IP 69K
STANDARD
PUT TO TEST
Instrument housing and connection
datasheets often state IP 69K these
days – but what does this standard
actually mean and how are the tests
conducted? In brief, this relatively
new standard was developed by
ifm electronic to simulate the harsh
conditions instruments experience
in food and beverage plants, where
hot chemical wash-down is routinely
conducted.
By way of example, all ifm sensors
and connector cables designed for
use in food and beverage plants
are tested in accordance with the IP
69K standard. The goal is to duplicate
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pressure cleaning conditions
on a plant floor.
In the test fixture, the sensors are
exposed to a 80-100 bar spray
of water at a temperature of 80
degrees Celsius. The duration of
each cleaning cycle is 30 seconds.
The test is performed at specified
angles using a spray nozzle located
at a distance of 10-15cm from the
sensor. Ifm inductive sensors can
withstand test conditions and are
still operable providing 100% of
their sensing range.
If you found this interesting or have
questions, please contact ifm ph.
0800 289 436, or check out the
website www.ifm.com/nz for more
information.
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