Unlocking new sensing potential Contrinex breaks new ground with its state-of-the-art Smart Sensor portfolio, amalgamating its innovative multi-mode sensing capability with its well-established cloud-ready IO-Link inductive sensors. Smart Sensors, designed with the needs of OEMs and system integrators in mind, have all the answers when it comes to reducing complexity and cost. By implementing multiple sensing modes in a single sensor, Contrinex has given designers the freedom they’ve always dreamed about, offering exceptional versatility and simplified integration. Let Contrinex Smart Sensors supercharge your IoT strategy; enjoy all the advantages of the industry-standard IO-Link SSP 3.3 interface, plus the option of high-speed sensor-based decision-making using SIO. The only limit is your imagination… Multiple sensing…

Adapting the sensor to the application In many cases, off-the-shelf sensors do the job without problems. However, the advent of Industry 4.0 and the demand for bespoke or single-batch production bring with them an increasing need for customized sensor solutions. Modifications range from minor changes to the wiring, housing or electronics to completely new functional principles. Depending on the application, completely different approaches may be needed, calling for substantial experience in the development of special solutions. Modern sensor technology makes it possible to measure hugely diverse parameters in mechanical and equipment engineering. Traditional sensors cope with many measuring tasks without any problems, but increasingly, some applications such as wind-power plants or safety equipment…

Inductive sensors with weld spatter-resistant ceramic coating The Weld-Immune range of inductive sensors now includes ceramic-coated types. In addition to mechanical shock resistance and immunity to the magnetic fields of welding equipment, the new sensors are characterized by a robust, weld spatter-resistant coating. This coating increases the service life of sensors, facilitates cleaning and helps to reduce machine downtime. Inductive sensors from Contrinex’s Weld-Immune range with ACTIVSTONE ™ coating now offer the highest level of weld spatter resistance. A high-performance ceramic material forms a durable, non-stick coating on all external surfaces of the sensor, including the fixing nuts. The coating material has been specially formulated for robustness and resists impacts and abrasion without…

Configure and monitor safety devices using smartphone app YBES light curtains include a Bluetooth-LE interface for remote, wireless configuration and real-time communication of status or diagnostic data to a smartphone or tablet. In addition to extended functionality (EDM, restart interlock, beam coding, etc.) and ease of use, operators benefit from reduced installation costs as safety relays are no longer required. YBES light curtains meet the highest Type 4 safety requirements of Category 4, PL e and Safety Integrity Level SIL 3. They offer blind-zone free mounting and an integrated alignment system. The new safety systems will be available for use from 2020. To prevent unauthorized access to hazardous areas, automated systems often rely…

Contrinex EXTRA DISTANCE (500 series) inductive sensors allow best-in-class sensing distances up to 40mm without compromising accuracy, robustness or reliability. The sensing distance is up to 4x greater which provides extra safety for staff and machinery. Sized from M5 to M30, the Extra Distance family includes cable and connector versions with a choice of PNP or NPN output configurations.