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MNI40 – The New Magnetic Rotary Encoder from Pepperl+Fuchs for Continuous Use under Harsh Conditions

The new MNI40 magnetic incremental rotary encoder is based on the latest AMR/GMR technology and is contained in an encapsulated and compact IP67 housing. It combines an exceptionally robust measuring system with intelligent diagnostic and adjustment functions in a compact unit.

Inclination sensor approved for use in public highway traffic applications.

In Germany, sensors that are installed in vehicles require the approval of the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (Federal Motor Vehicle Authority). The F99 Inclination Sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs received the e1 type approval in November 2008.

Simply safer: AS-Interface safety switches and enabling switches

These mechanical locking devices have LEDs for AS-Interface and fault conditions as well as separate actuators. With a width of just 40 mm they are perfectly adapted to current door profiles. The robust, rotating head in hardened steel guarantees flexibility and long life.

“Best Product Award 2008”: And the winner is …

Readers of the magazine A&D (Automation & Drives) have decided: The Best Product Award 2008 goes to VMT Bildverarbeitungssysteme GmbH for their innovations in image processing. The choice was made from all the products presented during 2008 in the image processing and ident technology category.

Greater Flexibility for RFID Identification Systems in all Frequency Ranges

In many applications, e.g., on machine tools, RFID Systems must be small and adaptable. The new IDENTControl Compact interface unit from Pepperl+Fuchs satisfies both requirements and supports all RFID tags with 125 kHz, 250kHz, 13.56 MHz, 868 MHz and 2.45GHz frequencies. It offers extremely high stability against electromagnetic influence and can be mounted to suit the application...