Special Features
Tension meter ZEF with easy to read LCD display
Coloured, backlight TFT display with 3 different display modes
– numeric
– numeric with live bargraph
– numeric with graph (time-tension)
The display rotates in 90° steps for better reading
Automatic “Zero-Setting” in each measuring position using a special sensor technique
Selectable units of measurement: cN, g, N and lb
Very high data sampling rate (internal 1 kHz)
Storage of MIN, MAX, last reading, average and standard deviation per measuring interval
User-set MIN and MAX alarms with indication of TFT display if reading is out of limits
Adjustable electronic damping for better reading when tension fluctuates
3 separate calibration material memory locations for custom calibrations
Menu set-up in English, German, Spanish, Portuguese and French language
Slim filament guide with small guide rollers – ideal for limited access space
Simple, trouble free operation
Filament guide and unique roller shifting mechanism ensure easy acquisition of the running material
Light weight hand-held unit
Standard Features
Everything in operator’s view:
– the guide rollers
– the measuring material
– the readings
Ball-bearing mounted, V-grooved guide rollers
Tension meter with high-strength plastic housing
LiPo accumulator (approx. 25 hours continuous operation) with AC adapter
CE approved (tested for electromagnetic compatibility)
Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 according EN 10204 is included
Optionally available: Inspection Certificate 3.1 according EN 10204 with calibration report
Available Models
| Model | Measuring Range | Resolution | Measuring Head Width* | SCHMIDT Calibration Material** |
| ZEF-50 | 0.5 – 50.0 cN | 0.1 cN | 43 mm | PA: 0.12 mm Ø |
| ZEF-100 | 0.5 – 100.0 cN | 0.1 cN | 43 mm | PA: 0.12 mm Ø |
| ZEF-200 | 1.0 – 200.0 cN | 0.1 cN | 43 mm | PA: 0.12 mm Ø |
Other units of measure are available, such as g.
* Width of filament guide
** Suitable for 95 % of applications – PA = Polyamide Monofilament