Sensors & Transducers


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Inductive proximity sensors
July 2008, Gail Norton Instrumentation
The 300 series from Contrinex are small, self contained, inductive proximity switches with integrated evaluation electronics. The range includes casing diameters down to 3 mm for space-critical applications. ...

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Magnetic rotary sensors
July 2008, Temperature Controls
Angular measurement tasks on moving equipment such as dancer arms or articulated joints are often handled using carbon-film potentiometers. The load placed on the wiper contacts by the fast, continuous ...

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RFID for conveying applications
July 2008
The DTA300 radio frequency identification (RFID) system, from ifm electronic, offers increased read/write distances with a 125 kHz operating frequency. High reading reliability is assured and costs are ...

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CANopen encoders
July 2008, ATI Systems
Posital has harmonised its range of Optocode type absolute optical encoders featuring a CANopen interface, making the choice of a product considerably easier for users. The new CA encoder series retains ...

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High current transducers
June 2008
Swiss company LEM has announced an expansion to the range of HAZ Series high current DC transducers. Hall-effect measurement techniques have been employed in the new transducers allowing galvanic isolation ...

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Sensors and amplifiers
June 2008, Gail Norton Instrumentation
The PA 01, from Telco Sensors, is a 1 channel photoelectric amplifier, which is used in conjunction with a set of remote transmitter (LT) and receiver (LR) from the series 101, 100, 110 or 120. The amplifier ...

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Rugged sensors
June 2008, Turck Banner Southern Africa
Turck has developed a new series of inductive sensors that are specially tailored to the harsh requirements of mobile applications in utility vehicles. High switching distances and rugged housings, together ...

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IO-link sensors
June 2008, Temperature Controls
IO-Link is the new standard in the lower communication layer supported by leading automation and sensor manufacturers. An IO-Link sensor transmits standard digital or analog output signals and provides ...

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Digital light meter
June 2008, Test & Measurement Instruments
The Lutron handheld compact digital light meter has a separate probe for easy operation of different measurement environments.    The Lutron YK2005LX is user friendly, light weight and features:    * LUX ...

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Magnetostrictive position sensors: a revolution in linear position measurement
May 2008, ATI Systems
Magnetostrictive sensors combine the strengths and overcome the weaknesses of other technologies in one measuring system

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Infrared scanners in paper production
May 2008, R&C Instrumentation
Over the last 30 years non-contact temperature measurement devices, using infrared technology, have been introduced world-wide into many industries and applications. Consistent product temperature profiles ...

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Photelectric sensors in industry
May 2008, Temperature Controls
Photoelectric sensors have been designed and developed for use in industry segments such as paper and paperboard machinery, tobacco, machine tools, material handling, packaging machinery, printing machinery ...

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Cylinder sensors
May 2008
ifm electronic has broadened its range of available switches and mounting accessories for different cylinder types. The range now covers C-slot as well as T-slot mountings, in two and three-wire, ATEX ...

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Laser light barriers
May 2008
The A-LAS series of parallel laser barriers, with homogeneous light distribution in round or rectangular cross-section, is used for measuring, positioning and detection of objects starting from sizes ...

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Shining results
May 2008
SICK has further supplemented its range of analog distance sensors with the introduction of the DT20 Hi. The custom developed CMOS receiver, which ensures extremely high immunity to ambient light and ...

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Photoelectric sensors
May 2008
High-quality, extraordinary features and an outstanding price/performance ratio make the M18 OG photoelectric sensors from ifm electronic suitable for almost all industrial applications. The extremely ...

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IP ratings for proximity sensors
May 2008, Turck Banner Southern Africa
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) established a classification system to rate the degree to which the enclosures of electrical components are sealed against the intrusion of foreign ...

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Continuous machine monitoring
April 2008
The Efector Octavis vibration monitor from ifm electronic, detects rolling element bearing failures and shaft unbalance conditions in four locations simultaneously. The bearing monitor is now available ...

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Compact shaft encoders
April 2008, Temperature Controls
The MAGRES BMMH 30 absolute multiturn encoder sets new standards with a flange diameter of only 30 mm. These extremely robust and durable encoders are based on the patented combination of magnetic single-turn ...

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Robust single-turn encoders
April 2008, Turck Banner Southern Africa
The 3650 and 3670 series of absolute single-turn encoders from Kübler offer a resolution of 9 bit with SSI, 4–20 mA or 0–10 V output. There is a suitable measuring range (45°, 90°, 180° or 360°) for every ...

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