What device measures pulling tension?

What device measures pulling tension?

• A. Caliper
• B. Multimeter
• C. Torque wrench
• D. Dynamometer

Answer: (D)

Measuring pulling tension involves determining the force acting along a rope or cable. A dynamometer is designed for this purpose because it directly measures force, translating the pull into a reading (in pounds or Newtons) via a sensor such as a load cell or spring mechanism. You can place it in series with the line or attach it to the load to determine how much tension the line is under, which is essential in lifting, towing, or safety checks. The other tools serve different tasks: a caliper gauges dimensions like thickness or diameter; a multimeter measures electrical properties such as voltage, current, and resistance; a torque wrench measures rotational force, i.e., torque, not linear pulling tension.

Measuring pulling tension involves determining the force acting along a rope or cable. A dynamometer is designed for this purpose because it directly measures force, translating the pull into a reading (in pounds or Newtons) via a sensor such as a load cell or spring mechanism. You can place it in series with the line or attach it to the load to determine how much tension the line is under, which is essential in lifting, towing, or safety checks.

The other tools serve different tasks: a caliper gauges dimensions like thickness or diameter; a multimeter measures electrical properties such as voltage, current, and resistance; a torque wrench measures rotational force, i.e., torque, not linear pulling tension.