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above the top faces of the gripper fingers, sense the with a wide range of control systems. Connection is
position of the jaws in the fully open position. via a PUR-sheathed cable with a 3-pin connector or
Ultraminiature inductive sensors are designed 2-meter flying lead; alternative lengths are
with the needs of OEMs and system integrators in available. These highly versatile miniature sensors
mind and provide an unobtrusive fit-and-forget meet designers’ needs for reliable operation while
solution. These miniature devices weigh only 25 preventing accidental damage. The solution is both
grams, and with a compact 3mm-diameter x 22mm highly reliable and cost-effective while eliminating
V2A stainless-steel housing, they allow easy avoidable scrap costs; payback is rapid, while
integration in tight spaces with insufficient room for production throughput is maintained at target levels
traditional devices. without increasing the cost of quality.
The inclusion of IO-Link, a standardised point-
Attractive alternative to-point serial connection protocol for sensors and
With a sensing distance of 1mm, MiniDist devices actuators, is provided at no additional cost. It offers
offer designers attractive alternatives when the advantages of digital communication without
specifying equipment. Industry-standard PNP and the need for special cabling, making them ideal for
NPN outputs with normally open or normally closed Industry 4 applications.
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