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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Model TA1 ENSION Tension Amplifier DOC 801-2568 R2...
- Page 2 SALES - Product Information, Systems Application Questions, and placing orders for standard products and special systems. Please mailto: sales@dfe.com call (603) 332-6150 and ask for Sales or email to us at sales@dfe.com Telephone: (603) 332-6150 Fax: (603) 332-3758 E-mail: info@dfe.com Internet: www.dfe.com...
- Page 3 Make sure you read and understand all instructions and safety precautions listed in this manual before installing or operating your TA1 True Tension Amplifier. If you have any questions concerning the operation of your device or the information in this manual, please contact us. Email: techsupport@dfe.com Telephone: (603) 332-6150 • Observe all warning labels.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents 1.0 Overview / Device Description General Description ........1 Specifications ..........1 Features ............1 2.0 Installation Dimensions ..........2 Mounting the Unit ......... 2 Standard Electrical Connections ....3 Optional Electrical Connections ....5 3.0 Operation Hardware Identification ........ -
Page 5: Overview / Device Description
The amplifier boosts the millivolt- level tension-signal input from a DFE tension transducer (or transducer pair) to output a proportional 0-10 VDC (isolated) and 4-20 mA signal to a PLC, drive or display meter. -
Page 6: Installation
INSTALLATION 2.1. Dimensions FIGURE 1 - Dimensions 2.2 Mounting the Unit The unit is DIN rail mountable, compatible with DIN35mm rail. Snap on to mount. To remove from the DIN rail, use a screwdriver and release the clamp as shown below. FIGURE 2 - Removing from DIN Rail... -
Page 7: Standard Electrical Connections
2.2 Mounting the Unit continued... The unit can also be screw mounted. By adjusting the top and bottom clips to the outer positions. FIGURE 3 - Convert to Screw Mount 2.3 Standard Electrical Connections 1. Power Input Power should be sourced to the TA1 on Pins 1 (GND) and 2 (+24 VDC) FIGURE 4 - Power Input Connections 2. -
Page 8: Transducer Electrical Connections
2.3 Standard Electrical Connections continued..3. Transducers / Load Cells FIGURE 6 - Transducer Electrical Connections (See Appendix A for full Electrical Connections) Below is label on left side of unit:... -
Page 9: Optional Electrical Connections
2.4 Optional Electrical Connections 1. CAL A/B (Dual Calibration) Dual Calibration allows two calibration settings. To operate the TA1 amplifier in the Calibration A configuration the connection to PIN 6 must be left open. To operate the TA1 in the Calibration B configuration the 24V must be applied to PIN 6. -
Page 10: Operation
OPERATION 3.1 Hardware Identification FIGURE 9 - Location of Zero, Cal Buttons and Status LED 3.2 Calibration A calibration process must be performed before your amplifier is ready to indicate tension. Select an appropriate calibration weight. The weight determines the value of web tension that will produce full output of the TA1. -
Page 11: Web Path
3.2 Calibration continued..FIGURE 10 - Web Path To calibrate at 10%: Push and Hold the Cal Button (About 1 Second) until confirmation blinks, then release the button. The output will read 10% of full scale after calibration. To calibrate at 25%: Push and Hold Cal Button (About 10 Seconds) until you see two sets of confirmation blinks. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
• 4 Blinks = Excitation Failure or Wiring Error Action Required: Check for shorts in the transducer / load cell wiring. If the transducers need trouble shooting – contact tech support for assistance. • 5 Blinks = DAC/ADC Internal Failure Action Required: Contact DFE for replacement. -
Page 13: Transducer Connections
APPENDIX A: Transducer Connections FIGURE 11 - Electrical Connections for Models C & F Transducers... -
Page 14: Electrical Connections For Transducer Models Nw, Rfa, Tr, Lt And Vnw
APPENDIX A: Transducer Connections continued... Figure 12 - Electrical Connections for NW, RFA, TR, LT & VNW Transducers... -
Page 15: Terms And Conditions
(SPRs), product manufactured specially to customer specifications, and 3. GOVERNING LAW non-DFE product purchased on customer behalf shall not be returnable This contract shall be governed by and construed according to the laws for any reason. All material returned, for whatever reason, shall be sent of the state of New Hampshire, U.S.A. - Page 16 307 PICKERING ROAD ROCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03867-4630 U.S.A TEL: (603) 332-6150 FAX: (603) 332-3758 E-mail: info@dfe.com Internet: www.dfe.com CANADA MEXICO UNITED KINGDOM TAIWAN KOREA CHINA INDIA AUSTRALIA SOUTH AFRICA 0624 DOC 801-2568 R2 ©2021 DOVER FLEXO ELECTRONICS, INC. PRINTED IN USA...
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