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esf-1 ultrasonic label and splice sensors

esf-1 ultrasonic label and splice sensors
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esf-1 ultrasonic label and splice sensors

Product catalog summary
Overview
The esf-1 ultrasonic label and splice sensors are designed to detect labels reliably even at high speeds. They feature a compact fork design and support the latest industry standards with an IO-Link interface.

Key Features
  • Three Teach-in methods for label detection.
  • Response time of less than 300 µs for high-speed applications.
  • Smart Sensor Profile for enhanced transparency between IO-Link devices.
  • UL Listed for Canadian and US safety standards.
  • Two switching outputs for label/splice detection and web break monitoring.

Functional Principle
The sensor operates by guiding labels through a fork where an ultrasonic transmitter sends pulses through the backing material. The receiver detects the attenuated sound waves, allowing the sensor to distinguish between the backing material and the label.

Teach-in Methods
  1. Dynamic Learning: Both backing material and labels are learned dynamically at a constant speed.
  2. Separate Teach-in: Backing material and labels are taught separately to handle slight signal differences.
  3. Web Material Learning: Only the sheeting is learned to detect splices hidden in rolls.

Technical Specifications
  • Operating voltage: 20 - 30 V DC with reverse polarity protection.
  • Response delay: 300 µs to 2.25 ms depending on material.
  • Operating temperature: +5°C to +60°C.
  • Protection class: IP 65.
  • Weight: 80 g.

Accessories
Available accessories include various connectors and the LCA-2 for enhanced control and parameterization.
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extract from our online catalogue: esf-1 ultrasonic label and splice sensors current to: 2026-10-09 microsonic GmbH / Phoenixseestraße 7 / 44263 Dortmund / Germany / T +49 231 975151-0 / F +49 231 975151-51 / E [email protected] microsonic® ist eine eingetragene Marke der microsonic GmbH. Alle Rechte vorbehalten. Änderungen vorbehalten.

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esf-1 ultrasonic label and splice sensors The esf-1 fork sensor can detect labels reliably even at high label speeds. Highlights Basics > 3 Teach-in methods > for the detection of labels even outside the standard > Response time < 300 ps: > for use at high web speeds > Housing in fork format with very compact dimensions > QuickTeach > simplified Teach-in process > lO-Link interface> for support of the new industry standard > Smart Sensor Profile > more transparency between lO-Link Devices > Smart Sonic Function > recipe management via lO-Link > UL Listed to Canadian and US safety standards >...

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The functional principle Labels are guided through the fork. An ultrasonic transmitter in the lower leg of the fork beams a fast sequence of pulses through the backing material. The sound pulses cause the backing material to vibrate such that a greatly attenuated sound save is beamed from the opposite side. The receiver in the upper leg of the fork receives this sound wave. The backing material transmits a different signal level from the label. This signal difference is evaluated by the esf-1. The signal difference between the backing material and the label can be very slight. To ensure a reliable...

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A) Learn both backing material and label dynamically During the Teach-in process, the backing material and its labels are guided through the fork at a constant speed. The esf-1 sensor automatically learns the signal level for the labels and for the gaps between the labels. This is the standard Teach-in for labels. B) Separate Teach-in for backing material and labels The signal level difference for the backing material and labels might be very slight. In order to still scan labels with very little difference in signals, Teach-in for the signal levels is done separately: Teach-in is first done...

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Web material is generally processed from a roll. The splice to be detected is hidden somewhere in the roll. There is a separate Teach-in method available for this purpose, in which only the sheeting is learned. The esf-1 detects the level difference at the splice and sets its output. Splice sensor Splice glued on joint can optionally be carried out with the button on the top of the housing or with pin 5 on the unit's connector. the esf-1 learns the material for the duration that the button is pushed or pin 5 is controlled. the esf-1 can optionally be parameterised. Measured values can also be...

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Labels are guided through the fork. The esf-1 reacts to the signal difference between the backing material and the label. IO-Link esf-1 ultrasonic label and splice sensors have a Push-Pull switching output and support IOLink in version 1.1. Smart Sonic Function The sensor has an additional recipe management function integrated via IO-Link. To use this function, the different labels with carrier material are first taught in and the material parameters are stored in the controller. If the label is changed, the operator selects the label type on the controller. The controller then writes the label-specific...

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esf+1 new label sensor Experience speed and precision The new esf+1 ultrasonic label sensors combine a slim, flat housing with maximum positioning accuracy and ultra-fast measurement times. esf-1 ultrasonic label and splice sensors

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esf-1/15/CDF/A scale drawing scale drawing 1 x Push-Pull + 1 x pnp design fork-like design fork-like operating mode lO-Link label/splice detection working range sheeting with weights of < 20 g/m2 up to >> 400 g/m2, metal-laminated sheets and films up to 0.2 mm thick, self-adhesive films, labels on backing material Smart Sensor Profile UL Listed means of measurement pulse operation with ampli tude evaluation operating voltage UB 20 - 30 V d.c., reverse pola rity protection type of connection 5-pin M12 initiator plug label/splice detection working range sheeting with weights of < 20 g/m2 up to...

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output 1 switching output label/splice detected Push-Pull, Ub-3 V, -Ub+3 V,Imax = 100 mA NOC/NCC adjustable, short-circuit-proof Ausgang 2 switching output label/splice detected web break pnp: Imax = 200 mA (Ub-2V) NOC/NCC adjustable, short-circuit-proof synchronisation input teach-in input material aluminium anodized ultrasonic transducer polyurethane foam, epoxy resin with glass contents further versions larger fork width/depth controls 1 push-button<br/>com input scope for settings Teach-in and QuickTeach via LCA-2 with LinkControl IO-Link indicators 1 x LED green: working, 1 x LED yellow:...

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scale drawing 1 x Push-Pull + 1 x pnp design fork-like design fork-like operating mode lO-Link label/splice detection working range sheeting with weights of < 20 g/m2 up to >> 400 g/m2, metal-laminated sheets and films up to 0.2 mm thick, self-adhesive films, labels on backing material particularities groBere Gabelweite/-Tiefe Smart Sensor Profile UL Listed means of measurement pulse operation with ampli tude evaluation operating voltage UB 20 - 30 V d.c., reverse pola rity protection type of connection 5-pin M12 initiator plug label/splice detection working range sheeting with weights of < 20...

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output 1 switching output label/splice detected Push-Pull, Ub-3 V, -Ub+3 V,Imax = 100 mA NOC/NCC adjustable, short-circuit-proof Ausgang 2 switching output label/splice detected web break pnp: Imax = 200 mA (Ub-2V) NOC/NCC adjustable, short-circuit-proof synchronisation input teach-in input material aluminium anodized ultrasonic transducer polyurethane foam, epoxy resin with glass contents further versions larger fork width/depth controls 1 push-button<br/>com input scope for settings Teach-in and QuickTeach via LCA-2 with LinkControl IO-Link indicators 1 x LED green: working, 1 x LED yellow:...

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