BMF 235
Sensor family
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General safety notes
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General safety notes
4.1 Determining the piston position with a rod magnet
A small rod magnet can be used to determine the travel path of the cylinder magnet and therefore the ideal sensor
position.
Determining the installation position
1.
Apply the rod magnet to the side wall or the groove
of the cylinder so that the magnet is attracted.
2.
Extend the cylinder rod completely.
⇒
The magnet will move with it.
3.
Mark the position of the magnet (center of the
magnet).
4.
Retract the cylinder rod completely.
⇒
The magnet will move with it.
3.1 Intended use
BMF 235 sensor family sensors serve to detect the position of pistons in pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders and
grippers. The sensors may only be used for the purpose for which they were developed. Consider the ambient
conditions as specified in the data sheet.
3.2 Personnel requirements
Installation and configuration are to be performed only by qualified technical personnel subject to the requirements
contained in this user’s guide as well as the valid standards and directives. Qualified technical personnel are those
who are familiar with the installation and operation of the product and have the qualification required for these activi-
ties.
3.3 Obligations of the operator
The operator is responsible for ensuring the safety and accident prevention regulations valid in specific individual
cases.
