): USB, RS-232, RS-422 – see model MZ1-422
– current: 4 – 20 mA (optional)

Universal mounting possibility – easy to install, even afterwards, on existing machines:
The sensor can be mounted using the two threads at the underside of the housing body. Alternative it can be fixed on two flanges on the side of the unit.

Easy calibration to customized material by operator – zero and gain calibration is required

Measuring principle – load cell with high quality strain gauge bridge

Standard Features

V-grooved guide rollers, ball-bearing mounted

Tension sensor MZ1 with Aluminium housing

Required power supply +15…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

Lern more about the different tension measuring systems

You are not sure, which system is right for, or where the differences are? Here we explain it for you.

Info tension measuring system

Available Models

Model	Tension Range	Measuring Head Width*	SCHMIDT Calibration Material**
MZ1-1000	0 – 1000 cN	120 mm	PA: 0.30 mm Ø
MZ1-2000	0 – 2000 cN	120 mm	PA: 0.50 mm Ø
MZ1-5000	0 – 5000 cN	120 mm	PA: 0.80 mm Ø
MZ1-10K	0 – 10 daN	120 mm	PA: 1.00 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

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.

For the tension sensor MZ1 we offer different display units for one or more sensors, as well as strain gauge amplifier.

Find further information at display units and amplifier

Specifications

Calibration:	According to SCHMIDT factory procedure
Accuracy:	±1.5 % full scale and ±1 digit % full scale or better Other calibration material ±3 % full scale or better
Overload protection:	100 % of tension range
Measuring principle:	Strain gauge bridge
Measuring roller deflection:	Max. 0.5 mm
Natural frequency:	Approx. 500 Hz, depending on tension range
Signal processing:	Analog (Option: digital)
Temperature drift:	Less than ±0.05 % full scale/ºC
Output signal:	Standard: 0 – 1 V DC (analog) impedance: ≥ 5 kΩ Option: 0 – 10 V DC (analog), 4 – 20 mA DC (current) Option digital: USB, RS-232 or RS-422
Damping (fg):	Standard: 30 Hz (other values on request)
Temperature range:	10 – 45 ºC
Air humidity:	85 % RH, max.
Power supply:	+15…24 V DC, max. 21 mA (standard output) Code A3: 50 mA, Code 422: 50 mA, Code 232: 40 mA
Housing material:	Aluminium
Dimensions:	See dimensions
Weight, net (gross):	Approx. 420 g (580 g)

Specifications subject to change without notice!

Guide Rollers

Order-Code	Line Speed v_max.… m/min	Roller Material
Standard	2000	Hard-coated aluminium
Code K	3500	Hard-coated aluminium
Code H	5000	Plasma-coated aluminium
Code ST	1000	Hardened steel
Code B	1000	Tempered steel (for tire cord)
Code CE2	1000	Aluminium ceramic-coated
Code ASY	1000	Hard-coated aluminium, asymmetrical groove
Code ASYB	1000	Tempered steel (for tire cord), asymmetrical groove
Code U	2000	Hard-coated aluminium (radius R3)

Standard Accessories

EK0805 - USB Connecting Cable
Cable for USB output to connect the tension sensor MZ1 to a PC.
Cable length 3 m
Order number: EK0805
Only standard accessory for sensors with code USB!

Accessories (optional)

SW-TI3 - Software Tension Inspect 3
Tension Inspect 3 Infos (PDF)
For displaying and saving readings on a PC (Win 7 and higher; 32 bit and 64 bit).
Only for sensors with digital output signal.
Features:
– Real-time reading
– The readings are also shown in a X-Y- diagram (time/date-tension)
– For data analysing the buffered diagram can be zoomed and scaled
– Recording of the buffered readings as CSV-file (on user request)
– Download of values to Excel
Order number: SW-TI3

E10071 - M9 Sub-Miniatur Plug
Plug suitable for sensors MZ1, MZH and MZB1,
cable outlet 3.5 – 5 mm
Ordering Example: E10071

E10070 - M9 Sub-Miniatur Right Angle Plug
Plug suitable for sensors MZ1, MZH and MZB1,
cable outlet 3.5 – 5 mm
Ordering Example: E10070

EK0620, EK0621 and EK0627 - Connecting Cable with M9 Sub-Miniatur Plug and Open Ends
Connecting cable for an analog output.
For connecting tension sensor MZ1 to the display unit SC-PM.
Order number: EK0620, Length 2 m
Order number: EK0621, Length 5 m
Order number: EK0627, Length 10 m
Other cable length available on request!

EK0622 and EK0623 - Connecting Cable with M9 Sub-Miniatur Right Angle Plug and Open Ends
Connecting cable for an analog output.
For connecting tension sensor MZ1 to the display unit SC-PM.
Order number: EK0622, Length 2 m
Order number: EK0623, Length 5 m

Connecting Cable with M9 Sub-Miniatur Plug and Diode Plug
Connecting cable for analog output.
For connecting tension sensor MZ1 to the display unit SCD-1.
Order number: EK0624, Length 2 m

EK0640 - RS-232 Connecting Cable

Connecting cable for tension sensor FS1 with RS-232 interface – Code 232:
This cable is needed to connect the sensor to a PC or an analog signal processing unit; AC adapter for 100 – 240 V power supply is included, 3 m long
Order number: EK0640

EK0643 - RS-232 Extension Cable
Extension cable for RS-232 connecting cable EK0640, length 2 m
Order number: EK0643

EBG510 - USB Adapter
Adapter from RS-232 to USB.
Order number: EBG510

Output Signal

Standard

Output signal: 0 – 1 V DC

Code A2

Output signal: 0 – 10 V DC

Code A3

Output signal: 4 – 20 mA DC

Code USB

Output signal: USB
Up to 500 readings can be transferred per second. No external power supply is required

Code 232

Output signal: RS-232
Up to 200 readings can be transferred per second.

Code 422

Output signal: RS-422
max. 24 sensors can be connected in line to a PC.

For more information look at the
sensor MZ1-422

Calibration Report

Inspection Certificate 3.1 according DIN EN 10204
including a calibration report is optional available.

Inspection Certificate 3.1 (PDF)

Spare Rollers

Download an overview for the guide rollers.

Guide Roller Catalogue (PDF)

Dimensions

Dimensions of tension sensor MZ1 to download.

Drawing (PDF)

Delivery Includes

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 charges

How To Order

To order tension sensor MZ1:

Please indicate the complete order number e. g. :

Model with tension range		Code guide rollers (if not standard)		Code output signal (if not standard)		Complete Order No.
MZ1-1000	+	H	+	USB	=	MZ1-1000-H-USB

Instruction Manual

Download the instruction manual of tension sensor MZ1 and MZ1 with RS-232 or USB output:

Instruction Manual MZ1 (PDF)

Instruction Manual MZ1 with RS-232 or USB output (PDF)

If you want to get a quote or want to place an order please contact us.

+49 (0)8638 9410-0

+49 (0)8638 4825

[email protected]