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New Alliance linear position transducers from AutomationDirect

May 13, 2022 By Mike Santora Leave a Comment

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AutomationDirect has added new stainless steel linear variable inductance transducers (LVITs) from Alliance Sensors Group to their growing lineup of linear position sensors. These sensors convert the linear displacement of an object into a proportional analog output of 0 to 10 VDC or 4 to 20mA (depending on model). The compact LZ13 series has a […]

Filed Under: Position Tagged With: AutomationDirect

New Gefran inclination sensors from AutomationDirect

March 29, 2022 By Mike Santora

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AutomationDirect has added Gefran inclination sensors to their growing lineup of position transducers. Gefran sensors use cutting-edge MEMS technology (micro-electromechanical devices integrated onto a single silicon chip) to provide reliable and precise tilt angle measurement with respect to gravity. The Gefran sensors are rugged and suitable for the harshest environments. They come in an encapsulated, […]

Filed Under: Inclinometer Tagged With: AutomationDirect

New Contrinex photoelectric sensors with IO-Link compatibility

February 4, 2022 By Mike Santora

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AutomationDirect has added Contrinex metal M12 and M18 photoelectric sensors to their lineup of almost 4,000 sensors and switches for process and discrete control applications. These Contrinex sensors offer complete overload protection, are IP67 rated, and are available in diffuse, diffuse with adjustable background suppression, retroreflective, and through-beam models. Select models are IO-Link compatible, providing […]

Filed Under: Photoelectric Tagged With: AutomationDirect

ProSense temperature probes and sensors from AutomationDirect

September 7, 2021 By Mike Santora

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AutomationDirect has added new ProSense temperature probes, sensors, and thermowells to their existing portfolio of process sensors. Four new probe designs and three new sensor designs are offered to meet the needs of unique applications. New probe additions include heat trace probes, flange mount probes, cuttable probes, and melt bolt probes. New sensor designs include […]

Filed Under: Temperature Tagged With: AutomationDirect

Contrinex M18 Short-Body Photoelectric Sensors and Sensor Tester

August 30, 2021 By Mike Santora

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AutomationDirect has added a new series of Contrinex M18 photoelectric sensors to their ever-growing selection of discrete sensors, as well as a new sensor tester used with various sensor types to verify operation in the field. The Contrinex M18 sensors are made in the USA and have a short body for easy installation in even […]

Filed Under: Photoelectric Tagged With: AutomationDirect

Guided wave radar level sensors from AutomationDirect

April 22, 2021 By Mike Santora

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ProSense GWR series liquid level sensors utilize guided wave radar sensing technology to provide accurate, cost-effective liquid level measurement for industrial applications. These units provide continuous and point-level measurements and have a rugged IP68/IP69K rated 316 stainless steel housing that offers uncompromising protection and long life in harsh industrial environments. The GWR-1600-P probe is best […]

Filed Under: Liquid Level Tagged With: AutomationDirect

Wenglor photoelectric sensors from AutomationDirect

April 22, 2021 By Mike Santora

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AutomationDirect has added a new line of laser sensors. Wenglor dark and shiny object detection photoelectric sensors use blue light technology to detect objects other photoelectric sensors cannot see or see objects that get detected multiple times erroneously. They come in either 50x20x50mm or 32x12x16mm body sizes with an M12 or M8 quick-disconnect. These sensors […]

Filed Under: Photoelectric Tagged With: AutomationDirect

ProSense inductive proximity sensors from AutomationDirect

April 1, 2021 By Mike Santora

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AutomationDirect has added a variety of new ProSense inductive proximity sensors to their portfolio. Added are 8mm triple-sensing inductive proximity sensors in flush and non-flush mounting options, which can detect ferrous metals up to a distance of 6mm. Also new are inductive proximity sensors with a metal face to provide more durable protection, with environmental […]

Filed Under: Inductive, Proximity Tagged With: AutomationDirect

8mm photoelectric, inductive proximity and capacitive proximity sensors

March 2, 2021 By Mike Santora

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AutomationDirect has added several small sensors to the proximity sensor lineup. New rectangular 8mm x 16mm inductive proximity sensors are available in flush and non-flush mounting options, NO or NC outputs as well as NPN or PNP logic. The new 8mm round capacitive proximity sensors are able to detect materials other than metal, in a […]

Filed Under: Proximity Tagged With: AutomationDirect

Metrol High Precision Limit Switches from AutomationDirect

February 11, 2021 By Mike Santora

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AutomationDirect has added more options for high precision limit switches from Metrol. High-temperature precision limit switches have been added that provide a 10-micron accuracy and are rated for temperatures of up to 200° C. New high-vacuum resistance limit switches are high precision with an accuracy of 10 microns as well and are designed to be […]

Filed Under: Limit Switches Tagged With: AutomationDirect

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