Product Details
The ABB PFTL101B 3BSE004191R1, also cataloged as the PFTL101B Load Cell, operates as a dedicated hardware component for tension measurement, weight monitoring, and force detection within ABB Pressductor processing platforms. Utilizing magnetoelastic Pressductor sensor technology, the unit converts applied mechanical forces across a 0 to 5.0 kN measuring range into a 2 mV/V electrical output signal with an accuracy of +/-0.1% of full scale. Powered by an excitation voltage of 10 to 30 V DC, the stainless steel and alloy steel housing provides IP67 protection across an operating temperature range from -10 deg C to +50 deg C.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | PFTL101B (3BSE004191R1) |
| Base Model | PFTL101B |
| Brand | ABB |
| Origin | Sweden |
| Weight | Compact Chassis Load Cell Weight |
| Dimensions | Compact Subrack / Pillow Block Form Factor |
| Operating Temp | -10 deg C to +50 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Driven by 10 to 30 V DC Excitation Voltage |
| Measuring Range | 0 to 5.0 kN |
| Measurement Accuracy | +/-0.1% of full scale |
| Output Signal | 2 mV/V |
| Housing Material | Stainless steel and alloy steel |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 |
| Sensing Technology | Magnetoelastic Pressductor principle |
Backplane Bus Communication Velocity and Firmware Flash Compatibility
The raw millivolt signal generated by the load cell routes to connected ABB evaluation units, maintaining rapid backplane bus communication velocity during real-time digitizing sequences. Electromagnetic excitation of the internal core structure enables high-frequency signal sampling without mechanical strain gauge fatigue, supporting high I/O density scaling across multi-axis web systems. Local controller firmware flash compatibility permits direct loading of non-linear calibration matrices and dynamic temperature compensation profiles over local bus connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is the physical measurement axis oriented during mechanical mounting?
A: The load cell chassis must be mounted flat against the bearing support plate, ensuring the applied mechanical load vector aligns directly with the force axis marked on the housing.
Q: What precautions should be observed when connecting excitation power?
A: Ensure the excitation power supply voltage remains strictly within the specified 10 to 30 V DC limits. Exceeding maximum excitation limits may cause internal thermal heating and alter sensor output accuracy.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Verify that mounting foundation surfaces are planar, rigid, and free of dirt, metal filings, or corrosion prior to positioning the unit.
- Torque all mounting bolts evenly in a cross pattern to manufacturer recommendations to prevent localized stress concentration on the sensor body.
- Connect signal and excitation cabling using twisted shielded pairs to mitigate high-frequency electrical noise from surrounding motor drives.
- Ground all cable shields at a single point on the central cabinet earthing bar to prevent ground loops from disturbing the 2 mV/V analog signal.
Additional Information
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