• Sensor Products Inc

Measure Roller Alignment: P-Nip

P-Nip, a handheld portable electronic device that allows the capture of nip readings at multiple discrete locations across the roller sets’ face length (cross direction) as determined by the user. It is designed for nips that are 1/16 to ½ inches (1.6 to 12.7 millimeters). Similar in size to a PDA, P-Nip® consists of an LCD display with a small replaceable sensor finger that extends from the top. Recording the spot values simply involves inserting this sensor “finger” into your nip. P-Nip’s memory allows you to store your readings for later comparison and evaluation. P-Nip® is ideal for quick, yet accurate (± 2%) nip measurements. Readings can be recorded within seconds with no set up time required. Precise nip measurement is important to perform proper roll alignment. Significant cost savings can result through improved yield and extended cover life. Printers, converters, and manufacturers of other processes where webs are conveyed between rolls have long been seeking an inexpensive and portable means to quickly measure nip.