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The position transducer for every challenge
Hydraulic cylinders are key components for efficiency-raising assistance systems and automation solutions in mobile machinery.
Our LiView position transducer provides you with the necessary real-time data on the position and speed of the piston – with added value thanks to its unique functional principle.
Reliable under extreme conditions: LiView meets IP6K9K and is therefore ideally suited for demanding operating conditions such as dust, dirt or severe vibrations.
For high-resolution absolute measurement, LiView utilizes the cylinder itself as a very robust measuring distance. Thus the measuring distance is optimally protected against external influences. This ensures high availability.
Install the LiView electronics directly on the cylinder or in your mobile machine. Only two small probes need a connection to the piston rod bearing - quickly and easily integrated.
The position transducer LiView is generally suitable for all cylinder lengths and piston diameters – a state-of-the-art sensor system with smart technology for all of your cylinders.
Daisy chain
You can connect several LiView position transducers in series, which reduces the cabling effort by up to 36%. In addition, only one connection is required on the machine side for several LiViews.
Integrated self-diagnosis
LiView’s condition monitoring function allows for autonomous fault detection and diagnosis, such as undervoltage or a defective probe. This reduces machine downtime in the field and increases efficiency.
Maintenance friendly
Easy access: the external processing electronics as well as the probes are easily accessible. This facilitates fast and simple maintenance without draining oil or disassembling of the cylinder.
Accurate piston position and speed information are the basis for reliable automation. LiView enables precise control over cylinder movements. For instance, this allows assisted levelling, which relieves the driver and increases productivity.
Information about the accurate outrigger position plays a major role in avoiding tipping of the machine. LiView supplies precise position data for the implementation of safe load indicators, providing increased safety.
LiView allows for precise determination of the boom position. Thereby, the driver can define a workspace in which the boom is allowed to move freely. If the boom touches the defined workspace boundaries, the machine warns the driver or automatically stops the boom. This increases safety.
If a driver repeatedly stops at certain load and drop points, he can save these piston positions. Subsequently, the system supports the driver in approaching these points quickly and precisely. This semiautomatic positioning increases productivity.
| Max. measurement range * | 10 m |
| Measured quantities | Absolute piston position / piston speed |
| Resolution | 100 μm |
| Typical repeatability | 250 μm |
| Max. pressure | 420 bar |
| Functional safety | PL d (EN ISO 13849) / SIL2 (EN IEC 61508) |
| Digital output signal | CANopen, CANopen Safety |
| Electrical connections | M12 |
| Dimensions (L/W/H) | 158,6 / 123,4 / 42,5 mm |
| IP rating | IP67 / IP68 / IP6K9K |
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