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The 505L is a combination photo and contact tachometer that also measures surface speeds of belts and wheels.

With Photo Tach, Contact Tach and Surface Speed Operations.

  • Measure motor input and output shaft speed
  • Determine conveyor belt speed
  • Confirm fan, motor, and gear RPM
  • Measure RPM of flywheels and pumps
  • Monitor pulley rotation RPM and turbine speeds
  • Mutifunctions : Photo Tach & Contact Tach & Surface Speed
  • Wide Measuring Range: 6 to 30,000 RPM
  • Last Value, Max Value, Min Value: Automatically Saved and Recalled

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Model 505L Applications

  • Measure motor input and output shaft speed
  • Determine conveyor belt speed
  • Confirm fan, motor and gear RPM
  • Measure RPM of flywheels and pumps
  • Monitor pulley rotation RPM and turbine speeds

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505L Data Sheet

505L Manual

Field Testing the TPI 505L Photo Tachometer

It’s easy to test your 505L to make sure it is operating properly. First, point the 505L at the palm of your hand and press the on button. You should see light from the output lens. Second, point the 505L at a fluorescent light and press the on button. The reading should be 7200 RPM +/- 5 RPM.

 Model 505L Specifications
 Photo Tachometer  Range: 6 - 30,000 RPM
 Accuracy: ± 0.1% of FS + 1 digit
 
 Contact Tachometer  Range: 6 - 20,000 RPM
 Accuracy: ± 0.1% of FS + 1 digit
 
 
 Surface Speed  0.9 - 3,046 m/min
 2.0 - 9,990 ft/min
 Accuracy: ± 0.1% of FS + 1 digit
 ± 0.1% of FS + 1 digit
 
 
 Display Type  5 Digit LCD
 Operating Temperature  32° to 122°F (0° to 50°C)
 Operating Humidity  80% Max. R.H
 Power Supply  AA Alkaline Batteries (2 each)
 Maximum Distance from Target (photo mode)  25 Feet
 Detection Type  Laser reflection
 Laser Output  Class II 635~670nm
 Signal Output  +5V pulsed
 Tripod Connection  1/4 inch

TPI Model 505L Demonstration Video

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