Inclination sensors

General informationNotes and explanationsGeneral introductionSegment input and outputThe machine is operated by means of different control elements. By usingcabinet modules, I/O modules for use in operating and control panels, theinformation from joysticks, switches and pushbuttons is transmitted to theprocess controller via CAN bus where it is processed. The PDM360 graphicdisplay informs the operator about the machine’s operational status.Meaningful symbols and texts help to quickly locate possible errors. Operationaland diagnostic data can be stored on memory cards if necessary. Incase of service they provide significant information on the application andthe cause of the failure. If, in addition, the CAN / GSM radio modem CANcomis integrated into the network error messages can directly be sent to the servicedepartment or to the machine manufacturer. Especially with machineswhich are used worldwide considerable service cost savings can be made.Segment working element or vehicle bodyThis segment is the actual operating process of the machine. Decentralisedoutput modules trigger the hydraulic valves. For the operation of proportionalvalves these modules also feature current-controlled PWM outputs. Thecurrent value is transmitted via the bus and controlled by the module.Furthermore sensor signals are read by the bus modules and transmitted tothe process controller.In small machines as well as in large and complex systems whole functionalunits are controlled by intelligent slave modules such as the SmartController.These freely programmable devices directly process all relevant signals of thecorresponding machine function. Depending on the type of machine orvehicle only status messages and processed data are transmitted to otherparticipants in the network.The CAN / GSMradio modemdirectly transmitsmachine dataand error messagesto the servicedepartment.Robust I/O modulesfor decentraliseduse in mobileapplicationsVisit our website: www.ifm.com8