ifm LR DEVICE (order no. QA0012) is a dedicated parameter setting software designed for IO-Link sensors and actuators
Steps to Obtain the Software:
Navigate to ifm.com → Support & Downloads → Software.
Search for "LR DEVICE" or use the product filter (Level Sensors → LR Series → Accessories).
Locate the latest version (e.g., LR_Device_Setup_v2.1.x.exe).
Download the installer (approx. 150–200 MB).
Optional: Download the corresponding USB driver (IO-Link Virtual COM port driver).
Final checklist for success:
Visit the ifm Official Website: Go to the official ifm website (www.ifm.com) and navigate to the "Downloads" or "Software" section.
Select Your Device: Choose your ifm LR device model from the list of available products.
Select Your Software: Click on the software tab and select the ifm LR device software compatible with your device.
Fill Out the Form (if required): Some downloads may require you to fill out a form with your contact information.
Download the Software: Click the download link to get the software.
Visual Interface: Provides a clear representation of process values through graphic visualization, which helps in optimizing setup times and monitoring communication quality. ifm lr device software download
Firmware Update: Updating the internal operating system of the sensor.
Parameter Download: Transferring configuration settings (tag names, scaling, switch points) to the device.
Hardware: Intel Dual Core 2.0 GHz CPU, 2 GB RAM, and at least 5 GB of free hard disk space. ifm LR DEVICE (order no
Installation and Setup
Installation steps:
Disable antivirus temporarily (false positives occasionally occur with industrial tools)
Run as administrator – Right-click the downloaded .exe or .msi file and select “Run as administrator”
Accept license agreement – Read and accept the ifm software license
