A rugged portable dynamometer for measuring tension, traction and weight in capacities from 500 to 20,000 pounds.  Easy to read 5" dials with 100 graduations providing maximum readability.  Accurate, safe, portable and ruggedly dependable.

Accuracy to within 1/2 of 1% of capacity with calibration certifiable and traceable to NBS.  Includes a maximum reading indicator to retain the maximum applied load with manual return to zero.  Integral zero adjustment to accommodate tare loads of up to 20% of capacity without affecting accuracy.  The TD-5 is capable of sustaining an overload of 25% of full capacity without shift in calibration.  Safety factor is a minimum of 4 times rated load using standard shackles and hooks.  Light weight design for ease of movement between work stations.  Zero position is directly below the top shackle.