Spyder Plus Web Tension Controller

Magpowr Spyder Plus

Spyder PlusThe Magpowr Spyder Plus Web Tension Control is a cost effective way to get precise tension control.  The Spyder is designed for many types of tension control applications including closed-loop, open-loop, unwind, rewind, point-to-point or dancer. Its small design allows you to put it in compact places where room is a factor. The Magpowr Spyder Plus is built with an Ethernet connection, so the operator can view it form a web browser.

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Spyders Plus Key Features

  •  Powerful tension control at an affordable price used to control clutches and brakes, or interface directly with a drive
  • Troubleshooting and parameter access via a web browser
  • Share data remotely with a PLC or remote PC via Ethernet with Modbus/TCP
  • Advanced features for Dancer applications including Dancer Mode and Remote Setpoint Adjustment
  • Adjustable taper tension
  • User-friendly keypad and display
  • Versatile control for unwind, rewind, point-to-point or dancer applications
  • Compatible with any 3rd party ultrasonic or laser sensor (0 to 10 Vdc signal required)
  • Tension control at an affordable price
  • Control clutches and brakes, or interface directly with a drive
  • Connected to web browser for trobleshooting
  • Easy to use keypad and display
  • UL and CE approved

Specifications

Supply Voltage: 24 VDC, ±10%, 250 mA, 6 VA

Enclosure: IP-20 (IEC529)

Temperature Range:
Operating: – 0˚ C to 50˚ C
Storage: -30˚ C to +80˚ C

Inputs (from load cell or dancer position):
Load cell: 2.1 mV/V using +5 VDC and -5 VDC across one 350 ohm sensor or two 350 ohm sensors in parallel
Tension Setpoint, Manual Setpoint: 0 VDC to +10 VDC, 0.25 mADC maximum, or 1k to 10k ohm potentiometer
E-Stop, Run/Stop, Tension Off, Auto/Manual: switch closure or 5 VDC or 24 VDC active high/low logic, 8 mADC maximum
Dancer Position: 1k to 10k ohm potentiometer or a 0 to 5 VDC signal

Outputs:
Torque (Main Output):
0 to +10 vdc, 1 mADC maximum
4 to 20 mADC, 500 ohm maximum
-10 to +10 vdc, 1 mADC maximum
Tension meter: 0 to 1 mADC or 0 to +10 VDC analog
Communications: Ethernet, Modbus TCP, FTP Client, HTTP Web Server Interface

Web Browser File Format: html

Ultrasonic or Laser Sensor for Diameter Input: 0 to 10 vdc signal