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PRIMs
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PRIMs (Plug Ready Interrupter modules) are optical, non-contact position sensors that plug directly into standardized 10-pin IDC ribbon cable connectors. Position is sensed when an opaque part of an object in motion passes through the PRIMs gap and interrupts its infrared light beam. When the beam is interrupted, the resulting "in position" or "position limit" indication is read on a TTL compatible signal line (external resistor required). PRIMs incorporate this sensor, sturdy mounting tabs and its cable connector plug into a low cost, easy to use package.
Many manufacturers are still spending a lot of time and money developing small custom circuit boards whose only purpose is to provide mounting and a connector for interrupter module sensors. Other similar sensors require wire stripping and crimping of individual leads. They mount one to a cable and they still cost three times as much as a PRIM. PRIMS, by contrast, mate directly with one of the most common, readily available, low cost and easy to use cabling systems. PRIM cabling is further simplified by their ability to connect two to a cable. These cables are standard 10 conductor ribbon cables with three standard 10-pin sockets. One connector connects to each PRIM and the third connects to the interface circuitry. Both PRIMs on the cable are identical and there are no settings to cause confusion. PRIMs were designed for easy connection by a range of users from the hobbyist to the busy engineer. These devices maximize versatility with "plug and go" operation. |
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Click here to download specification sheet: Optional Mounting Kits are available for your convience. They include the following: Mounting hardware, biasing resistors and connector keys for two PRIMs and a cable connector which mates with a dual PRIM cable. Optional Cables Available |
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