Pepperl+Fuchs Plugged-In: Product Reveal

In this episode, we present the all-new PMI F166 Series with IO-Link. This compact inductive positioning system features a metal housing and an IO-Link interface that can be used to set the detection range and switch points/windows and allows direct access to process data and value-added data such as error messages. We will also review the other IO-Link models in our PMI offering and discuss their possible applications.

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Typical proximity sensors can detect different types of metals, but all with very different detection ranges. The range for copper can be up to 70% less than the maximum range of a sensor. The range can even vary slightly between different types of the same metal, for example, mild steel or carbon steel. Reduction Factor 1 sensors have multiple sensing coils that work together to detect multiple metals in the same range. Combined with IO-Link, this provides a sensor with unmatched flexibility that can be configured for many applications. Don’t be limited by a switch.

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In the early days of the Internet of Things, or IoT, it was mainly known in the computer industry, with IBM being one of the first users of this technology in the 1980s. Today, in 2024, the IoT, or a networked smart device, is probably familiar to anyone who has a Blink security camera or smart plug installed in their home. But the IoT is not only known in the PC or consumer tech market - in manufacturing, especially in automation, the IoT has made a significant impact and will continue to do so in the coming years. A market manager at one of the key technology manufactures in automation asks: “What does IoT mean to us? 

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The new Performance Line IO-Link rotary encoders include all the features of the Pure Line series and add shaft velocity measurement and critical shaft velocity and maintenance alerts. The Performance Line devices are available in a 36 mm or 58 mm housing, with solid or recessed hollow shaft and up to IP67 degree or protection.

The new 36 mm and 42 mm HT series rotary encoders feature our rugged IP69K-rated heavy-duty housing with a high shaft load capacity of 270 N. The HT series has all the IO-Link features of the Pure Line series and is perfect for use in harsh environments, such as car washes or areas where regular washdowns are required.

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The CANopen redundant rotary encoder features magnetic and photoelectric sampling systems with up to 30-bit multiturn resolution in one housing. Each system has its own microcontroller, compiler, and software module so they can operate independently, each with its own node ID in the CANopen system. This dual technology is known as diverse redundancy; it eliminates the possibility of common mode failure. There is no rechargeable battery; both systems can measure absolute position in de-energized mode. This CANopen redundant encoder is essentially two encoders in one housing, which are connected to the safety PLC via a single cable, making it easy to install and integrate into a safety system. The rotary encoder can be used with all accessories for 58 mm encoders—including mounting aids, couplings, measuring wheels, torque rests, as well as cable pulls and guide pulleys. The aluminum housing, the solid or recessed hollow shaft made of stainless steel, the degree of protection up to IP67, the temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C, and the axial and radial shaft load of 40 N and 110 N respectively enable use under harsh conditions. 

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The R202 is a new family of photoelectric sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs designed for the automotive, material handling, packaging, and entrance automation markets. Available in all basic sensing modes, the R202 family has been designed to be a reliable and easy-to-use photoelectric sensor family with features that customers need most. Unique to the R202 series are the retroreflective versions with foreground suppression, designed specifically for the packaging and material handling market and capable of detecting shrink-wrapped pallets without false trips. In addition, versions for AC supply voltages are available with housings that are among the smallest in the industry. 

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Electrical noise is an invisible source of interference and a frequently overlooked problem in troubleshooting. Industrial environments are full of electrical noise sources. If left unmanaged, electrical noise can interfere with signal transmission and leave users perplexed. This episode focuses on the common sources of noise and how to mitigate their effects. Cordsets and connectors are critical components for the reliable operation of automated machinery, material handling systems, robots, and mobile equipment. In today’s episode we will also talk about the different types of connectors that are widely used in industrial automation.

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Machine safety is often mistaken as a complicated topic, but safe inductive sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs make safe position monitoring easy. Tune in for a brief background on machine safety and updates on safe inductive sensors for mobile equipment.

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Connectivity is crucial in automation because everything needs to be Plugged-In. A common starting point for selecting the right cable for an application is the choice of cable jacket material. In this episode, we will discuss the different types of cable jacket materials, their applications, and features. With the information discussed in this segment and based on the properties of the jacket material, cordsets can be used more efficiently according to the requirements of the application.

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In this episode, we will explain some common and uncommon connectivity terminology to help understand the anatomy of a cordset and its various components. We will examine some of the generally known components and define them in simple terms. We will then explain some of the more unusual phrases and terms used to describe the features of our connectivity products. This information is intended to enhance your technical knowledge of the product family and add value to your interactions. 

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