Safety notes
Intended use
The BTL magnetostrictive linear position sensor, together with a machine controller (e.g. PLC), comprises a position measuring system. It is intended to be installed into a machine or system and used in the industrial sector.
Proper function according to the specifications in the technical data is only assured when the product is used solely as described in the user’s guide and the respective documents as well as in compliance with the technical specifications and requirements and only with suitable original Balluff accessories.
Otherwise, there is deemed to be unintended use. Unintended use is not permitted and will result in the loss of warranty and liability claims against the manufacturer.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse
The product is not intended for the following applications and areas and may not be used there:
In safety-oriented applications in which personal safety depends on the device function
In explosive atmospheres
In food applications
General safety notes
Activities such as installation, connection and commissioning may only be carried out by qualified personnel.
Qualified personnel are persons whose technical training, knowledge and experience as well as knowledge of the relevant regulations allow them to assess the work assigned to them, recognize possible hazards and take appropriate safety measures.
The operator is responsible for ensuring that local safety regulations are observed.
In particular, the operator must take steps to ensure that a defect in the product will not result in hazards to persons or equipment.
The product must not be opened, modified or changed. If defects and unresolvable faults occur in the product, take it out of service and secure against unauthorized use.
Cybersecurity
The product must be used in a secure environment. The operator or manufacturer of the machine is responsible for ensuring the machine is cybersecure. This also includes a cybersecurity risk analysis.It is important to plan and implement security measures based on this risk analysis. The operator or manufacturer must ensure that all persons working with the device have received cybersecurity training.
Cybersecure Environment:
To ensure cybersecurity, you must protect components, networks, and systems from unauthorized access and ensure data integrity.
Recommended Measures:
Take organizational and technical measures for network-capable devices and software.
Implement an information security management system (ISMS) to manage all information security measures.
Cybersecurity Resources:
We recommend using a network secured according to the state of the art. The device are intended for use at Purdue Level 0 “Field Level / Sensors”.
Note on Purdue Level 0: Purdue Level 0 refers to the lowest level of the Purdue reference architecture for industrial automation systems. This level includes the physical sensors and actuators directly connected to the production environment. Devices at this level are responsible for real-time data acquisition and processing. Access to the devices from outside should only be possible for known and trusted devices and authorized users.
The sensor and its interfaces must be protected against unauthorized physical access by appropriate measures, such as machine access control or physical barriers.
The sensor does not have a digital interface accessible to the user.