PECM Issue 14 2015 | Page 130

Temperature Transmitter with Display The TD series also comes ready to use, with no programming required New temperature transmitter from ifm electronic makes life easier for food industry J ust launched by ifm electronic is the TD series, the latest addition to this leading manufacturer’s temperature sensor range, designed to make a food process plant operator’s life easier. The new TD series is an all in one unit with integrated electronics, process connector, and probe. This ‘one part number’ approach simplifies the ordering processes for the customer. On delivery the TD series offers a simplified installation process at the customer application, being ready to install, no assembly required. The TD series also comes ready to use, with no programming required – although this is made possible, by the inclusion of IO-Link. On delivery, the TD is scaled for 0-100°C (unless the 0…300°F version is ordered), and the IO-Link facility allows the user to take advantage of the full -40 to 150°C range. 130 PECM Issue 14 The new TD series is a fully hygienic instrument with ifm “look & feel”, and M12 connector, and housing in full 316 stainless steel, with an IP69K seal. G1/2” hygienic conical fitting, with more to follow. The probe length options include so far five lengths of 30, 50, 100, 150, and 250mm. With its small, one piece housing and added value of a local display at the price point of a blind unit, ifm’s TD series is believed to be unique under the hygienic temperature transmitters. There is certainly not much else on the mark WBF