ABB PFTL301E 1.0 kN 3BSE019050R1000 Pressductor® PillowBlock Load Cell

Description

Key Technical Specifications

The PFTL301E employs ABB’s patented Pressductor® magnetoelastic technology, which measures only the horizontal component of web tension, minimizing the influence of roll weight and improving measurement accuracy.

Product Introduction & Supply Chain Strategy

The ABB PFTL301E 1.0 kN (3BSE019050R1000) is a compact Pressductor® PillowBlock load cell designed for accurate web tension measurement in continuous manufacturing processes. Installed beneath roll bearings, it measures horizontal tension forces without being affected by the weight of the roll, making it particularly suitable for applications with heavy rollers and relatively low web tension. Typical industries include paper manufacturing, plastic film production, printing, battery foil processing, textile manufacturing, and metal strip processing.

Purchasing the sensor as New Original / New Surplus provides 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 can significantly reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and minimize unexpected downtime.

PFTL301E 1.0 kN 3BSE019050R1000

Installation & Configuration Guide

Stage 1 – Pre-Installation (Prep & Safety)

1. Perform Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO).
2. Release web tension before maintenance.
3. Record existing transmitter and controller parameters.
4. Inspect bearing housings and mounting surfaces.
5. Verify the replacement sensor is rated for 1.0 kN.

Stage 2 – Removal

1. Disconnect the sensor cable.
2. Remove the bearing housing mounting bolts.
3. Carefully lift the bearing assembly.
4. Remove the existing load cell without impact loading.
5. Inspect connectors, mounting surfaces, and cabling.

Stage 3 – Installation

1. Confirm the replacement part number is 3BSE019050R1000.
2. Install the new load cell in the original position.
3. Tighten mounting hardware according to ABB recommendations.
4. Reconnect the signal cable.
5. Verify proper cable shielding and grounding.

Stage 4 – Commissioning

1. Restore machine power.
2. Zero the tension measurement system.
3. Apply a known reference tension.
4. Verify stable output throughout the operating range.
5. Confirm correct operation with the web tension controller before returning the line to production.

Firmware / System Integration Notes

• The PFTL301E is a passive Pressductor® load cell and contains no programmable firmware.
• It requires compatible ABB force measurement electronics or signal conditioners.
• Verify excitation voltage and amplifier compatibility before installation.
• Perform zero and span verification after replacement.
• Inspect the complete measurement chain—including the load cell, cabling, amplifier, and controller—to ensure reliable operation.

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 are the advantages of Pressductor® technology?

Pressductor® technology uses the magnetoelastic effect rather than conventional strain gauges. This design provides excellent resistance to overload, vibration, shock, and temperature changes while maintaining long-term measurement stability with minimal drift.

Q3. What does the 1.0 kN rating indicate?

The 1.0 kN rating represents the sensor’s nominal measuring capacity of 1,000 newtons, making it well suited for light- to medium-tension web handling applications.

Q4. Which industries typically use the PFTL301E?

Typical applications include:

• Paper and pulp production
• Printing and converting
• Plastic film manufacturing
• Battery foil production
• Textile processing
• Steel and aluminum strip processing
• Slitting, winding, coating, and laminating lines

Q5. Does the load cell require routine calibration?

The sensor itself is highly stable. However, ABB recommends periodic verification of the complete measurement system—including the amplifier, controller, and zero/span settings—as part of preventive maintenance.

Q6. What quality inspections are completed 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 operations:

• Maintain 1–2 1.0 kN sensors as on-site buffer stock.
• Standardize sensor capacities across similar production lines where possible.
• Implement vendor consolidation to streamline procurement.
• Plan last-time-buy purchases if lifecycle notices indicate declining availability, reducing lead time variability and lowering long-term Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).