Users looking to standardize on a mid-sized block style photoelectric sensor need to search no further than the BOS 23K sensor family from Balluff. Featuring the conventional sensing modes of diffuse, retro-reflective, and thru-beam, the BOS 23K also includes background suppression sensors, thus making it suitable as a “go-to” family for all of your sensing […]
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AST Updates CE Approval For Its Pressure Sensor
American Sensor Technologies, Inc. (AST) has updated and expanded its CE approval for its pressure sensor, transducer, transmitter and switch product families. AST products with the CE logo conform to EMC Directive 2004/108/EC for Electromagnetic Compatibility. Tested by the independent laboratory, TUV Rheinland in Newton, CT, each product was evaluated for performance against radiated emissions, […]
Level Sensor Built for Bulk
(Microwave Impulse Point-level) is especially designed for the needs of the bulk handling industries. It can be applied to bulk solids or liquid level detection, in plastic vessels for example, or object detection – such as vehicle positioning/warning and oversize/height alarms on conveyors etc. As this is a non-contact measurement, VEGAMIP 61 has no direct […]
Dual Axis, Gravity-Referenced Servo Inclinometers
Sherborne Sensors Limited has announced the North American debut of its Series T233/5, a family of compact, dual axis (x and y), gravity referenced servo inclinometers, designed for use in aggressive military, commercial and industrial applications where a high level of accuracy and resolution is required. Series T233/5 offers a ± 15 VDC input voltage, […]
Combination Liquid Level and Temperature Switch
A liquid level and temperature switch was designed into one assembly to reduce the cost of a fluid system. Tempco can design a custom sensor to meet many applications such as industrial and commercial degreasers and hot liquid dispensing machines. Liquid Level Sensor Options The liquid level sensing can be obtained using magnetic floats and […]
Baumer Introduces Complete Line of Capacitive Sensors
Southington, Conn. — Baumer has introduced a complete line of Capacitive Sensors capable of penetrating through packaging materials such as plastics, glass, cardboard, foam, and other substrates. These sensors are available in a range of housing sizes and designs, and offer extended sensing distances to facilitate installation. Installed outside of container walls, Baumer Capacitive Sensors […]
Cognex Introduces DataMan 200 ID Reader
Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) announces the newest addition to its DataMan® family of ID readers. The new DataMan 200 adds Ethernet connectivity and liquid lens technology to the world’s smallest high performance fixed-mount reader. These new features enable faster communication speed, easier integration with factory controls, and software-driven autofocus for easy, hands-free setup. Ethernet connectivity […]
Web-Enabled Ultrasonic Sensors
LOGAN, UT – Automation Products Group, Inc. (APG) introduces LOE Web-Enabled Ultrasonic Level Sensors. These self-contained ultrasonic sensors provide a low-cost, tailored sensing solution for monitoring liquids or solids in remote tanks, and can also be used for local tank monitoring applications. LOE ultrasonic sensors feature Power Over Ethernet (POE) for easy wiring, AutoSense software […]
Level Measurements
With level detection sensors, there are few parameter restrictions. Basically, if you can imagine it—it is being sensed; from food and beverage products to rocks and gravel, hot wax and glue. Nearly all manufactured products require some type of level detection in the production cycle—whether it involves the end product or is part of a […]
