WCA May 2009

systems

Measuring and control technology for increased productivity

Sikora’s non-contact measurement devices cover a wide range of applications such as diameter, wall thickness, ovality and eccentricity measurements.

The systems, based on premium laser, LED, ultrasonic and X-ray technology, are suitable for production lines for LAN, RF, coaxial, telephone cables, cables with transparent insulation layers, automotive and building wires, optical fibres, jacket- ing and sheathing lines as well as CCV-, VCV-, MDCV- and SIOPLAS-lines. All measurement systems offer calibration- free, reliable online measurement and control of the relevant product parameters. The mean time between failures (MTBF), an indicator of the average rate at which equipment shows a repairable defect, is approximately 15 years for the diameter gauges of the Laser 2000 series, even under extreme production conditions.

Sikora AG – Germany Fax : +49 421 489 0090 Email : sales@sikora.net Website : www.sikora.net

Centerview 8000 – Continuous online ❍ ❍ 8-point eccentricity, 4-axis diameter and 8-point ovality measurement

Tension meter range Tensitron Inc has announced the release of its new CX series of digital cable tension meters. Available in several ranges up to a maximum of 2,000 lb, these portable instruments are used to measure tensions in flexible constructions up to 3/4" in diameter.

Standard features include selectable tension values in lb, kg or Newtons, min/ max running line values, automatic shut-off after 10 minutes of non-use, battery charge level, selec- table back lighting and display refresh rates. Up to ten calibrations can be programmed into the instrument to suit differently sized materials. Selecting the cable size from the menu will automatically adjust the instrument calibration.

CX series tension meter from Tensitron ❍ ❍

Optional features include data-logging, RS-232 serial interface, analogue outputting and heavy-duty plastic cases. All models are supplied factory- calibrated with appropriate calibration certification.

Tensitron Inc – USA

Fax : +1 303 702 1982

Email : tensionmeters@tensitron.com

Website : www.tensitron.com

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Wire & Cable ASIA – May/June 2009