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Standardised IO-Link technology (IEC 61131-9) makes communication with sensors and actuators simple and economical. The result of an evolutionary development, this low-cost connection technology with three or five conductors achieves point-to-point connection without complex wiring and with minimal material requirements.

The IO-Link® position transmitter with two programmable proximity switches is the universal solution for all compact drives such as compact cylinders and grippers. As a position transmitter, it provides continuous feedback on the piston position within the sensing range. The proximity switch function replaces a second proximity switch thanks to the two programmable switching outputs in one device.

Whether it is for monitoring screwing in, riveting, ultrasonic welding, pressing or adhesive bonding processes, piston positions always need to be detected in order to ensure high repetition accuracy.

Now there is an inexpensive alternative to costly positional transducers or mechanical potentiometers: the programmable SDAT-MHS for analogue feedback signals.

With the innovative Multi-Carrier-System MCS®, a joint development by Festo and Siemens, you are on the right track. Thanks to the modular design of the transport system, it can be combined with conventional transport solutions, adding the functionality of the MCS® where needed in the process.

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