Sherborne Sensors Limited
Hampshire RG21 6YH  United Kingdom
Nov 20, 2009 Rugged, high-precision angular sensors, LSW Series are offered in resolutions down to 0.2 arc sec and in angular ranges from ±3 to ±90°, with full range outputs of ±5 Vdc. They are designed to withstand mechanical shock to 1,500 g. IP67 sealed units are packed in stainless steel case with field replaceable waterproof connector/cable system. Applications include offshore industry, military, civil engineering, and in geophysical and seismic studies.

Balluff, Inc.
Florence, KY 41042-0937
Nov 20, 2009 Able to see targets independent of color, transparency, surface texture, or ambient conditions, ultrasonic sensors offer sensing ranges up to 19.7 ft. They are based on acoustic wave technology and can be used in automated and process applications to detect presence of targets or to measure distance from selected objects. Available in variety of tubular and block style housings, sensors have IP65 or IP67 protection rating and operate in dusty, humid, or hazy environments.

SICK, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55438
Nov 19, 2009 Suited for non-contact detection of metal targets in industrial environments, IME Inductive Sensors feature ASIC programming chip that enables it to provide accurate and repeatable measurements. Hot Melt filling materials allow sensors to withstand humid areas and resist shock and vibration. Featuring immunity to RFI signals, voltage and current spikes, and electrostatic discharge, sensors are suited for applications in packaging, assembly, metal forming, and automotive industries.

Baumer Ltd.
Southington, CT 06489 1534
Nov 11, 2009 With measuring frequency up to 1 kHz and resolution up to 0.1 mm, ParCon Line Sensor enables web edges in packaging, textile, or paper industry to be measured precisely and positioned exactly. Additionally, object widths can be determined, regardless of objects' position within measuring field. Measuring 34 x 16.5 x 67 mm, sensor contains sender, receiver, optics for creating parallel beam, and evaluation electronics.

MICRO-EPSILON AMERICA
Raleigh, NC 27617
Oct 16, 2009 Available with RS422 port as well as analog current/voltage output, optoNCDT 1302 has trigger and teach-in input, which enables user to individually adjust measuring range. It features integrated peak evaluation, 3 stage adjustment of threshold setting, and swivelling cable connector. Suited for machine building and system integration, compact sensor with integrated controller installs in tight spaces. Series is comprised of 4 sensors with measuring ranges from 5-200 mm.

Baumer Ltd.
Southington, CT 06489 1534
Sep 21, 2009 Featuring 50-400 mm measuring range and 0.1 mm resolution, FADK 14 may be used wherever distances need to be measured and objects have to be positioned precisely. Red light LED distance sensor, available with 2 output versions (current or voltage output), takes measurements at speeds that allow use in applications involving dynamic movement. Resistant to dirt, unit integrates IO-link communications standard and offers measurement largely independent of object material/color.

ELVA-1
Riga   Latvia
Aug 31, 2009 Developed for use on various industrial vehicles, 94 GHz Industrial Distance Sensor leverages FMCW radar technology to provide accurate detection in adverse conditions such as narrow railway tunnels or environments with dust, smoke, fog, or rain. In railway environments, it can differentiate between stationary/moving trains, automobiles, people, or other obstructions and trigger different levels of alert or action. Radar has 3 mm wavelength and narrow (less than 1°) detection beam.

Turck USA
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Aug 19, 2009 Available in 8, 12, 18, and 30 mm barrel diameters, ArmorGuard(TM)+ Sensors come in 2- and 3-wire DC models with stainless steel front face and achievable sensing distances from 1.5-10 mm. Select sensors are available with WeldGuard(TM) protective sensing face material, which resists weld slag build-up and abrasion found in robotic welding applications. Featuring one-piece construction, sensors come equipped with M12 quick disconnect or potted-in 2 m cable.

SICK, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55438
Jun 30, 2009 Offering 0.18 mm resolution throughout entire measurement range, UM30-2 sensors can ignore foreground or background targets and may be connected together to act as one large sensor. They can also be connected together and programmed to multiplex to avoid cross talk and mutual interference. EasyTouch display and keypad facilitate setup, configuration, and access to 14 features without use of any external PC or programming module.

Pepperl+Fuchs
Twinsburg, OH 44087
Jun 24, 2009 Available in 12, 18, and 30 mm dia models with ranges of 5, 10, and 15 mm, respectively, X-Series Pile Driver(TM) Extended Range Inductive Sensors detect all metals and are suited for automotive manufacturing applications, enabling detection of irregularly shaped contours. Units feature SS housing as well as circuitry that allows restriction-free mounting and immunity to industrial noise and temperature extremes. Sensors are IP69k-rated to withstand high-pressure washdown cleaning.

Automation Systems Interconnect Inc.
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Jun 02, 2009 Featuring sizes ranging from miniscule 4-30 mm, inductive sensors are available in short-housing models with option of square or rectangular shape. They offer choice of NAMUR, AC/DC, NPN or PNP output, NO or NC output, and programmable output, and come with 2, 3, or 4-wire, connector or cable, with 360° LED indicator. Choice between shielded or unshielded sensors is available for high-heat and standard applications.

Pepperl+Fuchs
Twinsburg, OH 44087
May 27, 2009 Available with 30 or 50 mm detection ranges, ML8 Series PCB sensors provide reliable PCB detection regardless of holes, indentations, and components on circuit board, while delivering precise detection of board edges by customized light beam patterns. It is available in convergent mode with narrow sensing strip for optical performance, and background suppression mode with array of 2 or 3 light spots for optical performance. Unit's compact 23 x 31 x 11 mm housing fits into tight confines.

Balluff, Inc.
Florence, KY 41042-0937
Apr 30, 2009 Available in PNP N/O and NPN N/O versions in M8, M12, and M18 sizes, SteelFace® Sensors feature one-piece, gun-drilled, 316 SS housings for corrosion and impact protection. All are offered with PTFE coated housings that repel slag buildup. Featuring 2X extended range, sensors exhibit no loss of range when flush mounted in steel, making them suited for machining, metal forming, welding, and food preparation applications.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.
Depew, NY 14043 2495
Mar 27, 2009 Housed in stainless steel, Model 1621-02A S-Type Load Cell features 500% full scale overload protection in both compression and tension. It has operating temperature range from -65 to +200°F and overall accuracy of 0.07%. With detachable cable for minimizing downtime due to damaged cables, sensor is designed for precision measurement in multi-cycle, high repetition automotive component and system test applications.

Multiwave Sensors Inc.
Mississauga, ON L4W5A1
Feb 16, 2009 Integrating 4 sensing solutions in one package, Azimuth Pointing System (APS) suits any application requiring precise location, position, or orientation measurement. It can be used to measure true north azimuth with GPS-based compass, elevation angle with integrated tilt sensor, location with on-board GPS, and distance with optional TruPulse laser rangefinder. Product is not affected by surrounding metal structures and does not require calibration/declination.

Omron Electronics, LLC
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Feb 12, 2009 Available in M12, M18, and M30 sizes, Series E2EH heat-, detergent-, and corrosion-resistant proximity sensors offer sensing range up to 12 mm, which helps avoid collision damage with passing objects. It uses rugged PBT sensing surface and heat-resistant PVC cable, and features cylindrical food-grade 316L stainless steel housing. IP67 and IP69K compliant device is water-resistant under high-temperature up to 120°C, and withstands frequent high-pressure cleaning.

Pepperl+Fuchs
Twinsburg, OH 44087
Dec 26, 2008 Tested to 50G for operation in high shock and vibration environments, IP69K-rated Mobile Equipment Sensors operate over -40 to +85°C range and offer radiated field immunity to satisfy IEC and SAE mobile equipment standards. Load dump circuitry protects against power spikes during machine start-up, and heavy-gauge cut-proof PUR cables are unaffected by oil, grease, and other fluids. Sensors come in 12, 18, and 30 mm dia sizes with respective 4, 8, and 15 mm sensing ranges.

Mettler Toledo, Inc.
Columbus, OH 43240
Dec 11, 2008 Inductive conductivity sensor, InPro7250 features hermetically sealed calculation system and safeguard for maintaining stable conductivity for difficult-to-measure developments in pulp and paper processes and industrial waste water. Sensor is inert to strong mineral acids, inorganic bases, inorganic oxidizing agents and salt solutions.

Contrinex AG
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Oct 14, 2008 Available in M8-M50 sensor sizes as well as embeddable and non-embeddable configurations, inductive proximity switches have stainless steel housings that provide protection to IP67. Operating distance varies from 2-25 mm, depending on sensor diameter, in range of models capable of withstanding operating temperatures from -25 to +230°C. Able to switch current of 150 mA, products are available as NO for all sizes and temperature options in NPN and PNP configurations.

TURCK, Inc.
Plymouth, MN 55441
Sep 19, 2008 Using signal attenuation to reliably detect ferromagnetic components such as nuts, bushings, and spacer sleeves, weld nut sensors ensure these necessary components are present before robotic welding occurs. Featuring rugged IP67 chrome-plated brass body to withstand harsh automotive environments, sensors are available in 2 versions with different signal intensities and diameters to adapt to wide variety of operating environments and material characteristics.