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Pressure Sensor Enables Condition Monitoring to Reduce Pneumatic System Losses

Emerson’s IIoT-enabled Aventics PE5 pressure sensor alerts for excessive compressed air leaks, pressure drops and power supply issues.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Editor, Ink World Magazine

Pressure losses in pneumatic systems can be costly and affect machine efficiency. Emerson’s new Aventics PE5 pressure sensor from Emerson measures systems losses and will alert when the leakage rate exceeds a predetermined value. This enables excessive leaks to be diagnosed early and addressed before they become a major issue. An IO-Link connection makes it simple to connect to an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) network. The sensor can be fitted on new installations or easily added to an ex...

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