Mechanical limit stops from ipf

Extremely precise and robust

The trend in automation is clearly moving in the direction of contactless detection. Nevertheless, there are always applications in which mechanical solutions cannot be dispensed with due to a wide variety of ambient conditions. Mechanical limit switches are often used here, but their specific designs mean that they have only limited compatibility when it comes to mounting.

As a real alternative, the mechanical limit stops from ipf electronic are recommended instead.

With these robust metal attachment adapters for the inductive sensors of the IB06, IB09 and IB12 series, queries in confined spaces can be solved in a simple and reliable way. They usually consist of a metric metal sleeve in the M8 and M12 designs, which can be fastened by means of a thread or with a solution from ipf electronic's range of accessories. The corresponding inductive sensor can then be adapted with a suitable holder or bracket.

Located in the stop tappet itself is a steel pin with spring return mechanism. In addition, this steel pin, which moves in the axial direction, is hardened at the front end to ensure increased resistance against wear. Because the stroke of the steel pin is limited, the sensor surface cannot be bumped into, thereby avoiding what would otherwise result in damage to the detector coil in the sensor head.

The mechanical limit stops from ipf electronic have a very high repeatability and are extremely precise with a switching point accuracy of ±0.01mm. The selection also includes solutions with blind hole to vary the actuating element.