Gates U-508 Tension Meter User Manual

The Gates U-508 Tension Meter User Manual provides safety instructions, measurement principles, operation steps, specifications, and warranty information.


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Brand
Gates
Category
Industrial Supply
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
16
File format
PDF
File size
1.5 MB
Published
28 September, 2026
Updated
28 September, 2026
MD5 checksum
17FB78BDFB56D5CDEAF5BE774A8FC670

About this manual

The U-508 is a sonic tension meter designed to measure belt tension accurately by analyzing sonic waves without physical contact. It features a flexible arm sensor, LCD display, and selectable measurement frequencies.

This manual covers precautions, a brief summary of failure check points, the measurement principle, parts description, operation procedures, data input methods, specifications, and warranty/repair guidelines.

What's inside

  • Precautions
  • Brief Summary and Failure Check Points
  • Measurement Principle
  • Parts Explanation
  • Operation Procedure
  • Data Input Instructions
  • Specification
  • Guarantee & Repair Guidelines

Specifications

Tension display range (N)0.01 – 99,900
Frequency display range (Hz)10.0 – 5,000
Power supply2 × AA batteries
Battery low indicatorLED blinks when battery is low

Frequently asked questions

How do I turn the U-508 on and off?

Press the POWER button to turn the device on; it will automatically turn off five minutes after the last measurement.

How can I input the belt unit mass?

Press the MASS button, then use the numeric keypad to enter the unit mass; holding the MASS button for more than one second shows belt categories for selection.

What is the warranty period for the U-508?

The main body is covered for one year and the sensor for six months against manufacturing defects.

How do I change the measurement frequency range?

Press the 0/RANGE button for more than one second to switch between STANDARD (10‑600 Hz) and HIGH (600‑5,000 Hz) ranges.

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