ifm efector, inc.
ifm efector, inc. is an ISO 9001:2015 certified world leader in the manufacturing of sensors and controls for industrial automation. With our US headquarters and warehouse situated in Southeastern Pennsylvania, we are poised to serve our 26,000 customers nationwide. We ship 90% of our orders within one hour and have an engineering customer support team available as part of our philosophy of striving to consistently provide the best experience for our customers.
- 800-441-8246
- cs.us@ifm.com
- 1100 Atwater Dr.
Malvern, PA 19355
United States of America
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Pulse Evaluation Systems
*Intuitive, user-friendly handling*Integrated wide-range power supply*Easily programmable output functions*Devices for monitoring standstill, speed, direction, slip, and frequency*Switching relays and transistor outputs, scalable analog output
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Diagnostic and Service Units
- Reliable wireless data exchange for mobile machines- Real-time diagnosis via CODESYS programming system- Data display and storage via internet portal- Display and processing of position and route data- Different interfaces for integration into the machine network
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Level Sensors
*High reliability due to the elimination of mechanical components*Different function principles: Guided wave radar, capacitive and hydrostatic*Devices for limit level detection or continuous level measurement*Clearly visible LED display*Suitable for all common industrial and process fluids
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Fieldbus Components
The range of fieldbus components offered by ifm includes gateways, IO-Link masters, RFID evaluation units and encoders. Gateways establish the connection between AS-i and common fieldbus systems such as EtherNet/IP, Profibus, Profinet or EtherCAT. They control the data exchange to the sensor/actuator level and communicate rapidly with the superior control level. Variants with PLC functionality or fail-safe PLC are available.
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Flow Sensors / Flow Meters
*For liquids and gases*Versions for the use in high pressure cleaning applications*Variety of process connections available*Flow monitoring also for aggressive media
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Signal Evaluation Systems
*Integrated flow, temperature and wire monitoring*Adjustable switching outputs for monitoring flow and temperature*Clearly visible multi-color LED bargraph display*Signal output via potential-free relay contacts*Connection options: Insulation displacement / screw terminals and cage clamps
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Inductive Sensors
*Wide operating temperature range*High protection rating for the requirements of harsh industrial environments*Reliable detection due to low sensor tolerances*Reduced inventory due to wide range of applications
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Flowmeters for Compressed Air and Specialty Gases
Type SD
*Measurement to ISO 2533 and DIN 1343*For compressed air in industrial use as well as argon (Ar), carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2)*Large measuring range up to 700 Nm³/h*Fast response time and high response sensitivity*With volumetric flow quantity, total quantity and temperature indication
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Cameras for Mobile Applications
- Programmable to IEC 61131-3 with CODESYS- Robust metal housing for surface or panel mounting- High-performance CAN interface for various communication tasks- E1 type approval (German Federal Motor Transport Authority)
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Fail-Safe Inductive Sensors
*Certification to EN 60947-5-3 for electromechanical controlgear*Ensuring operator and machine safety*No special actuator for electronic fail-safe sensors required*Connection to safety plc or safe AS-i module*Series connection of sensors and contacts possible
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24 V DC Power Supplies
*Space-saving design*High power reserves*Low heating of the control cabinet*Low inrush current*Safe switch-off by circuit breakers in case of short circuit
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IIoT Hardware
IIoT Hardware by ifm - edge controller, edge gateways, io-key, IO-link masters for factory automation, IO-Link masters for the food and beverage industry, Digital I/O modules for factory automation, digital I/O modules for the food and beverage industry, ethernet switches for factory automation, ethernet switches for the food and beverage industry, IPC appliances
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Parameter Setting and Operating Software
*Quick set-up of sensors*User-friendly setting of parameters*Intuitive, user-friendly handling
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Capacitive Sensors
*High noise immunity*Sensing range adjustable by means of potentiometer or teach button*Plastic or metal housings for different applications*Sensors for position and level detection*Accessories for mounting on tanks or sight glasses
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Switching Amplifiers
*One- or two-channel design*Small design requiring only very little space*Programmable output function*Relay or transistor outputs*Easy mounting on DIN rail
