Warner Electric FM Series Foot Mounted Load Cells AC10 Measuring System A-B-C30 - Manual (Page 30)

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E. Description of Operation
The total resultant load per cell (RF) is calculat-
ed by resolving all force vectors acting upon the
Tensioncell, with respect to the Loading Line
(OL). (RF) is the resultant of both TENSION and
TARE loads, PER CELL!! (See Figure 5)
The intrinsic design of Warner Electric
Tensioncells allows the location of the Resultant
Load of Strip Tension (H) on any angle with
respect to the Load Line (OL). Note, however,
that the Total Force vector (RF) must always be
calculated on the line (OL).
Any force vector falling on the line (OR) (through
the pivot point of the C-Flexure) will produce no
deflection, and thus no electrical output.
Rotating the Tensioncell on its mounting bolt
changes the force vectors on the cell. This fea-
ture makes it possible to minimize the tare com-
ponent and maximize the load signal output.
Nominal
L
R
Figure 5
Figure 6
E
D H
E
RF
N
TW
T
T
The resultant tare is minimized by mounting the
Tensioncell so that (N) is 31°. (See Figure 6)