Description
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Model | PFTL101B 5.0 kN |
| Order Number | 3BSE004191R1 |
| Product Type | Pressductor® PillowBlock Load Cell |
| Measuring Direction | Horizontal |
| Rated Capacity | 5.0 kN |
| Accuracy | Approximately ±0.5% of full scale |
| Repeatability | High repeatability for continuous tension control |
| Permitted Lateral Load | 30 kN |
| Overload Capacity (Measuring Direction) | 25 kN |
| Deflection | 0.015 mm |
| Spring Constant | 325 kN/mm |
| Protection Rating | IP67 |
| Typical Applications | Paper machines, strip processing, winders, coaters, slitters, rolling mills |
The PFTL101B utilizes ABB’s patented Pressductor® (piezomagnetic) sensing technology, providing high overload tolerance and excellent long-term stability in demanding industrial environments.
Product Introduction & Supply Chain Strategy
The ABB PFTL101B 5.0 kN (3BSE004191R1) is a horizontal Pressductor® pillow-block load cell engineered for accurate web tension and force measurement. Installed beneath roll bearings, it continuously monitors process tension to help maintain product quality, improve machine stability, and prevent web breaks in paper, metal, textile, and converting applications. Its robust piezomagnetic sensing principle provides excellent resistance to shock, vibration, overload, and harsh industrial conditions.
Purchasing this sensor as New Original / New Surplus ensures genuine ABB performance while avoiding the uncertainty associated with refurbished measurement equipment. For critical production lines, maintaining buffer stock, reducing lead time variability, implementing vendor consolidation, and planning last-time-buy purchases where appropriate can significantly reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and minimize unplanned downtime.
- PFTL101B 5.0 kN 3BSE004191R1
- PFTL101B 5.0 kN 3BSE004191R1
Installation & Configuration Guide
Stage 1 – Pre-Installation (Prep & Safety)
- Perform Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO).
- Remove web tension from the machine.
- Record existing controller and transmitter parameters.
- Inspect the bearing housing and mounting surfaces.
- Confirm the replacement sensor has the correct 5.0 kN capacity.
Stage 2 – Removal
- Disconnect the sensor cable.
- Remove the bearing housing mounting hardware.
- Carefully lift the bearing assembly.
- Remove the load cell without applying impact loads.
- Inspect connectors and cables for wear or damage.
Stage 3 – Installation
- Verify the replacement part number is 3BSE004191R1.
- Install the sensor in the original mounting position.
- Tighten mounting hardware according to ABB specifications.
- Reconnect the signal cable.
- Verify grounding and cable shielding.
Stage 4 – Commissioning
- Restore system power.
- Zero the measurement system.
- Apply a known reference load.
- Verify stable readings across the operating range.
- Confirm proper communication with the tension controller before returning the production line to service.
Firmware / System Integration Notes
- The PFTL101B is a passive Pressductor® load cell and contains no programmable firmware.
- It operates with compatible ABB force measurement electronics and web tension controllers.
- Verify signal conditioner compatibility before replacement.
- After installation, perform zero adjustment and span verification using the associated transmitter or controller.
- Inspect the complete measurement chain—including cables, amplifiers, and controller inputs—to ensure optimum measurement accuracy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Is this sensor genuinely new?
Yes. This product is supplied as New Original / New Surplus. It is not used, repaired, or refurbished. Each unit undergoes quality verification before shipment.
Q2. What is Pressductor® technology?
Pressductor® is ABB’s patented piezomagnetic force measurement technology, which measures force through changes in magnetic properties rather than conventional strain gauges. This provides outstanding overload resistance, excellent stability, and long service life in harsh industrial environments.
Q3. What does the 5.0 kN rating represent?
The 5.0 kN rating indicates the sensor’s nominal measuring capacity of 5,000 newtons, making it suitable for medium- to high-tension web handling and strip processing applications.
Q4. Which industries commonly use the ?
Typical applications include:
- Paper and pulp production
- Steel and aluminum strip processing
- Printing and converting
- Plastic film manufacturing
- Textile production
- Coating, laminating, slitting, and winding systems
Q5. Does the sensor require routine calibration?
The sensor itself is highly stable, but ABB recommends periodic verification of the complete force measurement system—including the signal conditioner, controller, and zero/span settings—as part of preventive maintenance.
Q6. What quality inspections are performed before shipment?
Each New Surplus unit undergoes:
- OEM part number verification
- Serial number traceability
- Mechanical housing inspection
- Cable and connector inspection
- Visual quality inspection
- Protective packaging
- Final QC approval
Q7. What spare parts strategy is recommended?
For continuous web processing and strip production facilities:
- Maintain 1–2 5.0 kN sensors as on-site buffer stock.
- Standardize load cell ratings where practical.
- Implement vendor consolidation to simplify procurement.
- Monitor product lifecycle and execute last-time-buy planning if availability declines, reducing lead time variability and lowering long-term Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
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