Discover the Efficiency of Our Tension Meters



At R.D. Jacobs Company, we take pride in offering top-quality tension meters designed to streamline your operations and enhance accuracy. Our selection includes the cutting-edge Dillon Quick-Check Tension Meter, a leading solution for measuring tension in cable guardrails, guy lines, and overhead wires.

The Advantages of the Dillon Quick-Check Tension Meter

Equipped with a highly accurate digital load cell, this tension dynamometer can be installed, measured, and removed in mere seconds without the need for correction tables. Its practical features have made it a trusted tool for construction and utility companies, as well as in oil fields and manufacturing plants.

Features of Our Tension Meters

Our digital tension meters are packed with features that are specifically engineered to improve efficiency and simplify your work. These features include:

  • Rapid Attachment to Cables
  • Optimum Accuracy for Wire Tensions
  • Single-Handed Portability
  • Versatility for a Wide Range of Wire Sizes & Types
  • Durability for Outdoor Environments & Rough Handling
  • Dependable Sensors & Electronics

Meter Specifications

  • Tension Capacities: 2000 lb./10 kN/1000 kg
    10,000 lb./45 kN/4500 kg
  • Wire Sizes: 3/16 Inch–1 Inch. (4.75 mm–25.4 mm)
  • Accuracy: ±3% Instrument Capacity (Calibrated to Specific Wire Size)
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  • Number of Calibrations: Up to 20 Can be Stored Independently
  • Operating Range: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
  • Loading Error: Cable elongation of only 0.08 inch (2mm)
  • Display: Dot-graphic LCD display supports full text and 1 inch high digits.
  • Environment Protection: Suitable for Continued Outdoor Use Tension Units of Measure Pound Force, Kilogram Force, Newtons
  • Resolution: Configurable Low/Med/High
  • Recalibration*: At User Discretion; Typically, Every 24 Months, but Should Be More Frequently With Heavy Use; Factory Recalibrations Conducted Typically in 2–4 Days
  • Size: 10 x 23 x 3 inch (25 x 59 x 8 cm).
  • Weight: Approximately 11 lb. (5 kg)

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Dillon Quick-Check Gauge: A Time-Saving Solution

Eliminate the guesswork and save time by utilizing the Dillon Quick-Check Tension Meter along with the Dillon Quick-Check gauge. This highly portable tension meter is designed to swiftly measure tension in guide rails, guy lines, and overhead wires.

On-Site Recalibration Options

Explore the possibility of on-site recalibration through your Dillon distributor to ensure continuous accuracy and performance.

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