Inductive distance sensors come with IO-Link interface
In addition to scaling the distance characteristic (real distance vs. measured value output), the switching points and the counter function, various modes such as high-speed and high-accuarcy as well as time filters for fast or precise applications can be set individually via IO-Link. The offset caused by the installation can be easily compensated. In addition, IO-Link enables simple plug & play sensor replacement without the need for renewed manual parameter adjustment.
The sensors can thus solve a wide variety of tasks, such as measuring the position of gripper jaws, batch size counting, controlling and monitoring belt tensions or the flexible control of vibration conveyors by means of frequency and stroke measurement.
Not only the primary function in the application can be solved very well with the new sensors. The simple evaluation of secondary data, such as temperature, supply voltage, operating time or switching cycles, enables predictive maintenance and thus optimum machine availability.
The new AlphaProx distance measuring inductive sensors with IO-Link are available in cylindrical design in sizes from Ø6.5 mm to M30. They have a scalable, linear characteristic curve, which guarantees simple control integration thanks to a measured value proportional to the distance. The sensors detect objects and measure distances over large measuring ranges of up to 18 mm. The negligible series scattering and minimum temperature drift guarantee maximum process reliability.
Further information: www.baumer.com/induktiv-IO-Link