Tension Meter ZF2
Schmidt ZF2 Tension Meter for Fibers Yarns and Fine Wires
7 Tension ranges from 1 – 5 cN to 10 – 100 cN
Slim filament guide with small guide rollers for limited access space

Special Features
- The analog display shows changing and fluctuating tensions fast and enables an optimal process adjustment
- Filament guide and roller shifting mechanism ensure easy acquisition of the running material
- Large, easy to read scale (54 mm Ø)
- Light weight
Standard Features
- Everything in operator’s view:
– the guide rollers
– the measured material
– the readings - Ball-bearing mounted, V-grooved guide rollers
- Each instrument is individually calibrated for highest accuracy
- Housing made of high-strength plastic
- Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 according DIN EN 10204 is included
- Optionally available: Inspection Certificate 3.1 according DIN EN 10204 with calibration report
Available Models
Model | Tension Ranges cN |
Measuring Head Width* mm |
SCHMIDT Calibration Material** |
ZF2-5 | 1 – 5 | 43 | Filament: 25 tex |
ZF2-10 | 1 – 10 | 43 | Filament: 25 tex |
ZF2-12 | 1 – 12 | 43 | Filament: 25 tex |
ZF2-20 | 2 – 20 | 43 | Filament: 25 tex |
ZF2-30 | 3 – 30 | 43 | PA: 0.12 mm Ø |
ZF2-50 | 5 – 50 | 43 | PA: 0.12 mm Ø |
ZF2-100 | 10 – 100 | 43 | PA: 0.12 mm Ø |
Other units of measure available, such as g.
* Width of filament guide
** Suitable for 95 % of applications – PA = Polyamide Monofilament
Calibration to customized material:
If process material differs significantly from the SCHMIDT calibration material in diameter, rigidity or shape, special calibration using customer supplied samples is recommended. For this purpose a material sample of about 5 m should be supplied.
Scales
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SCHMIDT scales are manufactured according to the most stringent quality requirements. Printed scales are not used. Instead, each scale is individually marked for the instrument involved. This ensures highest quality. Our special procedure makes it possible to provide tension meters
- calibrated to custom supplied material
- fine tuned to a specific tension range
- other units of measure such as g
Guide Rollers |
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Standard | 900 | Hardcoated aluminium |
Code K | 2000 | Hardcoated aluminium |
Code T | 450 | Plastic (POM) black |
Code W | 450 | Nickel-plated steel |
Click the order-code, to get picture and drawing of the guide rollers
Spare Rollers
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Guide Rollers
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Calibration Report (optional)
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Calibration Report
Inspection Certificate 3.1 according DIN EN 10204 Click picture for more information |
Ordering Example
To place an order | Model with tension range |
Code for guide rollers (if not standard) |
Complete Order No. |
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Please indicate the com- plete order number, e. g.: |
ZF2-100 | + | K | = | ZF2-100-K |
Delivery Includes
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Tension meter with carrying case, operating instruction in german or english (as requested), Certificate of Compliance with the order 2.1 according DIN EN 10204 free of charge |
Dimensions
Specifications
Calibration: | According to SCHMIDT factory procedure |
Accuracy: | ±1 % full scale or ±1 graduation on scale |
Scale diameter: | 54 mm |
Temperature range: | 10 – 45 ºC |
Air humidity: | 85 % RH, max. |
Housing material: | Plastic (POM) |
Housing dimensions: | 157 x 85 x 32 mm (LxWxH) |
Weight, net (gross): | Approx. 200 g (600 g) |
Description
Warranty Period | : | 1 year |
Model | : | ZF2 |
Stock | : | Available |
Origin | : | Germany |
Discount | : | No |
Brand | : | Schmidt |
Product | : | Available |