Baumer Ltd.
Southington, CT 06489 1534
Oct 09, 2008 Capable of detecting 0.2 mm thick sheets at rates up to 600,000 pieces/hr, SCATEC-2 Long Range Photoelectric Sensor is designed for non-contact counting of overlapped paper sheets, newspapers, and flat objects conveyed in lap or shingle stream, regardless of direction of travel. Measuring range is 0-120 mm with object speed of 0-2 m/s for edges greater than 0.3 mm and 0-1 m/s for edges greater then 0.2 mm. Available with M12 connector, sensor can also be adjusted using DIP switch.

Chiral Photonics, Inc
Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9210
Oct 08, 2008 Suited for applications ranging from weld monitoring and control to turbine engine service and design, Helica fiber optic temperature sensor offers accuracy of 1% and sensitivity of 0.01 nm/°C (nominal). It features monolithic glass fiber sensing element that is as stable as silica glass. Standard probe length is 300 mm, while sensor/grating length is 15 mm, and sensor placement is 25 mm from probe tip. Unit utilizes FC/APC type connector.

OmniVision Technologies, Inc.
Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Oct 07, 2008 As 1/3 in., 8 megapixel CameraChip(TM) sensor, OV8810 uses 1.4 micron OmniBSI(TM) architecture that promotes color reproduction as well as low-light sensitivity and enables placement within camera modules as small as 8.5 x 8.5 x 7 mm. It can output data in full resolution at 10 fps and captures 720p HD video @ 60 fps (1080p @ 30 fps); data output is rated to 120 fps at QVGA resolution. Sensor supports 8-/10-/12-bit RAW RGB data over 2-lane high speed MIPI interface or parallel interface.

Calex Instrumentation Ltd
Leighton Buzzard Be LU7 8TE  United Kingdom
Sep 30, 2008 With response time of 240 msec, PyroEpsilon non-contact temperature sensors provide linear 4-20 mA output representing target temperature plus 4-20 mA input to control sensor's emissivity setting. Model PE21 has 2:1 optics making it suitable for applications where sensor can be mounted close to target, Model PE151 is designed for small/distant targets and has optical resolution of 15:1, while Model PE301 is intended for very small/distant targets and has optical resolution of 30:1.

Eastman Kodak Co. (Corporate Headquarters)
Rochester, NY 14650-0001
Sep 29, 2008 Based on TRUESENSE 5.5 micron Interline Transfer CCD technology, KODAK KAI-02150 provides full support for 1,920 x 1,080 pixel image capture, with 16:9 aspect ratio, at 60 frames per second. Sensor, designed in 2/3 in. optical format, offers broad dynamic range, making it suitable for applied and professional markets.

Avago Technologies
San Jose, CA 95131
Sep 29, 2008 Designed to approximate spectral response curve of human eye, APDS-9008 controls display backlighting power in mobile phones, PDAs, and notebook computers to help extend battery life. Analog-output sensor comes in lead-free miniature chipLED SMT package measuring 1.60 x 1.50 x 0.55 mm. It operates from 1.6-5.5 V supply in -40 to +85°C temperatures, and has low sensitivity variation across range of light sources.

Agilent Technologies, Inc
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Sep 22, 2008 Comprised of 5 models optimized for specific frequency and power ranges, U2000B/H Series operate without power meters or external power adapters and feature built-in triggering. Up to 1,000 readings/sec can be taken in buffered mode, and high-speed USB 2.0 interface enables plug-and-play setup. Covering -60 to +44 dBm power range and 9 kHz to 24 GHz frequency range, models also offer internal zeroing and come bundled with N1918A Power Analysis Manager software.

Pepperl + Fuchs, Inc.
Twinsburg, OH 44087 2245
Sep 19, 2008 Rated for use in high-pressure washdown applications, miniature ML7 photoelectric sensors suit harsh environments in food and beverage industry. They feature IP69k-rated housing that provides protection against waterjet pressures up to 1,450 psi and temperatures up to 176°F. Measuring 31 x 23 x 11 mm, sensors are available in diffuse, diffuse with background suppression, retroreflective, retroreflective for clear object detection, and thru-beam operating modes.

Texas Instruments, Inc., Semiconductors
Dallas, TX 75243
Sep 19, 2008 Optimized for sensitivity, TC922 Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) CMOS image sensor offers SVGA (800 x 600) resolution and boosts bright as well as low-light performance of video surveillance cameras. Integral High Response Amplifier in pixel and Reset Noise Reduction circuit provide CCD-level sensitivity and optimal SNR. Each pixel has photodiode and Lateral Overflow Integration Capacitor (LOFIC), which enables sensor's dynamic range to reach 94 dB.

Sensor Developments, Inc.
Orion, MI 48359
Sep 18, 2008 Accredited to ISO-17025 calibration requirements, 01251 non-contact sensors utilize infrared telemetry to measure rotational torque in dynamometer systems. Custom transmission system also allows for up to 4 temperature inputs for measuring multiple heat sources created from friction sources. Available in single, dual, and custom flange designs with capacities from 1,000-250,000 lb-in, sensors are also available with axial thrust and angular measurement capabilities.

IDEC Corporation
Sunnyvale, CA 94089-2209
Sep 16, 2008 Offered in through-beam, background suppression, diffuse, and polarized retro-reflective sensing modes, SA1U photoelectric sensors feature long distance sensing range of 50 m with through-beam models and as close as 1 m with diffuse models. Able to operate under harsh conditions, they support 12-240 Vdc and 24-240 Vac. UL/c-UL listed, CE marked, and IP67 rated units can be configured for specific needs using built-in 3 A relay contacts and time delay functions.

Banner Engineering Corp.
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Sep 16, 2008 With compact housing that has 18 mm threaded barrel or basemount, side-mount, and retrofit bracket options, WORLD-BEAM® QS18 Universal Voltage sensors offer 20-140 Vac/dc or 20-270 Vac/dc operation with P-MOSFET (sourcing)/N-MOSFET (sinking) solid-state output. Sensing modes include opposed pair, retro-reflective, polarized retro-reflective, diffuse, and long range diffuse models for sensing up to 1 m. Rated PW12 (1,200 psi) for washdown environments, they come in dark/light operate models.

SICK, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55438
Sep 10, 2008 Constructed with materials certified by FDA for food and beverage applications, IMF Inductive Sensor, MH15V Photoelectric Sensor, and V18V Photoelectric Sensor have IP69K rating for washdown environments. Watertight IMF series is resistant to temperatures and chemicals. Suited for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industry, MH15V is characterized by short, full-metal stainless steel housing. Touch-teach sensitivity adjustment on V18V eliminates possible weak points from sensor.

Chiral Photonics, Inc
Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9210
Sep 09, 2008 Based on chiral grating, which is fabricated by twisting or microforming fiber, Helica(TM) Temperature Sensor is designed for applications ranging from weld monitoring and control to turbine engine service and design. Sensing element is monolithic glass fiber and features sensitivity of 0.01 nm/°C, nominal. Probe length is 300 mm standard, sensor/grating length is 15 mm, and sensor placement is 25 mm from probe tip. Unit also features FC/APC connector type.

Flir Systems, Inc.
North Billerica, MA 01862
Sep 08, 2008 ThermaCAM® GasFindIR CO(TM) detects carbon monoxide utilizing cooled InSb detector and optical systems that are tuned to very narrow spectral infrared images for detection of very small leaks. Three integration modes, Normal Scene, Cold Scene, and Hot Scene can be user-selected at 60 Hz. Camera can be battery operated for 8 hr of continuous use, connected to ac power for round-the-clock use, or connected to 12 V power for vehicle-based inspections.

SICK, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55438
Sep 05, 2008 OD Precision connects 3 sensors to one controller, reducing amount of required hardware and facilitating measurement of X/Y/Z axes in quality control operations. Able to be used in stand-alone mode, product requires no software, offers 0.02 micron resolution, and uses CMOS technology in detecting targets that are reflective or have dark remission characteristics. Sensor can verify machining tolerances and confirm parts quality as well as positioning.

SICK, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55438
Sep 05, 2008 Capable of detecting virtually any target within 250 mm range, UC4 Ultrasonic Sensor can detect optically difficult targets, such as clear, shiny, and dark materials. Available in compact housing with push-button setup, unit can be set up in 3 detection and output modes: background suppression, window, and reflection. UC4 has single PNP or NPN output and is suited for applications such as hopper/tank fill level and bottling line presence detection.

Contrinex AG
Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Sep 04, 2008 Measuring 30 x 30 x 15 mm, Series 3131 Sensors are immune to color, shape, and surface texture of background beyond set target detection point. Background suppression can be adjusted in small increments down to 15 mm, and sensors have tiny blind zone, enabling targets to be sensed down to 1 mm from lens. Immune to stray light sources, they feature 500 Hz operating frequency, 200 mA switched current rating, 10-36 Vdc operating supply voltage, and stable sensing range from 25-55°C.

Cambridge Research & Instrumentation
Woburn, MA 01801
Sep 04, 2008 Incorporating FLEX technology, Maestro(TM) EX In Vivo Imaging System enables both broad- and narrow-band spectral imaging at click of button. Software tools ensure accurate and automated characterization of fluorescent signals in spectrally complex samples. Optional Dynamic Contrast Enhancement, DyCE(TM), provides all-optical anatomic imaging solution for mice that also helps eliminate signals from non-specific binding.

VisEn Medical, Inc.
Bedford, MA 01730
Aug 27, 2008 With IntegriSense(TM) Fluorescence Molecular Imaging Agent, researchers can image and assess role of integrin alpha v beta 3 in disease progression and therapeutic response in disease states including oncology, cardiovascular disease, and bone disease. Agent works with VisEn's Quantitative Tomographic FMT imaging systems to enable quantitative data on biological targets in vivo. It is also compatible with other fluorescence imaging systems, including planar systems and intravital microscopes.