Tension leveler

Key Features and Functions of a Tension Leveler:

Tension Application: By exerting controlled tension on the strip, the leveler stretches the metal, which helps eliminate shape defects like camber, coil set, and crossbow.
Rolls: The metal strip passes through multiple small-diameter rolls (usually made of steel) that work to bend and straighten the metal repeatedly, reducing any curvature or warping.
Flattening and Stress Relief: The stretching process relieves residual stresses within the metal, which could otherwise cause problems like distortion or warping during future processes.
Adjustable Tension: The level of tension applied can be adjusted depending on the type, thickness, and condition of the metal being processed.
Improved Surface Quality: Besides correcting shape defects, the tension leveling process can also improve the surface quality of the metal strip by evening out minor imperfections.

A tension leveler is an industrial machine used in metal processing, particularly in the steel, aluminum, and other metal industries, to improve the flatness of metal sheets or strips. It works by applying tension to the metal as it passes through a series of small-diameter rolls, effectively stretching the material to remove internal stresses, waves, or buckles. This process enhances the quality and uniformity of the metal, making it more suitable for further manufacturing processes, such as stamping, cutting, or forming.