The new KT series of capacitive touch sensors from ifm electronic are designed for wall installation and can be used as stop/start buttons on mobile machines. The sensors can also be used as door openers. ...
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A consequence of globalisation is that the distance to the customer keeps increasing. Costs for the provision of services are rising and it is more important than ever to minimise downtime in the case ...
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The new hydrostatic submersible pressure transmitters from ifm electronic have ATEX, IECEx and GL approvals and are thus especially suitable for hazardous areas. Further advantages for the user include ...
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In all automated and mining processes inductive sensors are absolutely necessary to provide the PLC with information. The sensors supply the necessary signals on positions, limit or serve as pulse pick-ups ...
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In the mining industry there are many conveyors that transport the raw material from underground facilities to the processing plant. The mineral bearing rock has to be moved over a long distance via robust ...
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Capacitive level sensors are used for the non-contact detection of any objects. In contrast to inductive sensors, which only detect metallic objects, capacitive sensors can also detect nonmetallic materials. The ...
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The TK temperature switch from ifm electronic is available in five versions, with a temperature setting range between -25 and +140°C. Each version has either two separate switch points with fixed hysteresis ...
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The TK series and accessories make a suitable alternative to mechanical temperature switches
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The R360 safety controller supplied by ifm electronic can be used in applications up to category 3/PL d to EN ISO 13849-1 and SIL 2 to EN 62061
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Three more temperature transducers have been launched by ifm electronic to augment its already extensive selection. The new compact versions of the TA series provide either a 4 to 20 mA output signal, ...
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The ecomatmobile Basic Line from ifm electronic is a new control platform for mobile vehicles. The Basic Line is a three-piece modular system that is easy to wire, simple to install and reduces the amount ...
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Industrial M8 round connectors are a standard in today’s automation technology. However, applications in wet areas have been largely avoided due to the poor sealing. A further problem with conventional ...
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