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SiPM Module

SiPM Module

First Sensor presents a new development module for its silicon photomultipliers (SiPMs) for the detection of ultra-low light levels in the wavelength range from 350 nm to 900 nm. The module integrates a stable voltage supply, signal amplification,...

2017-04-17
Precision thickness measurement using a compact sensor system

Precision thickness measurement using a ...

Micro-Epsilon: The thicknessSENSOR is particularly well suited to precision measurement of narrow strips. This compact sensor system from Micro-Epsilon extends the C-frame product range for thickness measurement. The sensor provides extremely high...

2017-03-15
Leuze electronic presents the CML 700i measuring light curtain – now also in a model with PROFINET interface

Leuze electronic presents the CML 700i ...

Leuze electronic: With the new model of the CML 700i PROFINET measuring light curtain in IP65 housing, Leuze electronic continues the development of this series in the direction of flexible communication. In addition to the interfaces previously...

2017-03-03
Compact, even with the highest safety requirements

Compact, even with the highest safety ...

Leuze electronic: With the SLS 518, Leuze electronic expands its product line of single beam safety devices of the SLS series with a new, compact and economical type 4 model. It is especially well suited for access and point of operation guarding...

2017-01-16
Leuze electronic - with smart sensors at LogiMAT 2017

Leuze electronic - with smart sensors at LogiMAT

Leuze electronic: From March 14 to 16 Leuze electronic is appearing at LogiMAT 2017, the international trade show for distribution, material and information flow in Stuttgart as the leading manufacturer for optical sensors as well as an...

2017-01-16
PosCon CM for measurement of round objects without reflector

PosCon CM for measurement of round objects ...

Baumer: The latest member of the Baumer light section sensors family, PosCon CM allows non-contact, precise and above all, simple measurement of circle center, diameter, highest position and left and right positions of round objects up to an...

2017-01-05
Optical sensors from First Sensor lift off

Optical sensors from First Sensor lift off

First Sensor: In June, the DLR (German Aerospace Center) launched their satellite BIROS into space, the second from their FireBIRD mission. Both FireBIRD small satellites were developed under the direction of the DLR Institute for Optical Sensor...

2017-01-02
Series 9.5 APDs

Series 9.5 APDs

First Sensor: The new Series 9.5 avalanche photodiodes from First Sensor feature an increased sensitivity in the near infrared (NIR) wavelength range up to 950 nm. Due to its fast rise time and very low dark current the photodiodes are ideal for...

2016-12-29
Leuze electronic is the world market leader champion 2017

Leuze electronic is the world market leader ...

Leuze electronic: In 2016, Leuze electronic was included in the world market leader index (WMF index) for the first time, as the champion in the field of optical sensors. Leuze electronic was also awarded the "World market leader champion 2017"...

2016-12-16
Leuze electronic on course for double-digit growth

Leuze electronic on course for double-digit ...

Leuze electronic: The combination of innovative technologies, user orientation and the company's most important asset, the sensor people, has been the secret of the company's success. In accordance with the strong growth of the company, new...

2016-11-17
Light array with separate amplifier

Light array with separate amplifier

Balluff: Optical window sensors are typically used for reliable detection and exact counting of fast-flying or falling parts in production or packaging processes. However, if the installation space is particularly small or if difficult working...

2016-11-01
BOS 08E red light sensor with background suppression and IO-Link

BOS 08E red light sensor with background ...

Balluff: Photoelectric minisensors from Balluff stand out not only with their switching precision, but also their compact form factors and low weight. New in this lineup is the first tubular mini-sensor with background suppression (HGA) and...

2016-10-28
Photoelectric Distance Sensor BOD 23 K

Photoelectric Distance Sensor BOD 23 K

Balluff: Laser distance sensors are a great thing. They operate on the principle of light time-of-flight and can perform high-precision measurements with especially great accuracy and resolution over long distances without a reflector. They are...

2016-10-26
Leuze electronic celebrates the one millionth switching sensor of the 46B series

Leuze electronic celebrates the one millionth ..

Leuze electronic: Since its market launch in 2005, the 46B series generation of sensors has set new standards in optical sensors. With the 46C series, its successor – a further development of the 46B series – is ready to go. The one...

2016-10-20
Laser-optical thickness measurement

Laser-optical thickness measurement

Micro-Epsilon: The new thicknessSENSOR from Micro-Epsilon opens up even more diverse application possibilities in terms of non-contact thickness measurement. The sensor works extremely precisely combined with ease of use and a compact design,...

2016-09-13
Leuze electronic in the world market leader index

Leuze electronic in the world market leader ...

Leuze electronic: On August 15, 2016, Leuze electronic was included in the world market leader index (WMF index) of the University of St. Gallen as the champion in the field of optical sensors. To qualify for the champions category, a company must...

2016-09-06
Sensor Technology pushes the envelope with key product developments

Sensor Technology pushes the envelope with ...

Sensor Technology: New and developing technologies will be the theme on the stand of one the regular exhibitors at this year’s Sensors & Instrumentation, the exhibition for test, measurement and control engineers, 28-29 September 2016,...

2016-08-18
From pattern detection to rapid position identification: SICK's PS30 pattern sensor for increase flexibility and reduced material consumption

From pattern detection to rapid position identif

SICK AG's new PS30 sensor is a scanning opto-electronic sensor for rapid and precise position identification and presence detection for labels, packaging materials, or tubes. The PS30 is able to detect complex patterns even when objects are moving...

2016-07-11
SG for fiber composites available immediately ex stock from HBM

Flexible and rugged weldable optical strain ...

HBM is expanding its selection of optical strain transducers to offer even more flexibility in strain gauge measurement applications. The key features of these sensors are their rugged design and flexibility. HBM has developed flexible, weldable...

2016-05-09
New Future-Oriented Product Architecture Expanded to Include Variant Specifically for the US Market

New Future-Oriented Product Architecture ...

Pepperl+Fuchs: In time for the Hannover Messe 2016 trade fair - and perfect for partner country the USA - Pepperl+Fuchs introduces the new R103 series for the first time. It complements the successful new generation of compact photoelectric...

2016-04-22
Small, compact, resistant – LAR laser sensor

Small, compact, resistant – LAR laser sensor

Waycon: The new generation LAR laser triangulation sensors by WayCon Positionsmesstechnik are small, compact sensors for different applications. The optical sensors are extremely resistant to a variety of surfaces and are further suitable to...

2016-03-18
Optical sensors make the running

Optical sensors make the running

Micro-Epsilon: Racing cars from the Tuning Akademie Ingolstadt not only come with an immense horsepower but also include measurement technology provided by Micro-Epsilon. The laser-optical distance sensors optimize vehicle performance through...

2016-03-01
The right sensors for any application - Specific fields of use for magnetic and optical measuring systems

The right sensors for any application

SIKO GmbH: Precise length measurement is one of the basic conditions for industrial production. In this regard, the requirements of the measuring systems are just as wide ranging as the fields of application in which the sensors are used. Since it...

2016-01-20
Innovative Features and Intelligent Functions Combined in an Innovative Product Architecture

Innovative Features and Intelligent Functions ..

Pepperl+Fuchs unveiled the R100 and R101 series, new generation of standard photoelectric sensors in a compact design. They are the first series to feature a new, innovative product architecture, and combine a host of state-of-the-art technologies...

2016-01-18
Transparent detection without compromises with SmartReflect Transparent, the light barrier without a reflector

Transparent detection without compromises ...

Baumer: The O300 and O500 SmartReflect Transparent sensors set new standards in the detection of transparent objects. The light barrier without a reflector is the only sensor in its class to detect transparent objects of any shape or structure up...

2015-12-02
Extra safety, comfort and efficiency

Extra safety, comfort and efficiency

SIKO GmbH: Whether in mobile cranes, vehicle- or truck-mounted cranes, intelligent sensors are nowadays indispensable for this entire range of cranes. Accurate detection of the support jack, the angle of the slewing ring, the angle of the overall...

2015-11-27
Photoelectric sensors R100 and R101

Photoelectric sensors R100 and R101

Pepperl+Fuchs: The R100 and R101 are available in standard, assembly-compatible housing designs and offer photoelectric sensors for both detection and measurement. They include thru-beam sensors, retroreflective sensors, including those with...

2015-11-23
O300 and O500 photoelectric sensors in hygienic and washdown design for extra reliability in critical environments

O300 and O500 photoelectric sensors in ...

Baumer: With the new O300 and O500 sensors in hygienic and washdown design, Baumer offers maximum reliability, comfort and minimum operating costs. In conjunction with the proTect+ impermeability concept for a long service life and IO-Link, the...

2015-11-13
Robust Laser Sensor with IO-Link

Robust Laser Sensor with IO-Link

Turck introduced a rugged, versatile laser sensor designed for difficult distance-based applications over a range of 25-300 mm. The new Q4X, developed by Turck's optic partner Banner Engineering, reliably detects distance...

2015-11-02
Vibration Resistant for Presses

Vibration Resistant for Presses

Leuze electronic: Special V-models of the MLC 500 series safety light curtains have been optimized explicitly for applications subject to strong vibrations, such as for safe-guarding presses and punching machines. The MLC 500 series is unusually...

2015-10-28
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