Fiber switches

The OFS Series optical fiber switches are designed for use with plastic fiber in potentially explosive environments. The switches require no electricity, explosion-proof enclosures, or energy-limiting barriers. The devices interface with the company`s fiberoptic photoelectric sensors, which are placed in a nonhazardous area. Four groups of switches are available: operator interface switches, heavy-duty limit switches, optomagnetic proximity switches, and optical temperature sensors.

Sep 1st, 1997

Fiber switches

The OFS Series optical fiber switches are designed for use with plastic fiber in potentially explosive environments. The switches require no electricity, explosion-proof enclosures, or energy-limiting barriers. The devices interface with the company`s fiberoptic photoelectric sensors, which are placed in a nonhazardous area. Four groups of switches are available: operator interface switches, heavy-duty limit switches, optomagnetic proximity switches, and optical temperature sensors.

Banner Engineering Corp., Minneapolis, MN

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