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Force measurement for high-strength bolted connections
S.Bolt XP

Integrated force measurement for large bolts from M24 upwards. For permanent monitoring of preload force and dynamic loads without weakening the fastener.
Sensor integration
 

Fully integrated sensor technology in the thread base

Continuous measurement

Real-time measurement of prestressing force and dynamic loads

Focus on
mechanics

No weakening of the fastener – full mechanical integrity

All forces
at a glance

Versions for axial force, bending, and torsion

The S.Bolt XP was specifically developed for applications where the mechanical integrity of bolted connections is of paramount importance – which is also the foundation of our DIN 2230 compliant design calculations.


A key feature is the sensor system, which is fully integrated into the thread root. This design enables the detection of axial forces (S.Bolt XA), bending (S.Bolt XB), and torsion (S.Bolt XT) without compromising the bolt's structural strength. Unlike conventional solutions where bores or external cable channels can alter the mechanical properties, the S.Bolt XP retains its full function as a fastener.


The combination of standard-compliant design and innovative sensor integration makes the S.Bolt XP ideal for safety-critical applications in industry, energy and infrastructure.

 

 

 

 

S.Bolt XP

Operating principle

The mechanical integrity of the S.Bolt XP is achieved by means of sensor technology that is fully integrated into the thread base. Unlike conventional solutions, which require drill holes or external cable channels and thus reduce cross-sectional strength, the bolt body remains unchanged in the S.Bolt XP.

 

The sensors are designed as strain gauges in a Wheatstone full bridge and positioned so that they detect axial strain and, optionally, bending and torsion without affecting the load-bearing capacity. This clearly shows how the measured preload translates into actual flange clamping force."

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Versions

S.Bolt XA
S.Bolt AB
S.Bolt AT
S.Bolt XA
S.Bolt AB
S.Bolt AT

Measurement direction

Axial (bending compensated)

Axial (bending compensated)

Bending on 2 axes

Axial (bending compensated)
Torsion

Sensor type

1x Wheatstone full bridge

3x Wheatstone full bridge

2x Wheatstone full bridge

Electrical connection

M12-A socket

4 pole

M12-A socket

8 pole

M12-A socket

8 pole

Temperature measurement

Optional

No

No

 

Robust Version

S.Bolt XAR
with reduced cross-section

S.Bolt ABR

with reduced cross-section

S.Bolt ATR
with reduced cross-section

Minimum diameter

M24 standard thread

M36 standard thread

Not available for fine thread

M36 standard thread
Not available for fine thread

Typical applications

 


Wind power

Steel construction

Special machine construction

General applications for measuring preload and dynamic loads.

Sheet bolts

Tower flanges

Crane runways

Bridges

Tunnel boring machines

Presses

Foundation bolts

Critical Bolted Joints under Bending Loads

Blade Bolts

Tower Flanges

Long screws and bolts that are installed using rotating methods.

Blade bolts

Foundation bolts

Foundation bolts

FAQ

What is your application?

Contact us

Sensorise GmbH

Fahrenheitstraße 1

28359 Bremen

Germany

+49 (0)421 220 834 0

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