Futek TFF Series Manual

Torque sensor

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TFF Series
Torque Sensor Family Manual
Sensor Solutions Source
Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software
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  • Page 1 TFF Series Torque Sensor Family Manual Sensor Solutions Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Sensor Solution Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com...
  • Page 3: Key Features

    TFF Torque Sensor Family Manual Key Features The TFF (Torque Flange to Flange) sensor series The TFF series features a through hole design The through hole design allows for a shaft (or measures the torque between a stationary or with tapered edges, which helps to center the other rotating items) to pass through the sensor .
  • Page 4: Mechanical Installation

    3. Install in a dry, clean environment . 4. TFF325 and TFF350 are OEM type sensors and require extra care in handling as they have exposed elements . Sensor Solution Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com...
  • Page 5: Mounting And Installation

    . 90° • Maintain inline torque if the fixture doesn’t 4. Support surfaces must be flat include coupling or flexible joints and inline Sensor Solution Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com...
  • Page 6: Maximum Installation Torque

    TFF325 20 in-oz unavoidable off-axis loads and moments . 50 in-oz Extraneous load information can be found http://www .futek .com/extraneous-load- 12 in-lb 5-10 factor 50 in-lb 10-15 • An Extraneous how-to-guide can be found at: http://www .futek .com/files/...
  • Page 7: Cable Care And Routing

    2-3 times the diameter of the cable . Sensor Solution Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com...
  • Page 8: Electrical Installation

    – Signal XXXΩ Align with key Black – Excitation Power Supply (+) (Red) Bridge Sensor XXXΩ Current Output (+) (Green) Sensor Solution Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com + Excitation (Red)
  • Page 9: Shield Usage And Connections

    Transducer Electronic Data Sheet (TEDS) • A yearly calibration is recommended . But two points on the load cell’s Wheatstone standard is available for FUTEK sensors and is verification and calibration period shall be bridge to generate a known, fixed output from utilized by select FUTEK instruments .
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    • Calibration verified outputs are being • Sensor support is not ridged and firm . used . • Incorrect sensor output is utilized . Sensor Solution Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com...
  • Page 11 • Sensor or instrument is exposed to • Confirm wiring and grounds are not ground loop with other equipment connected to unintended equipment grounds . ground . Sensor Solution Source Load · Torque · Pressure · Multi-Axis · Calibration · Instruments · Software www.futek.com...
  • Page 12: Further Support Resources

    • To send in your sensor or system for evaluation and repair visit our FUTEK RMA web page at: http:// www .futek .com/contact .aspx?form=repair • FUTEK contact information can be found online at: http://www .futek .com/contact • Warranty information can be found online at http://www .futek .com/remWarranty .aspx...

This manual is also suitable for:

Tff400Tff350Tff325Tff425Tff500Tff600

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