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Safe.Easy.Cost-optimised.

AS-interface

Safe, easy, cost-optimised!

Safe:

The extended diagnostics possibilitiesof the AS-i system increase data secu-rity and machine uptime.Safety components up to the highestcontrol category 4 to EN 954-1 / SIL 3to IEC 61508 can be connected to AS-i.Safety at work is the extensionof the AS-interface by safety-relatedcomponents.

The product port-folio includes AS-icomponents fordifferent areas:from packagingand conveying viasilo applications,machine tools,robotics and auto-mation to thefood industry.

AS-interface from ifm electronic –ease of communication up to the highest level.

AS-interface

(AS-i = actuator sensorinterface) is a manufacturer-independent standard forthe connection of actuatorsand sensors of the firstfield level.

Safe:The sophisticated AS-itechnology provides highreliability and machineuptime.

Easy:Modular structure andflexible connection technol -ogy ensure easy integrationinto the AS-i system.

Cost-optimised:A 2-wire cable transmitsdata and energy, complexparallel wiring is no longernecessary.

ifm electronic provides youwith your complete AS-isystem solution!

High quality and technicallyperfect products are un-impeachable values of ifmelectronic.

The innovator and globalplayer has almost fortyyears of experience in auto-mation technology.

Cost-optimised:

Low wiring complexity due to two-wire cable.The decentralisation of the AS-iparticipants leads to smaller and lessexpensive control cabinets.AS-i participants can be positioned ina decentralised way, so that the con-trol cabinets become smaller and lessexpensive. Furthermore, the possibilityof extension during set-up providesmore flexibility.

Easy:

Due to the standardised system, thelow wiring complexity and quickconnection technology, AS-i enablessimple ”Plug & Play“.The reduction of terminals leads toreduced documentation.

AS-interface in the control cabinet.

Only the central control com -ponents of the AS-i network areintegrated into the controlcabinet, well protected againstexternal influences.

The master assumes the most important

function in each AS-i network. It handles

the AS-i slaves and polls them cyclically.

The AS-i power supply provides the re -

quired supply voltage and assumes the

task of data coupling.

The safety monitor monitors all connected

safety slaves and ensures the deactivation

in case of a fault or the activation of the

safety system.

Tidy control cabinet:the central control components of theAS-i network.

AS-i master

AS-i power supply

AS-i safety monitor

RFID in a packaging line.

AS-interface in conveyingand packaging.

Safety at Work: e-stop implementedwith AS-i.

DIN rail mounting withouttools: ClassicLine modules ina conveyor line.

ClassicLine module in fieldapplication. Integrated intoa packaging machine.

In conveying and packaging,drives can be directly controlledvia AS-interface.

ClassicLine: field module with secure

mounting and high protection rating,

supporting the decentralised structure of

AS-interface.

AirBox: the decentralised pneumatic unit

saves energy costs.

RF-identification system: the special RFID

system for ranges up to 100 mm.

e-stop, illuminated push-button module:

safety technology in the bus system –

the controller receives a precise signal

from the actuated slave.

Inductive sensors detect – reliably and

without wear – metals at high switching

frequencies and accuracy.

RF-identification system

illuminatedpushbutton module

inductive sensor

ClassicLine

AirBox

e-stop

universal module

AS-interfacein the silo.

In addition to the detectionof the level and volume of theselarge tanks, the monitoring ofthe flap position is another im -portant aspect.

ClassicLine: using the ClassicLine module,

the valves of a pneumatic cylinder can be

triggered conventionally.

AirBox, a low-cost alternative to con -

ventional triggering of cylinders.

Inductive sensors, ideal for silo applica-

tions – large M18 designs, ATEX certified

sensors and sensors in plastic housing.

ClassicLine

AirBox

inductive sensors

inductive sensor

Inductive sensors reliablydetect the flap position ina silo.

Low-cost:direct triggering of thecylinders by the AS-i AirBox.

AS-interfacein machine tools.

High demands: ifm electronic hasdeveloped special system com -ponents for use in machine toolsand mobile vehicles.These sensors and actuators haveincreased shock and vibrationresistance and high resistance tooily environments.

ClassicLineSafety at Work

inductivesensor

fail-safe sensor

e-stop

flow sensor

pressuretransmitter

ClassicLine

ClassicLine 2 ampere: the 2 ampere

modules are designed for triggering large

inductive loads.

Analogue modules of the ClassicLine

series ensure quick transmission times

of 60 ms.

Fail-safe inductive sensor of the

category 4, detecting metal without

contact and without a special counterpart.

e-stop: safe e-stop with integrated

AS-i slave.

SI flow sensor: this flow sensor in a robust

stainless steel housing ensures a reliable

monitoring of gases and liquids.

Inductive sensors for the machine tool

industry – resistant to aggressive oils and

coolants. Rectangular and cylindrical

housings with thick walls.

Pressure transmitter: in addition to its

compact and robust design, the AS-i com-

patible PPA pressure transmitter moreover

features an analogue value display for the

measured relative pressure.

ifm pressure sensoron a hydraulic power unit.

SI flow sensormonitoring the temperaturein a cooling circuit.

Kostengünstig: DirekteAnsteuerung der Zylinderdurch die AS-i AirBox.

Safe detection without magnet or coded target.Inductive ifm fail-safe sensor monitoring the sliding door ofa metal press or the position of the door to the safety zone.

AS-interface in roboticsand automation.

The handling system controlsthe material flow from or tothe different processing stations.Especially here, the use ofAS-interface ensures a betteroverview of the wiring.

ClassicLine: the robust DIN rail mounting

of the FC lower part and the innovative

quick mounting technology facilitate the

integration of the field module.

RF-identification system: ingeniously

simple – identification and coding with

the RFID system from ifm electronic.

AirBox: digital inputs, extended address -

ing mode and three freely selectable

directions of the flat cable provide in -

creased flexibility.

Cylinder sensors from ifm electronic

detect the position of the pneumatic

piston and transmit the signals directly

to the AirBox.

Active AS-i module: the AC2480 module

has four digital M8 inputs despite its

small design.

ClassicLine

RF-identification system

AirBox

inductive sensors

cylinder sensor

active AS-i module

The RFID system codes andidentifies workpiece carriersin a production line.

ClassicLine: quickly and reli -ably ready for operation dueto quick mounting technology.

AS-interface in the control cabinet.

Small, decentralised connectionscan be integrated into the controlcabinet directly on site.So, the plant manufacturer canindividually set up differentplant sections. SmartLine: control cabinet modules with

25 or 50 mm width. The special advantage

regarding space comes from the three-

line arrangement of terminals.

PCB: the PCB AC2729 enables AS-i com -

patibility for all operating elements, the

PCB AC015S even for e-stops.

SmartLine

Operating element withAS-i compatibility in theauto mo tive industry.

Successful integration:the PCB gives operatingelements AS-i compatibility.

ifm cylinder sensors:wear-free and with robustfixing.

Decentralised control cabinet:convenient and economic.

AS-interface in the food industry.

ProcessLine: the splitter boxes and field

modules are specially tailored to the high

demands in the food industry.

Stainless steel insulation displacement

connector: ECOLAB certified FC insulation

displacement connector with protection

rating IP 68 / IP 69 K for the connection of

intelligent AS-i participants.

Stainless steel splitter boxes: flat cable

splitter boxes made of stainless steel pick

up the AS-i voltage and the external 24 V

supply from the AS-i flat cable.

TAA temperature sensor: temperature

transmitter with excellent response time,

high mechanical stability and protection

rating IP 69 K.

PCB: it makes valve tops AS-i compatible.

Pressure sensors: special series for hygienic

areas monitor for example the pressure in

the food and beverage industries.

They comply with the 3A, FDA and EHEDG

requirements.

ifm electronic, one of the inter -nationally leading sensor manu-facturers, provides applicationsolutions for all important areasof the food industry.There, the sensors are exposedto extreme conditions, includingacids, alkalis, cleaning agents,foam guns, temperature shocks,high-pressure cleaners and highair humidity.Therefore the requirements onthe wiring technology used areextremely high.

ProcessLine

temperature sensor

PCB

st. steelsplitter box

st. steel insulationdisplacement connector

pressure sensor

ProcessLine: st. steel mo dulewith very high protectionrating in a portioning system.

TAA temperature transmittermonitoring the system temp -erature during pasteurisation.

CompactLine: due to the compact design

and a fully potted housing the field

modules withstand even the most adverse

environmental conditions.

Hydraulic valves can also be switched via

the 2 ampere output.

AS-i pressure sensors of the type PPA are

equipped with a ceramic pressure mea -

suring cell. The values for water or oil

hydraulic pressure are measured directly

in the medium.

Inductive sensor: the inductive IMC

rec tangular design with rotatable

M12 connector and reinforced plastic

housing is ideally suited for use in harsh

environments.

AS-interface in particularlyharsh environments.

Harsh environmental conditionsplace highest demands on thesensors used.

CompactLine

AS-ipressure sensors

CompactLine

inductive sensor

Pressure sensors of thetype PPA with high shock andvibration resistance.

CompactLine used in ahardening shop.

Robust field modules:compact design with fullpotting.

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