Smart Hook Solutions
R-157 for Hand Brake Force Measurements
10,000 Lbs or 45 KN

Hand Brake Application

Smart Hook R-157
Multiple Sensor Systems: R-143, R-145
Manufacturers frequently employ and develop customized solutions for specific requirements. The Hand Brake application measures the force applied to the chain system

force applied to the chain measurement with sensor model r-157

R-157 Features:

  • Specifically designed for performing the official AAR Brake Shoe Force Test conform AAR Standard S-401
  • Accurately measures the Hand Brake Chain Force
  • Requires no removal of the Hand Brake Chain parts
  • True Wireless Hand Brake Chain Force Measuring System consisting of one ‘S’ type Smart Hook Sensor wired to the Wi-Fi module that it is wireless connected to a customized rugged TABLET located maximum 120-ft/40 m apart
  • This battery powered kit offers 6 hours of continuously testing
  • Enhanced safety of testing by aluminum Hook-Stop
  • Rugged Wi-Fi Module powered by 9V alkaline battery
  • Rugged hand-held TABLET. Drop up to 3-ft/0.9 m
  • Hand Brake Chain Force range: 10,000 lb or 45 KN
  • Sensor self align with chain axle for accurate measurements
  • Smallest readout: 1 lb or 0.01 KN
  • Operating temperature: -4°F to 120°F or -20°C to 50°C
  • Smart Hook Sensor protection class: IP 66
  • Sensor Dimensions: 3.75 x 2.5 x 1.0 in or 9.5 x 6.4 x 2.5 cm
  • Sensor Weight: 1.1 lb or 500 g
  • Wi-Fi Module Dimensions: 4.125 x 2.625 x 1.750 in or 10.5 x 6.7 x 4.4 cm
  • Wi-Fi Module Weight: 0.77 lb or 350 g
  • Tablet Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.25 x 0.625 in or 21.3 x 13.3 x 1.7 cm
  • Tablet Weight: 1.32 lbs or 600 g
  • Carrying Case model: Pelican 1400
  • Shipping Dimensions: 14 x 12 x 6 in or 34 x 30 x 15 cm
  • Shipping Weight: 9.8 lb or 4.450 g

R-157 Installation Pictures