Web Tension Control System

Stable web tension from unwind to rewind.

KENDORIC supplies tension controllers, signal amplifiers and tension sensors for converting lines that require stable material transport, consistent winding quality and reduced tension-related defects.

Web tension control sensor

System Overview

A typical web tension control system includes a tension controller, load cell or tension sensor, signal amplifier, brake, clutch or motor drive, and a feedback loop for stable web tension control.

Main Components

Tension controller, signal amplifier, tension sensor, brake / clutch / drive

Control Sections

Unwind, infeed, process, outfeed and rewind

Typical Materials

Film, foil, paper, label stock, nonwoven and composite webs

Selection Data

Web width, tension range, roll diameter, line speed, roller structure and brake or clutch type

Web Tension Control Products

Select controllers, signal amplifiers and tension sensors according to machine section, tension range, roller structure and required output signal.

Tension Controllers

TC100 automatic tension controller

Tension Controller

TC100 Automatic Tension Controller

Automatic tension controller for constant tension, taper tension and speed-synchronous control in unwind, process and rewind sections.

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Signal Amplifiers

SAMP03 tension signal amplifier

Signal Amplifier

SAMP03 Signal Amplifier

Signal amplifier for tension sensors, converting sensor feedback into standard output signals for PLCs, computers or tension controllers.

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Tension Sensors

LC100A pedestal-mount tension sensor

Pedestal-Mount Tension Sensor

LC100A Pedestal-Mount Tension Sensor

Compact pedestal-mount tension sensor with low temperature drift, stable output and good linearity.

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LS100A through-shaft tension sensor

Through-Shaft Tension Sensor

LS100A Through-Shaft Tension Sensor

Stainless-steel through-shaft tension sensor with IP66 protection for harsh converting environments.

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LF100A through-shaft tension sensor

Through-Shaft Tension Sensor

LF100A Through-Shaft Tension Sensor

Live-shaft flange tension sensor with built-in self-aligning bearings for reliable web tension measurement.

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LFP100A through-shaft tension sensor

Through-Shaft Tension Sensor

LFP100A Through-Shaft Tension Sensor

Compact flange tension sensor with self-aligning bearings for easy roller installation and maintenance.

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LX100A cantilever tension sensor

Cantilever Tension Sensor

LX100A Cantilever Tension Sensor

Cantilever tension sensor for stable tension detection with reduced sensitivity to web position changes on the roller.

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Tension Control Positions

Unwind Tension Control

Maintains stable tension as roll diameter changes during unwinding.

Process Tension Control

Keeps web tension stable through printing, coating, laminating or converting sections.

Rewind Tension Control

Supports consistent roll quality during rewinding and finished roll formation.

Typical Selection Factors

Machine SectionUnwind, infeed, process, outfeed and rewind
MaterialFilm, foil, paper, label stock, nonwoven and composite webs
Control StyleManual, semi-automatic or closed-loop automatic tension control
Required DataWeb width, tension range, roll diameter, line speed, roller structure and brake or clutch type

Need a tension control configuration?

Send your material type, web width, roll diameter, target tension range, line speed and machine section for selection support.

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