OSC interface technology for on-site configuration

The OSC variants of Turck's IM(X) interface device series can now be parameterized in the field via rotary dial switches

Turck is expanding the IMX interface device series with variants that can be parameterized directly on the device via rotary dial switches. The limit values of the OSC (onsite configuration) variants can thus be easily set in the field using a screwdriver. The speed monitors, temperature measuring amplifiers and trip amplifiers are especially useful in stand-alone applications where there is no system infrastructure to assign parameters from a central location. Turck offers both IMX12-OSC variants for Ex environments and IM12-OSC devices for safe environments.

The OSC models offer all the benefits of the standard IM12 and IMX12 interface devices. They meet SIL2 and are approved for the same markets as the standard devices. The IMX12 require a mounting width of 12.5 mm in the control cabinet and are suitable for use in areas up to ATEX Zone 2. The signal connection is made with screw or spring terminals and the optional power supply is connected via the Powerbridge connector on the back.

Turck initially offers three device types: the IM(X)-FI speed monitor, the IM(X)-TI temperature measuring amplifier and the IM(X)-AI analog shutdown amplifier - each with one channel.