Sensors & Transducers


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Self-contained capacitive proximity sensor
February 2001, Gail Norton Instrumentation
The SK1-25-50/10-X-b-X sensor is 50 mm in diameter and only 10 mm high. This self-contained unit operates at 10-35 V d.c. the output is easily switchable from PNP/NPN, normally open or normally closed ...

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Flexible stick-on level sensor
February 2001, Gail Norton Instrumentation
By incorporating the active area, including the preamplifier, in a special base material, Sensorik has succeeded in creating a versatile capacitive stick-on level sensor. This means precise switching ...

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Programmable inductive analog sensor
February 2001
Inductive analog sensors have traditionally been used in combination with an analog switch box for programming and providing the switching functions. Balluff has now developed an analog sensor with switching ...

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Ultraminiature convergent-mode sensors
February 2001, Turck Banner Southern Africa
The VS2 series convergent-mode sensors from Banner are self-contained miniature sensors featuring a low profile that enables them to fit and function in confined areas previously accessible only to remote ...

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Monitoring in hazardous areas
February 2001
Monitoring processes and plant equipment in hazardous areas invariably introduces many additional factors when designing, installing and commissioning. The wide choice of certified sensors, barriers, ...

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Through-beam optical sensor
February 2001, Temperature Controls
The problem-solving Baumer Electric series 16 housing is now also available locally as a through-beam sensor from Temperature Controls. The transmitter unit operates with visible red light which aids ...

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Pressure sensors with high overload protection
January 2001
IFM Electronic's new PN 7060 series of pressure sensors feature high overload protection and are able to measure pressures up to 60 Mpa (600 bar). They are particularly suited for oil or water hydraulic ...

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Programmable pressure sensor
January 2001
Trolex's range of sensors includes the TX6141 smart programmable pressure sensor and the TX6143 smart programmable differential pressure sensor, for gas and liquids. Features include: high accuracy pressure ...

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Spotting potential power failures
January 2001, Gail Norton Instrumentation
The IR/tc-EM sensors measure the temperature of the target in relation to the ambient temperature so climatic conditions do not affect the reliability of readings. These unique IR sensors are mounted ...

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Guaranteed DO sensor
January 2001, PREI Instrumentation
GLI Model 5600 series dissolved oxygen sensor carries a one-year guarantee on its replaceable membrane cartridge. If the cartridge fails for any reason, except for physical damage, it will be replaced ...

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Magnetorestrictive sensors - versatile, linear and accurate
January 2001, ATI Systems
New to SA Instrumentation and Control, ATI Systems has the sole local agency for nine manufacturers/suppliers and sells products locally for eight others. One of these companies, MTS Sensors Group, produces ...

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High-speed laser sensor
January 2001, Atlas Industrial Systems
The Eltrotec laser sensors from Atlas Industrial Systems exhibit a high switching frequency (approximately 25 kHz) making them suitable for sensing objects on fast moving conveyors or rapidly moving parts ...

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Trolex sensors
December 2000
For over 40 years, Trolex has specialised in the design and manufacture of sensors for heavy industries. A leader of safety monitoring technology with an ongoing development program to ensure its continuing ...

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Durable toroidal sensor for harsh chemical processes
December 2000, Automation Control Solutions
Rosemount Analytical is offering its Tefzel Model 228 submersion/insertion conductivity sensor. The combination of the Tefzel housing and robust single-body construction offers high durability to ensure ...

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Self-contained light curtain
December 2000, Gail Norton Instrumentation
The new generation of high performance infrared self-contained light curtains is cost-effective, robust and consists of only a slimline transmitter and a receiver. When one or more of the infrared beams ...

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Accurate conductivity sensors with low running costs
December 2000, Automation Control Solutions
Rosemount Analytical is offering new models in its Endurance line of sensors. The 400VP and 403VP contacting conductivity sensors are built with a Varipole (VP) multipin, watertight connector. Specifically ...

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Sensors for automatic doors
December 2000, Gail Norton Instrumentation
Telco (distributed by Gail Norton Instrumentation) offers a good selection of high-performance infrared detection devices for automatic door applications. The devices are well suited to uses such as lift ...

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Level sensor suitable for most applications
December 2000
Automatic self-adjustment to suit almost any medium, including oils and wastewater, is a key benefit of the new LK electronic level sensors from IFM Electronic. For users, this means that just one type ...

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AC current transducer
December 2000, PREI Instrumentation
Transducers which look like CTs can provide a 2-wire, 4-20 mA d.c. signal for monitoring AC currents from 10 to 2500 A. No auxiliary power is required, and the device operates from a loop power supply ...

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Compact cylinder position sensors
November 2000, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Turck is offering permaprox BIM cylinder position sensors to monitor the exact position of a cylinder piston. These new sensors are specifically designed for newer, compact cylinder housing styles. The ...

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