Series R53
Closure Torque Sensors
Series R53
Closure Torque Sensors
Ideal for testing torque on bottle caps, closures, valves, fasteners, and other items in sizes ranging between 0.56 – 5.7 [14 – 148 mm] diameter. Models include movable posts to easily accommodate a variety of shapes and sizes, with optional flat and adjustable jaws for unique samples. Capacities available from 10 ozFin to 100 lbFin (7 to 1,150 Ncm)
Requires a Mark-10 indicator, available separately.
Features
- Member of the Plug & Test® family of interchangeable sensors and indicators
- Rugged aluminum housing
- Includes four rubber-edged posts, accommodating a range of sample shapes and sizes
- Spill-proof construction
- May be used for torque tool calibration
- NIST-traceable certificate of calibration with data is included. If the sensor is ordered with an indicator, a certificate for the set (indicator + sensor) can be supplied upon request, at no additional charge.
- Warranty: 3 years
Specifications
- Accuracy:
± 0.5% of full scale + indicator - Weight:
MR53-10Z – MR53-50Z – 2.2 lb (1.0 kg), MR53-12 – MR53-100 – 5.4 lb (2.5 kg)
Capacity x Resolution
With Model 7i and 5i Indicators
Capacity x Resolution | ||||||||
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Model | lbFin | ozFin | lbFft | gFcm | kgFmm | Nmm | Ncm | Nm |
MR53-10Z | – | 10 x 0.01 | – | 700 x 0.5 | 7 x 0.005 | 70 x 0.05 | 7 x 0.005 | – |
MR53-20Z | – | 20 x 0.02 | – | 1400 x 1 | 14 x 0.01 | 140 x 0.1 | 14 x 0.01 | – |
MR53-50Z | – | 50 x 0.05 | – | 3600 x 5 | 36 x 0.05 | 350 x 0.5 | 35 x 0.05 | – |
MR53-12 | 12 x 0.01 | 192 x 0.1 | 1 x 0.001 | – | – | – | 135 x 0.1 | 1.35 x 0.001 |
MR53-50 | 50 x 0.05 | 800 x 0.5 | 4 x 0.005 | – | – | – | 570 x 0.5 | 5.7 x 0.005 |
MR53-100 | 100 x 0.1 | 1600 x 1 | 8 x 0.01 | – | – | – | 1150 x 1 | 11.5 x 0.01 |
With Model 3i Indicator
Capacity x Resolution | ||||
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Model | lbFin | ozFin | kgFmm | Ncm |
MR53-10Z | – | 10 x 0.01 | 7 x 0.005 | 7 x 0.005 |
MR53-20Z | – | 20 x 0.02 | 14 x 0.01 | 14 x 0.01 |
MR53-50Z | – | 50 x 0.05 | 36 x 0.05 | 36 x 0.05 |
MR53-12 | 12 x 0.01 | 192 x 0.2 | – | 135 x 0.1 |
MR53-50 | 50 x 0.05 | 800 x 1 | – | 570 x 0.5 |
MR53-100 | 100 x 0.1 | 1600 x 2 | – | 1150 x 1 |
Optional Equipment
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Adjustable jaws (CT003) 4 rubber-edged gripping arms per jaw. Arms may be independently repositioned in 45° increments to accommodate unique samples. |
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Flat rubber jaws (CT001) Alternative gripping method ideal for square or odd shaped samples. |
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Extended length posts (CT005, CT006) 2.5″ (63 mm) and 4″ (101 mm) lengths available. |
Ordering Information
Model | Description | US Price |
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MR53-10Z | Torque sensor, 10 ozFin / 700 gFcm / 7 kgFmm / 70 Nmm / 7 Ncm | $1,500.00 |
MR53-20Z | Torque sensor, 20 ozFin / 1400 gFcm / 14 kgFmm / 140 Nmm / 14 Ncm | $1,500.00 |
MR53-50Z | Torque sensor, 50 ozFin / 3600 gFcm / 36 kgFmm / 350 Nmm / 35 Ncm | $1,500.00 |
MR53-12 | Torque sensor, 12 lbFin / 1 lbFft / 192 ozFin / 135 Ncm / 1.35 Nm | $1,500.00 |
MR53-50 | Torque sensor, 50 lbFin / 4 lbFft / 800 ozFin / 570 Ncm / 5.7 Nm | $1,500.00 |
MR53-100 | Torque sensor, 100 lbFin / 8 lbFft / 1600 ozFin / 1150 Ncm / 11.5 Nm | $1,500.00 |
Additional Items to Consider | ||
CT001 | Flat jaws for TT01, pair | $75.00 |
CT002 | Carrying case for TT01 | $195.00 |
CT003 | Adjustable jaws for TT01, pair | $350.00 |
CT004 | Spare set of 4 posts, 1.25″ (included with TT01) | $150.00 |
CT005 | Set of 4 posts, 2.5″ | $175.00 |
CT006 | Set of 4 posts, 4″ | $200.00 |
CT007 | Kit of 4 posts of each length (12 total) | $400.00 |