Product category:
Proximity Sensors
News Release from: IFM Electronic | Subject: ATEX-compliant proximity sensors
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 08 January 2003
Proximity sensors fit for ATEX
applications
Proximity sensors suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres are now readily available at competitive prices.
Proximity sensors suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres are now readily available at competitive prices, following the introduction of a new range of ATEX-compliant products by sensing and control specialist, IFM Electronic The range includes standard M18 sensors, types specifically designed for valve position monitoring, and sensors approved for use in the presence of flammable, nonconductive dust
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 26 Jun 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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All the new units fully meet the requirements of the European ATEX Directive for equipment to be used in potentially explosive atmospheres.
These requirements become mandatory from 1st June 2003.
M18 cylindrical-bodied, and type IND valve position sensors, in IFM's new ATEX range are approved for equipment category 2G, Zone 1.
The units offer identical performance with the Namur sensors from the IFM range which they supersede, and are being offered at exactly the same highly competitive prices.
For Category 3D, Zone 22 applications, where inflammable dust may be present, IFM is offering both inductive and capacitive proximity sensors.
These units can be supplied with M12 connectors, and in versions designed for direct cable connection, which feature specially designed cable glands.
All ATEX-compliant products from IFM Electronic are clearly marked to show the categories of use for which they are approved, and all are backed by the company's technical support service which can provide expert advice on selecting the most appropriate and cost-effective sensors for specific applications. Request a free brochure from IFM Electronic ...
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