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
- info.us@ifm.com
- cs.us@ifm.com
- 1100 Atwater Dr.
Malvern, PA 19355
United States of America
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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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Safety Network (AS-i Safety at Work)
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*Monitoring of up to 31 safe AS-i slaves*Applications: door monitoring, light curtains, e-stop, two-hand control*Safe AS-i modules for field applications and control cabinets*Safe AS-i door switches with guard locking and guard lock monitoring
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Ethernet Field Modules
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- Reliable transmission of machine data, process parameters and diagnostic data to the controller- Simultaneous data exchange with the controller and the IT world- Wide operating temperature range and high protection rating- Robust housing with high protection rating
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Pulse Evaluation Systems
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*Intuitive, user-friendly handling*Integrated wide-range power supply*Easily programmable output functions*Devices for monitoring standstill, speed, direction, slip, and frequency*Switching relays and transistor outputs, scalable analog output
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IO-Link Hubs
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- For the simple connection of binary sensors to any IO-Link master- Uses industry standard M12 unshielded patchcords- Clearly visible LEDs for displaying operation, switching status and error- Robust design with full potting for use in harsh industrial environments- Robust M12 connectors for connecting sensors and actuators
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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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Operation
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ifm Operation products - touch sensors, illuminated pushbutton with touch surface in M22 design, AS-interface illuminated pushbutton modules, AS-interface E-stops
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Safety Light Curtains
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Type 4 (IEC 61496) safety light curtains at Type 2 pricingReliable protection of hazardous areasShort and long range selectable via wiringNo dead space when mounted in in L shapeIndustry standard M12 connection for simple wiring
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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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Inclination Sensors
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Compact and robust housing, Wide angle range, Sensor types for signal output via CANbus, as digital or analog signal, High protection rating for the requirements of harsh industrial environments, Configurable CAN sensors
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IO-Link Identification Systems
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- Industry standard (ISO 15693) RFID 13.56 MHz technology- Wide range of tags and accessories- Ideal RFID antennas for material handling, packaging machines, and plant construction
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Temperature Sensors
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Units with integrated or separate evaluation electronics, Modular concept for a large variety of applications, High process safety due to self-monitoring, Variety of process connections available, High shock and vibration resistance
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Fail-Safe Inductive Sensors
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*Certification to EN 60947-5-3 for electromechanical controlgear*Ensuring operator and machine safety*No special actuator for electronic fail-safe sensors required*Connection to safety plc or safe AS-i module*Series connection of sensors and contacts possible
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IO-Link Accessories/Connection Technology
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- USB interface for connecting IO-Link enabled sensors to a PC- Bluetooth adapter for IO-Link sensors and masters- Repeater for increasing the range- Data splitter to integrate IO-Link sensors in old installations- Converter for converting standard signals to IO-Link and vice versa
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Ultrasonic Sensors
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Measure distance by using ultrasonic waves.The sensor head emits an ultrasonic wave and receives the wave reflected back from the target. Ultrasonic Sensors measure the distance to the target by measuring the time between the emission and reception.
