The ABB PFTL201CD Load Cell series represents a robust and highly accurate force measurement solution designed for demanding industrial applications. Specifically developed for continuous web tension control, process automation, and high-precision load monitoring, this load cell offers exceptional reliability, even in harsh operational environments.

With its advanced strain gauge technology, stainless steel construction, and excellent signal stability, the PFTL201CD series is an ideal choice for industries such as metals, pulp and paper, plastics, textiles, converting, and other continuous process industries where precise force feedback is critical for maintaining product quality and system performance.

The PFTL201CD is engineered to integrate seamlessly with ABB’s tension control systems and is also compatible with standard industrial controllers, offering versatility across various automation platforms.

Key Features

• Precision force measurement for web tension and industrial load monitoring

• Available in multiple rated capacities to suit diverse applications

• Compact, low-profile design for easy integration in limited space installations

• Robust stainless steel construction for excellent durability and corrosion resistance

• Highly stable output signal with superior immunity to electrical noise and temperature fluctuations

• Designed for continuous operation in harsh industrial environments

• Compatible with ABB force measurement systems and third-party automation equipment

• Integrated overload protection for enhanced operational safety

Technical Specifications

Product Applications

The ABB PFTL201CD Load Cell is widely used across a broad spectrum of industrial applications that demand accurate, reliable force measurement, including:

• Web Tension Control Systems: Essential for metals, paper, plastic film, foil, textiles, and flexible materials

• Converting and Packaging Lines: Maintains consistent tension for precise material handling

• Press Force Monitoring: Provides real-time feedback in presses and forming machinery

• Industrial Automation: Force measurement in robotics, positioning systems, and process machinery

• Pulp and Paper Industry: Ensures uniform tension during winding, unwinding, and processing

• Metals Industry: Monitors tension in rolling mills and metal forming applications

The PFTL201CD contributes significantly to production efficiency, product quality, and operational safety by delivering accurate and stable force feedback under varying load and environmental conditions.

Product Advantages

• Exceptional Measurement Accuracy: Supports high-precision force control for critical processes

• Robust, Industrial-Grade Design: Stainless steel construction resists corrosion, wear, and mechanical stress

• Space-Saving Form Factor: Low-profile design enables installation in tight spaces without compromising performance

• Overload Protection: Protects the load cell from accidental mechanical overload, extending service life

• Wide Compatibility: Fully integrates with ABB tension control systems and standard industry controllers

• High Signal Stability: Minimizes the impact of temperature changes and electrical noise on measurement accuracy

• Trusted Performance: Proven in continuous operation environments across diverse industries worldwide

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the primary application of the PFTL201CD Load Cell?

It is primarily used for web tension control and precision force measurement in industrial processes.

2. Can this load cell measure both tension and compression?

Yes, it is suitable for both tension and compression force applications.

3. What rated capacities are available for this model?

The PFTL201CD series offers capacities of 0.5 kN, 1 kN, 2 kN, 5 kN, and 10 kN to suit different load requirements.

4. Is the load cell resistant to harsh environmental conditions?

Yes, its stainless steel construction and IP65 rating make it highly durable in challenging industrial environments.

5. Can it be integrated with non-ABB control systems?

While optimized for ABB systems, it provides a standard analog output compatible with most industrial controllers.

6. What type of signal output does the load cell provide?

It provides a millivolt-per-volt (mV/V) analog output for precise force feedback.

7. Does the load cell include overload protection?

Yes, it has integrated mechanical overload protection up to 150% of its rated capacity.

8. Is this load cell suitable for continuous operation?

Absolutely, it is designed for continuous use in demanding industrial processes.

9. How stable is the measurement under varying temperatures?

The load cell offers excellent temperature compensation to ensure stable and accurate force readings.

10. Can this product be used in high-speed web processing?

Yes, its fast response and high accuracy make it ideal for high-speed web handling applications.