Dillon Quick-Chec
2 Models
AWT05-508112- 2000 lb / 10 kN / 1000 kg
AWT05-508111- 10000 lb / 45 kN / 4500 kg
Measures Cables3/16" - 1" (5mm - 25mm) (OD)
The Dillon Quick-Check "Red" Cable Tension Meter quickly measures tension in guy wires, zip lines, guardrail cable and overhead lines. It installs, measures and removes in seconds. The Dillon Quick-Check features a precision load cell for highly accurate measurements that do not require lookup or correction tables.
The Dillon Quick-Check can be placed on a cable, measure its tension, and removed in under three seconds! There are no complex lookup tables, no conversion charts. The operator can quickly select from 20 different wire sizes and types stored in Quick-Check's memory. The Check-Tensioning mode graphically displays the current and target tensions for extremely quick setting of line tension. Even the infrequent battery changes are quick.
The Dillon Quick-Check is used in many industries to ensure proper tensioning. Typical applications include tower and stack guy wires, zip lines, pretensioned cable barriers, bridges, elevators, winch rope, overhead electric transit wires, fall arrest systems, aircraft cables and utilities.
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| Capacity | AWT05-508112 - 2000 lb / 10 kN / 1000 kg AWT05-508111 - 10000 lb / 45 kN / 4500 kg |
| Resolution (Selectable) | AWT05-508112Low 10lb/5Kg - Med 5lb/2Kg - High 2lb/1Kg AWT05-508111Low 50lb/20Kg - Med 20lb/10Kg - High 10lb/5Kg *Default Setting is Medium |
| Wire sizes | 3/16 inch through 1 inch (4.75 - 25mm) |
| Accuracy | 3% instrument capacity |
| Number of calibrations | Up to 20 can be stored independently |
| Operating Temperature | -4F to 158F (-20C to 70C) |
| Loading error | Cable elongation of only 0.08 inch (2mm) |
| Display | Informative Display: Shows Unit, Wire Type, Sheave & Battery; |
| Date and Time | Included |
| Calibration Reminder | Included (set by factory) |
| Backlight | Included (configurable intensity and timer) |
| Power | AA batteries x2 |
| Battery Life | 10 Hz = over 250 hours continuous 100Hz = over 100 hours continuous *Tested with blacklight off |
| AZT (Automatic Zero Tracking) & Filtering | Configurable AZT and Filtering |
| Carrying Case | Included |
| RS-232 Port | 4-Pin Lemo RS-232 output |
| Sheave range | Sheave accommodates rated cable size and 1/2" smaller. Sheaves are not compatible with larger wire sizes - order additional sheaves for wire sizes. |
| Units Of Measure | pound-force, kilogram force, Newtons |
| Environment protection | Suitable for continued outdoor use |
| Dimensions | 10 x 23 x 3 inch (25 x 59 x 8 cm) |
| Weight | Approx 11 lb (5 kg) |
| Shipping Weight | 25 lbs (11.4 kg) |
| Shipping Dimensions | 29 x 19 x 9 inches (74 x 48 x 22 cm) with carrying case |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
Suggested wire calibrations
Recalibration
Custom Calibration Available
What Size Sheaves should be Selected
Three sheave sizes are available. For most applications one sheave set for the entire assortment of wire they tension will be sufficient. If you need to check tension in both 3/16" and 3/4" rope, then they should order two sheave sets. The operator must use the appropriate sheave set for the wire size and calibration stored. Changing sheaves sets takes about two minutes with the included wrench.
The Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter needs to be calibrated in advance for each wire diameter / wire construction you will be measuring. 1 calibration is included at no charge, each additional calibration is $120.
When listing cables you must provide the diameter & construction, for example:
| Inch | 1 x 6 | 1 x 7 | 1 x 19 | 3 x 7 | 6 x 7 | 6 x 19 | 6 x 26 | 6 x 36 | 6 x 37 | 7 x 19 | 8 x 19 | 19 x 7 |
| 3 / 16 | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||
| 1 / 4 | X | X | X | X | X | |||||||
| 9 / 32 | X | X | ||||||||||
| 5 / 16 | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
| 3 / 8 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||
| 7 / 16 | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||||
| 1 / 2 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |||||
| 9 / 16 | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
| 5 / 8 | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||||
| 11 / 16 | X | X | ||||||||||
| 3 / 4 | X | X* | X | X | X | X | X | |||||
| 13 / 16 | X | |||||||||||
| 7 / 8 | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
| 1 | X | X | ||||||||||
| M M | 1 x 6 | 1 x 7 | 1 x 19 | 3 x 7 | 6 x 7 | 6 x 19 | 6 x 26 | 6 x 36 | 6 x 37 | 7 x 19 | 8 x 19 | 19 x 7 |
| 5 | X | |||||||||||
| 6 | X | |||||||||||
| 7.8 | X | X | ||||||||||
| 8 | X | |||||||||||
| 9 | X | |||||||||||
| 9.5 | X | |||||||||||
| 9.6 | X | X | ||||||||||
| 10 | X | |||||||||||
| 10.5 | X | |||||||||||
| 11 | X | |||||||||||
| 12 | X | X | X | X | ||||||||
| 12.5 | X | |||||||||||
| 13 | X | X | ||||||||||
| 14 | X | X | ||||||||||
| 15 | X | |||||||||||
| 16 | X | X | ||||||||||
| 17 | X | |||||||||||
| 18 | X | |||||||||||
| 20 | X | X | ||||||||||
| 25.4 | X | X |
* = Pre-stretched
ACSR Cable- #2, #4, 1/O, 2/O, 4/O, 336 Oriole, 397, 556, 563 Penguin, 743 Chickadee, 997 Petunia, 795 Drake
Calibration load may be changed if desired. Higher calibration loads are limited by max. capacity of the sling. If the desired wire size/type does not appear, customer may supply 10 ft. sample of wire to determine if a custom calibration sling can be created (non-returnable). Consult factory for details.
Ordering Example
| Item | Description |
| AWT05-508112 | Dillon AWT05-508112 Cable Tension Meter |
| CTM-SH-S | Code S Sheave for 1/4" to 3/4" |
| CTM-CAL1 | 1st Calibration Free EX: 5/16" 1x7 |
| CTM-CAL2 | Optional Calibration*EX: 1/2" 6x19 |
*20 separate calibrations maximum
| Dillon Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter - Comparative Matrix |
| Dillon Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter - Data Sheet |
| Dillon Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter - Diameter Decimal WEB |
| Dillon Quick-Check Cable Tension Meter - Instruction Manual |