Load Cell Installation
Stationary Drive Installation
Stationary applications type
Rockwell Indentation
Fz Load Cell
Required Tools and Components
Mounting the Fz Load Cell with the indentation holder
- Quick-exchange attachement
- Sliding plate
- Block extension
- Fz load cell
Ensure that the quick-exchange plate is properly mounted on top of the load cell:
- Mount the fz load cell on the fast exchange plate and tighten the 4 captive screws.
(4 x 10-32 x 1.250” long using 5/32 Allen wrench).
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- The fast exchange plate’s notch should be pointing on the opposite side of the front load cell as this notch will fit into the back of the sliding support.
- The front of the load cell is the face showing the Rtec logo and the unit calibration sticker.
(Optional) With Extension blocks:
You can also use an extension block to reduce the distance between the load cell and the lower setup.
- Mount the block extension on the exchange plate with 4 4 x 10-32 x 1.250” long screws using 5/32 Allen wrench.
- Install the load cell mounted on the extension block with the 4 captives screws.
(4 x 10-32 x 1.250” long using 5/32 Allen wrench).
- The fast exchange plate’s notch should be pointing on the opposite side of the front load cell as this notch will fit into the back of the sliding support.
- The component at the top of the picture is the fast exchange adapter.
- The front of the load cell is the face showing the Rtec logo and the unit calibration sticker.
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Install the Fz load Cell
- Lower the Z-Axis all the way down using the jogbox Z-axis control.
- Slide the FZ-1D arm into the quick-exchange mount.
- Secure the arm by locking it in place.
Always power off the instrument before connecting or installing any load cell
or accessory.
or accessory.
Attach the Load Cell Cables
- Connect the Sensor Cable
- Raise the Fz-1D Load Cel
Contact & Support
For technical support or further assistance, please contact:
Rtec-Instruments Support
support@rtec-instruments.com
+1 (408) 708-9226
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