ED Xtreme

Guesswork is not acceptable - failure is not an option.

Since 1937, Dillon Dynamometers have been chosen for the jobs where only the best will do. Now, Dillon has once again lifted the performance bar and set the standard for others to follow.

Uncompromising on safety and adaptable to the need

The EDXtreme exemplifi es the trademark precision and rugged construction of Dillon dynamometers. Its highly refi ned design draws on the inherent strengths of premiumgrade materials to achieve a 5:1 minimum factor of safety (Models with 75 T/160,000 lb or higher capacity feature a 4:1 safety factor and 0.3% accuracy).

While the EDXtreme may be confi gured for something as simple as a digital hanging scale, it off ers a higher level of intelligence. With user-defi ned functions and sophisticated communication options, the EDXtreme readily adapts to multi-tasking operations or multi-link systems capable of monitoring a series of critical stress points from a single location — it is the defi nition of application versatility.

Xtreme engineering

Building a precision instrument that can survive real-world punishment requires masterful engineering. This is where Dillon’s experience shines through. The engineers assigned to the EDXtreme drew on a depth of industrial application knowledge and conducted exhaustive materials testing to achieve the highest structural integrity.
• Superior strength and corrosion resistance – High capacity models are constructed of powder coated aircraft-quality alloy steel. Lower capacity models are powder coated aircraft-quality aluminum.
• 5:1 factor of safety* – This measure of strength and safety is maintained at all capacities. Computer modeling confi rms the low stress and long product life that is inherent in the EDXtreme design.
• Retained hardware – Allows permanent attachment of centering spacers, which eliminates fumbling during high capacity rigging.
• NEMA 4X/IP55 – The EDXtreme is clearly the choice for reliability in any environment – in-plant or out on the job site.

Xtreme accuracy : 0,1%

High resolution and accurate repeatable readings are essential to proper weighing. The higher standards set for the EDXtreme meant taking the time to ensure that material characteristics, load element design and strain gauge meshed perfectly. The result of that eff ort is a typical accuracy of 0.1% of full scale capacity*. The enhanced resolution mode of 1 part in 5000 provides the level of readability needed for refi ned weighing.

Xtreme ease

• Exclusive SOFTKEY interface – Dillon has eliminated
confusing menus for faster setup and simple operation. In
addition to lbf, kgf and Newtons, programmable functions
can correct for gravitational variations and allow the use of
custom units of measurement.
• Wide-angle, backlit LCD – Provides improved readability
over a wider viewing angle and has backlighting for low
light conditions.
• Battery operation – The EDXtreme is powered by two
standard C-cell batteries. Batteries are easily accessible for
fast replacement.

Configuration options

A basic stand-alone model can be easily upgraded “in-the-fi eld” to accommodate changing needs. Remote configuration, data acquisition and single point monitoring of multiple links are all possible with the hardwired or radio communication options available with the EDXtreme. An RS-232 interface is standard on both the EDXtreme
and Communicator for connection to a host PC.

Communications unlock the full potential of the EDXtreme

One of the foremost reasons for choosing an electronic dynamometer is added functionality. The radio or hardwired
options available with the EDXtreme off er the convenience and safety of remote operation. Additionally, data from the dynamometer(s) can be downloaded to a PC via an RS-232 connection for compilation and analysis or to generate hardcopy printouts.
Remote control and radio communications are not new to the Dillon product line. In fact, it is the depth of Dillon’s experience in this area that led to meaningful innovations in the design of the EDXtreme and its optional remote Communicator.
Unlike the many products on the market today, the EDXtreme radio dynamometer utilizes leading-edge 2.4Ghz radio
frequency technology to eliminate common interference issues. This spread spectrum technology will establish and maintain the strongest, most reliable communications.
The optional Communicator is an extremely powerful handheld remote that can defi ne the function and manage the
operation of one or more EDXtreme dynamometers using wired or radio technologies. Through the programmable SOFTKEY interface, one or more Communicators can monitor multiple dynamometers within the same airspace. In multiple-link lifting arrays, the Communicator can display readings at any or all lift points and calculate the total load.