Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Tension Control Questions and Answers

How do I know when I need tension control on a machine?

Where on my machine would I use Dover's tension controls?

What about tension controllers and data acquisition for tracking tension changes over time?

Technical Questions about Specific Products

The digital meter on my SteadyWeb tension controller is steady when tension is applied and the web is stopped, but when running the webthe meter fluctuates rapidly through a wide range.  What is happening?  Can I adjust to correct the problem?

In manual mode my SteadyWeb 12P can have tension set to 145 pounds.  When I switch to Auto mode and turn the tension knob fully clockwise I can only get up to 100 pounds.  What's wrong?

How do I tell if taper tension is needed on my rewind?

How do I set (and read) the DIP switches on my DFE tension controllers?