Zero-leak Test

Challenge
In repetitive thermal shock environments, traditional plastic sensors can have a wicking effect allowing moisture ingress. This can ultimately lead to sensor failure.

Thermal shock test
In pressure cleaning environments, proximity sensors can be exposed to extreme temperature conditions. A thermal shock test was performed on the stainless steel metal face sensors by cycling the temperature between 0° C and 100° C in short time intervals.

Results
After 1,000 hours in this test, ifm’s metal face washdown sensor performs to 100% of its sensing range.

Thermal Shock

Challenge
In repetitive thermal shock environments, traditional plastic sensors can have a wicking effect allowing moisture ingress. This can ultimately lead to sensor failure.

Thermal shock test
In pressure cleaning environments, proximity sensors can be exposed to extreme temperature conditions. A thermal shock test was performed on the stainless steel metal face sensors by cycling the temperature between 0° C and 100° C in short time intervals.

Results
After performing this test, the ifm’s metal face sensor still functions normally with 100% of its sensing range and zero ingress.