Tuesday, January 21, 2020

Banner Engineering RSD1 Remote Sensor Display for Q4X Sensors


The RSD1 Remote Sensor Display can now be used with select Q4X Series sensors. The RSD1 supports remote setup and real-time monitoring of a connected Q4X by providing an external display with multi-function push buttons.

FEATURES
  • Program the connected Q4X using the four tactile push buttons
  • View setup and inspection results with the two-line, eight-character display
  • Store up to six configurations for quick swapout and product changeover
  • Use the RSD1 in-line to monitor a Q4X in a hard-to-reach location
  • Disconnect the RSD1 and reuse to speed deployment of additional sensors
  • Compatible with 600 mm and 610 mm Q4X Series sensors with a date code of 19273 or greater


Banner Engineering BRT-2B Reflector


Banner Engineering's new BRT-2B reflector offers a significant increase in range when compared to the obsolete BRT-2A reflector it replaces. Both reflectors are similar in size and have a 6.35 mm center hole. The BRT-2B is slightly thicker at 7.9375 mm compared to 6.35 mm for the BRT-2A.


Banner Engineering BRT-2B Reflector

Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets

Thursday, January 16, 2020

Banner Engineering K50 Pro Indicators w/ IO-Link and PICK-IQ


The K50 Pro Series of devices from Banner Engineering has expanded to include additional communication capabilities with IO-Link and PICK-IQ ® and optical and mechanical actuation. Each of these 50mm multicolor RGB devices are now available with either IO-Link communication for advanced animation customization or PICK-IQ for faster response speeds over a Modbus network. As a family, the K50 Pro Series increases production efficiency. These devices simplify ordering and design through reliable performance in harsh environments, along with having a variety of color and animation options that enable more intuitive indication.

Key Benefits

Updated Models - The K50 Pro Series multicolor indicator combines existing IO-Link features with PICK-IQ technology. It allows users to configure color, flashing, dimming, and advanced animations like rotation, strobing, 2-color display, 2-color rotation, 2-color flashing, and chase.

The K50 Pro Series capacitive touch button combines existing IO-Link features with PICK-IQ technology. It can be actuated with bare hands or gloves and has adjustable sensitivity levels. Additionally, it has excellent immunity to false triggering by water spray, oils and other foreign materials.

New Models - The K50 Pro Series optical model has an illuminated dome to make it easy to see job light status. Users can customize or select standard function configurations. The K50 Pro optical features either IO-Link or PICK-IQ models. Pro Editor software is not currently available.

The K50 Pro Series push-button gives users tactile confirmation that the button has been pushed, compared to relying exclusively on the visual confirmation from the indicator. It is rugged, miniaturized, and an easy-to-install solution to aid in error-proofing and lean manufacturing. The K50 Pro push-button device features IO-Link and PICK-IQ models. Pro Editor software is not currently available.

New Features

IO-Link is a point-to-point communication link between a master and a light. There are many advantages of an IO-Link system, including standardized and reduced wiring, increased data availability, remote configuration and monitoring, simple device replacement, and advanced diagnostics. Together, these capabilities result in overall reduced costs, increased process efficiency, and improved machine availability.

PICK-IQ brings faster response speed and simplified programming to Modbus RTU communication. It gives full access to color, flashing, rotating, and dimming settings as well as advanced animations such as dynamic sequence mode and LED control. Output settings, including on and off delays, output function, and output state are also available with PICK-IQ. Using PICK-IQ adds a simple change to the devices that allow the Modbus master controller to run standard Modbus protocol, but achieve the performance required by a medium to large sized pick-to-light system.

Applications
  • Processing and packaging machinery
  • Automatic labelers


Honeywell Sensing & Control DPR TruStability Board Mount Pressure Sensors


The TruStability™ DPR Series from Honeywell Sensing & Control is a piezoresistive silicon pressure sensor offering a ratiometric analog output for reading pressure over the specified full scale pressure span and temperature range. These sensors are fully calibrated and temperature compensated for sensor offset, sensitivity, temperature effects, and non-linearity using an onboard Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Calibrated output values for pressure are updated at approximately 1kHz. The DPR Series is calibrated over the temperature range of -20°C to 70°C [-4°F to 185°F]. The sensor is calibrated for operation from a single power supply of 5.0VDC.

These sensors measure differential or gage pressures. The robust and durable housing, with its industry-standard mounting configuration, along with a choice of flexible electrical terminations, is designed to withstand tough application environments. The sensors’ internal diagnostic functions detect most internal failures, including burst sensors, and may reduce the need for redundant sensors in the system.

The DPR Series is intended for use with non-corrosive, nonionic gases, such as air and other dry gases. Custom calibrations, additional pressure ranges or options to extend the performance of these sensors to include non-corrosive, non-ionic liquids is possible. All products are designed and manufactured according to ISO 9001 standards.

POTENTIAL INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
  • Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC)
  • Variable air volume (VAV) control
  • Damper control and duct air flow
  • Filter monitoring/clogged filter detection
  • Modulated furnace controls
  • Indoor air quality
  • Leak detection
  • Pneumatic control
  • Burner control
  • Fuel-to-air rationing
  • Gas analyzers and meters
  • Fume hoods and clean rooms 
FEATURES
  • Pressure range: ±1.6 mbar to ±25 mbar | ±160 Pa to ±2.5 kPa | ±0.5 inH2O to ±10 inH2O
  • Pressure types: Differential and gage
  • Total Error Band: As low as ±1.25 %FSS depending on pressure range (after auto zero)
  • Accuracy: ±0.25 %FSS BFSL (Full Scale Span Best Fit Straight Line)
  • Stable offset voltage
  • Compensated temperature range: -20ºC to 70ºC [-4ºF to 158ºF]
  • Low sensitivity to mounting orientation
  • Output: analog voltage
  • Overvoltage and reverse polarity protected
  • Industry-standard mounting configuration and barbed ports
  • Robust and durable package
  • Internal diagnostic functions
  • RoHS compliant


Wednesday, January 15, 2020

SMC Corporation of America EX245 Fieldbus System


SMC Corporation of America's EX245 series is a PROFINET® communication module that is compatible with Fiber Optic Push Pull connectors specified by AIDA (Automation Initiative of German Manufacturers). EX245 series provides modular connection digital input and output along with connection to 32 solenoid valves. Each module is capable of 128 inputs and 64 outputs. EX245 series is also compatible with PROFINET MRP® (Media Redundancy Protocol) and Provides Fast Start Up function to reduce donwtime and improving machine productivity.

FEATURES
  • For Input/Output
  • Compatible with 3 types of connector: SCRJ connectors, RJ45 connectors, General-purpose connectors AIDA* specifications compliant (SCRJ connectors, RJ45 connectors)
  • FW (firmware) update function
  • Simultaneous writing is possible from network connection
  • Web server function
  • Status check and valve ON/OFF are possible on the web browser
  • Compact, Lightweight: Height: 40mm reduction, Weight: 53.5% reduction (465g; Existing model: 1000g)


SMC Corporation of America JMHZ2 Compact Type Parallel Style Air Grippers


SMC Corporation of America's new JMHZ2 compact air grippers offer the same gripping point as the standard MHZ2 grippers.  The overall length, thickness, and weight of these parallel style grippers have all been decreased.  High rigidity and precision are achieved by integrating the guide and finger in one piece.

FEATURES
  • Bore sizes: 8, 12, 16, and 20mm
  • Short overall length
  • Compact and lightweight
  • High rigidity and precision are achieved by integrating the guide and finger in one piece
  • High-precision linear guide
  • Repeatability: ±0.01mm


Banner Engineering SLE5 High Speed Optical Label Sensors


The SLE5 from Banner Engineering is a rugged, industrial label detection sensor. Its high performance, fast switching frequency and compact housing are ideal for labelling machines. The SLE5 can detect single layer as well as multi-layer booklet labels, such as coupons or instructions commonly used in food, beverage and pharmaceutical applications. Single button teach easily establishes the threshold between the backing paper and label, ensuring that product waste is minimized during set-up.

Key Benefits

High Performance - The small infrared light spot of the SLE5 can quickly detect the gap between opaque labels on clear or opaque backing. The 5mm slot width and 50mm slot depth allow precise detection of a wide variety of products, including multi-layer booklet labels. The SLE5 can detect as small as a 0.5mm minimum label or gap width. 40µs response speed (12.5 kHz switching frequency) for increased position accuracy assures precise detection and placement on fast moving production lines.

Easy to Use - The SLE5 can be taught via single teach button or remote teach wire and can be configured to detect the label or the backing paper based on teach order. Teach mode can be performed either statically or dynamically at speeds up to 20 meters per minute. Highly visible green and amber status LEDs confirm teach was accepted and current output status.

Simple Installation - The SLE5’s compact housing features make it easy to install in the dispensing ledge. The dovetail mounting option is designed for simple installation directly on machines, no tools required. Standard M5 mounting holes are also available for maximum versatility. Models are available with 2m cables or integral M8 connector and with NPN or PNP output.

Applications
  • Processing and packaging machinery
  • Automatic labelers

Banner Engineering SLE5 High Speed Optical Label Sensors

Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets

Friday, January 10, 2020

Carlo Gavazzi MC36C Compact Safety Magnetic Sensors


Carlo Gavazzi has launched the MC36C Series Compact Safety Magnetic Sensors, designed for safety-related applications, such as the monitoring of swinging, sliding or removable safety guards, which keep personnel safe from dangerous areas. The MC36C Series of magnetically-coded REED safety magnetic sensors are the ideal solution to monitor the position of sliding, hinged and removable safety guards, especially in dirty and dusty environments. Thanks to their wide actuation range, the MC36C magnetic sensors are ideally suited for use in applications where great tolerances are required, such as with safety gates or doors which are imprecisely aligned.

The MC36C Series are extremely versatile and can work as standalone or in conjunction with a safety module to reach a safety category 4, according to the EN ISO 13849-1 Standard. These are some of the features which make these sensors extremely flexible to meet various application requirements: compact size (36x26x13mm), output configuration (2 NO or 1 NO and 1 NC), availability with 2m cable or M8 quick disconnect (left or right exit).

Other important features include:
  • Assured switching range: 5mm w/MC36CM
  • Assured switch-off range: 15mm w/MC36CM
  • Operating temp.: -25 to +80°C (-13 to 176°F)
  • Rated operating voltage: 12-24 VAC/VDC
  • Rated operating current: 0.25 A (resistive)
  • Maximum switching load: 6W (resistive)
  • Maximum operating frequency: 100 Hz 
  • Optional LED indication
  • Degree of protection: IP67
  • CE and cULus approved 

The MC36C safety magnetic sensors are the best choice for non-contact detection and are suitable to monitor safety gates that prevent the entry of personnel in the vicinity of dangerous machines in motion, such as conveyors, robots, mechanical links, etc.


Carlo Gavazzi MC36C Compact Safety Magnetic Sensors

Carlo Gavazzi Technical Datasheets