Through the integration of the communication interface IO-Link for the sensor principles diffuse mode sensor with background suppression and SmartReflect (the light barrier without a reflector), the optical O300 and O500 NextGen sensors have improved their already outstanding efficiency. The IO-Link interface facilitates the rapid startup of systems through the automated transmission of various parameters […]
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Liquid lenses from Edmund Optics for seamless focus adjustment
Edmund Optics introduces its new Dynamic Focus VZM Lenses. These lenses use an internal liquid lens to seamlessly adjust focus over a 7X range, from 0.65X to 4.6X. At the same time, the lens maintains the zoom capabilities of the standard VZM Zoom Imaging Lenses. Dynamic Focus VZM Lenses are ideal for a broad range […]
Focusing lenses for manual laser welding systems
Manual laser welding systems are also being used worldwide in times of automation due to their fast readiness for action and their easy handling. For this purpose, Sill Optics offers special focusing lenses, which are corrected both for the laser wavelength and the visible range. This is true for the imaging performance and also for […]
Precision laser sensor with graphic display by Tri-Tronics
Tri-Tronics has introduced a unique Laser Sensor with an OLED graphic display that provides visible feedback of proper setup and continual monitoring of performance. The SMARTEYE SmartDot Laser Sensor was designed to detect the most difficult small parts at longer ranges than conventional photoelectric sensors, making it very easy to perform micro-part detection and inspection. Features […]
Lenses for DMD projection by Sill Optics
The use of DMDs (Digital Mirror Devices) in modern industry is becoming more and more important. Applications like direct exposure systems, 3D-measuring devices or even 3D-printers use DMDs for pattern generation. To image this pattern onto a target requires special lenses, which take into account the fact that DMDs need illumination from the top with […]
Precise measurements even in extreme temperatures with ZEISS DuraMAX HTG
The ZEISS DuraMax HTG coordinate measuring machine, an enhancement to the standard model, is now even more insensitive to mechanical vibrations and temperature fluctuations. These properties make it ideal for use in a production environment – now at temperatures from 15-40° C. “Even in moderate climates, it is not uncommon for the temperatures in production […]
Edmund Optics’ deep UV low bandpass filters
Edmund Optics introduces new Deep UV Bandpass Filters. These versatile filters are ideal for applications in fluorescence microscopy, Raman spectroscopy, Excimer lasers and biological filtering. Substrates include MgF2 and UV grade fused silica. Deep UV Bandpass Filters are available in a wide range of popular sizes and feature bandpasses as low as 122 nm. They are […]
Data transfer with no wires or radio waves with Pepperl+Fuchs optical data couplers
Able to transfer data without wires or radio signals, across distances of up to 300 meters, without minimum distances, and at speeds of 100 Mbit/s: the LS682 optical data coupler from Pepperl+Fuchs opens up new possibilities for high-bay warehouses. With its large detection range of up to 300 meters, the device gives planners and operators […]
Live animal testing with illumination using Mightex Oasis
The Mightex Optical Activation, Stimulation and Imaging System (OASIS) is designed specifically to meet the growing demand to conduct experiments on live animals, when system flexibility is a primary consideration and a large Field of View (FoV) is usually required. In Optogenetics, for example, in vivo patterned illumination on rodents, monkeys and other animals is […]
Laser distance sensor with clear object detection by Banner Engineering
Banner Engineering has improved its industry-recognized Q4X laser distance sensor with a new dual teach mode. Featuring new firmware, the Q4X dual teach mode sensor combines window thresholds on both target distance and target reflected intensity, allowing the Q4X to reliably solve difficult applications with ease. The Q4X can now detect clear objects without requiring […]
