ABB 3BSE027062R20 PFCL 201CE-20.0 Pressductor PillowBlock Load Cell

ABB 3BSE027062R20 Product Overview

ABB 3BSE027062R20 identifies the PFCL 201CE-20.0 load cell within ABB’s Pressductor force measurement product portfolio. The PFCL 201 series is used in industrial tension measurement systems where mechanical forces need to be converted into measurement signals for monitoring and control.

The PFCL 201 family is commonly associated with strip tension and web tension measurement. In continuous material processing equipment, a moving strip or web passes over or around mechanical structures where the resulting force can be detected by load cells. The measurement information can then be processed by dedicated tension electronics and used by the machine control system.

The PFCL 201CE-20.0 is one specific load capacity configuration within this product family. Its ABB ordering number is 3BSE027062R20, and its nominal load is 20.0 kN. These identifiers are important when selecting the correct sensor because PFCL 201 products are available in several load capacities and configurations.

Product Specifications

Pressductor Force Measurement

ABB Pressductor technology is used for industrial force measurement applications where mechanical forces must be measured accurately and consistently. The load cell forms the physical sensing element in the measurement chain, converting the mechanical force acting on the sensor into an electrical measurement signal.

Unlike a general-purpose weighing device, a force measurement load cell used in a web tension system is normally integrated directly into the mechanical structure of the machine. The sensor responds to the force transferred through the designated mounting arrangement, allowing the control system to determine the tension-related force acting on the web.

The PFCL 201 series is designed around this industrial measurement concept. Its PillowBlock configuration allows the load cell to be integrated into suitable mechanical structures used in strip and web handling equipment.

PFCL 201CE-20.0 Load Capacity

The nominal load of ABB 3BSE027062R20 is 20.0 kN. This value is an important identification parameter because the PFCL 201 series includes multiple load capacities.

ABB documentation lists PFCL 201CE configurations with nominal loads of 5.0 kN, 10.0 kN, 20.0 kN and 50.0 kN. The corresponding ordering numbers are different for each load rating. The 20.0 kN version is specifically identified by 3BSE027062R20.

Selecting the correct nominal load is essential when replacing a force sensor in an existing tension measurement system. A sensor with a different load capacity should not automatically be considered interchangeable simply because it belongs to the same PFCL 201 family.

Web Tension Measurement

Web tension measurement is used in production systems that transport continuous materials through a series of rollers and processing sections. The material may be paper, film, foil, sheet material or another flexible continuous web.

Maintaining an appropriate tension level is important because excessive or insufficient tension can influence material handling and process stability. Tension measurement provides the control system with information about the mechanical force acting on the web.

In a typical system, the PFCL 201CE load cell is mechanically integrated into the web handling structure. The force generated by the web is transferred through the machine structure to the load cell. The sensor produces a measurement signal that can then be transmitted to the associated tension electronics.

ABB’s web tension measurement systems combine suitable force measurement components with dedicated tension electronics. The load cell and electronics therefore form complementary parts of the complete measurement system.

Pressductor PillowBlock Design

The PillowBlock configuration is intended for mechanical integration into suitable machine structures. Instead of functioning as a standalone weighing platform, the load cell is installed as part of the mechanical force path.

This arrangement is well suited to strip tension systems because the mechanical components supporting a roller can be designed to transfer the relevant force through the measurement element. The load cell can therefore measure the force associated with the moving material while remaining integrated into the machine structure.

Correct mechanical installation is important because unintended force paths can influence the measurement. ABB’s PFCL 201 documentation specifically discusses checking mounting screws, gaps around the load cell and possible shunt forces during maintenance.

Applications in Strip Processing

The PFCL 201CE-20.0 can be used as part of industrial strip tension measurement systems. Such systems are relevant to machinery where continuous material is transported, processed or wound under controlled mechanical tension.

In a processing line, tension may change as machine speed, roll diameter, material characteristics or operating conditions change. A force measurement system provides a direct measurement of the mechanical load associated with the web handling process.

The resulting signal can be used by tension electronics and the machine control architecture. Depending on the complete system design, the tension measurement may participate in control strategies involving drives, rollers, winding sections and other coordinated machine components.

Integration with Tension Electronics

The PFCL 201CE-20.0 is a sensing component rather than a complete tension control system. In an ABB web tension measurement installation, the load cell works together with associated electronics that process the measurement signal.

ABB documentation for web tension systems lists PFCL 201 load cells together with tension electronics such as PFEA111, PFEA112 and PFEA113. This illustrates the role of the load cell as one part of a larger measurement architecture.

The correct tension electronics and wiring arrangement depend on the complete machine configuration. When replacing a PFCL 201CE load cell, the existing tension electronics, cable configuration and mechanical installation should be considered together.

Installation and Maintenance

Mechanical installation has a direct influence on force measurement performance. The load cell should be installed according to the applicable ABB mechanical instructions and the structure of the tension measurement system.

ABB’s PFCL 201 documentation recommends checking mounting screws and ensuring that the gaps between the load cell and associated plates remain clear. Contamination in these gaps can create unintended force paths and result in shunt forces that bypass the intended measurement path.

The cable between the load cell and junction box is another component that should be considered during maintenance. ABB documentation identifies the cable as a component that can be exposed to potential mechanical damage and should be inspected as part of the measurement system.

These maintenance considerations are important because the load cell is part of a precision force measurement system. Mechanical conditions around the sensor can influence the measurement even when the electronic equipment is operating correctly.

PFCL 201 Product Family

The PFCL 201 family contains multiple versions with different nominal load ratings and configuration designations. ABB documentation lists PFCL 201C, PFCL 201CE and PFCL 201CD variants within the family.

The PFCL 201CE series includes 5.0 kN, 10.0 kN, 20.0 kN and 50.0 kN configurations. The 20.0 kN version is identified by ABB ordering number 3BSE027062R20.

Because different PFCL 201 variants can have similar physical characteristics while having different electrical or mechanical specifications, the complete ordering number should be used when identifying a replacement component.

Product Identification and Ordering

For ABB 3BSE027062R20, two identifiers are particularly important: the ABB ordering number and the product type. The ordering number is 3BSE027062R20, while the corresponding product designation is PFCL 201CE-20.0.

When documenting the sensor for maintenance or procurement purposes, the complete ordering number should be recorded. Referring only to “PFCL 201” is not sufficient to distinguish the 20.0 kN CE configuration from other versions in the same product family.

The nominal load should also be checked against the requirements of the existing tension measurement system. The correct sensor selection depends on the mechanical arrangement, expected force and associated measurement electronics.

Key Features of ABB 3BSE027062R20

• ABB Pressductor force measurement technology
• ABB ordering number 3BSE027062R20
• PFCL 201CE-20.0 product designation
• Pressductor PillowBlock Load Cell configuration
• 20.0 kN nominal load
• Designed for industrial force measurement applications
• Suitable for web and strip tension measurement systems
• Designed for integration into suitable mechanical force paths
• Compatible with ABB tension measurement system architectures
• Part of the ABB PFCL 201 force measurement family

Conclusion

ABB 3BSE027062R20 is the ordering number for the PFCL 201CE-20.0 Pressductor PillowBlock Load Cell. With a nominal load of 20.0 kN, it is part of ABB’s PFCL 201 series of industrial force measurement products and is designed for applications including strip and web tension measurement.

The PFCL 201CE-20.0 functions as a sensing element within a larger tension measurement system. It can be mechanically integrated into suitable web handling equipment, with the measured force signal subsequently processed by compatible ABB tension electronics.

For accurate identification and system compatibility, the complete ABB ordering number 3BSE027062R20 should be used together with the PFCL 201CE-20.0 designation and 20.0 kN nominal load. This distinguishes the product from other PFCL 201 configurations with different load ratings or construction variants.