Maxcess MAGPOWR CYGNUS-S3 Series - Weightless Calibration

SYSTEM SETUP
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6.3.2 Weightless calibration
This is a quick method of calibrating load cells without the need of hanging weights to simulate tension. For tension
critical applications use the Precision Calibration method. (NOTE: Repeatability and sensor performance will not
be affected)
(Home Screen)
Confirm
system type
(See Figure 1) Enter combined load cell rating. (If two load cells are used, that is
the sum of the rating.)
Enter web
wrap angle
NOTE: Refer
to load cell
instruction
manual or
Designer’s
Notebook for explanation of wrap angle.
Confirm maximum tension Confirm wrap angle `
(typically twice setpoint)
Confirm combined Confirm load cell type
load cell rating (See Figure 4 for correct
load cell wiring)
Next to complete calibration