Reliable Monitoring of Oil Mist Flow
The IFX-F Mist Sensor is an optical sensor designed to monitor oil mist flow in lubrication and Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) systems. Using patented detection technology, it continuously verifies the presence of atomized lubricant and immediately signals any interruption or deviation from the programmed flow rate
Why Use the IFX-F?
Insufficient or excessive lubrication can lead to:
- Premature tool wear
- Machine damage
- Reduced process quality
- Unplanned downtime
The IFX-F helps ensure that the correct amount of lubricant reaches the application point, improving process reliability and equipment protection.
Typical Application:
The IFX-F is ideal for:
- Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) systems
- Machine tool lubrication monitoring
- Lubrication lines monitoring
- Atomized fluid delivery systems
- Detection of blocked or interrupted lubrication lines
To prevent damage caused by insufficient lubrication; to monitor blockages in mist supply lines; to ensure that the correct amount of atomized fluid has been supplied neither more nor less than the preset reference value.
Special technical features/innovations:
- Electronic and optical control through LED
- High measuring precision
- Full scale calibration
- Programmable by means of external terminal with application software
- Compact construction
Key Benefits
- Reliable mist flow monitoring
- Early detection of lubrication faults
- Protection against damage caused by insufficient lubrication
- Programmable thresholds for different applications
- Easy installation
How it works
The sensor compares the actual mist flow with a programmed reference value.
- Green LED: flow within the set range
- Red LED: flow interruption or deviation detected
- Alarm output: external signal for system monitoring
Minimum and maximum threshold values can be configured according to the application.
The IFX-F Sensor allows the immediate detection of mist flow rate. The sensor consists of a transmitter diode that projects a beam of light onto a detection target. Using patented technology, the sensor detects the image variation caused by the presence of fluid in the form of mist. This allows the sensor to detect the flow rate of the mist passing through the tube.
The detection of pre-set value of flow rate causes the turning on of green LED. Any flow interruption or change (increase or decrease) in fluid flow compared to the target value generates an external signal and a red LED light turns on. Configurable control range with min and max value thresholds. The check reference flow rate is set at first programming stage; a optional programming software PC compatible can also be used.
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