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Inductive Sensors: These sensors are compact, offer a long sensing range, and are easy to install. They include IO-Link interfaces for remote parameter setting and diagnostics, making them suitable for space-constrained applications and precise position detection.
Encoders and Position Sensors: The document discusses draw-wire mechanisms for encoders and sensors, ensuring accurate position feedback and easy integration into existing systems.
Photoelectric Sensors: Used for object monitoring in intralogistics and quality assurance, these sensors feature measuring light grids and PMD profilers for precise measurements.
3D Sensors and Cameras: These devices enhance industrial imaging processes and provide collision protection in automated systems, offering solutions for pallet detection and flexible illumination options.
Safety Technology: Fail-safe inductive sensors are designed for mobile machines, ensuring reliable operation in various environments.
Process Sensors: Includes pressure, flow, and level sensors with features like front flush designs and maintenance-free operation, crucial for process reliability and safety.
IO-Link Technology: Emphasizes the integration of IO-Link for connecting sensors to PLCs and IT systems, enhancing data transmission and process monitoring capabilities.
Industrial Communication: Covers robust Ethernet switches and AS-i interface modules for efficient data distribution and communication in industrial settings.
Connection Technology: Focuses on robust cables and connectors for mobile and industrial applications, ensuring reliable connectivity.
Software Solutions: Introduces 'moneo', a software platform for industrial evolution, offering comprehensive solutions for installation and monitoring.
Level Monitoring: The KQ10 sensor offers continuous level monitoring with a detection range of 250 mm, featuring 20 LEDs for real-time display and IO-Link communication for enhanced data transmission.
Object Detection: Measuring light grids provide precise detection of object dimensions with a beam distance of 10 mm, transmitting detailed analysis via IO-Link.
Quality Assurance: The PMD profiler uses light section technology for inline quality checks, offering high color tolerance and extraneous light immunity.
Distance Measurement: The OGD Reflectivity sensor provides distance and reflectivity measurements, suitable for high process reliability applications.
Valve Feedback Systems: Position feedback for ball valves is facilitated by adjustable switching cams and position indicators, adaptable to various valve types.
Technical Specifications: Detailed technical data for each device, including operating voltage, protection ratings, and connection types, are provided.
Ball Valves: Discusses different types of ball valves, specifically L-port and T-port valves.
Sensors for Motion Control: Draw-wire mechanisms are highlighted for precise position detection over long distances, suitable for industrial use.
Encoders: Various encoder versions are available, compatible with draw-wire mechanisms and suitable for a wide range of applications.
Speed Monitoring: A mini display with speed monitoring function can transform any sensor into a speed monitor, featuring adjustable limit values and IO-Link for parameter setting.
Industrial Imaging: 3D cameras are used for pallet detection and collision protection in automated guided vehicle systems.
Illumination: Flexible LED strips provide illumination and signalling, with robust design and IP 68 protection.
Specifications: The document outlines specifications for various sensors and fittings, including operating voltage ranges, precision, repeatability, housing materials, and protection ratings.
Procedures and Installation: Installation details are provided for different components, with connection technology primarily involving M12 connectors.
Standards and Protection: Specifies protection ratings such as IP 65, IP 67, IP 68, and IP 69K, ensuring suitability for different environmental conditions.
Recommendations and Applications: Recommendations for use include maintenance-free capacitive level measurement sensors and air humidity sensors for climate control.
Accessories and Additional Components: A range of accessories is listed, including mounting adapters and IO-Link communication tools.
Data and Communication: Emphasizes the use of IO-Link for digital communication and Ethernet switches for robust data distribution.
Conclusion: The document provides comprehensive technical details for industrial sensors and fittings, focusing on ease of installation, reliability, and adaptability to different industrial environments.
Overview: Detailed technical specifications and features of various Ethernet modules, IO-Link masters, and related accessories are provided, suitable for harsh environments.
Specifications: Ethernet modules support simple voltage supply options and are designed for unmanaged Ethernet switches. IO-Link Masters serve as gateways between IO-Link sensors and field buses.
Features: Products are designed with high ingress resistance and durable materials, suitable for coolant and food industry applications.
Accessories: Various connection cables, sockets, and adapters are listed, ensuring flexible and reliable connectivity solutions.
Specifications: The document outlines the technical specifications for the 700S module, including operating voltage, current rating, and protection rating.
PROFIsafe IO-Link Module: Designed for industrial IoT applications, featuring a web-based dashboard for data visualization and analysis.
RFID UHF Evaluation Systems: Suitable for harsh environments, these systems are ideal for track and trace applications.
Vibration Monitoring Systems: Wireless vibration sensors provide comprehensive monitoring capabilities, ensuring easy integration and data visualization.
ioControl I/O Modules: Serve as decentralized I/O units with integrated controllers, suitable for mobile applications.
Specifications: Key specifications for various components used in mobile machines and industrial applications are outlined.
Procedures and Interfaces: Describes the use of CAN interfaces for communication, highlighting ease of integration with ifm dialogue modules.
Norms and Standards: Compliance with various standards for CAN communication and protection ratings is mentioned.
Recommendations and Best Practices: Emphasizes the importance of vibration protection and sealing for reliable operation.
Key Features of Products: The ecomatPanel and 3D collision warning system are highlighted for their robust design and ease of integration.
Accessories and Order Information: Detailed order numbers for various components and accessories are provided.
Overview: Detailed information on CAN cables and the moneo software suite is provided, highlighting their specifications and applications.
Specifications: CAN cables are designed for robust applications, with key specifications including operating voltage and protection ratings.
Procedures and Applications: The document outlines the use of these cables in factory automation and the machine tool industry.
moneo Software Suite: Introduced as a comprehensive tool for industrial digitization, offering features such as condition monitoring and parameter setting.
Key Features of moneo: Various modules provide specific functionalities to enhance industrial processes.
Recommendations: Suggests using moneo to optimize processes and enhance maintenance planning.
Conclusion: Concludes with a call to action for potential customers to explore the ifm sales platform for easy product browsing and ordering.
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Position sensors Inductive sensors Huge IO-Link performance in a tiny M8 housing Twice as good: inductive sensors with analogue output and IO-Link Capacitive sensors On the safe side: capacitive IIoT sensors for hazardous dust areas KQ10 for continuous range monitoring of point levels Photoelectric sensors Measuring light grids for easy object monitoring in intralogistics The PMD profiler: up to 10 target profiles for precise quality assurance OGD with plastic front lens: distance measurement with added safety Valve feedback systems Always know where you stand: position feedback for ball valves...

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Process sensors Pressure sensors Front flush miniature pressure sensor with G1/4 process connection With E1 approval: Pressure transmitters for mobile machines Flow sensors / flow meters More than hot air: flow sensor ensures safety Level sensors Better without a float: maintenance-free capacitive level measurement Analytical sensors Air humidity sensor: ensure the perfect climate for your processes Conductivity sensor for clamp and hygienic pipe fittings Industrial communication AS-i interface I/O modules For AS-i and IO-Link: passive power distributor for hygienic areas Industrial Ethernet...

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Systems for mobile machines I/O modules ioControl – rugged I/O module with integrated controller Units for operation and monitoring ecomatPanel: robust, multifunctional input module Cameras for mobile applications 3D collision warning system for mobile machines Connection technology Industrial applications / factory automation ecolink M12, Ethernet D-Code for industrial applications ecolink M12 / RJ45: Ethernet cables for industrial applications For use in mobile and robust applications M12 CAN cables ecolink for mobile machines moneo moneo moneo. The all-you-want software for industrial evolution...

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Position sensors Huge IO-Link performance in a tiny M8 housing Inductive sensors Long sensing range, minimal space required Easy installation and replacement thanks to standard M8 connector The ideal solution where space is at a premium: remote IO-Link parameter setting Process reliability guaranteed by switch point monitoring for detection of wear Diagnostic functions, such as internal unit temperature monitoring, help prevent failures Excellent performance in a small housing With 3 mm (flush) and 6 mm (non-flush), the sensing range is much than the standard of conventional M8 sensors. Thanks...

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Correction factor Steel 1 · stainless steel 0.7 · brass 0.4 aluminium 0.4 · copper 0.3 Steel 1 · stainless steel 0.7 · brass 0.5 aluminium 0.5 · copper 0.4 Further technical data Housing length Installation Electrical design Mounting bracket for M8 housing, stainless steel Output function Operating voltage Current rating Mounting clamp for M8 housing, aluminium, black anodized Reverse polarity protection Short-circuit protection Protection rating Mounting clamp for type M8, PC Protection class Switching frequency DC Ambient temperature Function Process value Device status Binary switching information...

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Position sensors Twice as good: inductive sensors with analogue output and IO-Link. Inductive sensors High-precision distance measurement for early diagnosis of mechanical changes. Distance measurement and switch using only one unit. Flexible use due to adaptable output range. Measured value transmission without any loss via IO-Link. More functionality with full compatibility using standard input devices. Prepared for plant retrofit The new inductive analogue sensors are fully compatible for use in existing plants. A wide range of functions and information are provided additionally via IO-Link....

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Total length Measuring range Output signal Protection rating M12 connector · analogue output programmable/ IO-Link M12 Accessories Type Focus area with highest resolution Description Installation Angle bracket for M12 design, stainless steel Angle bracket for M18 design, stainless steel Angle bracket for M30 design, stainless steel A = detection zone, B = focus zone IO-Link 1-port IO-Link master (connects IO-Link sensors to the PC via USB) We reserve the right to make technical alterations without prior notice. · 04.2021 Memory plug, parameter memory for IO-Link sensors IO-Link master EtherNet/IP,...

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Position sensors On the safe side: capacitive IIoT sensors for hazardous dust areas Capacitive ATEX sensors Level and position detection in hazardous areas No switching amplifier required, reducing costs and complexity Robust and impact resistant housing Easy connection via M12 connector (straight or angled) Easy remote parameter setting and process monitoring Maximum protection ensures safe operation The robust and impact resistant housing of the capacitive ATEX sensors ensures safe operation in hazardous dust areas (ATEX zone 22). No expensive switching amplifiers are required. Level and position...

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The all-rounder for position and process monitoring The capacitive IO-Link ATEX sensors have been designed especially for zone 22 hazardous dust areas. The well-known M30 sensors with a high sensing range are found in many applications in position and process monitoring. Examples include the non-contact detection of grain in mills or silos and position detection of bakery products, wood, plastic parts or even pasta. This makes the sensors real all-rounders. Type M30 with terminals; straight Type M30 with terminals; angled Type M30 with M12 connector; straight Type M30 with M12 connector; angled...

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Position sensors KQ10 for continuous range monitoring of point levels Capacitive sensors Continuous level monitoring from outside the process No stress caused by the medium thanks to non-contact detection Three point level positions in one sensor Deposits can be detected and signalled to improve quality of the process Several KQ10 units can be linked via IO-Link Continuous monitoring of empty and overflow condition The KQ10 for range monitoring can “see” through all non-metallic walls, to detect granulates or liquids without contact. Therefore, no maintenance is required. Process values of 0...100...

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