Jul 26 2010
ifm efector has launched the latest color identification sensor to verify, sort and limit the errors of the objects in high-speed processes. The O5C500 uses RGB Technology, to emit red, green and blue pulses from its transmitter on the target. The receiver then examines the pulsed light which reverts back from the target, to identify the prime or exact color.
The sensor allows the user to select any of the five tolerance steps to ascertain even imperceptible shade differences in color. An easy single step feature rapidly allows us to understand the applications’ parameters. By a single switch the Auto Detect output immediately sets it to PNP or NPN operation and it can be programmed for both light on and dark on options.
In its fast moving applications, precise detection of color is done by using a 2000 Hz switching frequency. After rotating 270° in multitudinous directions in precise configuration, the connector in the sensor gets mounted on one of ifm’s many, easy mounting brackets in an application.
With a light spot diameter, measuring 2x6mm, the Micro DC unit tenders an adaptable sensing range (15-19mm). The cost of this sensor is $325.00 U.S.
Source: http://www.ifm.com/us