ABB PFTL301E-0.2KN Pressductor PillowBlock Load Cell

Product Description

The ABB PFTL301E-0.2KN is a high-precision Pressductor® PillowBlock Load Cell engineered for superior web tension measurement in continuous processing industries. Utilizing ABB’s legendary magnetoelastic technology, this load cell converts mechanical force into a high-power, low-impedance AC signal. Unlike traditional strain gauge sensors, the Pressductor® design is exceptionally rugged, featuring a sensor body machined from a solid block of steel with no moving parts or internal bonding agents that can fatigue over time.

This 0.2 kN (approx. 45 lbs) model is specifically designed for lighter web applications, such as paper, plastic film, and textile manufacturing, where precision is critical to preventing material breakage or wrinkling. The PFTL301E is highly resistant to electrical interference, vibrations, and earth faults, ensuring stable readings even in the most electromagnetically "noisy" industrial environments. With its ultra-stiff construction and negligible deflection (0.05 mm), it maintains the natural frequency of your machinery for high-speed, accurate tension control.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: ABB (Force Measurement Division)

• Model Number: PFTL301E-0.2KN

• Technology: Pressductor® (Magnetoelastic)

• Measurement Configuration: PillowBlock (Vertical Force Measurement)

• Load Capacities:

• Nominal Load (Rated): 0.2 kN (45 lbs)

• Extended Load: 0.3 kN (67 lbs)

• Overload (Measuring Direction): 0.6 kN (135 lbs)

• Overload (Transverse/Vertical): 1.0 kN (225 lbs)

• Mechanical Characteristics:

• Deflection: 0.05 mm (0.002 in) at rated load

• Spring Constant: 4.0 kN/mm

• Construction: Solid machined steel block

• Electrical & Signal:

• Signal Output: High-power, low-impedance AC signal

• Cable: 8-meter integrated shielded cable (Standard)

• Environmental:

• Protection Class: Typically IP65 (NEMA 4)

• Operating Temperature: Industrial-grade range

• Physical Data:

• Dimensions: 12.7 x 10.2 x 15.2 cm

• Weight: 0.5 kg (Load cell only)

• Included Accessories: Top and bottom adapter plates

Application Scenarios

The PFTL301E-0.2KN is the industry standard for tension monitoring in:

• Paper & Converting: Precise control of lightweight paper webs and tissue during winding.

• Plastic Film Extrusion: Monitoring tension on thin films to prevent stretching or deformation.

• Textile Manufacturing: Managing thread or fabric tension in high-speed weaving and dyeing processes.

• Printing Presses: Ensuring consistent registration by maintaining steady web tension across rollers.