Condition monitoring with vibration monitoring

New vibration sensor from IPF

High availability of machines and systems can only be achieved through continuous condition monitoring. An essential component of this is the detection of mechanical oscillations caused by the acceleration, speed changes or displacements of moving components such as motors, gears, roller bearings or industrial fans.

For the reliable detection of these measured variables, IPF provides the compact vibration sensor WF210020 with an IO-Link interface.

The sensor in stainless steel housing with a degree of protection of IP67 is ideal for use in demanding industrial environments.

Despite its compact design, the WF210020 enables comprehensive monitoring of the following parameters: Vibration velocity (v-RMS, mm/s,) - e.g. for monitoring component fatigue, vibration acceleration and peak value of vibration acceleration (a-RMS and a-Peak, g) - e.g. for monitoring mechanical friction and mechanical impacts, as well as monitoring temperature (°C) - monitoring temperature increases caused by excessive friction or other effects (e.g. within the electrical system).

The maximum acceleration to be recorded is ±15g, the maximum speed is 128 mm/s. The frequency range adjustable via IO-Link is 10...1000Hz.

The measured values can be output either via an analog output (4...20 mA) or via two configurable switching outputs. The integrated IO-Link interface also enables simple start-up and individual parameterization of the sensor. For mounting, the magnetic holder AY000189 with a very high holding force of up to 350 N is available for mounting.