The 4 Principles of Mounting Technology
Materials of the Mounting Technology Products
When selecting the appropriate mounting technology, the material and material resistance should be taken into account to ensure a secure hold for sensors and reflectors depending on the area of application and ambient conditions.
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MT_Stpl | MT_Alu | MT_CuZn | MT_Art | ||
Material class | Stainless steel 316L | Stainless steel 304 | Sheet steel | Aluminum | Brass | Plastic* | |
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Alloy | Iron + chrome + nickel + molybdenum | Iron + chrome + nickel | Iron + carbon | Light alloy | Copper + zinc | Various | |
Durability | +++ | +++ | ++ | ++ | ++ | + | |
Density | +++ | +++ | +++ | ++ | +++ | + | |
Durability | |||||||
Weather conditions | +++ | +++ | ++ | ++ | ++ | + | |
Chemicals industry | ++++ | +++ | ++ | ++ | ++ | + | |
Thermal performance | +++ | +++ | +++ | ++ | ++ | + | |
Surface treatment | Nickel plating (gloss stainless steel look) |
Anodizing (black/natural) |
Nickel plating (gloss stainless steel look) |
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*Greater strength is achieved with glass fiber reinforced plastic. Legend: + high, ++ → +++ → ++++ highest Note: The table contains reference values. |
Mounting Types and Subgroups of the Mounting Technology
There are many different types of mounting, from screws and angles to a complete system. The appropriate mounting depends on the respective application, the space conditions, the installation situation and the influencing factors (water, sun, cleaning agents or welding spatter).
wenglor’s mounting systems offer reliable and secure installation. Precise positioning of the sensors and reflectors is guaranteed by 360° vertical and horizontal alignment.
Other Mounting Systems and Adapters h4>
There are many different solutions from mounting system for protection column to wall mounting solutions.
Spare parts such as screws and nuts are available in different materials and sizes to meet the requirements of different applications. Many sensors and machine vision products come with matching mounting kits that include screws for direct wall or table mounting, as well as mounting plates or brackets.