ABB PFCL201C-20KN | 3BSE027070R20 | PFCL201C-20.0KN | Pressductor PillowBlock Load cells - vertical force measurement.These units are designed for strip tension measurement in applications where it is essential or advantageous to determine the vertical force component.Machined from a single block of stainless steel, they have exceptionally high tolerance for overloads, shock and impact, in addition to high immunity to dust and corrosion.The standard construction is of high resistant stainless steel with potted internal components. PFCL201C Mill-duty versions are available for exceptionally hostile environments in i.e. galvanizing or pickling lines.The ABB PFCL201C-20KN (3BSE027070R20) is a stainless steel, sealed tension/force sensor with a rated load of 20 kN, commonly used in high-precision force measurement applications such as industrial roll material tension, pressing forces, and silo weighing. 

1. Basic Information  

Model: PFCL201C-20KN  

Item Number: 3BSE027070R20  

Brand: ABB  

Origin: Sweden  

Type: Tension Sensor / Load Cell  

Rated Load: 20 kN (≈2 tons force)  

Construction: Monobloc stainless steel, welded sealed, IP67  

Weight/Dimensions: Approx. 1.5 kg 150×120×90 mm

Key Specifications  

Accuracy Class: OIML C3; Overall Accuracy ≤±0.25% FS  

Non-linearity: ≤±0.02% FS; Hysteresis: ≤±0.02% FS; Repeatability: ≤±0.01% FS  

Output Signal: 4–20 mA (analog); Optional CANopen (digital)  

Power Supply: 24 VDC  

Operating Temperature: −40 ℃ to +85 ℃  

Overload Capacity: 150% of Rated Load; Ultimate Breaking Strength: >300%  

Protection Rating: IP67 (dust-tight, short-term immersion protection)  

Structure and Installation  

Material: Stainless steel, one-piece construction, fatigue-resistant and resistant to lateral forces  

Mounting Method: Bottom 4-hole mounting; roller bearing housing installed above the sensor  

Force Direction: Unidirectional loading (FR direction), perpendicular to the mounting surface, minimizing interference from lateral forces  

Cable Connection: Type C = plug-in connector; also available in CE (fixed cable + protective hose) and CD (acid-resistant seal) versions  

Typical Applications  

Metallurgy / Paper / Film: Web tension control (e.g., ABB Pressguide® system)  

Rolling Mills / Pressing: Roll gap pressure and pressing force monitoring  

Silos / Hoppers: High-precision weighing and level feedback  

Conveyors / Belt Scales: Tension and load monitoring  

General Industry: Tensile/compressive testing, assembly force monitoring  

System Compatibility  

Directly compatible with ABB 800xA, Freelance, PLCs, and third-party DCS/PLCs  

Analog 4–20 mA directly connects to AI modules; digital CANopen integrates into bus systems