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IO link added to inductive sensor range

11 September 2017

An IO-Link has been added by ifm electronic to a range of inductive sensors. IO-Link turns sensor data into a digital data stream; analogue inputs are not required.

By using what is still effectively high-resolution and linear analogue information, the user can determine much more, such as the relative position of the sensor and its target. Maintenance planning can now include tightening up loose flags before they drop off and cause a standstill.

IO-Link can be used in the other direction to tell the device to act normally open or closed, or switch positive or negative, even to select and activate a time delay in the device. Individual sensors are electronically tagged and identified. 

The new range is available in standard sizes of M12, M18, M30 and 40x40 cube, flush or non-flush, with excellent specifications, including high IP ratings and a wide temperature range – all guaranteed for five years. An IO-Link master is all that is needed to handle the communication.

 
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