TI18C TrueTension™ Load Cell Amplifier / Signal Conditioner
A versatile, single-channel tension transducer interface for monitoring tension in any zone on web or filament processing machinery.
Product Status: Discontinued
End Date: December 31, 2023
Recommended Replacements:
TA1 TrueTension™ Amplifier
TA500-EIP Tension Amplifier
TA500-ECAT Tension Amplifier
The TI18C TrueTension™ amplifiers are devices that power a tension transducer (or a pair of shaft-end mounted transducers) installed in a web or filament path. The transducer return signal is scaled to provide a proportional, isolated 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA output to a PLC, drive or display meter.
The base unit for the TI18C is a 3.2″ x 5.5″ (8.2cm x 14cm) circuit card with no enclosure. This is available in a horizontal mounting (H) configuration including mounting hardware. The vertical (V) configuration includes the card in a semi-enclosed mounting bracket available with or without a DIN-rail clip. An optional cover is available in the V configuration to provide a complete enclosure.
The TI18C operates on 24 VDC, is CE-marked in all configurations and has been thoroughly tested to meet European low voltage and EMC (CE mark) directives.
TI18C is UL-listed in the USA and Canada. Canadian UL-listing requires full enclosure versions (i.e. with covers).
BENEFITS
• Improves machine operation and productivity by making it easier to run proper tension
• Low-cost component as part of a complete tension measurement or control system
• Modular package for versatile, flexible mounting and setup
• Backward compatible – dimensional footprint and pin-out connections match those of previous TI18B tension amplifier designs
FEATURES
• 24 VDC input power
• Quik-Cal™ push-button zero and calibration
• Auto Zero on power up
• 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA isolated outputs
• 0-1 mA output for a tension meter
• CE-marked
• Meter damping adjustment minimizes meter fluctuation when used with optional tension meter
• Dual Calibration provides the ability to toggle two transducer calibration ranges
Note: The TI18C replaces all previous generations of the model TI18 amplifier/indicator including the TI18 and TI18B.
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ELECTRICAL
Power Input:
Voltage: 24 VDC +/- 10%
Current, Typical: 0.058 Amp DC
Current, Maximum: 0.50 Amp DC
Excitation: 5 VDC Max (Std), 10 VDC Max
(XRE Option)
Transducer Input Signal: 500 mVdc at rated load
(1.00 Vdc for XRE)
Tension Output: 0 to 10 Vdc @ 5 mA, OR 4 to 20 mA
(optional), jumper selectable, isolated 0 to 1mA
damped, for optional tension meter, isolated
Output Response Time: ∼4 milliseconds (4.13ms)
Ambient Temperature Range: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to
40°C)
Zero Range: Minimum 95% of transducer rating
Calibration Range: Minimum 50:1
MECHANICAL
Mounting Dimensions
Horizontal: 3.21 x 5.52 x 2.205 (81.5 x 140.2 x 56)
Vertical: 3.50 x 2.04 x 6.20 (89 x 52 x 157)
Weight: 0.5 lbs to 2.0 lbs (0.23 kg to 0.91 kg)
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
TI18C DXF Drawing (ZIP)