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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Intended use
The force transducers in the type series U9C are solely designed for measuring static and
dynamic tensile and compressive forces within the load limits specified by the technical
data for the respective maximum capacities. Any other use is not the intended use.
To ensure safe operation, it is essential to comply with the regulations in the mounting
instructions, the safety requirements listed below, and the data specified in the supplied
technical data sheets. It is also essential to observe the applicable legal and safety regu
lations for the relevant application.
Force transducers are not intended for use as safety components. Please also refer to
the "Additional safety precautions" section. Proper and safe operation of force transduc
ers requires proper transportation, correct storage, setup and mounting, and careful oper
ation.
Load-carrying capacity limits
The information in the technical data sheets must be observed when using the force
transducers. The respective specified maximum loads in particular must never be ex
ceeded. The following limits set out in the technical data sheets must not be exceeded:
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Limit forces
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Lateral limit forces
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Bending moment and torque
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Breaking forces
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Permissible dynamic loads
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temperature limits
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Electrical load limits
Please note that when several force transducers are interconnected, the load/force distri
bution is not always uniform.
Use as machine elements
Force transducers can be used as machine elements. When used in this manner, note
that to favor greater sensitivity, force transducers were not designed with the safety fac
tors usual in mechanical engineering. Please refer to the "Load-carrying capacity limits"
section and the specifications.
Accident prevention
The prevailing accident prevention regulations must be taken into account, even though
the breaking force values in the destructive range are well in excess of the full scale
value.
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U9C
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS