TEAC TU-MBR(T)-G3 Strain Gauge Load Cell Instruction Manual

TEAC TU-MBR(T)-G3 Strain Gauge Load Cell

Product Information

Product Name: TU-MBR(T)-G3 Tension/Compression Load Cell

Model Number: D01408701A

Introduction: The TU-MBR(T)-G3 load cell is designed for measuring tension and compression forces. It is a strain gauge load cell that offers accurate and reliable measurements. This load cell is suitable for various applications and is built to ensure safe and proper operation.

Included Accessories: The package includes all necessary accessories for using the load cell. If any item ismissing or damaged, please contact the retailer where you purchased the product.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Safety Instructions:

   • Warning: If any abnormality occurs, request
     repair from the retailer where you purchased the product. Do not
     open or alter the unit. Avoid putting foreign objects or liquids
     into the unit. Use only the specified power supply voltage.

   • Caution: Avoid installing the unit in
     locations exposed to smoke, steam, unstable stands, direct
     sunlight, high humidity, or dust. Cut off the power supply when the
     unit is not in use for a long time. Do not operate a damaged
     unit.

2. Precautions for Use:

   • This load cell is not water or splash resistant and should not be used in high humidity or corrosive gas environments.
   • Avoid contact with water, oil, or other substances that may damage the unit.
   • Avoid using the load cell in conditions where condensation may occur.
   • Before connecting the load cell, discharge static electricity from your body.
   • Sudden changes in surrounding temperature may affect measurement accuracy. Avoid exposing the load cell to warm or cold air.
   • When bending and shifting the cable, ensure a minimum curvature of 20 mm for the 2 cable part and 50 mm for the 3 cable part. Do not apply tension to the cable.
   • Periodically conduct load calibrations to maintain accurate measurements.

3. Installation Procedures:

To attach load buttons, screws, bolts, or rod ends to the load cell, follow these steps:

1. 1.       1. Use the included jig to hold the area shown with diagonal lines on the top of the load cell.

   2. Tighten the screw or nut securely.

Note: Please refer to the user manual for detailed installation instructions and diagrams.

• For any further assistance or inquiries, please contact our customer support team.

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the TU-MBR(T)-G3 load cell. Please read this document completely before using this load cell to achieve its best performance and ensure safe and proper operation.

• Company names and product names in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Included accessories

If anything is missing or damaged, contact the retailer
where you purchased the product.

• Jig for tightening × 1
• Test report × 1
• Instructions for Use (this document) × 1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
If something abnormal occurs Request repair from the retailer where you purchased the product.
Do not open the cover.
Never remove the cover from this unit. Doing so could

ATTENTION

• When attaching a load button or rod end, for example, to the screw/bolt area on the top of the load cell, use the included jig to hold the area shown with diagonallines at the top and tighten the screw or nut.

In the same way, when attaching a rod end or base, for example, to the screw/bolt area on the bottom of the load cell, use the included jig to hold the area shown with diagonal lines at the bottom and tighten the screw or nut.
cause malfunction. Request inspection and repair from the retailer where you purchased the product. Do not alter this unit. Doing so could cause malfunction.
Do not put foreign objects or water, for example, into the unit.
Do not place a container that holds water, for example, on top of this unit. If liquid is spilled, for example, and enters the unit, this could cause malfunction.
Do not use the unit with any power supply voltage other than that specified.
Do not use the unit with any power supply voltage other than that specified. Doing so could cause malfunction.

CAUTION
Unsuitable installation locations
Do not place the unit in the following types of locations.
Doing so could cause malfunction.

• Locations where it might be exposed to smoke or steam, such as near a kitchen table or humidifier
• Unstable locations, including unsteady stands and tilted places
• Locations that are very humid or dusty
• Locations that are exposed to direct sunlight

When not using the unit for a long time
For safety, cut the power supply when not using this unit for a long time.
Do not operate a damaged unit.

Precautions for use

• This unit is not built to be water or splash resistant, and it cannot be used in conditions when the relative humidity is high. Moreover, use in atmospheres with corrosive gases should be avoided.
• Be careful to prevent water, oil and other substances from getting on the unit.
• When tightening the screw or nut attached to the load cell, holding the screw/bolt part on the opposite end (shown with diagonal lines), will cause twisting force to be applied to the gauge and break the load cell.
• There is a gap between the load cell and its cover. Measurement errors could occur if foreign materials enter this space or if the cover becomes deformed causing it to contact the load cell.
• Do not hold the cover because it is delicate.
• Do not screw the threaded parts of load buttons, screws, bolts and rod ends, for example, into the load cell to a depth of more than 4.5 mm. Doing so could cause malfunction.
• The dimensions of the screw holes in the load cell are equivalent to M3.
• Avoid use in conditions where condensation could occur.
• Connect cores to the load cell after discharging (eliminating) static electricity from your body.
• If the surrounding temperature changes suddenly, the values output by this device could become unstable, making accurate measurement impossible. (This could occur, for example, in a location blown by warm or cold air.)
• If a cable of this unit needs to be bent and shifted, make the curvature of the bent part at least 20 mm for the φ2 cable part and at least 50 mm for the φ3 cable part. Do not apply tension to the cable.
• Conduct load calibrations periodically.

Installation procedures

To use load buttons, screws, bolts and rod ends, for example, with this load cell, attach them to the screw holes in its top and bottom.

• When using a rod end or other tension jig, affix the attachment areas shown with diagonal lines in the same way as with compression so that twisting force is not applied to the sensor part.
• When using with tension, consider the detent of all the screws, and consider implementing inspections before starting work, for example.
• Consider examinations to prevent accidents caused by falling objects due to damaged load cells resulting from overloads and unbalanced loads, for example.
• Since this load cell is made with aluminum material, we recommend using flat washers suitable for the screws and bolts being used.
• After installing a load cell, confirm that the cable will not be pulled.
• Pulling on the cable could result in error. Guide the cable so that it extends from the load cell in a level manner.

Precautions when placing loads on the unit

With tensile load (negative output polarity)

• Make sure the load direction is perpendicular to the load cell.
• Apply the load so that it is centered on the center of the unit. If the load is not centered (eccentric load), twisting, for example, and measurement errors could occur. This could even result in damage.

Arrows show load directions in the illustration below

• When conducting insulation resistance tests, limit them to the red, black, blue and white cores. Do not apply to the TEDS cores (orange and green

Using a connector (optional)

With compression load (positive output polarity)

• Make sure the load is applied perpendicularly to the load cell. Make sure that the load is also applied in alignment with the load-receiving screw hole. If the loadis not centered (eccentric load), twisting, for example,and measurement errors could occur. This could even result in damage.
• Be careful to avoid turning and twisting from lateral loads. This could cause troubles like those describedin the previous item.
• Be careful to avoid applying loads that exceed the rated capacity. In particular, use caution when there are vibrations because loads that exceed the rated capacity could occur due to sympathetic vibrations, for example.
• If the load receiving area is contacted by something that is at a different temperature and the load is increased, the values output by this device could become unstable, making accurate measurement impossible. In such a case, wait until the temperature difference ceases to exist before measuring.

TEDS overview

TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet) is a memory chip that can electronically read and write sensor-specific data. The TEDS built into this unit has serial number, load cell rated output and manufacturer name data recorded on it. By connecting an indicator that supports TEDS, the TEDS data of the connected load cell will be automatically read and equivalent input calibration will be completed. (For details, read the operation manual of the connected indicator.) Refer to the connection diagrams in “Electrical connection  of load cell” as well as the operation manual for the indicator being connected for procedures to make connections. TEAC indicators that support TEDS include the TD-01 Portable, TD-700T, TD-260T, TD-9000T and TD- SC1. For details, inquire at the retailer where you purchased the unit. If not using the TEDS function, do not connect the orange and green load cell cores. Moreover, take measures to prevent the orange and green  cores from touching other terminals. Data recorded in TEDS are tested values from calibration conducted at room temperature during inspection before shipping from our company. Load cell output will be affected by the environmental temperature where used, even when within the compensated  temperature range established in the specifications. Although load cell output is calculated from the calibration value saved in TEDS, when the environmental temperature differs greatly from room temperature, the temperature impacts increase on the zero point and the output. For this reason, consideration of the effect on output voltage is necessary. Output voltage changes will be within the specification range as long as the unit is used at temperatures within the specification range.

Electrical connection of load cell
oo Connect as shown in the illustration below. Incorrect connections could result in inability to balance and in errors occurring in the output voltage when loads are applied.

Using a cable with bare lead wires

• This unit has a built-in TEDS function.
• The orange and green cores in the cable and the F and G pins in the connector are wired for TEDS.
• This unit does not support remote sense.See the operation manuals of indicators and strain amps that support remote sense for how to connect sensors with those units.
• The shield is not connected to the main body of this product. For this reason, if grounding is necessary because of external noise or another issue, arrange to ground the shield to a part other than the body of this unit, for example.
• Since the cable is directly connected to this unit, use a specialized cable to increase the length. (Please consult with us.)

When using the TEDS function
This product’s cores for TEDS (orange and green) are protected by a plastic cover as shown in the illustration. This is to prevent miswiring and contact with other connectors during use, for example, which could cause shorting. To use the TEDS function, remove the tip of the plastic cover, following the perforations, from the end of the cables. Then, connect the TEDS cores (orange and green) to the indicator. Refer to “Electrical connection of load cell” for how to connect each core.

When not using the TEDS function
If not using the TEDS function, remove the entire protective plastic cover and cut off the TEDS cores (orange and green) around where the plastic cover was attached to the cable. If you use it without removing these cores, do not remove  the protective plastic or make other arrangements to preventthe cores from touching other places. Refer to “Electrical connection of load cell” for how to connect each core.

Note about the tag attached to the TEDS cable
NOTE
Explanations related to TEDS are available on our website.
https://loadcell.jp/en/info/teds.html
ATTENTION
Since the protective plastic and tag are not suitable for the entire temperature range of this unit’s specifications, do not expose them to high temperatures.

Handling after use

• When disconnecting a rod end, follow all the precautions in the Installation Procedures.
• When moving this unit while it is attached, take protective measures to prevent it from being shaken or subjected to excessive external forces.
• When storing it, keep it in a dry place where it will not be exposed to water or oil, for example.

Warranty explanation

• The warranty period for this device is one year from the date of purchase.
• Be aware that repairs will require payment in the followingcases even during the warranty period.
  1. Malfunction or damage due to misuse
  2. Malfunction or damage caused by modifications orrepairs conducted by any party other than our companyor a service person designated by our company
  3. Malfunction or damage caused by dropping, transportation or similar handling after product delivery
  4. Malfunction or damage caused by fire, earthquake, water, lightning or other natural disaster
  5. Malfunction or damage caused by external factors, including power supplies and equipment environmentalconditions, that deviate from the operation requirements of this product
  6. Malfunction or damage if the product was not purchased from our company or an agent designated by our company
• We offer paid service after the conclusion of the warranty period. For details, please contact the retailer where you purchased the unit.
• Be aware that our company will bear no responsibility for any secondary damages resulting from the operation of this device or related to data.
• Information is given about products in this manual only for the purpose of example and does not indicate any guarantees against infringements of third-party intellectual property rights and other rights related tothem. TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibility forinfringements on third-party intellectual property rightsor their occurrence because of the use of these products.

Specifications

• Rated capacity: 2 N, 5 N, 10 N, 20 N
• Safe overload rating: 500% R.C.
• Rated output: about 0.4 mV/V
• Linearity: 0.1% R.O.
• Hysteresis: 0.1% R.O.
• Repeatability: 0.1% R.O.
• Zero balance: ±20% R.O.
• Safe excitation voltage: 5 V
• Input terminal resistance: 350 Ω ±5 %
• Output terminal resistance: 350 Ω ±5 %
• Insulation resistance: 1000 MΩ or more (DC 50 V)
• Compensated temperature range: −10 to 60°C
• Permissible temperature range: −20 to 70°C
• Temperature effect on zero balance: 1% R.O./10°C
• Temperature effect on output: 1% R.C./10°C
• Cable: Direct connection with Ø2 4-core shielded robot cable for 1 m (to built-in TEDS part)
  • Ø3 6-core cable lead about 170mm from built-in
  • TEDS part
• Body material: alminum
• TEDS compatibility: inside cable lead
• Environmental compliance: RoHS (10 substances)
• Included accessory: jig for tightening

Dimensional drawings

Contact information

• TEAC CORPORATION (Manufacturer)
  • 147 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan
  • Phone: +81-042-356-9154
• TEAC AMERICA, INC.
  • 10410 Pioneer Blvd. Unit #1, Santa Fe Springs, California 90670, U.S.A.
  • Phone: +1-323-726-0303
• TEAC EUROPE GmbH. (EU Importer)
  • Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany
  • Phone: +49-611-7158-349
• TEAC UK Limited (UK Importer)
  • Luminous House, 300 South Row, Milton Keynes,
  • Buckinghamshire, MK9 2FR, UK
  • Phone: +44-1923-797205

References

• What's TEDS - Support - Load Cell site | TEAC

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