For these applications, Balluff offers the new BIC inductive coupling system, supplied in a robust stainless steel M30 housing with IP67 protection, representing a viable solution for contactless data and power transfer. It is capable of transferring power and signals quickly and safely across gaps of up to 5 mm, while ensuring optimized performance.
A maximum of 12 W is transferred, supplying 24 Vcc and 500 mA at the remote end for the sensor system.
Installation, assembly, and replacement are extremely simple thanks to the Plug and Play feature and the convenient M12 connector for connecting to the base and remote unit. Clearly visible LEDs on the unit heads, which indicate operating voltage and status, simplify adjustment and mounting. Furthermore, the systems can meet all the requirements of the assigned task with a maximum deviation angle of 18 degrees, provided the clearance is adjusted accordingly.
Designers can select the best solution from three different BIC variants; additional variants are under development. The appropriate BIC inductive coupling system can be used to implement complex tasks such as configuring a fieldbus connection responsible for bidirectional data transfer from up to 16 sensors via an IO-Link connection. In this case, only an IO-Link sensor distributor and a compatible IO-Link master would be required as additional components.
