{"product_id":"abb-pfca-401s-3bse024387r2-tension-control-unit","title":"ABB PFCA 401S | 3BSE024387R2 Tension Control Unit","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABB PFCA 401S (3BSE024387R2)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a precision\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003econtrol unit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesigned for tension monitoring in industrial processes. As part of the PillowBlock Tension Measurement System, it converts load cell millivolt signals into standardized analog outputs. The “S” variant supports a single-channel configuration, accommodating two load cells to measure one web tension line. 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support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It supports two load cells for a single tension measurement channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the outputs be configured for both voltage and current simultaneously?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the module can provide multiple analog output formats to interface with PLCs or DCS systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the recommended procedure when replacing a unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Backup all calibration parameters including wrap angles and load cell sensitivity to ensure accurate continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ABB","offers":[{"title":"Default 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