Bridge amplifier
Confirm mV/V sensitivity, excitation, bridge resistance, four- or six-wire connection, zero balance and cable length.
TLC ENGINEERING / SPECIFY WITH CONTEXT
Tension Load Cell Controllers, Amplifiers & Readouts
Match a bridge amplifier, PLC transmitter, wireless readout or closed-loop PID controller to the transducer and machine interface.
Start at the bridge; finish at the machine interface
PLC transmitter
For 4–20 mA / 0–10 V, agree the force scaling, supply and fault handling. For IO-Link, confirm device data and master compatibility; for RS485, confirm baud rate, address and registers.
Wireless handheld readout
Define peak-hold behaviour, sampling rate, resolution, battery life, radio region and the response to loss of communication.
CONFIGURATION AND DOCUMENT REVIEW
Compare the load path and signal before the drawing review
| Configuration reference | Force / use envelope | Signal request | Mechanical and evidence checks | Enquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLC-CTL-PID Closed-loop PID controller review | Sensor and drive dependent | Closed-loop PID controller | Panel / rail mounting and drive interface Match sensor input, feedback scaling,0–10V/PWM output, line speed and tuning. Dimensions, accuracy and model datasheet: confirm on the approved configuration. | Request TLC-CTL-PID review → |
| TLC-CTL-M12 M12 IO-Link bridge transmitter | Bridge excitation and input dependent | M12 IO-Link | M12 pinout / supply / cable routing Request IODD, bridge supply, resolution, process data and actual cycle-time limits. Dimensions, accuracy and model datasheet: confirm on the approved configuration. | Request TLC-CTL-M12 review → |
| TLC-CTL-DIN DIN-rail bridge transmitter | Bridge input dependent | 4–20 mA / 0–10 V / RS485 Modbus | Rail / shielding / PLC input Confirm bridge sensitivity, gain range, address/register map and fault current. Dimensions, accuracy and model datasheet: confirm on the approved configuration. | Request TLC-CTL-DIN review → |
| TLC-CTL-WLS Wireless peak-hold readout | Paired radio system dependent | Wireless handheld kit | Readout, receiver and transmitter protocol Confirm compatible transmitter, peak capture rate, communication-loss response and battery. Dimensions, accuracy and model datasheet: confirm on the approved configuration. | Request TLC-CTL-WLS review → |
FMS CMGZ309 is a controller reference; FMS RMGZ is a force-sensor reference. Match the complete input and drive interface rather than treating the two as interchangeable products.
Close the web tension loop at the right bandwidth
The transducer measures roller force. The controller translates a calibrated measurement into a command for the brake, magnetic-powder clutch or servo drive. Roller inertia, material elasticity, line speed and control delay all affect tuning.
- Draw the web path and tare the roller at the installed orientation.
- Set the force-to-tension scaling from geometry and support distribution.
- Check the drive input: 0–10 V, current loop or PWM must be compatible.
- Test startup, acceleration, steady running and web break response.
Display resolution is not measurement accuracy. A 0.01 N display increment is meaningful only for a system with a suitable range, noise floor and verified calibration.
Specify the sensor + controller chain →Carry the interface and evidence into your RFQ
Open engineering notes →
Download the force-selection guide and editable interface worksheet.
Calibration and proof-load scope →Identify which report and accreditation scope the application requires.
Compare enquiry configurations →Filter the geometry, force envelope and signal before requesting a model.
CONFIGURATION / INTERFACE / DELIVERY
Send an engineering RFQ with the details intact
Choose the force path, signal and matching accessories. Include the destination so the quotation can confirm the product, calibration, freight and requested delivery term together.
[email protected]Open engineering notes are available in the downloads centre. Approved model STEP, IODD and real calibration reports are supplied against the selected configuration. Price, availability, lead time and warranty terms are confirmed in the formal quote.