Features
Tension Controller Comparison Chart
Compare the features of all DFE tension controllers.
SteadyWeb 6™
EasyWeb™
115/230 VAC Input Power
Yes
Yes
24 VDC Input Power
Yes
Yes
Closed-Loop Control via Load Cell Feedback
Yes
No
Open-Loop Control
No
Yes
Auto & Manual Control Modes
Yes
Yes
User Interface (HMI)
Resistive LCD Touchscreen
OLED w/Softkeys & Dial
Display Resolution
480 x 272
2 x 16
Isolated 0-10 VDC Output
Yes
Yes
Isolated 4-20 mA Output
Yes
Yes
0-24 VDC Output
Yes (4 Amps, Integrated)
Yes (5 Amps, Ext. Module)
0-45 VDC Output
Yes (5 Amps, Ext. Module)
Yes (5 Amps, Ext. Module)
0-90 VDC Output
Yes (5 Amps, Ext. Module)
Yes (5 Amps, Ext. Module)
0-75 PSI Output
Yes (Ext. Pneumatic Module)
Yes (Ext. Pneumatic Module)
Remote Tension Amplifier Capability
Yes
N/A
Meter Damping (External)
Yes
N/A
Speed Follower Mode
Yes
N/A
Diameter Compensated Speed Follower Mode
Yes
N/A
E-Stop
Yes
Yes
Soft Start By Tension
Yes
N/A
Soft Start By Line Speed
Yes
Yes
Reverse Output
Yes
N/A
Taper Tension or Torque
Yes
Yes
Tension Limit Low
Yes
Diameter Min
Tension Limit High
Yes
Diameter Max
Remote Auto-Manual Mode
Yes
Yes
Remote Auto Set Point
Yes
N/A
Remote Tension-On / Tension-Off
Yes
Yes
Sample & Hold & Ratio
Yes
N/A
Direct Diameter Input (0-10 VDC)
Yes
Yes
Diameter Input (Network Device)
No
No
Ethernet Connectivity
Yes, via RS232 Gateway
No
Modbus & Serial Connectivity
Yes, RS232/RS485
No
Display Damping
Yes
Yes
Available Mounting Styles
Panel-Mount, Steel Enclosure
Panel-Mount, Steel Enclosure
Storage & Recall of Job Setups
32 Jobs
N/A
User-Friendly Setup & Calibration
Yes
Yes
Tension Limit Switch
Yes
N/A
Built-In Diagnostics
Yes
No
CE-Marked
No
No