Acoustic measuring device for belt tension

Precise pre-tensioning favours the service life of the belt drive and prevents overloading of the drive components.

Professional belt tension check

Only a perfectly adjusted belt drive can achieve efficient performance. If the belt tension is too high, the bearings are subject to increased wear. If the drive belt tension is too low, the required power cannot be transmitted, the belt can overheat and wear out very quickly.

Accurately measuring and adjusting the belt tension extends the service life of the pulleys, belts, bearings and seals in the long term and prevents vibrations and overloading of the drive.

We generally recommend investing in professional measurement technology, especially when using higher-quality industrial belts. The use of a tensiometer, trummeter or belt tension tester increases the efficiency of the belt drive and reduces wear and energy costs at the same time. The belt tension tester therefore pays for itself within just a few months.

In general, there are various methods of measuring the belt tension of a drive belt:

Force / deflection
Optical vibration measurement
Acoustic vibration measurement

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Measurement technology for drive belts(3194 KB)
Operating instruction LüCo TensionPro2(2177 KB)

LüCo TensionPro2©

The LüCo TensionPro2© makes it possible to set the appropriate belt tension quickly, easily and precisely. The fully electronic belt tension measuring device is equipped with the latest microprocessor technology and can be used for V-belts, timing belts and power transmission belts. Reliable measurement results are achieved regardless of the type and condition of the drive belt.

The acoustic measuring principle is utilised: A pulse is transmitted to the belt. This initially vibrates in all vibration modes. However, the high-frequency vibrations decay faster than the fundamental vibration. The vibration frequency of the fundamental vibration is in a fixed relationship with the belt pre-tension: the higher the frequency, the higher the belt pre-tension.

Riemenspannung Messgerät Belt Tension Tester LüCo TensionPro2

Your advantages

Non-contact, acoustic measuring technology with highly sensitive sensor for precise measurement of belt tension
Suitable for all belt and tension member types
Small sensor head on the flexible gooseneck for measurements even in hard-to-reach places
Ergonomic shape for optimum one-handed use
Integrated, rechargeable lithium polymer battery
Additional functions via app use
Measuring range: 10 - 600 Hz
Measuring accuracy: 10 - 400 Hz: ± 1%, 400 - 600 Hz: ± 2%

Messen der Riemenspannung mit LüCo TensionPro2

LüCo TensionPro2 Riemenspannung Messgerät Tensiometer

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is the correct belt tension important for maintenance?

Correctly adjusted belt tension helps to prevent wear, vibrations and unplanned breakdowns. Excessive tension can overload bearings and other drive components, whilst insufficient tension impairs power transmission and can lead to increased belt wear.

How can belt tension be checked using the LüCo TensionPro2 belt tension gauge?

The LüCo TensionPro2 belt tension meter measures belt tension non-contact and acoustically. To do this, the belt is excited and its vibration frequency is recorded. The measured frequency can be used to reliably check the belt tension and, if necessary, correct or readjust it.

For which belts is the LüCo TensionPro2 belt tension gauge suitable?

The LüCo TensionPro2 belt tension tester can be used for various types of belts and tension members. These include, amongst others, V-belts, timing belts and power belts.

Is the belt tension gauge also suitable for drives that are difficult to access?

Yes. The LüCo TensionPro2 belt tension gauge features a small sensor head mounted on a flexible gooseneck. This allows belt tension to be checked even in hard-to-reach places. Its compact design also enables convenient one-handed operation.