RFS-200 Radial Force Sensor

Product Description

Product Type: Radial Force Sensor (Strain Gauge Based Load Cell)

Classification: Industrial Web Tension Measurement Sensor

Capacity Range: 10, 20, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200 KGF

Accuracy:

• Non-linearity: < 0.05% FSO

• Non-repeatability: < 0.05% FSO

• Combined Error: < 0.05% FSO

• Creep (30 min): < 0.03% FSO

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Output: 1.5 mV/V (Standardized)

Excitation Voltage: Max 15 VDC (Recommended 510 VDC)

Input Resistance: 375

Output Resistance: 350

Insulation Resistance: >1000 M @ 100 VDC

Operating Temperature: 0C to 60C

(Optional: 90C / 120C / 150C)

Compensated Temperature: 10C to 50C

Temperature Effect on Output: <0.04% FSO/C

Temperature Effect on Zero: <0.04% FSO/C

Material: Electroless nickel-plated tool steel

Protection Class: IP65 (Dust & water protected)

Safe Overload: 150% of rated capacity

Ultimate Overload: 250% of rated capacity

Deflection: <0.5 mm at FSO

Cable: 8-meter, 4-core screened with 5-pin connector

Installation:

• Fitted with self-aligning ball bearing housing

• Typically installed in pair (one on each end of rotating shaft)

• Loading direction toward the dot mark (downward toward connector)

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Applications

Used for web tension measurement in:

Web Processing Equipment:
Paper, Foil, Film, Magnetic Tape, Plastic Tape, Thin Metal Web, Textile / Non-Wovens

Web Converting Equipment:
Coating, Printing, Embossing, Slitting, Laminating, Winder/Unwinder, Web Converter

  Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the RFS-200 used for?

It is used to measure radial force and web tension on rotating rollers in industrial machines.

2. Why are two sensors used?

Typically, one sensor is installed on each end of the roller shaft to ensure accurate tension measurement and load balance.

3. What makes this sensor suitable for industrial use?

• IP65 protection

• Tool steel construction

• Built-in overload & underload protection

• High accuracy (< 0.05% FSO)

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4. Can it operate at higher temperatures?

Yes, optional versions are available for 90C, 120C, and 150C.

5. What is the standard output?

The sensor provides a standardized output of 1.5 mV/V, compatible with most load cell indicators and controllers.

6. Is it protected against overload?

Yes.

• Safe overload: 150%

• Ultimate overload: 250%

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7. What industries commonly use this sensor?

Paper mills, textile industries, film & foil processing plants, printing & laminating industries.