Pepperl+Fuchs introduces Series IO Ultrasonic Sensors. These IO-Link compatible sensors establish a new level of versatility and convenience with simple pushbutton programming. Pushbutton programming provides fast and easy on-site sensor parameterization without requiring any software. IO-Link compatibility unlocks a series of control functions that customize the sensor for installation in the most challenging environments. These […]
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New CSA Approved Explosion Proof Pressure Transducers
Now available from Gems Sensors & Controls are the 31EP and 32EP Explosion Proof pressure transducers. Building on decades of pressure sensor experience, the latest versions are approved by CSA for use in hazardous areas. Applications include hazardous area installations, such as artificial lift, chemical injection, and CNG compressors. 31EP/32EP Series transducers are compact and […]
When smart vision systems meet tight control
Corsight, a smart vision system developed by NET GmbH, is also an all-round control system—the decentralized, digital image processing system is able to optimize production and logistics processes. It combines the features of a camera, a computer and an image processing system in a compact housing. The system’s image acquisition, image processing, image interpretation and […]
Open Source Software To Enable Sensor Hub Implementations
Sensor Platforms, a provider of algorithmic sensor software for smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices, together with ARM, a semiconductor intellectual property supplier, announce the introduction of the world’s first open source software for sensor hub applications. The software, called Open Sensor Platform (OSP), will simplify the integration of sensors across multiple applications, and provide […]
LE550 Laser Sensor Delivers Repeatability and High-Precision Performance
Banner Engineering introduces the new LE550 laser sensor. Designed with linear array technology, the LE550 non-contact laser sensor provides high repeatability and accurate measurement for challenging targets ranging from shiny metal to black rubber. With easy, ready-to-use operation, the LE550 measures 100 mm to 1000 mm right out of the box-making it an ideal detection […]
Integrated Solution for Torque and Position Sensing
Electronic power steering (EPS) contributes 3% to 4% reduction in fuel consumption in a variety of vehicles. TT Electronics’ Sensing and Control division’s integrated solution for measuring torque and steering wheel angle combines its non-contacting torque sensor with a multi-turn position sensor in a single compact package. The Magnetorque Plus sensor’s torque and position sensing […]
New Angle Sensors With 10 Output Choices
Novotechnik, U.S. introduces the RFC4800 Series of touchless rotary angle sensors that provide absolute, rotary position. Output options for analog, digital, redundant and switch outputs are standard. The RFC4800 Series utilizes a magnetic pickup to provide a touchless measurement range of 0 to 360°. Key specifications include ingress protection from liquids and dust to the […]
OMEGA Compact RTD Temperature Sensor
This RTD plug sensor is ideal for pressure vessel applications, pressurized containers and applications requiring a temperature sensor with an NPT mounting fitting. The single element design has a 1/8″ diameter, 316 stainless steel probe that extends 13 mm (0.51″) or 24 mm (0.94″) from a 1/8 NPT mounting thread. The M12 connector assures a […]
New Line of Lead Salt Detectors from Cal Sensors
Cal Sensors announces the launch of a new line of single channel detectors (SCD) that block unwanted radiation below 1.2 microns. Exploiting the innate transmission bandwidth of Silicon, the new SCD-Si detectors are packaged with anti-reflection Silicon windows to block undesirable energy in the UV and visible spectrums. Thus these detectors focus on the infrared […]
Wireless Sensor Platform Enables Smart Water
If you can continuously monitor and communicate data from rivers, swimming pools and spas, sea water or remote ponds, you have smart water. For these types of water quality applications, Libelium launched a Smart Water wireless sensor platform. Using its Waspmote wireless technology, sensor data from probes can be transmitted to the Cloud via 3G, […]