Light Array provides position monitoring and detection.

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Comprising red-light laser and high-resolution CCD receiver, BLA Light Array identifies, compares, or sorts objects based on minimal size or height differences. Multifunction device, offering 2 m range and 0.01 mm resolution, provides numerous modes of measurement such as object diameter, object position, gap width, gap position, and edge position. With intuitive, on-device buttons, users can teach-in up to 6 different objects and blank out disruptive objects in measuring field.



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New High Resolution Light Array from Balluff



Ideal for applications involving measurement and detection of multiple objects



Florence, KY -- If there is a need to identify different objects during the manufacturing process, packing, or quality control, the new BLA high resolution light array from Balluff is the ideal solution. This sensor identifies, compares or sorts objects based on minimal size or height differences.



The intuitive nature of the device makes it easy to use. It consists of a powerful red-light laser and a high-resolution CCD receiver and operates completely independently - without any other accessories such as a controller, PC or special software.  The Balluff BLA light array has a range of up to 2 m and resolution of 0.01 mm.



The multifunctional device offers numerous modes of measurement such as object diameter, object position, gap width, gap position, edge position, etc. In addition, the user can use intuitive, on-device buttons to teach-in up to six different objects and blank out disruptive objects in the measuring field (blanking). Parallel use of the different measuring modes is also possible: e.g., checking the diameter of the object at the same time as determining the position of the object.



The BLA is very versatile, even in particularly harsh conditions, thanks to its robust metal housing:



High-precision position monitoring and detection

Quick and easy sorting of parts according to size and/or diameter

Quality assurance and monitoring, e.g. of heights of objects, gap sizes, etc.

Precise detection of web edges, even with semitransparent materials



Learn more about Balluff's BLA light array on our website.



Watch our BLA light array in action in our YouTube video



About Balluff Inc.:

Balluff Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of Balluff GmbH, Neuhausen, Germany, is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of inductive, photoelectric, vision, capacitive and magnetic sensors as well as linear position transducers, RFID systems, and networking products.  Balluff products for OEM and factory floor solutions are used to control, regulate, automate, assemble, position, and monitor manufacturing, assembly, and packaging sequences for industries including: metalworking, automotive, plastics, material handling, wood processing, aerospace, alternative energy, medical, electrical, and electronics.



Editors:  please contact Kelly Panko at 1-800-543-8390 for clarifications and additional information e-mail kelly.panko@balluff.com



Direct reader service inquiries to:  Kelly Panko, Balluff Inc, 8125 Holton Drive, Florence, KY, Phone 1-800-543-8390, or www.balluff.com



In Canada, contact Stephanie Vista, Marketing Specialist, 2840 Argentia Road, Unit # 2, Mississauga, ON  L5N 8G4, Phone 1-800-927-9654 E-mail: balluff.canada@balluff.ca

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