Rockwell Automation Publication 42EF-UM001A-EN-P - September 2015 1
Chapter 1
Product Overview
Product Description
The Allen-Bradley® 42EF RightSight™ with IO-Link features a new user interface
boosting ultra-bright LEDs, in an 18 mm base and nose mount. Connecting the
42EF RightSight to IO-Link allows you to take advantage of advanced sensing
functionality including real-time diagnostics, automatic device configuration
(ADC) and access to multiple parameters.
Operation Modes
The sensor can operate in two modes:
Standard IO (SIO) Mode: T
he sensor default-operation mode. The sensor
outputs and user interface behave as described in the installation instructions
included with the product. This mode of operation is active when the sensor is
connected to digital input devices such as a PLC inputs modules, distribution
boxes, and input terminal connections.
IO-Link Mode: This
mode is automatically activated when the sensor is
connected to an IO-Link enabled master device. Upon entering this mode, the
green LED on the sensor starts blinking at a rate of one hertz to indicate that
IO-Link communication has been successfully
established with the master. The
sensor transmits more parameter and diagnostic information that can be accessed
via the PLC process data. No user intervention is required to enable this
functionality within the sensor.
Features
• New Look and User Interface. Two bright LEDs allow for 360° visible
indication helps operators verify proper sensor operation.
• Visible red light source on Diffuse
and Transmitted Beam models.
• Universal 18 mm base and nose mount for ease of assembly and added
flexi
bility.
• Linear sensing range adjustment for mod
els with sensitivity adjustment
knob.
• Improved high frequenc
y ballast immunity.
• Enhanced sensor
diagnostics on DC Diffuse and Polarized Retroreflective
when using IO-Link 1.1 point-to-point protocol helps customers
minimize machine downtime and increase productivity.
• IP69K rated
enclos
ure.
• IO-Link Features:
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