Link Clamps and Levers
Ultrasonic Position Sensing TuffLink Link Clamps
Ultrasonic Position Sensing TuffLink Link Clamps Available as TuffLink Link Clamp with capacities of 1,400 lbs., 2,400 lbs., 3,600 lbs., and 5,000 lbs. Ultrasonic Position Sensing provides live position feedback with high accuracy and repeatability. Ultrasonic Clamps can be used with the Data Link System (DLS) for easy integration. All dimensions between standard TuffLink and Ultrasonic TuffLink Clamps are the same except for those noted in the table and drawing.
D-13
Model No.
Cylinder Capacity (lbs)
A (in)
B (in)
(D/A) TuffLink Link Clamp Cylinders actuated hydraulically both directions.
16-3218-00-US 16-3222-00-US 16-3228-00-US 16-3232-00-US
1,400 2,400 3,600 5,000
0.413 0.514 0.407 0.444 0.413 0.464 0.290 0.464
Ultrasonic Position Sensing Clamps Ultrasonic Position Sensing Clamps provide accurate and repeatable live clamp position measurements.
A
B
Sensing available for TuffCam Swing Clamps (page C-19), VersaCam Swing Clamps (page C-50), TuffLink Link Clamps (page D-13), and Block Body Cylinders (page I-9). Repeat accuracy of +/-0.002". Allowable maximum pressure of 5000 psi. Accuracy unaffected by heat up to 185° F. Communication through IO-Link, discrete IO, or analog. All components are rated to at least IP67. All-in-one Vektek ultrasonic position sensing package available for easy integration. How does ultrasonic position sensing work? The ultrasonic sensor sends an ultrasonic pulse from the bottom of the clamp and the signal is reflected back to the sensor at the bottom of the plunger. The sensor measures the return time and gives an accurate position based off how quickly the pulse returns. Set up the desired clamping and unclamping ranges using the Data Link System (DLS). Ultrasonic sensors can also be set manually. During operation, the DLS will send a go signal to the machine if the clamps are in the correct position and no signal if the clamps are out of position.
1.428 OD 1 5/16 Hex
1.18 OD 27 mm Hex
39.4 (1m) Cable
Distance For Unclamp Location
A Coded M12 Cable
ILS160022 REV A
Ultrasonic Sensor
Route M12 Cable Through Fixture To IO-Link Hub
Pin
Signal 1 L+ (Operating voltage +, SIO 10...30 V, IO-Link 18...30V) 2 I/Q (Digital input/digital output/analog output) 3 L-(Operating voltage -) 4 C/Q (IO-Link communication/digital output in SIO mode)
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4
2
3
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