Tensitron Digital Aircraft Cable Tensiometer - ACX-25-1

The Tensitron ACX-25-1 is a digital cable tension meter for light aircraft flight control systems, measuring from 0.5 to 25 lb across fractional cable sizes 1/16” and 3/32”. Its ±2% full-scale accuracy and rechargeable NiMH battery pack make it a reliable field instrument for FAA AC 43.13-1B rigging work on general aviation aircraft.

Key Features

• Measurement Range: 0.5 – 25 lb
• Resolution: 0.2 lb
• Accuracy: ±2% Full Scale
• Compatible Cable Diameters: 1/16”, 3/32” (fractional)
• Display: Digital LCD with backlight
• Power: Rechargeable NiMH battery pack
• Housing Width: 3.4 inches

Applications

• Light aircraft flight control cable rigging per FAA AC 43.13-1B
• FAA Part 145 repair station cable tension verification
• General aviation maintenance on small-diameter cable assemblies

Tensitron Calibration

• PJi operates an A2LA-accredited ISO/IEC 17025 Calibration Lab and provides NIST-traceable calibration for Tensitron instruments at the time of purchase, add calibration to your order at checkout.
• Our calibration documentation satisfies FAA Part 145 tool control requirements, ISO 9001 quality system records, and AS9100 calibration traceability requirements.
• For repair stations and quality-certified facilities that require documented traceability, PJi is the one-stop source: the instrument and the calibration certificate in a single transaction.
• Calibration-only companies cannot sell you the instrument. Major retailers cannot calibrate it. PJi does both.
• Keep your instrument in compliance: PJi offers annual recalibration services to maintain NIST-traceable accuracy and satisfy ongoing FAA tool control and quality system requirements. Contact PJi to schedule recurring recalibration.

Why Buy from Pilot John International

• Pilot John International is an authorized Tensitron distributor with specialized expertise serving aviation maintenance, FAA Part 145 repair stations, and industrial MRO facilities.
• Tensitron instruments are Made in the USA, engineered and manufactured to exacting standards for professional aviation and industrial cable tension measurement.
• PJi’s in-house A2LA-accredited ISO/IEC 17025 Calibration Lab calibrates your instrument at the time of purchase.
• We stock the full Tensitron catalog, ship same-business-day on in-stock items, and our technical staff understands the demands of aviation and industrial cable tension measurement.