Product category:
Proximity Sensors
News Release from: IFM Electronic | Subject: Efector M sensors
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 06 September 2001
New flush-mountable inductive proximity
sensors
Six new flush-mountable inductive proximity sensors with M12 and M18 bodies, specifically designed to withstand the rigours of food-industry applications, have been added by IFM
Six new flush-mountable inductive proximity sensors with M12 and M18 bodies, which are specifically designed to withstand the rigours of food-industry applications, are among the latest additions to IFM Electronic's highly successful no-compromise Efector M range Also new and ideal for food-industry use are Efector M sensors with M30 bodies, which are available in both flush-mounting and non-flush-mounting versions
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 26 Jun 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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The new sensors offer all of the established benefits of the Efector M range, including ultra-stable operation, exceptional reliability and extended sensing ranges compared with traditional sensors of the same body size.
M12 flush-mountable models, for example, have a nominal sensing range of 3.5mm, while the corresponding figures for M18 and M30 models are 5mm and 12mm respectively.
M30 non-flush models have a nominal sensing range of 22mm.
To ensure electrical compatibility with virtually every installation, the new sensors are offered as universal models, which can be connected as three-wire PNP or two-wire PNP/NPN devices, and as economical three-wire PNP-only models.
Outputs are fully protected against reverse polarity and overload.
For ease of adjustment, IFM Electronic's new Efector M sensors are equipped with a set-up LED which confirms that the target is within the reliable sensing range, and a status LED which provides instant visual confirmation of the output state.
Connections to the sensors are made with industry-standard M12 connectors, and the contact pins within the sensors themselves are gold-plated to ensure maximum reliability.
IFM Electronic specialises in the application of advanced electronic technology to produce innovative and effective solutions for industrial control applications.
Products include flow sensors; pressure transmitters and switches; temperature switches and transmitters; capacitive, inductive and photoelectric proximity sensors; and a full range of AS-i I/O modules and masters.
IFM is committed to working closely with its customers to develop products which precisely match their needs, and the company provides expert, readily accessible technical support to help users maximise the benefits they gain from IFM products. Request a free brochure from IFM Electronic ...
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