ifm efector, inc.
ifm efector, inc. is an ISO 9001:2015 certified world leader in the manufacturing of sensors and controls for industrial automation. With our US headquarters and warehouse situated in Southeastern Pennsylvania, we are poised to serve our 26,000 customers nationwide. We ship 90% of our orders within one hour and have an engineering customer support team available as part of our philosophy of striving to consistently provide the best experience for our customers.
- 800-441-8246
- cs.us@ifm.com
- 1100 Atwater Dr.
Malvern, PA 19355
United States of America
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Vibration Sensors
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ifm Vibration monitoring systems help you avoid unplanned downtime in the middle of production by providing vibration data to assess and evaluate the condition of your machine in real time. That way, you can schedule maintenance of machines when it fits your schedule. Using the same vibration monitoring technology, you can detect and prevent expensive machine damage in real-time.
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Gateways
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- Safe communication between attachment and tractor unit- Functionality preloaded for different ISOBUS applications- Simple configuration via CODESYS using ISOBUS libraries- Quick and easy implementation without additional license costs- Certified by the AEF (Agriculture Industry Electronics Foundation)
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2D Vision Sensors
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*Easy integration in the application*Compact and robust housing*For use as a stand-alone device*Intuitive, user-friendly handling
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AS-Interface Power Supplies and Monitors
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*High noise immunity and electromagnetic compatibility*Wide input voltage range*Excellent short-circuit and overload protection*Excellent power reserve*Robust metal housing for secure mounting
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Worker Assistance Systems
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- Simple and intuitive set-up of the complete software and hardware package (ifm mate)- Simple fitting and retrofitting of manual workstations- Special accessories such as tracking bracelets or VR glasses not required- Individual real-time support during packaging and assembly and for training workers- Visualization of manual gripping processes and work steps
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Safety Controllers
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*Safe inputs and outputs*Layered safety concept, extended monitoring and test routines*Performance configurable in case of a fault*Quick boot-up and short fault detection time*High-performance CAN interface for various communication tasks
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Magnetic Sensors
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*Reliable detection through non-magnetizable metals*Cylindrical or rectangular types*Small housings with very long sensing ranges*High mechanical stability in case of shock or vibration*Flush or non-flush mountable in non-magnetizable metals
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Valve Position Sensors
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*Dual inductive sensor for pneumatic actuators and valves*Designed for simple fit to common actuators based on VDI / VDE 3845*Quick and easy installation of the AS-i dual sensor*Position feedback for rising stem valves with up to 80 mm stroke*Reliable permanent valve monitoring
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Inductive Sensors
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Wide operating temperature range. High protection rating for the requirements of harsh industrial environments. Reliable detection due to low sensor tolerances. Reduced inventory due to wide range of applications.
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IO-Link Position Sensors
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*Capacitive sensors for position detection or level monitoring*Distance sensors with very long range and background suppression*Ultrasonic sensors for non-contact detection of objects*Photoelectric sensors for specific applications*With switching output, analog signal and IO-Link
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AS-Interface Systems and Sensors
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*Airboxes for the combination of AS-i inputs and pneumatic output valves*Dual inductive sensors for quarter-turn actuator feedback*Position feedback for single and double seat valve and for diaphragm valves*Inductive sensors for coolant applications*RFID for track and trace applications
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Capacitive Sensors
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*High noise immunity*Sensing range adjustable by means of potentiometer or teach button*Plastic or metal housings for different applications*Sensors for position and level detection*Accessories for mounting on tanks or sight glasses
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Fieldbus Components
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The range of fieldbus components offered by ifm includes gateways, IO-Link masters, RFID evaluation units and encoders. Gateways establish the connection between AS-i and common fieldbus systems such as EtherNet/IP, Profibus, Profinet or EtherCAT. They control the data exchange to the sensor/actuator level and communicate rapidly with the superior control level. Variants with PLC functionality or fail-safe PLC are available.
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IIoT Software Kit
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- Manufacturer-independent IIoT software for all industries- Sustainable optimization of transparency, quality, efficiency and machine uptime- Flexible configuration for various applications and industries- Scalable solution for any plant size- Test version available for 30 days free of charge without any obligation
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24 V DC Power Supplies
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*Space-saving design*High power reserves*Low heating of the control cabinet*Low inrush current*Safe switch-off by circuit breakers in case of short circuit
