The optics in the SICK WTB4 MultiLine Photoelectric sensor create two line-shaped light spots. This allows the sensor to continuously detect objects with large gaps, such as PCBs, or products that are shiny or dark from leading to trailing edge. When reflected light from both sources is detected, the sensor remains active even if one […]
Vision systems
Pattern Recognition Used for Label Applications
Instead of using print marks or place markers, SICK’s ML20 Markless sensor is based on pattern recognition technology. This means that web film control in bottling and labeling machines can take advantage of the sensing speeds up to 7 m/s and an accuracy of up to 0.6 mm capabilities of the sensor. In addition to […]
Carlo Gavazzi Introduces the M18 Photoelectric Sensor
Carlo Gavazzi announces an addition to the latest generation of our PA18 Series photoelectric sensors in the popular M18 housing. The PA18CAD…WS Series features a wider detection angle and shorter blind zone. Some of the other product features include: Sensing distance of up to 400mm Detection angle of ± 16° Blind zone 0 mm at […]
Sensing Innovation in Manufacturing Applications
by Randy Frank, Contributing Editor A look at five new options in the world of industrial sensors The term continuous improvement is frequently insufficient to describe the changes from one generation of a product to the next—especially when totally new aspects or features are integral to the component. Defining a new performance category, providing remote […]
The Industry’s First Miniature Metal Photoeye
At 4.5 mm thick, Keyence claims its PR-M/F Series is an industry first. In addition to a SUS316L stainless steel body, the unit’s resin-filled “hybrid structure” allows the photoelectric sensor to withstand approximately five times greater shock than conventional models. The sensors’ housing with both IP67 and IP69K enclosure ratings is also highly resistant to […]
Semiconductor Sensors for Light and Color Analysis
LED lighting and colorimetry tasks in industry, medicine and cosmetics, and also analytics applications can require special sensing tools. For these requirements and more, MAZeT GmbH developed a color sensor, signal conditioning circuit and evaluation kit. The MTCSiCF color sensor for photometry and colorimetry integrates XYZ filters with standard spectral value function characteristics for eye-precise, […]
Jewell Instruments adds DSI 1000 Digital Display Series
Jewell Instruments announced the addition of their new digital display, the first of the new DSI Series, to their Inertial Sensors and Controls Accessories product line. The DSI 1000 Series product is a microprocessor based panel meter designed to work in conjunction with Jewell Instruments gravity referenced Inclinometer sensors to display its analog input as […]
Carlo Gavazzi launches Compact Photoelectric Sensors
Carlo Gavazzi announces the expansion of the popular range of PD30 Series miniature photoelectric sensors. The PD30 Basic Series features improved accuracy and a simplified set-up via potentiometer. It also adds a background suppression version for diffuse sensing applications. The background suppression version uses a brand new sensing principle, which improves the accuracy of the […]
Encoder Diagnostic Tool Targets Planned Maintenance
Instead of waiting for equipment breakdowns, an online system allows users to better predict and schedule maintenance at convenient times. Based in Sweden with exclusive North American distribution through HEIDENHAIN, Leine & Linde Corporation’s Advanced Diagnostic System (ADS) Online is a proprietary advanced encoder diagnostic tool designed to supporting condition-based maintenance. Currently available on models […]
Optical vs. Ultrasonic vs. Capacitive Sensors: The Winner is…
For clear label sensing, Lion Precision has designed and built a machine to compare optical sensors, ultrasonic sensors and two types of capacitive sensors. The company uses all of these technologies in products it offers. With this evaluation tool, sensors that employed each of the four technologies were tested and compared using web speeds of […]