Industrial automation and factory assembly applications that need comparative measurements of the color characteristics of a variety of light sources and illuminated objects have a new sensing alternative. EMX Industries LEX-1000 Color Light Measurement Sensor approach is different than traditional optical color sensors. Unlike optical color sensors that measure the light reflected from a target, […]
Vision systems
Added Interface for Linear Encoder
Having the right interface is key to selection for many industrial automation applications. With the addition of the Mitsubishi Interface to its existing EnDat and Fanuc interfaces, HEIDENHAIN opens new possibilities for its LC 200 linear encoder. With system accuracy of ±5 µm, the absolute e encoder can measure lengths of up to 28 meters. […]
Quick Disconnect Cables from Carlo Gavazzi
Carlo Gavazzi offers a complete range of quick disconnect cables for use with inductive, capacitive, photoelectric, and ultrasonic sensors. Our cables are available with 3, 4, or 5 wires and with either a straight or angled connector. The cables feature a PVC sheath and are available in 2, 5, or 10 metre lengths. Furtherore, we […]
New Industrial Identification Catalog from Balluff
Balluff, a sensor and identification specialist known for their comprehensive, innovative, and reliable products, just released its new industrial identification catalog, containing their complete line of RFID systems (Tool ID, LF, HF, and UHF) and vision sensors, along with supporting accessories and cables. Balluffs industrial RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) systems offer data traceability and error […]
AutomationDirect Adds Photoelectric Laser Distance Sensors
AutomationDirect has expanded its photoelectric sensor offering to include OPT series short and long range distance sensors. Available with either Class 1 or Class 2 laser options, the distance sensors are constructed with rectangular plastic housings and fitted with an M12 quick-disconnect. OPT short-range diffuse distance sensors utilize high-resolution CMOS line array technology, eliminating material, […]
Small Size Sensors Increase Application Opportunities
Many companies are addressing the need for smaller sensors. Check out: It’s a Small World: Sensing in Tight Spaces. However, Balluff has a particularly strong effort in this area with miniature sensors that use inductive, photoelectric, magnetic, capacitive and ultrasonic operating principles. In addition to increased design freedom from limited space constraints, the sensors do […]
AutomationDirect Expands Photoelectric Sensor Line
AutomationDirect’s photoelectric sensor offering now includes DC models with extended sensing ranges. Offered in diffuse with background suppression and polarized retro-reflective models, the IP67 rated sensors feature round all metal housings with 30mm mounting bases fitted with an M12 quick-disconnect and easily replace standard 30mm mount rectangular photoelectric sensors. The FW series diffuse with background […]
Banner Engineering Self-Contained, Compact Photoelectric Sensors
Banner Engineering introduces its next-generation S18-2 compact photoelectric sensor series. These self-contained, DC-operated sensors provide an economical sensing solution for cost-sensitive and high-volume installations. Built with Advanced ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) technology, the diffuse mode S18-2 sensors are resistant to fluorescent light and offer a high level of crosstalk avoidance. Banner S18-2 sensors feature […]
Background Suppression (BGS) Photoelectric Sensors
Carlo Gavazzi’s new range of Background Suppression (BGS) Photoelectric Sensors allows for precise distance detection and distinction between a target and its background. Using an Active Pixel Sensor (APS) CMOS array consisting of 64 x 1 sensors, each pixel represents a specific position of the detected object. This results in accurate sensing distance regardless of […]
Smaller Optical Sensor Squeezes into Tighter Spaces
Baumer’s O300 sensor is a smaller version of its O500 Series photoelectric sensor. The 1-inch class sensor’s plastic housing measures 12.9 x 32.3 x23 mm. Insensitivity to ambient light allows the sensor to function under difficult lighting conditions. Similar to the O500, the O300 is available as a diffuse sensor with background suppression with a 300 or […]