Detection of hot and cold tubes at heat treatment (wet environment)
Smart Radar Sensor for width measurement Hot Rolling Mills
Challenge
Heavy water spray during hardening and high heat from untreatedsupports pose a serious threat to nearby sensors, leading to frequentfailures.
Solution
- Infrared light barrier placed before the hardening head detects tubesearly with minimal water exposure.
- Staggered signal enables upstream detection, improving processcontrol and safety.
- Inductive proximity switches mounted underneath supports, activatedonly after hardening to avoid heat damage.
- Compact design ensures reliable performance in harsh environmentswith water and steam.
Specifications
- Range 2500 m, adjustable
- Ambient temperature -20 to +70 °C without cooling, up to +200 °C with cooling
Inductive Proximity Switch, Features : - Aluminum housing 212 x 212 x 75
- Rated operating distance (Sn) 100 mm
- AC/DC 2 wire normally open
Suggested Products & Accessories
Through-beam light barrier
Inductive proximity switch
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