ABB PFTL101B 10KN 3BSE004197R1 | Pressductor Pillow Block Load Cell for Web Tension Measurement

Description

Product Core Brief

• Model: PFTL101B-10.0
• Order Code: 3BSE004197R1
• Brand: ABB
• Series: Pressductor® Pillow Block Load Cells
• Core Function: Horizontal web tension load cell for ABB Millmate tension measurement systems
• Product Type: Pillow Block Load Cell / Tension Sensor
• Key Specs: 10.0 kN nominal load | 30.0 kN transverse load | 50.0 kN overload in measurement direction | 0.015 mm deflection | 650 kN/mm spring constant | accuracy class 0.5%
• Condition: New Original / New Surplus (verify per listing)

Key Technical Specifications

Note: The PFTL101B load cell itself outputs a low-level sensor signal; it does not directly provide 4–20 mA or 0–10 V without a PFEA/PFSA tension electronics unit. Exact cable type, connector, and environmental rating depend on the suffix (B / BE / BER). Confirm against the nameplate before commissioning.

Product Introduction

The ABB PFTL101B-10.0 (3BSE004197R1) is a 10 kN Pressductor Pillow Block load cell designed for horizontal web tension measurement. It is installed between the measuring roll bearing housing and the machine frame, converting the horizontal force component generated by web tension into a measurable signal.

It uses ABB’s Pressductor piezomagnetic technology, which produces a high-power, low-impedance AC signal that is inherently resistant to electrical interference and ground faults. Because the measurement principle does not rely on mechanical deformation or moving parts, the sensor maintains long-term stability and tolerates repeated overload without significant drift.

This 10.0 kN version is typically used in paper machines, calenders, coaters, winders, metal strip processing lines, foil and film converting lines, and other applications where low-to-medium tension le

vels must be measured at high operating speeds. It is commonly paired with ABB PFEA112 or PFEA113 tension electronics and PFSA140 supply units to form a complete tension control loop.

For MRO buyers, PFTL101B-10.0 is typically replaced when a tension system shows unstable readings, zero drift, sensor open/short alarms, or physical damage to the load cell body or cable. Because the order code 3BSE004197R1 corresponds specifically to the 10.0 kN B-series unit, it should not be substituted with 2.0 kN, 5.0 kN, or 20.0 kN versions without recalibration and system verification.

QA & Testing SOP

1. Nameplate verification — Confirm PFTL101B-10.0 and order code 3BSE004197R1.
2. Visual inspection — Check the load cell body, mounting holes, cable/connector, and sealing for mechanical damage or corrosion.
3. Coil resistance check — Measure excitation and signal coil resistance against ABB reference values.
4. Insulation test — Verify insulation between coils and the load cell body.
5. Zero signal check — With no load applied, confirm a stable baseline signal.
6. System integration test — Install with PFEA112/PFEA113, set Nominal Load to 10.0 kN, and verify stable tension readings after tare compensation.
7. Direction verification — Confirm that applied force produces a positive tension signal; reverse signal wires if necessary.

All units ship in anti-static/anti-shock packaging. A test log can be provided on request.

Installation Pitfalls & Guide

Match the 10.0 kN rating. 3BSE004197R1 is the 10.0 kN version. Replacing it with a 2.0 kN or 5.0 kN unit will cause incorrect scaling and possible overload alarms.

Confirm B / BE / BER variant. Standard PFTL101B is typically IP20; BE/BER variants offer IP66/67 for dryer sections or wet-end environments. Do not assume environmental rating from the base model alone.

Install in the correct measuring direction. PFTL101B is a horizontal load cell. Vertical installations require different mechanical compensation and may require a vertical-type cell.

Tare the roll weight. The measuring roll and bearing weight must be compensated in the PFEA/PFSA electronics so that only web tension is measured.

Set Nominal Load correctly. In PFEA112/PFEA113, set Nominal Load to 10.0 kN to match the load cell rating.

Protect signal wiring. Keep sensor cables away from power cables and VFD outputs to avoid induced interference.

Replacement steps:

1. Lock out the line and relieve mechanical load from the roll.
2. Photograph wiring and note coil terminal assignments.
3. Remove the old load cell and inspect mounting surfaces.
4. Install the replacement PFTL101B-10.0 with proper alignment.
5. Reconnect wiring and verify coil resistance.
6. Power up the PFEA/PFSA unit, set parameters, tare the roll weight, and validate tension readings.

Technical FAQ

.0 the samL101B-5.0? No. PFTL101B-10.0 (3BSE004197R1) is rated for 10.0 kN, while PFTL101B-5.0 is 3BSE004191R1. They are not directly interchangeable without recalibration.

Does this sensor output 4–20 mA directly? No. The PFTL101B is a piezomagnetic load cell. It requires a PFEA112, PFEA113, or similar tension electronics unit to convert the sensor signal into a usable tension value or analog output.

What is the overload capacity? Approximately 50.0 kN in the measurement direction, or about 500% of the 10.0 kN nominal load.

Can it be used in wet or corrosive environments? The standard PFTL101B is typically IP20. For wet-end or corrosive environments, the BER variant with IP66/67 should be used.

Do you stock single units? Yes. Single units are available for MRO replacement; matched pairs and project quantities can be quoted on request.