ABB PFEA112-20 3BSE050091R20 Tension Controller

• Output Options: Supports voltage and current outputs (A+B) with adjustable filtering for accurate control.
• Display: Features a 2×16 character multi-language display showing tension values for channels A, B, A+B, and A-B, as well as individual load cell signals.
• Communication Interfaces: Includes Profibus-DP for fieldbus communication, along with optional Ethernet or ARCNET network connections. Supports expansion modules for additional protocols such as DeviceNet, CANopen, and Ethernet.
• Input/Output Modules: Compatible with both analog and digital modules, with local expansion up to 10 I/O modules (firmware V1.2+) and distributed substation expansion up to 7 I/O modules.
• Power Supply: Operates on 24VDC (18-36V) power supply.
• Operating Temperature: -5°C to +55°C.
• Protection Class: Available in DIN-rail version (IP20) and enclosed IP65 version for harsh environments.

Key Features

• Precise Tension Control: Utilizes advanced algorithms to maintain accurate tension levels, ensuring material stability during processing.
• Flexible Communication: Supports multiple communication protocols, facilitating integration with different control systems and devices for remote monitoring and automation.
• User-Friendly Interface: Features a multi-language display and configuration keys for easy parameter setting and system status monitoring.
• Modular Design: Allows for easy installation, maintenance, and customization of I/O capabilities to meet specific application needs.
• Safety and Diagnostics: Equipped with comprehensive safety protection and fault diagnosis functions to detect and report system abnormalities promptly, ensuring operator and equipment safety.
• High Reliability: Designed for stable operation in harsh industrial environments with minimal maintenance requirements.

Application Scenarios

• Rolling Mills: Controls tension in metal strip processing to prevent defects and ensure product quality.
• Wire and Cable Manufacturing: Maintains consistent tension during wire drawing and cable production, reducing breakage and improving efficiency.
• Textile Industry: Regulates tension in yarn and fabric processing to prevent stretching or wrinkling, ensuring high-quality end products.
• Plastics Processing: Controls tension in film extrusion and winding processes to maintain uniform thickness and surface finish.
• Papermaking: Ensures stable tension during paper reeling and unwinding, preventing paper breakage and improving production continuity.

Additional Information

• Compatibility: The PFEA112-20 is part of the ABB PFEA series, which includes models PFEA111 and PFEA113, offering varying performance levels and functionalities. All models feature multi-language displays and configuration keys for user convenience.
• Accessories: Optional accessories include insulation amplifiers (e.g., PXUB 201) for analog output insulation requirements and relay boards (e.g., PXKB 201) for DIN-rail installation with IP65 protection.