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Surface-mount transmissive optical sensors

May 3, 2016 By Andrew Zistler

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has introduced two new AEC-Q101-qualified surface-mount transmissive optical sensors for automotive and industrial applications. Offered in a compact 5.5 mm by 4 mm by 5.7 mm package, the Vishay Semiconductors single-channel TCPT1600X01 and dual-channel TCUT1600X01 feature an increased dome height compared to previous-generation devices. Thanks to their tall dome design, the devices […]

Filed Under: Optical Tagged With: vishay

Baumer LX VisualApplets industrial cameras with image preprocessing

April 4, 2016 By Andrew Zistler

Baumer is pleased to announce series production of LX VisualApplets cameras with integrated image preprocessing. These cameras are capable of image preprocessing in the camera’s FPGA without the need for expensive and complex VHDL programming. They utilize the graphical programming environment VisualApplets by Silicon Software, thanks to which even non-expert users without extensive programming experience […]

Filed Under: Image sensing, Optical, Optics, Smart cameras, Vision software, Vision systems Tagged With: Baumer

CMOS vision sensors handle 1,000 frames/sec

February 17, 2016 By Andrew Zistler

The latest industrial camera generation USB 3 uEye CP from IDS is now available with the CMOS sensors PYTHON 500, PYTHON 2000 and PYTHON 5000 from ON Semiconductor. In addition to the fully-established PYTHON 1300, IDS Imaging Development Systems offers three more members of the sensor series. The sensors are designed to provide high-speed, reaching […]

Filed Under: Image sensing, Lighting, Optical, Optics, Vision software Tagged With: ids

Optical Linear Encoder Copes with Dust and Fingerprints

October 20, 2015 By Randy Frank

Applications for an optical linear encoder that can or have had problems with dust and fingerprints are prime targets for NUMERIK JENA’s LIA 2 series optical linear encoder. The encoder has a 20 micron grating period with the graduation applied to either a glass or steel scale substrate. The steel scale substrate options include: industry- […]

Filed Under: Encoder, Featured, Optical Tagged With: HEIDENHAIN Corporation, NUMERIK JENA

Solid-state silicon photomultiplier advantages

October 12, 2015 By Mike Santora

First-Sensor-SIPM-PR-1

First Sensor extends its range of optical sensors with innovative solid-state silicon photomultipliers (SiPMs) for the detection of ultra-low light levels down to single photons. Compared to conventional photomultiplier tubes, SiPMs offer low operating voltage, temperature stability, immunity to magnetic fields and a much smaller size for easy system integration. The detectors are optimized for […]

Filed Under: Optical Tagged With: firstsensor

Obtain Motion Feedback in High Vacuum Environments

September 28, 2015 By Randy Frank

For motion feedback measurements in high and ultra-high vacuum applications, NUMERIK JENA’s LIK 2 optical linear encoder series could provide the solution. Designed for environments with only 10-9 mBar of pressure, the 30mm x 11mm x 6mm sensor has a 20 micron grating period with the graduation applied to either a glass or steel scale […]

Filed Under: Encoder, Featured, Optical Tagged With: HEIDENHAIN Corporation, NUMERIK JENA

Precision tube sensors for microbubble detection

September 22, 2015 By Mike Santora

Balluff-Micromote-image

The new Balluff MICROmote optical precision tube sensors are designed to detect free-floating air bubbles in transparent liquids. These free-floating air bubbles have dimensions smaller than their tube’s inner diameter. The sensor’s ability to detect free-floating air bubbles results from a uniform illumination of the tube’s liquid column. This uniform illumination is created by a […]

Filed Under: Optical Tagged With: balluff

Flat Angle Encoder Squeezes into Tight Spots

March 19, 2015 By Randy Frank

It’s not uncommon to have a motion feedback application where space is limited. This can occur in semiconductor, medical, metrology, automation and other industries.  For these situations, NUMERIK JENA’s RIK kit-style optical angle encoder without bearing could be the solution. It consists of a scanning unit with a very low height profile and a graduation […]

Filed Under: Encoder, Featured, Optical Tagged With: HEIDENHAIN Corporation, NUMERIK JENA

Small Profile Linear Encoder Includes Advanced Features

January 23, 2015 By Randy Frank

With a size of only 36mm x 13.5mm x 14.8mm, RSF Elektronik’s MS 15 optical kit linear encoder could have the industry’s smallest mechanical profile – it also boasts several advanced features. The kit encoder provides a 40-micron grating pitch on an 8-mm wide steel tape carrier that has a double-stick backing for mounting directly […]

Filed Under: Encoder, Featured, Optical Tagged With: HEIDENHAIN Corporation, RSF Elektronik

Inherently safe fiber optic estop and u-beam sensors

October 6, 2014 By Jennifer Calhoon

MICRONORth

MICRONOR introduces two new inherently safe, fiber optic signaling products for the industrial automation, robotic and medical markets. The MR380 series Fiber Optic Emergency Stop offers ESTOP Functional Safety compliance with SIL1 rating. The MR382 series Fiber Optic U-Beam Sensor is a general purpose photo interruption/slot sensor. The products consist of a passive optical Sensor […]

Filed Under: Optical Tagged With: Micronor

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