Digital tension controller

Horton Manufacturing's (Min-neapolis, MN) TC820 tension controller is for web printing or converting involving unwind, centerwind, centerwind drive or mid-process control.

Oct 31, 1995

The controller has both 4 to 20 mA and 0 to 10 VDC outputs for flexible operating. Operates pneumatic, electric or hydraulic clutches, brakes or controls as part of a closed-loop control system that maintains uniform web tension with paper, film, foil and cellophane.

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