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Laser Sensor can withstand hostile environments.
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Protected to IP67, immune to interference from other light sources, resistant to high shock levels, and protected against effects of electro-magnetic radiation, Model M12 sensor is suited for processes such as welding where fumes, soot, and sparks create extremely hostile environment. With body length of 50 mm and operating range of 50 m, stainless steel sensor features operating supply voltage from 10-30 Vdc, 5 kHz switched output frequency, and current rating of 200 mA.
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New Contrinex M12 Laser Sensor Developed for Use in Hostile Environments
A new M12 laser sensor with a body length of only 50mm and an operating range of 50m has been developed by Contrinex for use in hostile environments that prohibit the use of photoelectric and fiber optic sensors and where even inductive devices are susceptible to failure.
Protected to IP67, immune to interference from other light sources, resistant to high shock levels and protected against the effects of electro-magnetic radiation, these M12, stainless steel, high performance sensors are ideal for processes such as welding where fumes, soot and sparks create an extremely hostile environment and yet it is necessary to verify certain key components are present and correctly assembled. With a sensing beam of less than 1mm diameter they can be used to detect very small objects with great accuracy at a distance where the process emissions do not affect the device.
Using a pulsed laser (660nM) it is a simple process to line-up and set the fine through-beam to detect the target. Detection is confirmed by a yellow LED, while a green LED confirms there is sufficient light for reliable operation. This diagnostic system also continuously monitors for dirt build-up or any misalignment that may occur during operation.
These sensors have an operating supply voltage from 10 to 30 VDC, a 5kHz switched output frequency and a current rating of 200mA. In addition, the sensing range is stable from -25°C to +55°C and they are short-circuit and inverse polarity proof and overload protected.
CONTRINEX has manufactured inductive and photoelectric proximity switches since 1972. It specializes exclusively in the development, manufacture and sales of positioning sensors for industrial use. All departments and management levels in the company's management system are ISO 9001:2000 certified.
Complete documentation is available from:
Contrinex, Inc.
2 Business Park Rd.
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Tel. (860) 388-3573
Toll Free (866) 289-2899
Fax (860) 388-3574
E-mail: info_us@contrinex.com
Internet: www.contrinex.com
