Pressure sensor with IO-link
May 2013, Pressure Measurement & Control

IO-Link is a simple, point-to-point communication protocol between an IO-Link enabled device, typically a sensor or actuator, and an IO-Link master. This technology has now been implemented in ifm electronic’s ...

A handy, ingenious temperature plug
May 2013, Temperature Measurement

The TP temperature plug from ifm electronic offers a low cost alternative to conventional head transmitters. It is a Pt100/Pt1000 measured signal converter providing 4-20 mA analog values. In contrast ...

Infrared temperature sensor with integrated display
April 2013, Temperature Measurement

The new TW7 infrared temperature sensor from ifm electronic can easily measure temperatures up to 1350°C. It is also the first unit to be equipped with an integrated display and operating unit. Easy pushbutton ...

Compact, accurate flowmeter
April 2013, Flow Measurement & Control

The compact efector mid flowmeter from ifm electronic monitors volumetric flow quantities, total quantities and temperatures. The sensor’s measuring and evaluation units are combined in a compact housing. ...

Hydrostatic level measurement in hazardous areas
March 2013, Pressure Measurement & Control

ifm electronic’s hydrostatic submersible pressure transmitters have ATEX, IECEx and GL approval and are especially suitable for hazardous areas. Further advantages include easy integration into an application, ...

Vibration monitoring and diagnostics
February 2013, Sensors & Transducers

The Octavis VSE vibration monitor from ifm electronic not only detects vibration data but also carries out signal analysis and machine diagnosis directly on the machine. It offers a range of functions ...

Safety controller for mobile machines
January 2013, PLCs, DCSs, & Controllers

Almost all mobile vehicles have functions which may endanger persons and material. In more and more application areas, clearly defined product standards have been in place for some time. Examples are ...

Quick-mount temperature transmitter module
January 2013, Temperature Measurement

The TP3237 temperature transmitter module from ifm electronic turns any Pt100 or Pt1000 RTD probe (2, 3 or 4-wire) into a programmable transmitter. Once connected, the transmitter verifies the type of ...

Compact cylinder sensor
January 2013, Sensors & Transducers

The MK range of pneumatic cylinder sensors from ifm electronic has the trademark robust style but now features an integrated connector. The sensors are characterised by their ease of installation and ...

A good connection
October 2012, Fieldbus & Industrial Networking

The IO-Link AS-i module from ifm electronic combines the advantages of the AS-i wiring system with the standardised IO-Link communication. By using the simple AS-i connection technology, the user can ...

Third generation gateways
September 2012, Fieldbus & Industrial Networking

The new gateways from ifm electronic provide fast connection from AS-i to Profibus. With a colour display and web interface, the status of all AS-i slaves is recognisable at a single glance. The quick ...

Improved level sensor with I/O link
September 2012, Sensors & Transducers

The efector gwr level sensor from ifm electronic operates on the principle of guided wave radar and measures level using electromagnetic pulses in the nanosecond range. The sensor is suited to continuous ...