The Checkline BTM
The Checkline BTM-400PLUS Belt Tension Meter or Sonic Tension Meter accurately measures the static tension of flat, V and ribbed belts of rubber, leather, fabric and composite materials by measuring the natural frequency (Hz) of a segment of the belt that has been tapped and then converting it into tension units of newtons (N) or pounds force (lbf).
The instrument uses a pulsed ruby red light source to measure the natural frequency of the vibrating belt. Unlike competitive models, the BTM-400PLUS is NOT affected by ambient noise, providing quick reliable results in all production and field applications
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| Measuring Range* | 3 - 800 Hz |
| Accuracy** | 5% or better |
| Sensing Distance*** | 0.200" - 1.6" (5 - 40 mm), typically (2.5"/60 mm max, depending upon ambient light & surface of belt to be measured) |
| Casing | ABS Plastic |
| Display | 2 line LCD, 16 character per line |
| Input Range | free span length: up to 9.990 m belt mass: up to 9.999 kg/m |
| Power Supply | 9V battery |
| BTM-400PLUS Belt Tension Meter / Trummeter - Data Sheet |
| BTM-400PLUS Belt Tension Meter / Trummeter - Instruction Manual |