IFM Fibre Optic Through-Beam Sensor is designed for reliable object detection in industrial automation applications where compact or remote sensing arrangements are required. Through-beam fibre optic sensing uses a separate transmitter and receiver arrangement to detect interruption of the optical path. It is suitable for precise presence detection, counting, positioning and monitoring in automated machinery and production systems.
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The fibre optic through-beam sensor uses an optical transmitter and receiver arrangement to detect objects interrupting the light path. Fibre optics allow the sensing point to be positioned in locations where conventional sensor housings may be difficult to install. This makes the technology useful for compact machinery, confined spaces and industrial automation applications.
Through-beam fibre optic sensing can provide dependable object detection and is particularly useful for small targets and demanding installation locations. The remote sensing arrangement supports flexible machine integration while allowing reliable presence and counting functions. It can be applied to packaging, assembly, conveying and production monitoring systems.
An IFM fibre optic through-beam solution is useful when precise optical detection is required in compact or difficult-to-access machine areas. The separate sensing arrangement can provide installation flexibility while supporting dependable object detection. It is suitable for automated equipment requiring accurate presence, counting and positioning functions.
Through-beam optical sensing
Reliable object detection
Fibre optic sensing technology
Non-contact detection
Suitable for compact installation spaces
Supports precise presence detection
Suitable for object counting
Supports positioning applications
Flexible industrial integration
IFM automation technology
Object presence detection
Small-object detection
Object counting
Conveyor systems
Packaging machinery
Assembly equipment
Position monitoring
Production lines
Machine automation
Industrial process control
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Code | Fibre Optic Through-Beam Sensor |
| Model | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Product Type | Fibre optic through-beam sensor |
| Sensing Range | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Electrical Design | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Output Function | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Operating Voltage | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Current Consumption | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Housing Material | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Housing Design | Fibre optic sensing system |
| Connection | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Connector | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Protection Rating | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Protection Class | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Switching Frequency | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Response Time | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Ambient Temperature | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Installation | Industrial installation |
| Mounting | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| LED Indicator | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Short-Circuit Protection | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Overload Protection | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Reverse Polarity Protection | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Weight | Model-specific / refer to IFM datasheet |
| Additional Information | Through-beam fibre optic detection for industrial automation |
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