⚙️ Product Introduction
The ABB PFXA401S, part number 3BSE024388R2, is a high-performance tension control module used in ABB web tension measurement systems. It is associated with ABB PFEA113 tension electronics and is designed for processing signals from load cells used in industrial web-processing applications.
The module processes measurement signals from tension sensors, provides configurable analog outputs, digital I/O functions, and supports PROFIBUS DP communication for integration with industrial control systems. It is commonly used in paper, printing, converting, metal processing, and rolling applications where accurate tension control is required.
🔧 Key Features
• ABB tension control system component
• PFXA401S controller module
• Compatible with ABB PFEA113 tension electronics
• Supports multiple load-cell measurement inputs
• High-performance signal processing
• Configurable analog outputs
• Digital alarm and status outputs
• PROFIBUS DP communication support
• Gain scheduling and zero adjustment functions
• Industrial web tension monitoring application
📋 Product Datasheet
• Brand: ABB
• Model: PFXA401S
• Part Number: 3BSE024388R2
• Product Type: Tension Controller / Measurement Processing Unit
• System Application: ABB PFEA113 Tension Electronics
• Main Function: Web Tension Measurement and Control
• Sensor Compatibility: PFCL / PFTL Series Load Cells
• Analog Outputs: Up to 6 configurable analog outputs
• Digital Outputs: 4 configurable digital outputs
• Communication: PROFIBUS DP
• Input Channels: Up to 4 weighing sensor inputs
• Supply Voltage: 24 VDC / system dependent
• Power Consumption: Approx. 12 W*
• Dimensions: Approx. 160 × 120 × 80 mm*
• Weight: Approx. 0.8 kg*
• Mounting: Industrial control cabinet mounting
• Operating Temperature: Approx. 0 to +55 °C*
• Country of Origin: Switzerland / production version dependent
• Application: Industrial Tension Control
🏭 Typical Applications
The PFXA401S is designed for industrial machines requiring precise web tension measurement and regulation.
Typical applications include:
• Paper and pulp production lines
• Printing machines
• Film and plastic processing equipment
• Metal strip processing
• Rolling mills
• Textile machinery
• Converting equipment
⚡ Functional Description
The PFXA401S receives force signals from ABB tension load cells and processes these signals for monitoring and control purposes. The processed tension values can be transmitted to higher-level automation systems through analog outputs or PROFIBUS DP communication.
The module supports functions such as gain switching, zero calibration, alarm monitoring, and tension-value transmission, helping maintain stable material handling during production processes.
🔌 Communication Configuration
The PFXA401S supports PROFIBUS DP communication for integration with PLC and automation systems.
Basic configuration steps:
• Connect PROFIBUS DP communication cable
• Set station address according to system configuration
• Configure communication parameters in PLC hardware software
• Assign tension measurement data addresses
• Verify communication status and diagnostic information
🛠️ Installation Notes
Before installation, verify the complete part number PFXA401S / 3BSE024388R2, connected load-cell type, system voltage, communication settings, and existing machine configuration.
Disconnect power before removing or installing the module. Check sensor wiring, terminal connections, grounding, and communication cable installation.
After startup:
• Check module status indicators
• Verify sensor signal values
• Perform zero calibration
• Confirm tension measurement accuracy
• Test PLC communication
• Check alarm and output functions
📦 Ordering Information
The verified identification is ABB PFXA401S 3BSE024388R2, described in available product references as a tension-control / excitation unit controller for ABB tension systems.
Please confirm the complete part number before ordering. ABB PFXA series modules include different versions such as PFXA401F and PFXA401SF, which may have different functions and hardware configurations.
*Dimensions, weight, power consumption, and environmental values are reference values and should be verified against the exact hardware revision before engineering use.
