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Cable, wire and rope measuring machine
model 2600

Heavy duty, multi-purpose measuring machine which accepts materials up to 76mm (3.0in) diameter and has a side-opening option

Cable, wire and rope measuring machine
This is a heavy duty machine which measures the length of cable, wire, rope, hose, extrusions, or continuous strip from 6mm (0.24in) to 76mm (3.0in) diameter. Optionally this robust multi-purpose measuring machine is available with one side opening so avoiding the need to have access to the ends of the cable to start and finish measuring.

  • Measures up to 76mm (3.0in) diameter cable.
  • Heavy duty cast aluminium structure with integral mounting flanges.
  • Totalising or predetermining counters available or encoder to pulse electronic counters.
  • Can be interfaced to a data processing system.Can be supplied with mobile adjustable stand.
  • Additional counter or encoder can be fitted to keep a total while the main counter is reset.
  • Side opening model available as an option.

The pivot arm, also available separately, carries the 500mm circumference precision ground measuring wheel. The shaft that supports the measuring wheel revolves in a double ball race which is mounted in the pivot arm. A choice of polyurethane covered, knurled or plain aluminium measuring wheels is available. Any of the standard duty 3000 series mechanical revolution counters or shaft encoders described in section 1 of this catalogue can be fitted to this machine (listed specifically in the specification). If a shaft encoder is fitted, the output can be directed to any type of counter with an electronic input. The optional stand (adjustable from 800 to 1215mm in height) enables the machine to be moved from one measuring station to another quickly and effortlessly. The castors are fitted with quick release brakes.

Typical Application
  • Cable manufacture
  • Batching of rope for distribution on reels
  • Maritime use in heavy cable laying operations
  • “In-situ” measurement of cable length where access to a free end is not available.

Dimensions

Specification
Cable Diameter Range
 6mm (0.24in) - 76mm (2.99in)
Measuring Wheel Circumference
 500mm
Maximum Speed of Travel
 1500 metres/min or 3000 counts/min whichever is lower
Units of Measurement Available
 Metres and centimetres, yards and eighths, or feet and inches
Counters Available for Direct Connection
 3001, 3002 or 8812 shaft encoders. Other counters may be available to special order
Packed Dimensions
53cm (20.9in) x 33cm (13.0in) x 33cm (13.0in)
Gross Weight
 20.0kg (44.0lb)