Products that are only switched on and used when they are in motion can benefit from a simple sensor that detects slight movements and vibrations by means of a mobile micro sphere. The Sensolute MVS0409.02 omnidirectional Micro Vibration Sensor consists of a gold-plated ball that bridges two similarly plated contacts reducing the resistance between the […]
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Area Sensors Address Measurements in Automatic Material Handling
For automatic material handling applications that range in height or dimensional measurement from 15 to 250 cm, Automation Systems Interconnect, Inc. DS2 series of area sensors may provide the answer. The sensors have 5m operating distances for 6 mm resolution versions and 10m for 25 mm resolution versions. Measurement configuration can be manually set with […]
MTS showcased E-Series Linear Position Sensors at NPE 2012
MTS System (www.mts.com) has presented the Temposonics E-Series Sensors, which are ideal for applications requiring straightforward position feedback, at this year’s International Plastic Showcase in Florida. Featuring analog or digital start/stop output interface, the E-Series sensors can be used in woodworking and metalworking, plastics processing, material packaging and handling as well as molding and factory […]
Measurement Tape Position Sensor Accurately Handles up to 25 Meters
Measuring lengths of up to 25 m accurately in small space can pose a problem in industrial applications. ASM Sensors cable-actuated POSITAPE tape extension position sensors address these challenges with the WB25 series. The unit’s angular sensing element consists of a magnetic encoder that translates the linear motion into an electrical signal. To handle the […]
Reduce Cost, Save Space with Multichannel Eddy-Current Displacement Sensor
The ECL150 Eddy-Current Displacement Sensor from Lion Precision delivers up to eight channels of high-resolution, noncontact displacement sensing. With a package measuring only 4.2×7.6×2.3 inches (108x193x57 mm), the small size is obvious. In addition to eliminating the need for interconnecting cables between channels, the company says it has reduced the power and cost, too. With […]
Position Sensor Expands Hazardous Capability
With its recently acquired IECEx hazardous area approval rating, Balluff’s Micropulse TA12 explosion-proof linear position transducer is ready to tackle more hazardous applications. In addition to existing ATEX and North American approvals, the transducer can address even more situations where hazardous gases and/or dusts are present. Designed for continuous feedback on hydraulically and pneumatically actuated […]
Reed Switch Triggers Proximity Alarm
Built around the company’s proven technology, including the GR150 and GR200 magnetic reed switches, Standex Electronics has introduced a non-contact proximity alarm that combines audio and visual alerts. Reed sensing technology competes with Hall effect sensing and both technologies use external magnets but unlike solid state Hall effect sensors, reed switches are electromechanical devices. The […]
Motion Processing IP Cores for Sensing Applications
With the combined market for MEMS accelerometers, gyroscopes, magnetometers and pressure sensors in mobile devices predicted to exceed 4 billion units by 2015, Movea, a motion-processing and data fusion technology company, has a solution for higher performance and lower power consumption. The company’s MotionCore product line is a family of motion processing IP Cores designed […]
Weld Field Immune Inductive Line Includes Long Range Sensors
Balluff has expanded its Factor 1 series of inductive proximity sensors to include a weld-immune Factor 1+ version with longer sensing distances. A PTFE coating helps protect the sensor from weld slag and weld flash generated during the welding process. Factor 1+ sensors use a multi coil design. This enables the sensing of both ferrous […]
Position Sensors for Medical Applications
Medical OEM applications, such as surgical table positioning can benefit from position sensors designed for wear-free operation. ASM Sensors PRAS20/PRAS21 series are magnetic rotary sensors that offer wear-free capability. The non-contact position sensors use an external position magnet to provide an absolute output signal over a 0 to 360-degree measurement range. Key parameters for the […]