Inductive Distance Sensors with IO-Link
Pepperl+Fuchs presents inductive distance sensors with IO-Link and integrated condition monitoring functions. For the first time, they not only measure the object position but also velocity and acceleration of damping elements. They monitor critical processes such as braking, acceleration, and opening or closing processes, making them ideal for predictive maintenance. Learn more about this new innovation in the field of inductive sensors.
Highlights
Integrated condition monitoring functions: e.g. continuous monitoring of the speed and acceleration of actuator elements.
Enables predictive maintenance of shock absorbers, hydraulic cylinders, or valves, etc.
Comprehensive additional data and customizable limit value for temperature, operating times, and counters via IO-Link
High measuring speed of up to 3 m/s for the fastest throughput times and increased productivity
In-house development and production with the longest experience on the market, ensuring first-class consulting expertise and continuous innovation
Benefits
Predictive Maintenance
The inductive distance sensors with IO-Link continuously provide valuable additional information about moving components. This allows the control system to keep critical process and status data such as temperature, operating times, and counters in precise view. Due to detailed condition monitoring, predictive maintenance can be easily implemented.
Higher Efficiency
With a switching frequency of up to 1400 Hz, the new inductive distance sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs also measure reliably in high-speed applications with an object speed of up to 3 m/s. Users benefit from faster throughput times and increased productivity and efficiency.
Simple Installation
From various cubic and cylindrical housing styles and sizes to several measuring ranges and different connection and output types—the extensive selection options enable quick and easy installation. In addition, customizable filter modes offer the possibility to adapt the measuring speed and accuracy to the requirements of the respective application.
Highest Quality Standard
As the inventor and market leader in the field of proximity sensors, Pepperl+Fuchs has decades of extensive experience. Customers can rely on in-depth technical expertise, the highest quality standards, and helpful advice.
Continuous Condition Monitoring in High-Speed Applications
The inductive distance sensors are the first devices of their kind that can also detect speed and acceleration. They measure reliably even at very high object speeds of up to 3 m/s. Two measuring windows can be parameterized in order to obtain an acceleration value for differentiated process monitoring.
The acceleration of an actuating element can be used to draw conclusions about the condition of wearing parts or the degree of soiling. This allows the condition of valves, shock absorbers, and other components to be precisely recorded. Parameterized threshold values can trigger timely warnings to avoid damage, prevent unplanned downtime, and trigger timely maintenance operations.
Speed Measurement
The sensor carries out two freely configurable speed measurements in one measuring process. Individual limit values can be defined.
Acceleration Determination
The acceleration of the object is calculated from the two determined speeds. Individual limit values can be defined.
a: Acceleration, v: Velocity, dt: Delta t
Application Examples
Wear Monitoring in Pick-and-Place
In pick-and-place applications, such as the manufacturing of syringes in the pharmaceutical sector, shock absorbers serve to decelerate the motion of certain actuators. Due to the high cycle frequency, these components are subject to inevitable wear over time. The inductive distance sensor from Pepperl+Fuchs captures two speed measurements each time the damper is in motion, subsequently calculating the braking effect as negative acceleration. Based on this measurement data, the degree of wear can be easily identified. This helps to initiate targeted maintenance and avoid unplanned plant downtime.
Reset Message and Progress Analysis for Valves
When opening and closing flaps or valves, defined end positions are reached. Two inductive distance sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs not only capture the valve position, but also the speed of the actuator process. This provides information about contamination and wear on the valve. Predictive maintenance can be triggered on the basis of condition-dependent measurement data. This allows for savings in both personnel deployment and costs compared to purely time-dependent cyclical maintenance.
Inductive Multitasking
The inductive distance sensors with IO-Link determine the speed and acceleration of actuating elements for the first time in addition to precise distance measurement. In this video, learn more about Pepperl+Fuchs' new proximity sensors.
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