Position Sensors / Detectors / Transducers
Part-Seated Monitor operates on less than 17 psi.
Press Release Summary:
Series PS monitors nozzle-to-part distance in applications such as gap detection, workpiece positioning, and part present. It detects gap distance as small as 0.02 mm, while integrated 4-digit LED display provides nozzle-to-part distance indication. Monitor delivers dual switching output, programmable NO or NC, PNP or NPN. It has one output for part present and second output for warning indications, including nozzle blockage or wirebreak.
Original Press Release:
Part-Seated Monitor Detects Gap Distance As Small As 0.02 mm, Operates On Less Than 17 psi Of Supply Pressure, And Features Integrated LED Display
EXTON, PA - November 15, 2003 - ifm efector's PS Series part-seated monitor continuously monitors nozzle-to-part distance in applications such as gap detection, workpiece positioning, part present and part distance measurement. Operating on less than 17 psi of supply pressure, the part-seated monitor uses backpressure measurement to generate a distance signal. The monitor operates on compressed air and provides two user-established outputs. An integrated 4-digit LED display continuously indicates nozzle-to-part distance.
The display features two line segments that represent nozzle and workpiece. The line segments move from left to right providing a continuous visual display of gap distance. Air lines extend to nozzles that are used to detect the part. By turning the fine-adjustment setup wheel, application parameters are established and the monitor is ready for operation. The monitor automatically compensates for changing supply pressure. To guard against unauthorized adjustments, tamper-proof locking options are incorporated.
The monitor provides a dual switching output, programmable normally open or normally closed, PNP or NPN. One output is used for part present; the second output can provide warning indications including nozzle blockage or wirebreak. For manifold mounting, multiple units can be banked together to share the same compressed air line.
List price for ifm efector's part-seated monitor is $595.00 (U.S.). Required fittings for air supply to the monitor and nozzles list for $5.00 (U.S.).
For additional information on the PS part-seated monitor and other ifm efector products, contact ifm efector inc., 782 Springdale Drive, Exton, PA 19341. Tel: 800-441-8246 -
Fax: 800-329-0436 e-mail: info@ifmefector.com Website: www.ifmefector.com.
ifm efector is one of the world's largest manufacturers of sensors and control products for industrial control applications. Products include proximity switches, photoelectric sensors, fiber optics, speed monitors, pressure sensors, flow sensors, temperature sensors, level sensors, valve position sensors and a complete line of AS-i networking and control products.
