Electronic pressure switch tackles gas duties
An
IFM Electronic product story
Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team
Aug 5, 2004
Ingeniously simple to set, the new PK6 electronic pressure switch from IFM Electronic is ideal for signalling the pressure of gases in such areas as pneumatic systems, HVAC and refrigeration.
Ingeniously simple to set, the new PK6 electronic pressure switch from IFM Electronic is ideal for signalling the pressure of gases in such areas as pneumatic systems, HVAC and refrigeration.
Designed with industrial gases in mind, the PK6 series has high-grade stainless-steel wetted parts, making it compatible with freons, for example, yet it is still a cost-effective replacement for mechanical devices.
The PK6 features a highly repeatable switch point, even over 50 million cycles.
As well as being simple to set, even without system pressure, the PK6 can also be locked to avoid accidental adjustment and has LEDs to show the status of power and outputs, of which there are two, one normally open and one normally closed, rated at 500mA.
The user also has control over the hysteresis of the output.
Available versions cover pressure ranges from 0 to 10, 100 or 400bar for media between 25 and 80C.
The electrical connection is a standard M12 connector, and process connections are standard 0.25in fittings.
All other features, such as IP67 sealing, robust housing, high EMC level, full protection of the electronics from short circuits or overloads, are of the highest standards expected of IFM Electronic.
For many years IFM pressure sensors have provided trouble-free operation with their robust ceramic-capacitive measuring cell.
Now, with the uprated PK6, the company has added more flexibility, benefiting OEMs and users alike.
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