TURCK Ultrasonic Sensors

TURCK is pleased to announce their new family of teachable ultrasonic sensors. The new ultrasonic sensor series from TURCK enables the user to cover large sensing ranges with fewer sensor variants and short blind zones. The sensors are available in 18mm and 30mm barrel housings with sensing ranges from 40cm to 300cm. Designed for rugged industrial applications, these sensors are IP67 rated and an ideal solution for object detection and liquid level applications.

In order to offer the right sensor for every application, TURCK has increased the versatility of the individual models. The simple compact version of the RU40 and RU100 modules enables the user to set the sensing range as well as NC and NO switching outputs with a teach adapter. The standard sensor versions also enable the setting of switch windows and two separate switching points, either by a teach adapter or via a teach button directly on the sensor.The high-end versions can be operated as a switch or as an analog sensor. Different operating modes, temperature compensation or the output function can also be set via IO-Link. If several sensors are installed next to each other, the customer can set the sensor parameters in synchronization or multiplex mode, in order to prevent mutual interference of the sensors. An optional USB master is also available which enables interface and parameterization of high-end sensors via IO-Link.

TURCK has developed a series of training videos to detail the features and benefits of each variant, and how to program the different output types. The videos can be found on TURCK’s YouTube Channel, TurckTV, or by clicking on one of these links:
http://youtu.be/0p-zKBsxFMo, http://youtu.be/Ya0KhseSyMg, and http://youtu.be/9xRHXp8uwbw. 

There is also a brochure on
TURCK’s ultrasonic offering that can be downloaded here: http://old.turck.us/assets/B1104_Ultrasonic_Sensors.zip.

TURCK High Performance Ultrasonic Sensors Press Release

TURCK Technical Datasheets

Turck Q12 Housing Ultrasonic Sensors

TURCK introduces a new ultrasonic sensor in a compact Q12 style housing that achieves a 40 cm sensing range with an incredibly small 2.5 cm blind zone. The small profile of the sensor allows it to be mounted in narrow spaces, like those found in packaging applications.

The sensor is available with retro-reflective and diffuse operation modes, and PNP and frequency outputs. “When compared to TURCK’s other ultrasonic sensors, the Q12 style offers a competitive price without sacrificing quality,” says Melissa Schumann, product specialist with TURCK’s sensors division. The Q12 ultrasonic sensor is IP 67 rated for environmental protection.

Turck Q12 Housing Ultrasonic Sensors

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New Products from Schneider Electric

Virtu 30 Analog Ultrasonic Sensor

Save installation time and money with the Virtu™ Analog Ultrasonic Sensor. Ideal for use in food, beverage and pharmaceutical applications, this sensor is offered at an economical price point and features a 30mm body style that can be installed in place of existing sensors. 

The ultrasonic sensing solution offers increased sensing distance of 4” to 39” with the option of being 0-10VDC or 4-20Ma for direct, inverse or auto-sloping functionality. The Virtu™ Analog Ultrasonic sensor allows for easy window setup, prevents tampering of the sensor while in operation, has a 30 mm cylindrical body style fits into existing mounting bracket, includes M12 connector that makes cable selection and installation easy, has durable body construction that allows the sensor to be used in harsh environments, and has a removable push button accessory.

The Virtu 30 Analog sensor features:

• Sensing distance of 102 mm (4”) to 1 m (39”) 
• Available in 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA 
• 360° LED visibility status indicators 
• Temperature ratings 0 to 70°C (32 to 158°F) 
• IP67, NEMA 4X (indoor) 
• UL, CSA Certified and CE marked 

Modicon M340 Expands Functionality

The Modicon® M340™ programmable automation controller (PAC) now offers expanded functionality! More powerful than any other PLC in its class, its modular design and networking abilities make it ideal for simple and complex applications. 

Supported by Unity-Pro V4.0, this robust midrange PAC will address more applications and provide more flexible, open solutions when remote I/O. It also facilitates connection to third party CANopen devices. 

Easy to operate and more user friendly, the expanded functionality of the Modicon M340 midrange PAC features:

• ”Level 2 Performance” CPU with a Modbus serial port 
• 128 MB SD-memory card for data storage 
• Expansion rack to provide more flexible open solutions when remote I/O is required 
• Unity Pro V4.0 for programming and operation 
• Integration with motion applications 
• Improved legacy hardware migration 
• Flexible application configuration with expansion racks. 

Modicon Unity Pro V4.0 PLC Programming Software

The Modicon Unity Pro V4.0 “All-in-one” easy to use software offers you ingenuity, flexibility and openness for increased productivity of machines, industrial processes and infrastructures.

With Unity Pro V4.0 users can easy and quickly select features needed for applications, support application development and simplify legacy application migration to new Modicon automation hardware. 

Easy to operate with a user friendly interface Unity Pro V4.0 supports all IEC 61131-3 languages, has an expanded catalog of I/O modules, e-mail (SMTP) on Ethernet embedded port of the CPU and supports multiple versions of Unity Pro software.

Unity Pro V4.0 features: 

• Programs Modicon Quantum™, Premium™ and M340™ PLCs. 
• Simplified legacy application migration to new Modicon automation hardware and Unity Pro software
• Offers extensions for architectures & services 

1. Configuration, communication, application functions 
2. 3rd party devices on CANopen
3. Supports the new M340 Rack Expander
4. Addition of Pulse Train Output (PTO) motion module to control a stepper or servo motor

• Application-specific services for Premium & Quantum 
  

1. Flying shear, Simulation on Premium 
2. Simplified architecture for HSBY Quantum 
3. EtherNet/IP support 

• Services for installed base application management 
  

1. Automatic update for un-located data 
2. More flexibility to convert legacy projects to Unity Pro

• Collaborative solution 
  

1. Openness on all Unity Pro models 
2. Vista Business Edition support 

Virtu 30 Analog Ultrasonic Sensor

Modicon M340 PAC

Modicon Unity Pro V4.0 Software

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Banner Engineering T30UX Ultrasonic Sensors

The U-GAGE T30UX Sensor from Banner Engineering delivers all the advantages of conventional ultrasonic sensors, using sound waves to measure distance and detect the presence of targets. With its extended range and advanced temperature compensation, the T30UX ultrasonic sensor solves more challenging applications than ever before.

• Features T-style right-angle sensor package with popular 30 mm threaded mount
• Delivers high-accuracy performance with built-in temperature compensation across a wide range of ambient temperatures
• Offers choice of three ranges for reliable sensing from 100 mm to 3 m
• Includes models available with a single analog or user-configurable discrete output
• Uses push-button TEACH-mode programming for simple sensor setup; offers remote TEACH for increased security and convenience
• Presents sensor operating status using highly visible indicator LEDs
• Resists harsh environments with rugged IP67 (NEMA 6P) housing and fully encapsulated electronics

Banner Engineering T30UX Ultrasonic Sensors

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Schneider Electric XUV Ultrasonic Label Sensor

The new XUV Ultrasonic Label Sensor by Schneider Electric, with thru-beam technology, detects labels of any material, size and color including transparent labels. The thru-beam technology sends sound through an object to determine the depth of the object by how much sound is returned. Less sound indicates a thicker object while more sound indicates a thinner object. 

When the sensor is powered down and turned back on it retains the previous settings and the threshold is easily adjusted by using the +/- keys. The XVU Ultrasonic sensor can also be locked to avoid unnecessary adjustments. 

The XUV Ultrasonic Label Sensor is suitable for various detection applications including; label, ply, double-sheet, splice, and wrinkle/seam detection and can detect labels between 0.03 mm (0.001") and 0.08 mm (0.003") in thicknesses 

The XUV Ultrasonic Label Sensor is ideal for the following applications: 

• Packaging labels Food and beverage 
• Pharmaceutical 
• Material Handling Double sheet detection 
• Seam/wrinkle detection 
• Web breakage applications

XUV Ultrasonic Label Sensor

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Schneider Electric 30mm Virtu Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors

The new Virtu™ 30 ultrasonic sensor developed by Hyde Park, a division of Schneider Electric, features sensing ranges from 100 mm ( 3.94") up to 1 m (39.4").

Virtu's barrel style body, with its M30 x 1 threaded snout and tough VALOX® housing makes it not only ideal for many OEM applications, but also an unfailing performer for an array of packaging applications, including food and beverage. Virtu™ 30 has teach-in window capability,

meaning no downtime is required for sensor recalibration when colors, materials, or shapes change.

With protection ratings of NEMA 4X (indoor use only) and IP67, this CE certified sensor is resistant to dust, 100% humidity, most acids and bases, and high pressure washdowns that often leave water buildup on the sensing face. This sleek sensor is virtually impervious to the effects of splashing food, caustic cleaning solutions and changing light conditions or colors. Shielding and filtering make the fully encapsulated sensor resistant to most radiated or conducted energy sources.

Virtu Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors

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