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Contrinex Glossary of Terms ADJUSTMENT (POTENTIOMETER) The sensitivity is adjusted by means of the built-in single or multi-turn potentiometer (if provided). Turning it clockwise increases the sensitivity. Multi-turn potentiometers cannot be turned over their end position (no stops). THROUGH-BEAM SENSORS / REFLEX SENSORS The potentiometer is normally set to the maximum sensitivity (turned clockwise). This provides the maximum system reserve (excess-gain) signal. …

Tips for Mounting Inductive Proximity Switches Why inductive? Inductive proximity switches are highly popular with end-users. They are - robust - good value for money - insensitive to dirt - standardized and, as a result, simple to employ. 1. Type of mounting embeddable/non-embeddable In his documentation, the manufacturer indicates whether a particular device is intended for embeddable or non-embeddable mounting. This information relates to the permissible location of the device …

Three Different Technologies Contrinex inductive devices work according to one of three different technologies. All involve the generation of an alternating magnetic field that emerges at the sensing face. The presence of a conductive, generally metallic, object influences this field in a way that can be detected and evaluated by built-in electronics. All Contrinex ASIC sensors are IO-Link enabled in PNP NO versions. TECHNOLOGY FAMILIES CLASSICS FAMILY: Conventional technology, engineered …

SAFETINEX SAFETY SYSTEMS Safetinex products offer high-quality safeguarding solutions for both personnel and machinery. The range comprises light curtains of Type 2 or 4 according to the international standard ISO 13849. Resolution is suitable to protect hands (30 mm), fingers (14 mm) or full body (3 to 6 beams). A choice of standard or slim profile is available in various lengths up to almost 2 meters. Wireless configuration through Bluetooth is available with Extended Type 4 devices. The por …

RFID Product Range RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) is used in numerous automation and logistics domains. It allows objects to be identified by means of electronic labels (transponders or tags). Compared to classic systems, such as bar codes or laser marking, RFID technology offers important advantages. Transponder information can be read or written even when there is no direct line of sight between it and the Read/Write Module. In addition, information can be added, modified or replace …