Balluff, based in the USA, has introduced new M12 inductive sensors with IO-Link to support condition monitoring and enable application-specific set-ups. The IO-Link sensors can provide data on a sensor's internal temperature, over-voltage/under-voltage detection and total operating hours. Remote monitoring of the operating conditions provides users with an early warning of potential problems. The addition of IO-Link lets users teach the switching distance that is required for the application. The quasi-flush version offers a switching distance of up to 7 mm, while the non-flush version extends the range to an impressive 11 mm. Using window mode, two switching points can be set to create a range. Also, the sensor can send warning signals when the target leaves the detection range or comes too close to the sensor.
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