Tensitron Aircraft Cable Tension Meter - ACX-250-1
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The Tensitron ACX-250-1 is a digital cable tension meter covering the 1 to 250 lb range across five fractional cable diameters from 1/16” to 3/16”. With ±2% full-scale accuracy and a rechargeable NiMH battery, it handles both light and mid-size aircraft cable rigging, providing the measurement range needed for most general and business aviation flight control systems.
Key Features
- Measurement Range: 1 – 250 lb
- Resolution: 0.2 lb
- Accuracy: ±2% Full Scale
- Compatible Cable Diameters: 1/16”, 3/32”, 1/8”, 5/32”, 3/16” (fractional)
- Display: Digital LCD with backlight
- Power: Rechargeable NiMH battery pack
- Housing Width: 3.4 inches
Applications
- Light and mid-size aircraft flight control cable rigging
- FAA Part 145 repair station cable tension verification
- Multi-diameter fractional cable applications up to 3/16”
- FAR 43.13 / AC 43.13-1B compliant cable tension measurement and rigging inspection
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.
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Part # | ACX-250-1 |
| Manufacturer | Tensitron |
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Accessories | Hard-shell carrying case included |
| Accuracy | ±2% full-scale |
| Battery | NiMH rechargeable, up to 8 hours/charge |
| Cable Sizes (Inch) | 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", 3/16" |
| Cable Type | Stainless steel, uncoated (7×19; 1/16" is 7×7) |
| Calibration | NIST-traceable certificate included |
| Display | Backlit digital with color-bar graphic |
| Resolution | 0.2 lb |
| Tension Range | 1–250 lb |
| Units | lb, kg, daN (selectable) |
| Warranty | 1 year against factory defects |
| Width | 3.4" |
AIRCRAFT COMPATIBILITY
| Compatible Aircraft* |
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