The optoNCDT 1420 laser triangulation sensors are now also available with laser class 1. With this laser class, the radiated power is at a maximum of 390µW. Therefore, costly protective measures that correlate with laser class 2 sensors are no longer necessary. The optoNCDT 1420 laser triangulation sensors stand for high precision and outstanding performance. […]
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Flush Mount Laser Distance Sensor
Banner Engineering’s series of Q4X laser distance measurement sensors now is available in a flush mount configuration. In addition to reliable detection of sub-millimeter changes in distances ranging from 35 to 310 mm, the sensors build on the performance, ambient light resistance and durability of the existing Q4X family. The laser distance sensors have a […]
3D Image Sensors Boasts 2x Speed and 2x Resolution
LMI Technologies (LMI), Gocator 2410 and 2420 sensors are blue-laser profiling sensors designed for inspecting electronics and small parts. The high-performance line profile sensors provide an X resolution of 6 µm, reported to be the highest among 3D sensors on the market today. In addition, the sensors have repeatable results down to 0.2 µm in height. […]
Low-Profile Ultrasonic Distance Sensors
Omega’s LVTX-10 Series close range ultrasonic distance and level sensors are ultrasonic transmitter modules designed to provide continuous measurement of fluids, pastes, or uneven solid bulk materials. The sensors incorporate dual-sensor ultrasonic technology and processing algorithms and can address measurements in factory automation, warehouse materials control, pipe and conveyor belt blockage, or tank level applications […]
Optical distance sensors
To supplement its range of devices to measure lengths, angles, rotational speed and inclines, SIKO GmbH has now released an all-new set of distance sensors covering a wealth of applications. Both the LA170 and LA060 sensors measure distances visually and are primarily used in automation processes. Sensors capable of measuring distance are needed throughout industry […]
Laser Scanner for Improved Safety and Increased Productivity
Dirty industrial environments with weld sparks or cross talk can cause problems for optical scanners – especially for area and access guarding applications. With the microScan3 Core, SICK addresses these issues. The compact safety laser scanner has a 5.5 m range and boasts an industry first 275° scanning angle. Patented safeHDDM™ (high definition distance measurement) […]
Compact yet Tough Photoelectric Sensors
Giving up ruggedness for size is usually not a good tradeoff. SICK PowerProx photoelectric sensors avoid this compromise and provide reliable detection over long sensing ranges in a compact form factor. The sensor’s time-of-flight laser scanning technology with Class 1 eye-safe lasers can reliably detect fast-moving objects, small and flat objects, and dark or shiny […]
Compact Ultrasonic Sensors Address Needs of Several Markets
Packaging alternatives provide interesting choices for users, especially when other design characteristics are essentially identical. This is the case for two new series of compact ultrasonic sensors from CARLO GAVAZZI. Both are available in M18 housings but the UA18CSD Series is constructed of thermoplastic and the UA18ESD Series of stainless steel. The 53 to 61mm […]
The evolution of liquid level sensing
by Matt Burns, Technical Marketing Director, Sensors, Avnet There are multiple ways for engineers to measure and keep track of liquids in a container, and one will fit your application. Anyone who lives near a river or creek knows the anxiety that can happen during a thunderstorm, when rising water levels can cause high stress […]
Banner Engineering Q3X laser contrast sensor with background suppression now available in more sensing ranges
Banner Engineering has expanded the maximum sensing range available for the Q3X laser contrast sensor with fixed background suppression. The Q3X now features four standard sensing ranges: 50 mm, 100 mm, 150 mm, 200 mm with fixed background suppression technology, and a 300 mm model which uses standard intensity detection. The key innovation of the Q3X […]