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Reliable Equipment for Overload Protection &

Overhead Weighing

Protecting your people. Improving your efficiency.

When dealing with massive loads, reliability is essential.

Faulty equipment can result in costly delays and errors, or even

injuries. Dillon’s top of the line equipment offers reliability

and durability to protect your people, and enhance your

efficiency. All equipment comes pre-calibrated and ready

to work, right out of the box.

Since 1937, our force measurement equipment has

proven itself in construction, manufacturing, mining, oil

drilling, cable installation and in countless other industries.

Our customers rely on Dillon’s overload protection and over-

head weighing equipment to ensure the safety of their people

and their products.

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I N T R O D U C T I O N

Table of Contents

Dynamometers . . . . . . . . . 4

Crane Scales . . . . . . . . . . 7

Mechanical Force Gauges . . . 10

Force Control Switches . . . . 12

Tensiometers . . . . . . . . . 14

Loadcells . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Displays . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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DYNAMOMETERSThe dynamometer is a portable, self-contained scale that measures the

load applied between two shackles. The versatile dynamometer is often

used to measure weight of suspended loads or tension in wires and cables.

Common for use with any type of crane, utilities, tower erection and general

load testing. Dillon is the world leader in dynamometers with the most

comprehensive product & capacity offering, quick deliveries and quality

pre-calibrated equipment that is ready to work right out of the box.

MODELS & CAPACITIES

EDXtreme Dynamometer

LB KG2500 x 0.5 1000 x 0.25000 x 1 2000 x 0.510,000 x 2 5000 x 125,000 x 5 10,000 x 250,000 x 10 20,000 x 5100,000 x 20 50,000 x 10160,000 x 50 75,000 x 20220,000 x 50 100,000 x 20330,000 x 100 150,000 x 50550,000 x 200 200,000 x 50

EDJunior Dynamometer

LB KG2500 x 2 1000 x 15000 x 5 2000 x 210,000 x 10 5000 x 525,000 x 20 10,000 x 10

AP and APXtreme Dynamometer

5" (125mm) Dial Size LB version KG version 500 x 5 200 x 21000 x 10 500 x 52000 x 20 1000 x 104000 x 25 2000 x 205000 x 50 –6000 x 50 –8000 x 50 4000 x 2510,000 x 100 5000 x 5015,000 x 100 –20,000 x 200 10,000 x 100

10" (250 mm) Dial Size

LB version KG version

500 x 2 200 x 1

1000 x 5 500 x 2

2000 x 10 1000 x 5

4000 x 20 2000 x 10

5000 x 20 –

6000 x 25 –

8000 x 50 4000 x 20

10,000 x 50 5000 x 20

15,000 x 100 –

20,000 x 100 10,000 x 50

30,000 x 200 15,000 x 100

40,000 x 200 –

50,000 x 200 20,000 x 100

100,000 x 500 –

4 FACT: Dillon sells more dynamometers than all competitors combined.

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EDXtreme Dynamometer

The EDXtreme offers trademark

Dillon resolution, application versatility

and options. This flexible dynamometer

can serve as a simple hanging scale or be

part of a sophisticated weighing system.

• Full capacity range: 2500 to 550,000 lb (1000 to 200,000 kg)

• Reliable accuracy: 0.1% of capacity

• Rugged: High grade materials and outdoor use design

• Industry leading radio option: Safely monitor the load on a handheld remote. No site license required

EDJunior Dynamometer

When the job calls for a reliable

instrument to take basic, consistent

measurements of weight and force,

the affordable EDJunior delivers.

• Value: Electronic functionality for nearly the same price as a mechanical unit

• Accuracy: 0.2% of capacity

• East to read: 1” high digits

EDXtreme Communicator

Wirelessly monitor all of your

EDXtreme dynamometers in real-time,

and send captured data to a PC or printer.

Multiple Communicators can operate

independently in the same workspace.

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D Y N A M O M E T E R S

AP Dynamometer

The model AP is proven for guy wire & cable

tensioning, bridge cable installation and

field testing chain, rope and wire.

This rugged instrument provides

precision force and tension

measurements to a wide range

of industries.

• Outstanding value: Beats the competition in features

• Proven reliability: Over 75,000 in use worldwide

• Quick delivery: Most ship within one day

APXtreme Dynamometer

The APXtreme is the marriage of experience

and modern technology for overhead lifting

and safety sensitive environments. It attains

such high engineering achievement that

it meets standards of the nuclear power

industry.

• Unparalleled protection: Every load element subjected to rigid traceability and integrity standards

• Strength: 5:1 minimum ultimate safety factor in all capacities

• Versatile: A valuable tool in numerous industries

CRANE SCALESThe Crane Scale is a portable hanging instrument that

measures weight of suspended loads. Includes a shackle

at the top and hook at the bottom. These instruments are

designed to meet safety standards for overhead lifting.

MODELS & CAPACITIES

EDXtreme Crane Scale

LB KG2500 x 0.5 1000 x 0.25000 x 1 2000 x 0.510,000 x 2 5000 x 125,000 x 5 10,000 x 250,000 x 10 20,000 x 5

EDJunior Crane Scale

LB KG2500 x 2 1000 x 15000 x 5 2000 x 210,000 x 10 5000 x 525,000 x 20 10,000 x 10

DynaScale Crane Scales

LB version KG version500 x 2 200 x 11000 x 5 500 x 22000 x 10 1000 x 54000 x 20 2000 x 105000 x 20 –6000 x 25 –8000 x 50 4000 x 2010,000 x 50 5000 x 2015,000 x 100 –20,000 x 100 10,000 x 5030,000 x 200 15,000 x 10040,000 x 200 –50,000 x 200 20,000 x 100

7 FACT: 5:1 USF withstands five times rated capacity before breaking.

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EDXtreme Crane Scale

Our high-end crane scale is

built with premium materials

and has cutting edge features.

The optional radio remote

provides convenience and

helps to ensure user safety.

• Hardware choices: Select the shackle and hook that best fits your application

• Accuracy and Repeatability

• Optional Radio Interface: Safely monitor the scale from a distance

• Easy to use: SOFTKEY interface eliminates confusing menus

• Eliminate data entry: Send data to a PC or printer

EDXtreme Communicator

Wirelessly monitor all of your

EDX crane scales in real-time,

while summing their weights.

Multiple Communicators can

operate independently in the

same workspace.

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C R A N E S C A L E S

EDJunior Crane Scale

When accuracy is essential and

cost is a concern, EDJunior provides

the quality and performance that the

competitors’ products lack. EDJunior

provides peak detection and live load

readings.

• Great value: Affordability without compromising on accuracy and durability

• Hardware choices: Select the shackle and hook that best fits your application

• Easy to use: Access functions without confusing menus

• Rugged: Top grade materials and unrivaled display protection

DynaScale

With the dial housing constructed

out of heavy aluminum alloy casting,

the DynaScale stands up in the field,

even against heavy blows.

• Easy to use: Applied loads are indicated instantly and a maximum pointer remembers load

• Full range: Thirteen capacities 500 to 50,000 lb (200 to 20,000 kg)

• Large dial: 10” (250 mm) diameter dial is readable from a distance

• Proven reliability: Tens of thousands in use worldwide

MECHANICAL FORCE GAUGESMechanical Force Gauges are ideal for those applications

where working space is limited. These popular industrial

gauges available in tension, compression, and push/pull

versions are certain to fit your needs. Often used in aircraft,

manufacturing presses and as ultra-portable scales.

MODELS & CAPACITIES

“U” Force Gauge

LB version KG version

25 X 0.25 10 X 0.1

50 X 0.5 25 X 0.25

100 X 1 50 X 0.5

250 X 2.5 100 X 1

500 X 5 -

1000 X 10 500 x 5

2000 X 20 1000 X 10

5000 X 50 -

10,000 X 100 5000 X 50

“X” Force Gauge

LB version KG version

Compression 25 x 0.25 10 x 0.150 x 0.5 25 x 0.25100 x 1 50 x 0.5250 x 2.5 100 x 1500 x 5 200 x 21000 x 10 500 x 52000 x 20 1000 x 105000 x 50 2000 x 2010,000 x 100 5000 x 5025,000 x 250 10,000 x 10050,000 x 500 20,000 x 200

Tension 25 x 0.25 10 x 0.150 x 0.5 25 x 0.25100 x 1 50 x 0.5250 x 2.5 100 x 1500 x 5 200 x 21000 x 10 500 x 52000 x 20 1000 x 105000 x 50 2000 x 2010,000 x 100 5000 x 50

Push/Pull 50-0-50 x 1 -125-0-125 x 2.5 50-0-50 x 1250-0-250 x 5 125-0-125 x 2.5500-0-500 x 10 250-0-250 x 51000-0-1000 x 20 -2500-0-2500 x 50 1000-0-1000 x 205000-0-5000 x 100 -

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Low Profile Gauge

FACT: Maximum pointer shows the largest load applied.

M E C H A N I C A L F O R C E G A U G E S

• Easy to use: Mount horizontally, vertically or flat.

• Proven reliability: Tens of thousands in use all over the world

• Many capacities: 25 to 50,000 lb (10 to 20,000 kg)

• Precise calibration: Includes NIST traceable certificate

• Compact: Highly portable and adaptable

• Safe: Meets stringent standards for overhead lifting applications

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Push-Pull Gauge

Tension Gauge

Compression Gauge

FORCE CONTROL SWITCHESForce Control Switches are an inexpensive solution when load trip points

are needed and live display is not necessary. The switch output can trip

alarms, temporarily disable controls or be used as a PLC input. Applications

include overload protection, slackline prevention and batching. Often used

with cranes, overhead hoists, elevators and within manufacturing presses.

Dillon Force Control Switches can be outfitted with several trip points and

are precisely set at the factory.

MODELS & CAPACITIESTrip points may be set anywhere within the range shown.

DynaSwitch

LB KG15 - 100 7.5 - 50100 - 1000 50 - 500200 - 2000 100 - 1000500 - 5000 250 - 25001000 - 10,000 500 - 50001250 - 25,000 625 - 12,5002500 - 50,000 1250 - 25,000

Cranegard

LB KG100 - 2500 50 - 1250200 - 5000 100 - 2500400 - 10,000 200 - 5000800 - 20,000 400 - 10,000

12 FACT: Slack line detection prevents winch cable from uncoiling off the drum.

DynaSwitch™

The DynaSwitch is the

most economical answer for

load detection. Designed to be

installed anywhere in line.

• Fits your application: Many upper and lower hardware choices

• Tension and compression models

• Safe: Meets stringent standards for overhead lifting environments

Cranegard

The Cranegard clamps directly on cables with no line cutting

required. The Cranegard is ideal for wire rope hoist, elevator

and crane overload prevention, and slackline detection.

• Easy to install: Operation within minutes with a screwdriver and Allen wrench

• Tailored fit: Sized for your diameter wire

• Unique: Does not consume headroom in many installations

F O R C E C O N T R O L S W I T C H E S

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TENSIOMETERSA Tensiometer measures tension within a line or cable that

passes through it. It outputs a voltage signal that changes

with applied load. Tensiometers can be connected to a Dillon

display for direct reading of the load in pounds, kilograms or

your preferred unit of measure.

MODELS & CAPACITIES

Running Line Tensiometer (RLT)

LB KG20 x 0.002 9 x 0.00150 x 0.005 20 x 0.002100 x 0.01 45 x 0.005200 x 0.02 90 x 0.01500 x 0.05 225 x 0.051000 x 0.1 450 x 0.054000 x 0.5 1800 x 0.26000 x 1 2700 x 0.510,000 x 1 4500 x 0.520,000 x 2 9000 x 140,000 x 5 18,000 x 2

Clamp Line Tensiometer (CLT)

LB KG10,000 x 1 4500 x 0.520,000 x 2 9000 x 150,000 x 5 22,000 x 5100,000 x 10 45,000 x 5

14 FACT: Dillon will calibrate to a specific wire size for the best accuracy possible.

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Clamp Line Tensiometer (Model CLT)

The Clamp Line Tensiometer measures tension on

nonmoving cable and often is used as a crane weighing device.

• Easy to use: Monitor tension on any of the Dillon display meters

• Simple to install: Attach to any convenient point in just a few minutes

• Tailored fit: Sized for your diameter wire

• Four capacities: Up to 100,000 lb (45,000 kg)

Running Line Tensiometer (Model RLT)

Ideal for measuring the tension during the installation of

underground cables, particularly fiber optics, the RLT is designed

to monitor tension on moving or stationary cables.

• Easy to use: Simply monitor loads or utilize control from the Dillon display meter

• Tailored fit: Sized for your diameter wire

• Full feature Unit: Options for monitoring speed, distance and tension

• Full range of capacities: From 20 to 40,000 lb (9 to 18,000 kg)

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Shown with side plate removed.

LOAD CELLSA load cell measures forces acting on its axis. It outputs a

voltage signal that changes with applied load. Load cells

can be connected to a Dillon display for direct reading of the

load in pounds, kilograms or your preferred unit of measure.

Our load cells provide outstanding ruggedness and an

unparalleled 5:1 USF for incredible strength.

MODELS & CAPACITIES

Z-cell Loadcell

LB KG25 x 0.005 10 x 0.00150 x 0.005 20 x 0.002100 x 0.01 45 x 0.005200 x 0.02 90 x 0.01500 x 0.05 225 x 0.021000 x 0.1 450 x 0.05

SGMT (Tension) SGMC (Compression)

LB KG2000 x 0.2 1000 x 0.15000 x 0.5 2000 x 0.210,000 x 1 3000 x 0.512,000 x 2 4000 x 0.520,000 x 2 5000 x 0.550,000 x 5 10,000 x 1100,000 x 10 15,000 x 2– 20,000 x 2– 30,000 x 5– 40,000 x 5

16 FACT: Strain gauge load cells are the most popular force sensors in use.

SGMT (Above) SGMC (Right)

L O A D C E L L S & D I S P L A Y S

• Tension and compression versions

• Versatile: Mounting hardware assortment fits most applications

• Rugged and durable: Quality materials and engineering

• Safe: Meets stringent standards for overhead lifting environments

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Tension and compression z-cell load cells

DISPLAYSDillon displays convert voltage signals

from a load cell or tensiometer into an

understandable reading in pounds,

kilograms, Newtons, etc. Several

models are available for your needed

features, power type and budget.

FACT: Load readings can automatically feed into Microsoft Excel®

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Dillon offers a complete line of precision force testing

equipment, including force gauges, load cells, test stands,

software and accessories within the Quantrol by Dillon brand.

Talk with us about your specific needs – Our engineers are ready

to help you improve products and systems.

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