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Retroreflective Area Sensors—Where Standard Retroreflective Sensors Reach Their Limits
Thanks to their wide detection field compared to standard retroreflective sensors, the R305 retroreflective area sensors reliably detect very small and narrow objects such as polybags on conveyor belts or even irregularly shaped objects such as pallets.
Vibration Diagnostics with Raw Acceleration Data Sensors
In vibration diagnostics, there are two different methods for monitoring the performance and condition of machines: While unbalance measurement based on Root Mean Square (RMS) sensors primarily aims at general machine monitoring, frequency analysis based on raw acceleration data enables a more in-depth analysis of vibration behavior.
ASi-3, ASi-5, and IO-Link: A Comparison of Three Communication Protocols
As simple and comparatively cost-efficient wiring technologies for sensors and actuators in the field, AS-Interface and IO-Link combine high functionality, flexibility, and reliability. In this blog article, learn where to use ASi-3, ASi-5 and IO-Link, and what makes these communication protocols so special.
Mounting and Remotely Monitoring Dual Inductive Sensors on Manual Valves
The dual inductive sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs make it possible to monitor the position of the valves in your process plant at any time. Together with the radio-based IoT sensor WILSEN.valve you can remotely monitor the valve position and transmit data via the LoRaWAN network. But what is the best way to mount the sensors? This blog article will help you decide on the right accessories.
When Do I Use Which Surge Protector? Three Solutions at a Glance
Pepperl+Fuchs offers the right surge protection barriers for every infrastructure, whether for signal lines, supply lines, fieldbus, or Ethernet-APL applications.
Safely Protect Signal Lines from Surges with the M-LB-4000 Surge Protector
Lightning and surge damage are among the most common causes of damage to electronics. Find out how you can protect your system and signal lines safely and easily from overvoltages with the M-LB-4000 surge protection system.
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