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Major sub-categories: Angle, inclination, tilt | Distance | Edge, Alignment | Form, dimension, size, volume | Gap | Length, Displacement | Light barriers, curtains | Limit / position indicators | Presence | Position | Position angular | Position linear | Proximity | Thickness

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Distance measuring – contactless and reliable

Distance measuring – contactless and reliable

Dimetix AG: The DLS-C distance measuring device measures absolute distances up to 150 meters without contact and with an accuracy of 1.5 millimeters. It represents a cost-effective solution even at extreme ambient temperatures as low as -40° C,...

2011-03-29
SmartReflect – As reliable as a light barrier, as straightforward as a diffuse sensor

SmartReflect – As reliable as a light barrier ...

Baumer launches photoelectric sensors with the new SmartReflect technology for absolutely reliable object detection. These light barriers recognize objects of any kind and do not require a separate reflector or receiver. The surest type of object...

2011-03-26
Displacement sensors with a blue laser

Displacement sensors with a blue laser

Micro-Epsilon presents at first a triangulation sensor that utilise Blue Laser technology. In numerous applications, Blue Laser sensors are superior to standard sensors that use a red laser diode. When measuring on metals, particularly annealing...

2011-03-17
SIKO Inclinometer IK360

SIKO Inclinometer IK360

SIKO GmbH: "To capture every ray of sunlight", is the slogan used by small and large solar thermal systems and photovoltaic systems. Efficiency and return play a significant role. Precise solar tracking is a key factor in this process. The new...

2011-03-16
The all-rounder: Absolute Sensor MSA501

The all-rounder: Absolute Sensor MSA501

SIKO GmbH: The new MSA501 type sensor from the MagLine product line extends the popular product portfolio of SSI absolute sensors. The position values can be read via the absolute interface using SSI or RS485. A new feature is the optional...

2011-03-16
Ultrasonic sensors for quality testing of fleece

Ultrasonic sensors for quality testing of fleece

Waycon: Fleece is a nonwoven fabric of individual fibers. It consists of loose fibers, which are not linked. The strength of a fleece is based only on the fiber's own adhesion, but it can be influenced by further processing. To be able to handle...

2011-03-15
UPF ultrasonic sensors for quality testing of fleece

UPF ultrasonic sensors for quality testing of fleece

SNT Sensortechnik AG: Fleece is a nonwoven fabric of individual fibers. It consists of loose fibers, which are not linked. The strength of a fleece is based only on the fiber's own adhesion, but it can be influenced by further processing. To be...

2011-03-14
Distance measuring – contactless and reliable

Distance measuring – contactless and reliable

Dimetix AG extends with the new EDS-C Distance Sensor the existing product range. The EDS-C is a space-saving, rugged and cost-effective measuring unit. EDS-C Distance-Sensormeasures absolute distances up to 30 meters without contact. It measures,...

2011-03-01
Rugged – flat rotary sensors for confined installation space

Rugged – flat rotary sensors for confined installation space

Contelec: With its Vert-X 90E model, Contelec is launching a flat, heavy-duty non-contacting rotary sensor, which is particularly suitable for mobile applications. With a height of just 12 mm, ingress protection class IP69K and high shock and...

2011-03-01
Ethernet interface in rotary encoders – important or technical overhead?

Ethernet interface in rotary encoders – important or ...

Baumer: It really took some time until Ethernet as well-established communication standard in office technology finally conquered automation. Meanwhile, “Industrial Ethernet” has secured its place and is much appreciated by high performance...

2011-02-25
HBM supporting process safety during steering assembly for the premium sports car SLS AMG

HBM supporting process safety during steering assembly ...

HBM: With a peak performance of 420 kW, the 6.3 liter engine accelerates the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG from zero to 100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds. The highest of standards apply during production and quality control of this sports car. For example, the...

2011-02-20
The newest generation of IO-Link sensors

The newest generation of IO-Link sensors

Leuze electronic: With the HRTR 46B TEACH, Leuze electronic has developed a new sensor which enables electronic adjustment via teach in and IO-Link and thus configuration and diagnostics in the process. Scanning ranges and corresponding parameters...

2011-02-19
Capacitive Sensors with 50 mm Sensing Distance !

Capacitive Sensors with 50 mm Sensing Distance !

Rechner Sensors: Record sensing distance with the new High Performance Proximity Sensors from RECHNER. The M32 threaded sensor with 5 cm active area allows a flush mounting sensing distance of more then 50 mm. This corresponds to 5 times the Sn of...

2011-02-16
Capacitive Proximity Sensors with Triclamp Process Connection For ATEX Zone 20

Capacitive Proximity Sensors with Triclamp Process ...

Rechner Sensors: Great News for the food and pharmaceutical industry. RECHNER-Sensors now offer sensors with a Triclamp process connection for ATEX Zone 20. These capacitive sensors are designed for the level control of bulk materials. It goes...

2011-02-16
Magnetic cylinder sensors with improved performance

Magnetic cylinder sensors with improved performance

Baumer: Due to the ever increasing market requirements, Baumer launches a new generation of magnetic cylinder sensors for detecting the exact position of pistons in pneumatic cylinders. The new cylinder sensors available for T und C slots have...

2011-01-26
Laser sensor for particularly demanding applications

Laser sensor for particularly demanding applications

Baumer: With three new sensors Baumer expands its OADM 13 family of distance measuring laser sensors. Thanks to innovative technical improvements, the laser class 1 sensors solve particularly demanding, so far unresolved tasks. At the same time,...

2011-01-26
Large selection of robust stainless steel encoders

Large selection of robust stainless steel encoders

Baumer: Sensor products deployed in harsh environments demand specific housing and sealing techniques as protection against the prevailing adverse conditions. Typical application examples can be found in the chemicals industry, offshore, in...

2011-01-26
Encoders with modular Ethernet interfaces

Encoders with modular Ethernet interfaces

Baumer: Thanks to high-grade performance merged with ease-of-use, Ethernet provides the ideal basis for effective data communication in industrial automation. As a consequence, industry-standard Ethernet interfaces are becoming increasingly...

2011-01-25
Vented DC-DC LVDT for high-pressure environments

Vented DC-DC LVDT for high-pressure environments

Pewatron’s DC-DC LVDT Series 240 of precision linear displacement transducers from Trans-Tek is widened with a specially designed model for high-pressure applications. When exposed to a non-conductive and non-corrosive fluid or gas up to 350bar...

2011-01-22
Muting accessories for light barriers

Muting accessories for light barriers

Leuze electronic: With the new Muting Sensor Sets for the MLD Multiple Light Beam Safety Devices from Leuze electronic, muting solutions can now be implemented in an even quicker and easier manner. The sets with pre-mounted and adjusted muting...

2011-01-19
High Performance Capacitive Sensors

High Performance Capacitive Sensors

Rechner Sensors are now offering an M12 version of their new high performance standard. The new format is available with an ultra-bright, all round visible LED, and in a chemically resistant housing. The sensors hava a medium optimised adjustable...

2011-01-16
Capacitive High Performance Sensors from Rechner

Capacitive High Performance Sensors from Rechner

Rechner Sensors: Sensing distance indication (Si) is a new option available with the capacitive High Performance Sensors from Rechner. In addition to the green-yellow LED, which as usual shows power-on and operation state, there is a further...

2011-01-16
Double Security with RECHNER High Performance Sensors and holders

Double Security with RECHNER High Performance Sensors ...

Rechner High Performance Proximity Sensors provide a specialised solution, compared with other non-high performance sensors. The user will notice the large sensing distance and the excellent resolution with the adjustment of the sensors. This...

2011-01-16
Capacitive Sensor for level monitoring of conductive products

Capacitive Sensor for level monitoring of conductive ...

Rechner Sensors: Level control of extremely conductive media is a recognised problem for a good many users. Products that may appear to be non-adhesive can often leave an almost invisible but highly conductive film on the sensor body, making level...

2011-01-16
AV58M – absolute analogue magnetic encoder – with signal adjustment at the touch of a button

AV58M – absolute analogue magnetic encoder – with signal ...

SIKO GmbH: With the AV58M SIKO GmbH has expanded its product range by the addition of an absolute encoder with analogue output, in which the gear ratio is not defined in advance. The AV58M’s resolution is 12 bit throughout the entire measurement...

2011-01-16
Customized ultrasonic level sensors with 3 binary outputs

Customized ultrasonic level sensors with 3 binary outputs

SNT Sensortechnik AG: For certain level control tasks sensors with more than one binary output are often favorable. SNT Sensortechnik AG offered so far ultrasonic UPK sensors with one or two PNP outputs. The same sensors with distance ranges from...

2011-01-14
Vert-X EasyAdapt Evaluation Kit for user programming of Vert-X rotary sensors

Vert-X EasyAdapt Evaluation Kit for user programming of ...

Contelec: With its absolute-measuring magnetic rotary sensors of the Vert-X MH-C2 family, Contelec has extended the scope of flexibility of angle measurement, enabling customer-specific user programming of the various parameters, such as...

2010-12-29
Rotary sensors – miniaturization with maximum performance

Rotary sensors – miniaturization with maximum performance

Contelec: The possibility of untying Gordian knots through commitment and a high level of engineering expertise is clearly demonstrated by Contelec with its miniaturized rotary sensors. These make no concessions in terms of performance compared...

2010-12-29
Rotary sensor for heavy-duty applications

Rotary sensor for heavy-duty applications

Contelec: With the high-end version of the contactless Vert-X 28 rotary sensor, Contelec is launching an angle sensor created for demanding heavy-duty (HD) applications. Mounted in a sealed aluminium body, the compact Vert-X 28HD rotary sensor is...

2010-12-29
Robust Sensors for Cranes and Heavy Vehicles

Robust Sensors for Cranes and Heavy Vehicles

Baumer: Hardly any other application demands more from a sensor product than outdoor deployment. Operation and functionalities must not be affected by frequent and extreme temperature fluctuations, heavy impacts by shocks and vibrations, moisture,...

2010-12-26
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