Inductive rapid positioning system
30/05/2024
Balluff’s new Inductive Rapid Positioning System provides fast measurement with the added bonus of condition monitoring capabilities.
This non-contact position measuring system is fast, with measuring rates of more than 10 kHz and high signal stability. This is 5-10 times faster than a typical linear transducer. In addition, it offers repeat accuracy down to 1 µm and non-linearity of less than ±100 µm, a large, adjustable measuring range and a compact, flat housing with short blind zones.
Built-in IO-Link facilitates simplified set-up and continuous condition monitoring of statuses such as internal device temperature, vibration, inclination, operating hours, voltage and signal quality.
Using advanced technology, this continuous linear position sensor measures changes in the position of a guided target. The printed circuit board contains two conductor loops that run the full measurement length. As the target moves across the measurement path, it resonates with the signals transmitted through the conductor loops and creates a magnetic field. The system translates the magnetic field into a linear output signal. It provides greater flexibility than other measuring systems because the target runs on grooves built into the housing, delivering greater freedom for installation.
Its speed and precision, combined with its IP67 rating, make it a better choice for dynamic applications such as packaging lines, punching systems, filling injection moulds and more.
Four interfaces are available to meet specific needs:
- Two analogue versions, one 0-10 V and one 4-20 mA;
- An IO-Link-only version; and
- A synchronous serial interface (SSI) version.
With the increased speed, the SSI version is an excellent choice for closed-loop motion control.
With a range of flying and guided targets available, users can build a system to best suit their application needs.
The continuous condition monitoring, flexible interfaces, and simplified set-up and diagnostics via IO-Link reduce set-up and changeover times, which helps to avoid machine and equipment downtime.
