ABB PFTL101A‑1.0KN Pressductor® Load Cell Sensor

Product Description
The ABB PFTL101A‑1.0KN is a high-precision Pressductor® load cell designed for force and tension measurement in industrial applications. It utilizes ABB’s patented magnetoelastic technology to measure mechanical stress directly in a steel body, ensuring exceptional accuracy and long-term reliability. Moreover, its robust design resists vibration, temperature fluctuations, and electromagnetic interference, making it ideal for demanding environments. This sensor is widely used in rolling mills, paper machines, and web tension control applications, providing consistent and precise performance under continuous operation.

Key Features

• Pressductor® load cell for accurate force and tension measurement.

• Nominal load capacity of 1.0 kN with high overload tolerance.

• Magnetoelastic principle measures stress in steel, not strain gauges.

• Exceptional long-term stability and immunity to temperature drift.

• Resistant to vibration, electromagnetic interference, and environmental disturbances.

• Compact, stainless-steel construction suitable for harsh industrial environments.

• Designed for continuous 24/7 operation in industrial settings.

Technical Specifications

Model Number: PFTL101A‑1.0KN
Product ID: 3BSE004166R1
Manufacturer: ABB
Product Type: Pressductor® Load Cell
Nominal Load Capacity: 1.0 kN
Measurement Principle: Magnetoelastic (stress measurement in steel body)
Accuracy Class: ±0.25% of rated load
Overload Capacity: Up to 10× nominal load without damage
Output Signal: mV/V proportional to applied load
Operating Temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C
Protection Class: IP67 (dust-tight, water-resistant)
Housing Material: Stainless steel
Dimensions: Compact industrial design (varies by installation)
Weight: 2 kg
Applications: Rolling mills, paper machines, web tension control, industrial force measurement

FAQ

Q: What is the nominal load capacity of the PFTL101A‑1.0KN?
It has a nominal load capacity of 1.0 kN with high overload tolerance.

Q: Which measurement principle does it use?
The sensor uses the magnetoelastic Pressductor® principle, measuring stress directly in steel.

Q: Is this load cell resistant to environmental disturbances?
Yes, it is immune to vibration, temperature drift, and electromagnetic interference.

Q: What industries typically use this sensor?
It is commonly used in rolling mills, paper machines, and industrial tension control systems.

Q: What is the protection class of this device?
The load cell has an IP67 rating, making it dust-tight and water-resistant.