Instant digital tension readings with live/peak hold
Works on wire, cable, filament, monofilament, and small cords
Anodized aluminum body with ergonomic handle; handheld, rechargeable meter for line-side checks.
NIST-traceable calibration, on-meter memory for setpoints/readings, and optional RS-232/USB output for QA logging.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Application | Measures tension on round or flat materials—wire, cable, filament/monofilament, tape/bands—while moving or stationary. |
| Display & Functions | Easy-to-read digital display with color-bar guidance, live/hold, statistics, averaging, and on-meter storage (continuous or single-point). |
| Units | Select lb / kg / daN. |
| Ranges | Models from 0.5–500 lb total range (see Model Details). |
| Accuracy | ±2% of full scale (material dependent). |
| Power | Rechargeable NiMH battery; up to ~8 hours continuous use per charge. |
| Data Output | Analog output (Option A) or RS-232 serial output (Option E). |
| Rollers | Standard radiused rollers for round materials up to 5/16″ (8 mm). For flat materials, specify 1″ cylindrical rollers (Option R). |
| Calibration | Custom-calibrated to your materials; up to 10 calibrations. Includes carrying case and NIST-traceable certificate. |
| Warranty | One year against factory defects. |
| Style (Width) | Model | Range | Tolerance (± FS) | Resolution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-Tension (5.5″) | LX-25-1 | 2–25 lb | 0.5 lb | 0.2 lb |
| Low-Tension (5.5″) | LX-50-1 | 5–50 lb | 1 lb | 0.2 lb |
| Low-Tension (5.5″) | LX-100-1 | 5–100 lb | 2 lb | 0.2 lb |
| Standard (5.5″) | LX-250-1 | 5–250 lb | 5 lb | 0.2 lb |
| Standard (5.5″) | LX-500-1 | 25–500 lb | 10 lb | 1 lb |
| Wide (8.5″) | LX-100-W-1 | 5–100 lb | 2 lb | 0.2 lb |
| Wide (8.5″) | LX-250-W-1 | 5–250 lb | 5 lb | 0.2 lb |
| Wide (8.5″) | LX-500-W-1 | 25–500 lb | 10 lb | 1 lb |
| Style | Solid Copper Wire | Solid Steel Wire | Stranded Steel Cable | Tape / Roving / Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-Tension / Standard | ~12 AWG (≈2 mm) | ~0.04″ (≈1 mm) | 7×19: 5/32″ (4 mm); 7×7: 1/8″ (3 mm) | May require cylindrical rollers (Option R) |
| Wide | ~6 AWG (≈4 mm) | ~0.08″ (≈2 mm) | 7×19: 1/4″ (6 mm) | Use 1″ cylindrical rollers (Option R) |
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