What are the IO-Link features of the 42EF Sensor

The 42EF photoelectric sensor has many IO-Link features that help with real time data, analytics, and predictive maintenance. Take a look at the below features to see how a simple photoelectric sensor can help you keep your machines running.

• Triggered (Output status): provides indication when the target is detected
• Margin Low Alarm: provides indication when the target signal is very marginal and the sensor is about to fail
• Proximity Alarm: Indicates to the operator if there is a target in the background that may be in close proximity to the threshold
• Signal Strength: provides the raw signal strength value reflected by the target (diffuse) or the reflector (-Retro)
• Location Indication: helps customers distinguish sensors in applications where you may need to identify in a large machine
• Alignment Mode: aids operator ensure optimal alignment of the sensor in diffuse and polarized retroreflective applications
• Internal Temperature: provides the sensor’s internal temperature which helps customers determine if the sensor is operating close to its minimum and maximum temperature
• Counter: when enabled this parameter counts the amount of times the target has been detected
• Timer: Indicates the amount of time the output was present or absent which can be used to determine the how fast your system is operating