November 16, 2009 - MTS Systems developed an R-Series sensor compatible with POWERLINK protocols. The R-Series Ethernet POWERLINK sensor offers high performance with the reduced cabling and lower overall system cost provided by Industrial Ethernet. A resolution of 1 micron is possible for lengths from 25 mm to 20,000 mm. Position and velocity measurements can be provided for up to four locations on the sensor to ensure optimum control characteristics even when driving complex, multi-position tasks.Temposonics magnetostrictive sensors provide high speed, accuracy and durability in the harsh environments of metal forming, die casting, metal shearing presses and steel rolling mills.
The sensors are ideal for applications such as cut-to-length measurement, forming angle or stroke, grinding machine control, hydroforming, presses and die cutters because they offer superior performance and reliability despite high vibration and shock conditions.Available with many interface choices, including analog, SSI, DeviceNet, Profibus, CANbus, EtherCAT, and now POWERLINK, the sensors provide smart programmability, allowing configurations to be stored and recalled directly at the PLC / HMI for even faster setup times.
