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# Industrial Specification: Sensor

## 1. Technical Definition
A device that detects the position or status of a safety door and sends a signal to the interlock system.

## 2. Engineering Reasoning & Causal Matrix
> **Operational Intelligence**: Designed for **0.5-24 VDC, -40°C to +85°C ambient temperature, 0-100% relative humidity (non-condensing)**. Failure boundary: **Hall effect sensor saturation at 0.35 T magnetic flux density, contact bounce exceeding 10 ms duration, photoelectric receiver threshold below 10% of nominal light intensity**, Mechanism: **Hall effect sensor failure due to magnetic field hysteresis exceeding 50 mT coercivity, mechanical wear causing contact resistance increase beyond 100 Ω, photoelectric emitter LED degradation below 50% luminous flux output**.

### 2.1 Analytical Physics Model
Governed by the **Combined Measurement Uncertainty**:

> **Primary Equation**: $u_c = \sqrt{\sum u_i^2}$  
> **Engineering Impact**: Defines the precision confidence interval for inspection.

| Symbol | Variable Definition | Localized Reference |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| u_i | Standard Uncertainty components | Engineering Constant |

### 2.2 FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)
| Event Trigger | Severity | Failure Mode | Mitigation Strategy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Electromagnetic interference exceeding 100 V/m field strength at 10 MHz-1 GHz | 8 | Signal distortion causing false door position detection | Shielded twisted-pair cabling with 360° termination, ferrite cores at both ends providing 30 dB attenuation at 100 MHz |
| Mechanical misalignment exceeding ±2 mm from nominal position | 8 | Inconsistent magnetic field detection causing intermittent safety signals | Precision mounting bracket with 0.1 mm tolerance, laser alignment verification during installation |

## 3. Key Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Status |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| spec | Config-dependent | mm | Verified |

## 4. System BOM & Knowledge Routing
### Core Components (Recursive Links)

### Industrial DNA Context (De-duplicated)
**Complementary Dependencies**: **Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)**, **Safety Interlock System**, **Industrial Power Supply Unit**  
**Downstream Applications**: Industrial Machinery Assembly, Automated Production Line, Packaging Equipment  

## 5. Engineering Risks & FAQ
- **Caution**: 
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### Q: What materials are used in this safety door sensor's construction?
**A**: This sensor features a durable stainless steel housing for corrosion resistance, a plastic enclosure for electrical insulation, and high-quality electronic components for reliable signal transmission to interlock systems.

### Q: How does this sensor integrate with machinery safety systems?
**A**: The sensor detects the precise position or status of safety doors and immediately sends electrical signals to the interlock system, preventing machinery operation when doors are open and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

### Q: What mounting options are available for this industrial door sensor?
**A**: The sensor includes a versatile mounting bracket as part of the BOM, allowing for flexible installation on various machinery types. The electrical connector ensures secure wiring connections in industrial environments.

## 6. Manufacturing Compliance
- ISO 9001:2015 - QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
- IEC 60529:1989 - DEGREES OF PROTECTION PROVIDED BY ENCLOSURES (IP CODE)

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### 🛠️ Engineering Resource Access
🔗 **[Full Specification: Sensor](https://cnfx.com/industry/machinery-and-equipment-manufacturing/product/sensor)**

### 🌐 Knowledge Graph Topology
> **Node Status**: Verified Engineering Spec
> **Connectivity**: Linked to **4** standalone system nodes
> **Global Context**: Part of a 5,814 node industrial cluster within the CNFX Graph

> **Reference ID**: SENSOR | **Authority**: CNFX-2026-ST-001 | **Fingerprint**: a5fe26d5
