Tension Electronics PFEA113, User Manual
Section C.4 Installation Requirements
3BSE029382R0101 Rev C C-3
C.4 Installation Requirements
To achieve the specified accuracy, the best possible reliability and long-term stability, install the 
load cells in accordance with the requirements below.
Figure C-1. Installation Requirements
Dynamically balanced 
Self aligning bearings
Allow axial expansion
Mounting surface 
must be flat within
Stable foundation
Correct torque for delivered screws intended
Shims may be placed
between the upper adapter
plate and the bearing housing 
Follow the manufacturer´s recommendation
and between the lower adapter 
for other screws.
for the adapter plates is 24 Nm (18 ft.-lb).
If the measuring roll is driven, 
always consult ABB to ensure
0.1 mm (0.004 in.)
Alignment of the load cells
Grade G-2.5 ISO 1940-1.
that fulfills at least 
measuring roll
of disturbances.
a solution with minimised risk 
the load cell.
immediately above or below
Shims must not be placed
plate and the foundation.
6
7
 
m
m
 
(
2
.
6
4
)
a)
c)
when using long rolls
and large temperature 
changes are expected.
mm (inches)
b)
Web
a) Max. 0.5 mm (0.02 in.)
b) Max. 1.0 mm (0.04 in.)
c) Max. 5 mm/m (0.06 in./ft.)
228
(8.98)