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Bolt Load Cells

Bolt Load Measurment

Bolt Load Cells

ABS is the official distributor in India for BoltSafe Bolt Load Cells—specialized, highly accurate load sensors designed to monitor the actual bolt load in bolted joints. Installed like a simple washer, these sensors utilize proprietary magnetoelastic technology instead of conventional strain gauges to measure the subtle deformation caused by tightening, ensuring the load value is determined precisely, not assumed or guessed. Using BoltSafe load cells eliminates uncertainties about the bolt load, leading to enhanced safety, more reliable joints, and better structural control while reducing installation and maintenance costs throughout the joint's lifespan.
Features

Features

BoltSafe load cells are built on advanced ASIC technology for robust digital performance:

  • ASIC Technology & Traceability: Each sensor is equipped with an integrated ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) that enables advanced digital communication and signal processing. Every sensor carries a unique serial number, ensuring complete individual traceability.

  • Superior Accuracy: Provides highly precise measurements with a maximum deviation of just 1% of full scale after factory calibration.

  • Magnetoelastic Principle: Uses changes in the magnetic field across the entire ring surface—unlike strain gauges—resulting in a more compact, stable, and drift-free design.

  • Rugged Durability: Built to IP66 standards for dust and water resistance. Designed to withstand demanding environments, including exposure to oil, seawater, and temperatures ranging from −40°C to +80°C.

  • High-Strength Option: Also available in a reinforced variant capable of handling 15% higher load capacity while maintaining identical compact dimensions.

  • Temperature Monitoring: The digital monitoring system measures not only bolt load but also the sensor’s temperature for enhanced operational insight.


Why Choose Bolt Load Cells

Choose BoltSafe solutions for precise, long-term monitoring of structural integrity:

  • Eliminate Guesswork: Provides a definite measurement of actual bolt load, solving the problem of unequal and insufficient load common in hydraulic tightening.

  • Proactive Maintenance: Continuous (CMS) or periodic (PMS) monitoring allows users to track historical data and pinpoint exactly when and where bolt load issues occur, avoiding unnecessary maintenance and costly check-ups.

  • Enhanced Safety: By acting like a structural component (washer) and measuring load levels, the sensors prevent underload or overload, which can lead to fatigue failure or structural collapse in temporary constructions.

  • Seamless Integration: Sensors send out only digital signals and are compatible with various readout methods, including handheld readers, network displays, and IoT nodes for remote access.

Applications

BoltSafe load cells are critical for structural health monitoring in demanding sectors:

  • Wind Turbines: Monitoring critical bolted joints in foundations and towers.

  • Structural Health Monitoring: Checking the load in bridges, industrial structures, and dams.

  • Temporary Constructions: Used as washers to check load levels in temporary shoring or excavation bracing to prevent collapse.

  • Heavy Machinery: Monitoring high-load bolted connections in cranes, heavy industrial equipment, and mining structures.

Call to Action

Eliminate uncertainty. Monitor your actual bolt load with BoltSafe precision.

Purchase the BoltSafe CMS or PMS Load Cell Series directly from the official distributor in India.

Contact ABS now to request a detailed quote or schedule a product demonstration.

Email: marketing@absgroup.in | Phone: +91-8282829795


Technical Data

ABS offers two primary systems for load monitoring, designed for different operational requirements:

System Name

Monitoring Mode

Connectivity/Interface

Key Advantage

CMS (Continuous Monitoring System)

Real-Time & Historical Data

Wired cable connection (or Wireless IoT/BLE-Nodes)

Allows network monitoring of up to 256 interconnected sensors from a single point.

PMS (Periodic Monitoring System)

On-Demand (Sporadic) Data

Non-contact, cable-free interface (Handheld Probe)

Ideal for confined spaces and quick, sequential checks of multiple sensors.


Load Cell

Metric Size Range

Imperial Size Range

Max Load Capacity

CMS

M12 to M100

7/8" to 4"

Up to 3000 kN (depending on size)

PMS

M30 to M64

1-1/4" to 2-1/2"

Up to 1794 kN (depending on size)

Sub Products

CMS Bolt Load Cell

CMS Bolt Load Cell

The BoltSafe bolt load cell is a specialized sensor designed to monitor actual bolt load in bolted joints. With the Continuous Monitoring System (CMS), multiple load sensors can be networked to track bolt load in real-time from a single connection point. By eliminating uncertainties about bolt load, BoltSafe enhances safety, ensures more reliable joints, and provides better structural control. Additionally, it helps reduce installation and maintenance costs throughout the joint's lifespan.

PMS Bolt Load Cell

PMS Bolt Load Cell

The BoltSafe bolt load cell is a specialized load sensor for accurately measuring bolt load in bolted joints. The PMS (Periodic Monitoring System) allows bolt load checks at any time, using a handheld reader and probe. Unlike wired systems, PMS load sensors use a non-contact, cable-free interface, powered inductively through a handheld device. This setup enables on-the-spot monitoring with the probe, ensuring precise load assessment and eliminating uncertainties. As a result, structures gain improved safety, reliability, and control, with reduced costs during installation and over the joint’s lifespan.

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