Elliptic Labs has turned its attention toward reinventing the optical proximity sensor for smartphones. Hardware-based optical sensors have been an indispensable part of every smartphone since their inception to turn off the screen and disable touch functionality when a user holds a device to their ear. By replacing these hardware components, with Elliptic Labs’ “BEAUTY” […]
Ultrasonic Level Sensor
Analog Front End Simplifies Ultrasonic Sensing
At Sensors Expo 2015 in Long Beach, CA, an application expert from Texas Instruments demonstrates ultrasonic sensing and time of flight technology using the company’s TDC1000 ultrasonic analog front end (AFE), and C2000 for water level detection. For more information about the TDC1000 AFE, click here.
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 Liquid Level Sensors Seamlessly Integrate with Telemetry Equipment
Automation Products Group, Inc. (APG) introduces MNU Series Ultrasonic Sensors. Designed to operate as a slave device, MNU are self-contained sensors that measure distance, level or volume, with a standard Modbus RTU protocol (RS-485) output. Available in sensing ranges from 4 inches to 40 ft., the MNU is a robust yet affordable sensing solution that […]
AutomationDirect extends Ultrasonic Liquid Level Sensors line
AutomationDirect has added the Flowline® EchoTouch™, EchoSpan®, and EchoSwitch® lines of ultrasonic liquid level sensors and transmitters, as well as the PodView digital level indicator to their product offerings. These innovative ultrasonic liquid level sensor families replace float, conductance and pressure sensors that fail due to contact with dirty, sticky and scaling media in small, […]
Baumer Hygienic Sensors for Food Processing and Packaging
To meet the demanding requirements associated with processing and packaging food products, Baumer offers a broad portfolio of photoelectric, liquid level, inductive, and ultrasonic hygienic sensors designed to withstand chemicals and/or high pressure washdowns. For volume measurement in meat and cheese processing, Baumer’s OADR 20 series of laser sensors provides a high degree of accuracy […]
Ultrasonic Sensors with Increased Ranges and Flexible Outputs
Carlo Gavazzi introduces the new UA Series ultrasonic sensor family with improved functionality in a state of the art design. The UA Series features longer sensing ranges and an excellent cost/performance. With their simple teach procedure and shorter M18 or M30 diameter housing, the sensors are ready to tackle the most difficult distance and level […]
Analog Laser Sensor from KEYENCE
The IL Series incorporates performance features typically not found in other systems. The measurement range of this compact triangulation based analog laser sensor reaches a full 11.48 ft (3.5 m) with 3.94 mil (100 µm) repeatability, regardless of target color. An easy-to-use interface offers a simple approach to measuring height, thickness, liquid fill level, roll […]
AutomationDirect adds Ultrasonic Liquid Level Sensors and Transmitters
AutomationDirect has added the Flowline® EchoPod® and EchoSonic® II lines of ultrasonic liquid level sensors and transmitters to their product offerings. Constructed with PVDF transducers and NEMA Type-6P polycarbonate enclosures, these innovative ultrasonic liquid level sensors replace float, conductance and pressure sensors that fail due to contact with dirty, sticky and scaling media in small, […]
