TAS FOUND: Spoke tension meter

[link1896]

What about the analog version. I know I’m not helping but it’s so much easier spending someone else’s money

DT Swiss Analog Spoke Tensiometer - Red/Silver

Wonder why the DT Swiss Analog Tensiometer is a mountain biker favorite in the Spoke Tensiometer collection? Part #TETTAXXR44175S. The Analog Tensiometer is a high-precisioned instrument used to measure the spoke tension on the wheel. Suitable for all spoke types, including flat spokes 100%...

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“Packaged in a custom hard case with appropriate literature”.

A photocopy of chapter 13 from 50 shades of grey?

 

[teK--]

Here is what a “typical” torsion spring curve looks like.

When using a spring for measurements, like torque wrenches, calibrate every time at the target torque. In this case for a spoke tension meter, if you want 110kgf, hang 110kg off your spoke and adjust the tool.

This method for calibration was drummed into me by a very well regarded drag car engine builder I used to assist, when doing head bolts, the torque wrench was placed into the vice at 90 degrees to the ground, a known mass was hung off the end at a measured distance, and adjusted till the mechanism clicked just at the right value.

thanks. basically what I was trying to explain to @SummitFever . I just note down in a chart the corresponding number on the meter, with the calibrated Kg reading. Bearing in mine due to various factors with an installed spoke, even the best tensiometers only claim a 10% practical accuracy due to variances outside of the meter's control.

 

[teK--]

So, which one should I buy?

Check out the Wheel Fanatyk ones. Excellent build quality and all sorts of custom build options to suit whatever your budget and requirements.

 

[beeb]

“Packaged in a custom hard case with appropriate literature”.

A photocopy of chapter 13 from 50 shades of grey?

That's the nipple tensiometer you're thinking of.

 

[teK--]

That's the nipple tensiometer you're thinking of.

Forget calibration I will just set it to Maximum

 

[teK--]

Is the OP (or anyone else) still looking to get a tension meter?

My Park Tool one is now up for sale.

I have just built a calibration rig as well, so if I have the type of spoke you are using, I could provide a conversion chart to suit that spoke.

 

[Lucaw]

Is the OP (or anyone else) still looking to get a tension meter?

My Park Tool one is now up for sale.

I have just built a calibration rig as well, so if I have the type of spoke you are using, I could provide a conversion chart to suit that spoke.

Ended up buying a super b one, before deciding the fatigue marks on my rim where too prevalent

 

[teK--]

I ended up building the calibration rig out of timber, as there are no welding skills here!

$80 in materials including the scale and a few hours of swearing in the garage because I only have hand saws.

Happy to share materials list if anyone wants to build one.

 

[ozzybmx]

I ended up building the calibration rig out of timber, as there are no welding skills here!

$80 in materials including the scale and a few hours of swearing in the garage because I only have hand saws.

Happy to share materials list if anyone wants to build one.

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