DOVER FLEXO ELECTRONICS

PRODUCT GUIDE
Dover Flexo Electronics (DFE) manufactures

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and services a full line of tension measurement and control products for wide and narrow

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web. We are the leader in developing and supporting web tension control products and technology.

Tension Innovation for Industry since 1974

ISO 9001 Certified

Dover Flexo Electronics (DFE) manufactures and services a full line of tension measurement and control products for materials processing industries. We are a leader in developing closed-loop web tension control products & technology. DFE serves manufacturers in converting, exible packaging, paper, foil, tag & label, wire & cable, extruded products, business forms, commercial printing, food processing and the OEMs serving those industries. Any continuous manufacturing process that involves web, ribbon or lament can benet from DFEs application experience and broad assortment of product solutions. Since 1974 DFE has been the natural choice for upgrading existing machinery with modern, efcient tension control. Improvements in productivity and lower operating costs due to reductions in material waste can pay for the investment in a tension control system in as little as a few weeks. OEMs and machinery builders also choose DFE to incorporate the most reliable, easy-to-use tension devices into their equipment.

Our product categories include:

Tension Transducers Tension Indicators Automatic Tension Controllers Pneumatic Tension Brakes Custom Engineered Products and Systems
If you dont nd what you need in this product guide, please contact us. Our skilled application engineers are ready to assist you in identifying the critical areas of your process. They can then recommend equipment standard, modied or custom engineered that will t your budget and solve your tension problems. Ask for a free application analysis. With over 100 years of combined experience in delivering control solutions for web presses and machines, our dedicated technical staff can even help you integrate DFE tension control products with auxiliary equipment from other vendors, including drives and/or clutches. Let us put our applications experience to work for you. If youre looking for a single tension control source that delivers the best value available anywhere, then youll nd what you need at DFE.

Contents
Typical Running Tensions of Common Web Materials
Material
Paperboard

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English
Weight (points) 8 12 15 20 25 30 Tension (lbs/lin. inch) 3.0 4.0 4.5 5.5 6.5 8.0 0.40 0.50 0.75 1.25 2.00 3.00

Metric
Weight (g/m2) 105 157 196 260 326 391 25 30 50 65 100 130 Tension (kg/cm) 0.54 0.72 0.90 1.26 1.62 1.98 0.135 0.180 0.270 0.360 0.540 0.720

The Dover Difference.......................... 2 System & Component Integration ...... 3 Tension Transducers........................... 4-5 Tension Indicators .............................. 6-7 Automatic Tension Controllers........... 8 Pneumatic Tension Brakes................. 9 Custom Engineered Solutions ............ 10 Indicator Features Comparison.......... 11 Controller Features Comparison ........ 12 Global Offices...................................... 13

Paper (based on 3,000 sq. foot ream)

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Material

English
Tension (lbs/in/mil)

Metric
Tension (kg/cm/micron)
0.0070 0.0053 0.0035 0.0052 0.0018 0.0018 0.0070 0.0007 0.0007 0.0018 0.0070

Aluminum Foils Cellophanes Acetate Mylar (Polyester) Polyethylene Polypropylene Polystyrene Saran Vinyl Nylon Wax Paper

1.0 0.5 0.5 0.75 0.25 0.25 1.0 0.15 0.25 0.25 1.0

DFEs Tension-Free 5 Year Warranty

Dover Flexo Electronics, Inc. warrants its products to be free of defects in material and workmanship for 5 years from date of original shipment. During the warranty period the Company will repair or replace defective products free of charge if such products are returned with all shipping charges prepaid and if, upon examination, the product is shown to be defective. This warranty shall not apply to products damaged by abuse, neglect, accident, modication, alteration or mis-use. For a copy of the full warranty, please contact DFE or visit www.dfe.com.

For laminated webs sum the tensions for the individual webs and add 0.1 lb/in. (0.018 kg/cm) of width.

Material
Copper Wire (15,000 psi)
#16 (.051 inches) #20 (.032 inches) #24 (.020 inches) #28 (.013 inches) #30 (.010 inches) #34 (.006 inches) #36 (.005 inches) #40 (.003 inches)

English
Tension (lbs)
30.00 12.00 4.50 1.75 1.25 0.50 0.25 0.10

Metric
Tension (kg)
13.6 5.5 2.0 0.79 0.57 0.23 0.11 0.045

We honor:

Run aluminum wire at to 2/3 these values. 15,000 psi = 103.42 MPa 1 mil = 25.4 microns

The Dover Difference

Dover Flexo is the value and innovation leader in the industries we serve. We strive to deliver superior product to you at a reasonable price with an emphasis on quality, reliability and unmatched technical support.

Dover Delivers
Leadership in product innovation, reliability and custom tension measurement solutions since 1974 5 Year Product Warranty ISO 9001 Quality Assurance 24/7 Technical Support Superior, hassle-free customer service R&D Technical Support Center (Ask for a demo on the test machine.) All products designed and made in the USA Credit card acceptance Online resources at www.dfe.com

Dover Flexo Electronics and its Management have committed to establishing and maintaining a formal and continual program of evaluation, review and modication of all of our operations so that the Companys ability to provide the highest quality products and related services to our customers can be veried and improved. Tell us what you value, and well deliver.

ISO 9001 Certified

System & Component Integration

UNWIND ZONE
PNEUMATIC BRAKE TRANSDUCER ROLL TRANSDUCER ROLL

INTERMEDIATE ZONE
TRANSDUCER ROLL (alternative location for intermediate zone)

REWIND ZONE
TRANSDUCER ROLL

PROCESS

MOTOR TACH TACH

MOTOR

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PNEUMATIC TENSION CONTROLLER MOTOR CONTROL DRIVE TENSION CONTROLLER

M
MOTOR CONTROL REWIND TENSION CONTROLLER DRIVE MOTOR OR CLUTCH

MAIN DRIVE SETS WEB SPEED

DRAWING NOT TO SCALE

Tension Transducers
Rugged, accurate transducers for use in almost any processing environment.

Tension control is often used in manufacturing or printing sub-processes such as unwinding, winding, extruding, slitting, sheeting, coating, laminating, braiding, embossing and embedding. These operations can be highly involved. Proper web tension is needed for high-quality output. So it is important to work with a tension control supplier you can rely on one with a range of reliable products, industry experience and excellent support capabilities. Dovers tension control products are designed to be integrated smoothly into your machines structure wherever your application demands them the unwind zone, rewind zone, intermediate zone, or any combination of these. Reliable, durable, easy-to-install components that are also simple to use are the hallmark of a complete DFE tension control system.

Amplifiers & Indicators

The broadest range of tension amplifier boards and indicators on the market.

Dovers application specialists will customtailor a tension control package to suit your exact needs. Working together on your machinery, tension transducers, controllers, indicators, brakes, clutches and drives result in a level of process control previously unattainable. With an automated control system you will no longer need to monitor continuously and re-adjust tension throughout your operation. Dover controls do it all for you. This saves you manpower, cuts downtime, and improves the consistency and quality of your nished product. The following sections highlight major features and benets of each of our standard products. Please inquire if there does not appear to be a product to t your application. DFE delivers tension solutions for almost any continuous process machine.

Tension Controllers
Versatility and ease-of-use are hallmarks of DFE controllers.

Available Outputs for Tension Controllers

D 0-10 VDC compensated output for use with adjustable speed DC and AC drives. The output is electrically isolated for compatibility and reliability. Used in all tension zones; unwind, rewind and intermediate. V 0-90 VDC output. For use in all types of electrical brakes and clutches, including eddy current clutches. Also available with 24 and 45 VDC output. Commonly used in the unwind or rewind zones. P 0-75 psi output for use with pneumatic clutches and brakes. Most commonly used in the unwind and rewind zones. System includes internal air filter and regulator (80-120 psi input pressure).

Pneumatic Brakes
A range of brakes and torque capacity for light to heavy-duty applications.

Tension Transducers
Dover tension transducers measure actual web tension in almost any moving web or lament. Transducers output an accurate signal to an amplier, indicator or controller. All DFE transducers have rugged stainless steel and aluminum construction for reliability and corrosion resistance. If you dont see a transducer that ts your needs exactly, please call or e-mail us. We manufacture custom transducers to t almost any tension measurement application. Items shown with the CE mark have been tested and have met the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) established by the member states of the European Union.

General Purpose Transducers

Model C Dead shaft and live shaft models Five mounting styles Dual cantilevered sensing-beam for high accuracy Load ratings from 10-800 lbs (45-3560N; 4.5-364 Kg)

The industry standard in tension transducers. Completely sealed to protect inside from dust and water. Recessed seals are protected from damage. Available in three frame sizes and both live-shaft and dead-shaft versions. Choose from ve mounting styles: screw, ange, pillow-block, thru-frame and piloted ange. Ask for the data sheet on these rugged, time-proven transducers.

Tension Roll
Model TR Transducers and idler roll in one, easy-to-install unit Fast, hassle-free installation-like any dead-shaft idler roll Aluminum, steel or stainless steel rolls in many surface finishes One electrical cable

Tension transducers and dead-shaft idler roll are combined in one integral unit. No assembly required. Faster, easier, and less expensive to install than separate roll and transducers. Only one transducer cable-eliminates cable crossing between machine frames. Roll diameters from 3 inches (100mm) and up. Face widths to 120 inches (3050mm). Load ratings from 12 to 400 pounds (55 to 1800N; 5.4 to 182 Kg).

Roll Shell Transducers

Model RS Converts a simple metal tube into a tension-sensing idler roll Simple to install- Unit clamps into tube No shaft needed Accommodates axial thermal expansion up to 1/4 (0.64cm) in hot environments Two frame sizes

Based on the Model C transducer. A Roll Shell Transducer locks into the inner diameter at each end of an aluminum or steel tube to create a simple-to-install tension-sensing roll. Special expanding connector collet allows easy insertion of transducer into roll. Once tightened, the collet fastens the transducer rmly into the tube. Load ratings from 10-800 lbs. (44N-3559N; 4.5-364Kg)

Narrow Web Transducers

Model NWI For narrow web machines with single-side frame Transducers and idler roll combined into one unit Load ratings from 12100 lbs. (55450N; 2545 Kg) with wide operating range Optional indicator on roll end

Specially designed transducer combines a cantilevered idler roll and two tension transducers in one unitfor fast, easy installation and high accuracy. Construction provides strength, corrosion-resistance and positive overload protection. Three widths accommodate narrow webs up to 14 (356mm) wide. Choose a single-bolt mounting or four-bolt ange.

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Very Narrow Web Transducer
Model VNW Measures tension in webs up to 6 wide Adjustable roll position and web-to-frame distance Easy to provide your own wheel Mounts on either side of machine frame Load ratings from 10 - 400 lbs (45 - 1825N; 4.5 - 182 Kg)

The VNW (Very Narrow Web) transducer measures process tension in narrow web (up to six inches wide), ribbon or lament. It mounts cantilevered on process machinery for unwind/ payoff, rewind/take-up, or intermediate zone applications.

Wire, Cable or Ribbon Transducers

Model RFA Measure tension of any narrow ribbon or filament Small, versatile and easy-to-install Special wheels are available Load Ratings from 10 - 150 lbs (45 - 665N; 4.5 - 68 Kg) with wide operating range

Designed to measure tension in any moving ribbon or lament. Ideal for ribbons or laments of wire, plastic, rubber, metal, glass, composite or other materials. Three standard wheels availablefor ribbon, for lament, or adapter model for custom requirements. Three mounting styles available: S, FL, and PB.

Thin Tension Transducers

Model THN Thin profile allows for easy mounting in limited horizontal space Single-bolt mounting means transducer force orientation can be changed simply Rugged stainless steel and aluminum construction Load ratings from 25 to 800 lbs (110 - 3560N; 11 - 364 Kg)

THN is the thin (2.3 inch width) transducer of choice when a standard shaft-end transducer is too wide. A single-bolt mounting allows the THN transducer to be rotated to any position and oriented on the machine frame prior to idler roll installation. The removable clamp on the transducers shaft coupling allows the idler roll to be installed and removed without disturbing the transducers.

Heavy-Duty Tension Transducers

Model UPBH and SUPB Install under any standard pillow block bearing Two frame sizes Corrosion resistant for harsh environments Load ratings from 100 - 5000 lbs. (450 - 22250N)

UPBH transducers are used in applications with the tension force direction parallel to the top plate. SUPB transducers are for use in applications with the main force component perpendicular to the transducer top plate. Designed for paper processing applications, these FT Model transducers are built to last. Unique Model UPBH SUPB parallelogram construction provides FT strength and reliability. Made of corrosion-resistant stainless steel and aluminum. No hinges, no joints. Two frame sizes.

Tension Indicators
Dover Flexo Electronics offers a wide variety of tension indicators, including tension signal amplifiers and interfaces with or without display meters. Indicators manage tension signals from DFE transducers to measure actual tension and display it on an analog or digital meter. Voltage and current outputs, proportional to tension, can be used to interface with drive systems, controllers, computers, or recorders. Indicators can also be used as a reference to control tension manually. Options are available to customize any indicator to fit special requirements.

Transducer Interface/Amplifier
TI17C / TI18C Low-cost, ultra-stable component for tension measurement 10VDC and 4-20mA isolated outputs proportional to tension QuickCal push-button zero and calibration CE marked. Meets European low voltage and EMC directives Choice of mounting styles, including DIN rail mounting

Connect the TI17C amplifier to any DFE tension transducer and output a tension signal to a PLC, drive, controller or other device. The TI17C operates on 115/230 VAC, and the TI18C works on 24VDC. QuikCal zero and calibration push buttons mean faster setup with no pot adjustments. The optional Tension Limit Switch serves as an alarm trigger for web break prevention. Beats the competition in head-to-head comparisons for output stability.

Left-Right-Total Tension Indicator

TI 15 Large meter displays left, right, or total web tension Large, easy-grip rotary dial to switch between displayed channels Optional Tension Limit Switch for setting alarm conditions Optional data acquisition module for tracking tension throughout process

In addition to displaying total tension across the width of a running web, the TI 15 indicator shows actual tension on left or right web edge. The tension is measured continuously on all three channels and out-of-spec readings alert the machine operator to make adjustments to equalize side-to-side tension and optimize total tension. For web break prevention, min and max limits can be set to activate an alarm.

General Purpose Indicator

TI 14 Indicator Compact size fits almost anywhere Actual tension displayed on large analog or optional digital meter 0-10 VDC and 4-20 mA outputs proportional to tension Low-cost Fast payback Rugged steel enclosure

A general purpose indicator for measurement and display of total web tension. The indicator comes in a rugged steel enclosure and has a single terminal strip for all electrical connections including AC power. An optional Tension Limit Switch activates at high or low preset tensions.

Digital Indicators
SteadyView Compact, programmable, microprocessorbased tension display Stand alone, rack mount, wall mount or machine-frame mount Serial communication with computer or PLC Calibrate easily with push-button controls

Choose between the 1/4 DIN panel-mount enclosure or the wall-mount enclosure. Both use programmable, microprocessor technology in a compact, easy-to-use package. Display actual tension from tension transducers. Serial interface for connection to computer or PLC. Switch between English and metric units without recalibration. Choose display items in English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish.

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Inline Transducer Amplifier
iAmp Compact tension transducer amplifier (2 x 3 x 1 inch) Saves space, expense and installation time versus standard amplifiers or interfaces Converts 0-to-500 mV transducer signal to 0-to-10 VDC isolated output for PLC, motor drive or other controller Includes 0-to-1 mA output for tension meter

Simplify web tension measurement with transducermount or cable-connect iAmp amplier modules. These enclosed miniature tension ampliers are powered by 24 VDC and output 0-to-10 Volt isolated signals proportional to tension. Take the output directly to a PLC or motor drive. iAmp connects to most DFE transducers and includes zero and calibration pot adjustments.

MultiAmplifier Card for Tension Indication

MAC 24 VDC power input 0 to 10VDC output (proportional to tension) from each channel 0 to 1mAdc output proportional to tension for display meter Damping for tension meter output

The MAC Card is an eight-channel amplier/interface consisting of eight independent tension ampliers on a single circuit card. The MAC provides excitation voltage to connected tension transducer pairs, and puts out a 0-to-10VDC signal proportional to tension for each pair of transducer signal inputs. The 0-to-10V outputs can be used as inputs to drives, PLCs or other tension monitoring or closed-loop tension control devices. The 5.5 x 7 inch MAC Card installs at in the machines control panel.

Dual Transducer Interface/ Amplifier

TI 11 Rack-mountable interface for dual tension display or connection to controller Voltage and current outputs proportional to tension Optional plug-in cage for use outside of 19-inch rack

A dual-channel tension amplier on a single rackmountable card. Used with one or two pair of transducers to measure or display web tension in one or two zones. The TI 11 card contains two independent tension circuits with independent calibration adjustments. IEC/ANSI/IEEE type 2 plugin card installs into standard size 3U 19 inch rack or into optional mounting module.

Intrinsically Safe Indicator/ Amplifier

FireGuard U/L listed Reduces risk of fire and explosion Easily adjusted with zero and calibration circuitry Contains a power supply for one or two transducers Protected in a compact, steel enclosure

An intrinsically safe interface between transducers and a tension controller, drive system or computer. The UL listed FireGuard reduces risk of re or explosion in plant environments where combustible vapor may be present. Used when tension transducers and analog tension meter (optional) are located in a hazardous Class I Division 1 or 2 area. Can be used with drive systems, computers, PLCs or DFE controllers. Outputs include 0 to+10V undamped isolated, and a 0 to 1 mA damped meter output.

NON-HAZARDOUS NON HAZARDOUS AREA

Options Closed Loop 0-10v SteadyWeb 12P FireGuard

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Automatic Tension Controllers

Set your desired tension and the controller will maintain it. Easy-to-congure DFE controllers automatically compensate for variations in roll diameter, speed, and web material characteristics. Interchangeability of internal modular components between different controllers for features and options means fewer replacement components to stock.

All controllers offer

Choice of output modules to be used with an electric brake, pneumatic brake or clutch, eddy current clutch or variable speed drive. Large, easy-to-view tension meters. Choice of enclosure styles. Standard emergency stop, auto/manual control modes, bumpless switching and soft start features.

Compact Digital Controller

Model WebHandler3 Choice of control output including 0-75 psi pneumatic, 0-90 VDC, 45 VDC, 24 VDC, and 0-10 VDC isolated and non-isolated; 0-10 Volts DC tension signal output Auto/Manual control mode Emergency Stop feature

The compact WebHandler3 digital tension controller takes automatic closed-loop web control to a new level of simplicity and performance at a highly competitive price. Standard features include touch panel setup and calibration with clear menus and text prompts, a large, backlit LCD display, compensation for speed and roll diameter, soft start, storage and recall of multiple job setups, and serial access via PC using included Windows-based software. Many options are also available. The TensionManager Control Module is a microprocessorbased automatic web tension controller for OEMs and machinery builders. The compact controller is customizable with modular device add-ons, and easily congured for any web-fed converting or printing application. TensionManager allows direct tension measurement and control to be designed into machinery at a highly competitive cost.

Rack mount Digital Controller

Model TensionManager Low-cost, flexible, closed-loop tension control Space-saving device modules mount on a DIN-rail Program via remote terminal or computer Store/ recall up to 10 job setups

Standard Analog Controller

Model SteadyWeb Quick installation and setup Electric and pneumatic outputs 0-10 V and 4-20 mA tension outputs Rugged steel enclosure for superior protection Many options available

DFEs agship full-featured analog tension controller, renowned for its reliability, versatility, and ease-of-use. For use in unwind, intermediate, or rewind tension zones. Optional functions include taper tension, dual transducer input, DC and pulse tachometer inputs, and more. System status lights allow the operator to see the operating mode at a glance. Low-cost, automatic tension controller. Provides the superior performance of the SteadyWeb controller and the basic, required control features for most unwind and rewind applications. No frills package includes analog tension meter and users choice of outputs: 0-75 psi pneumatic, 090 VDC, 45 VDC, or 24 VDC and 0-10 VDC isolated and non-isolated. Complete automatic turret rewind control system for automating a ying splice sequence. Combines advanced SteadyWeb tension control, core speed matching controls, ying-splice sequencing circuitry and a user-friendly interface. Turret rotation, knife ring, core speed matching, and tension control are coordinated all at the touch of a button.

Low-cost Analog Controller

Model WebHandler Low-cost, automatic tension controller for unwind and rewind zones Compact size for quick, easy installation anywhere Controls electric or pneumatic clutches and brakes

Rewind Splicer System

Model SteadyWeb Splicer Tension controller with automatic rewind splice sequencing in one package Simple to install because all controls are in one enclosure Easy-to-use one-button splicing

Pneumatic Tension Brakes

Dover brakes are an integral part of a high-performance unwind package. All of our brakes feature a limited travel piston that never scratches the disk, ductile iron disk construction, and expanded disk surface for rapid heat dissipation. Our asbestos-free friction pads are available in several coefcients of friction. No tools are required to change the friction pads, making brake maintenance quick and hassle free.
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Heavy Duty Dual Disk Brake

Models 90 1800 series 9-inch to 18-inch diameter disks Heavy-duty brake for unwind applications Wide torque range Large heat dissipation capacity Hassle-free friction pad removal and installation no tools required No Squeal warranty

With DFEs Dual Disk Brakes worn friction pads can be changed in seconds, without tools. Limited travel pistons prevent disks from being scored. Cylinders can be actuated individually. Return spring cannot puncture diaphragm. Available in ve standard sizes. Brakes t easily in place of other dual disk brakes. DFEs universal style actuators can retrot brakes by other manufacturers. Same high-performance as Dovers Heavy-Duty dual disk brakes, but smaller and with a lower torque range. Easy to install and use, the 60 series brake was designed for lower tension unwind application in the converting, printing, composite, wire and lament industries. The brake can be congured for use with one cylinder or up to six cylinders.

Dual Disk Brake

Model 60 series 6-inch diameter disks Torque range from 1 lb-in. with one cylinder up to 1,000 lb-in. with six cylinders Cylinders can be actuated individually A range of pad friction coefficients is available to suit the application Replace worn pads in seconds without tools

Single Disk Brake

Model 1D6D Compact, low-torque brake for smaller converting machines and specialty processes Brake can adapt to any shaft diameter ranging from to 1 Optional rotation sensor interfaces with controls for computing roll diameter

The new 1D6D single disk pneumatic brake is the perfect low-cost tensioning solution for unwind applications with low-torque requirements or installation space constraints. A single diaphragm provides low actuation force for low-tension applications. Corrosion-resistant materials allow the 1D6D to be used in wet environments.

Idler Rolls to your specs Tension transducer interface cables Spare option boards and plug-in circuit cards Brake accessories, actuator assemblies & friction pads Analog & digital tension meters

Spare Parts & Accessories

To complement DFEs 5-Year Warranty, 24/7 Technical Support and the rest of our standard customer care program, you will nd just what you need when it comes to spare parts and accessories. Order spare and replacement parts quickly, simply and securely online with a credit card. Stop by www.dfe.com to try it.

Fast turnaround Reasonable prices Major cards accepted

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Custom Engineered Application Solutions

At DFE we base our entire success on our ability to deliver the most rugged, accurate and reliable control solutions on the market, whether they come off-the-shelf or customdesigned. A free application analysis from DFE will determine whether or not a standard solution is appropriate. The products pictured represent a few DFE specials that were manufactured to t into less common applications.

TLS Option Card

In addition to a broad selection of off-the-shelf ampliers and display solutions, we can also easily customize most electronics products to include additional features. TLS (Tension Limit Switch), one of the more popular features on some of our ampliers and indicators, allows an alarm condition to be triggered when a high- or low-tension threshold has been reached. At your request, weve made TLS an available option on certain products, including the TI-5, which do not include TLS as a standard option.

Segmented Tension Roll

A segmented Tension Roll transducer designed to measure independent tension of 2 or more narrow webs running in parallel on a machine. For converters performing inline slitting and winding of lm and other extensible materials, gauge band variations across the substrate add a dimension of process variability that can make close control of tension on the resulting web strands critical. Roll face segment widths and spacing vary to your specication.

Dual Meter Multiplexer Indicator

DFE can package several controllers or tension display units into a single device to control or read tension easily in multiple zones. We will assist you with connection to computer or PLC via serial connection. This dual meter multiplexer display for a newspaper press reads out tension from 16 different sensing positions on each meter.

Steamroller Tension Roll Transducer

An application where the maximum bend radius of the substrate was a critical design factor. This special Tension Roll transducer with extended range, a 16-inch diameter roll and a 12-inch roll face was required in an application involving the chemical milling of very thin stainless steel strips. Certain coating processes also limit the bend radius of the substrate.

Optical Fiber Winding Wheel

The capabilities of DFEs model RFA tension transducer are extended with this six-inch diameter adapter wheel. The special wheel transports optical ber in a quality control application while the transducer measures tension on the ber. The large diameter wheel prevents the glass core ber from bending beyond its breaking point.

Tension Indicator Performance Features

Product Comparison

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Feature
115/230 VAC operation 24 VDC operation Isolated 0 to 10V* output 0 to 10V output* 4 to 20 mA output* 0-20mA output 0 to 1 mA output* for remote tension meter Integrated analog tension meter Available digital display/meter Meter damping Available without enclosure Mounting styles:
wall or machine frame mount (wm) transducer mount (t) cable mount (c) DIN rail mount (d)

TrueTension TI 14

iAMP Inline Tension Amplifier

TrueTension TI 17C & TI 18C1

TI 15
Left-Right-Total Indicator

FireGuard
(Intrinsically Safe)

(option) (x2)

TI 17C only TI 18C only (isolated)

(230VAC option) (all 3 channels) (option) (option) (0-100mV) (optional LED) (option)
wm

(energy
limited)

(option)

(optional LED)
t, c, d

wm, d

(optional LED) (dual)

wm

wm

Left, right, total indication Dual calibration Work with Extended Range tension transducers Tension Limit Switch UL listed, intrinsically safe

(option) (option) (option)

(option) (option)

(option) (option) (option)

(option)

Note: Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Refer to current DFE product data sheets or bulletins for available features, options and configurations. * All outputs proportional to tension 1 Supersedes Model TI-17B/ 18B Tension Amplifier/ Interface.

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Tension Controller Performance Features

Product Comparison

Feature
115/230 VAC operation Auto and manual control modes Choice of output modes: P=0-75 psi; V=0-90 Vdc (24 or 45 Vdc opt.); D=0-10 vdc Non-isolated 0 to 10 V control output Non-isolated 4 to 20 mA control output Non-isolated 0 to 10 V tension output Non-isolated 4 to 20 mA tension output Isolated 0 to 10 V control output (D version only) Isolated 4 to 20 mA control or tension output Remote Tension Amplifier capability Meter damping Speed Follower Mode Diameter Compensated Speed Follower Mode Digital tension meter E-stop Soft start by tension Soft start by line speed Extended Range Reverse output Taper by 0-10V input, DC tach or pulse tach Taper by diameter calculation Tension limit LOW Tension limit HIGH Dual transducer input Dual calibration Output meter Remote auto set-pot Remote tension-on/tension-off Pneumatics Sample and Hold Ratio PLI tension readout and setpoint Setup uploads from RCT, PC or laptop PC Storage and recall of job setup parameters Ultrasonic sensor - direct input Rider Roll input Multiple operator interface options User-friendly setup and calibration Serial and Fieldbus communication capabilities

TensionManager WebHandler 3 (Digital) (Digital)

24 Vdc input

SteadyWeb (Analog)

WebHandler 2 (Analog)

(option) (option) (fixed)

(option) (option)

(option) (adjustable) (option) (option) (option) (option) (option) (option) (option) (option)

(or 0-1mA meter output)

(option) (adjustable) (option) (option) (option)

(speed module)* (speed module)* (RCT interface) (speed module)* (speed module)* (speed module)* (option)
separate module (ratio 1:1)

(adjustable) (option) (option) (option) (option) (option) (digital display)

separate module (ratio 1:1)

(option) (option)

integrated

separate module

(speed module)* (4 choices)

(3 choices)

* Speed module required if signal into Control Module is not 0-10Vdc.

World-wide Sales Locations

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Whether you need assistance in selecting the right transducer, an application analysis to identify your needs for a full tension control system, or a complete Dover product catalog, please

contact your nearest DFE representative. Our global network of distributors is presently expanding, and we invite you to contact our headquarters for location updates.

CHINA
BEIJING WEBCON SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DEV. CO.

INDIA
ENVYTECH SYSTEMS
C-2/402 Nilgiri Garden Sector 24 CBD Belapur Navi Mumbai 400 614 INDIA TEL: +22 275 20411 FAX: +22 275 20327

SOUTH AFRICA
Instalek
PO Box 40194 Walmer, Port Elizabeth 6065 South Africa TEL: +41 581 0818 FAX: +41 581 8571

USA
Dover Flexo Electronics
(Headquarters) 217 Pickering Road Rochester, NH 03867-4630 USA TEL: +1 603 332 6150 FAX: +1 603 332 3758

Beijing Academy of Agriculture & Forestry Sciences Banjing Haidian District Beijing 100097 CHINA TEL: +86 10 51503883 218 FAX: +86 10 51503796

envysystem@rediffmail.com

rzieseniss@instalek.co.za www.instalek.co.za

yangmu@webcon-tech.com www.webcon-tech.com

KOREA
HAE MO SOO
Yaksu Hights 114-1001 Shindang 4 Dong 824 Joong Gu Seoul 100-761 KOREA TEL: +82 586 0021 FAX: +82 2 2235 7024

TAIWAN YANGPOWER INTERNATIONAL LTD

8F-9,14, Lane 609 SEC 5 Chung Hsin Rd San Chung City, Taipei TAIWAN TEL: (+886) 22 999 3699 FAX: (+886) 22 999 7199

info@dfe.com www.dfe.com

COLOMBIA, ECUADOR & CENTRAL AMERICA

ERLA REPRESENTACIONES LTD.
Carrera 6 No. 123-45, Suite 1201 Bogota COLOMBIA TEL: 571 482 8080 FAX: 571 482 8080

AUSTRIA
REFOMAG
Pointengasse 8/6 A-1170 Vienna, AUSTRIA TEL: (+43) 1 532 7922 FAX: (+43) 1 532 7921

hmskorea@hotmail.com

yes@yangpower.com.tw

afriedmann@refomag.net www.refomag.net

presidencia@erla.info www.erla.com

MEXICO
RESIE S.A.
Gengiskan 2752 Col. Cumbres Monterey, N.L. MEXICO SA3 TEL: +52 818 371 3700/3739 FAX: +52 818 300 2883

UNITED KINGDOM
SWALLOW MACHINERY LTD
Bent Ley House, 7 Bent Ley Rd Meltham, Holmfirth West Yorkshire HD9 4AP ENGLAND TEL: +44 1484 850690 FAX: +44 1484 852422

EUROPE
Dirksen Industrial Electronics
Rijksstraatweg 735 - 739 NL-2025 DL Haarlem HOLLAND TEL: +31 23 5372070 FAX: +31 23 5371894

CANADA AUSTRIA
CANFLEXOGRAPHICS INC.
4103 Foxwood Drive Burlington, Ontario L7M 4L3 CANADA TEL: +1 905 335 1501 FAX: +1 905 319 0798

resiesa@prodigy.net.mx

info@swallowmachinery.freeserve.co.uk

sales@canflexo.com www.canflexo.com CANADA

dfe@dirksen.biz

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