Proximity Sensors

Proximity Sensors

Photoelectric Sensors suit limited space applications.

Series OG 90 features right angle lens and 18 mm stainless steel housing that can be installed in as little as 28 mm of space. Sensors offer pre-set fixed sensing ranges and operate with visible red beam to facilitate sensing alignment during installation. They are available in thru-beam and polarized retro-reflective, as well as background suppression for applications where shiny metals or...

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Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor is offered in 18 mm barrel body.
Proximity Sensors

Ultrasonic Proximity Sensor is offered in 18 mm barrel body.

Virtu18(TM) features teach-in window capability and does not require downtime for sensor recalibration when colors, materials, or shapes change. Unit has VALOXÂ-® housing, operates on 12-24 Vdc, and provides sinking (NPN) or sourcing (PNP) output. Shielding and filtering make fully encapsulated sensor immune to radiated or conducted energy. With sensing ranges from 2-20 in., product has UL...

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Safety Edge Sensor has compact profile.
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Safety Edge Sensor has compact profile.

Measuring Â-½ in. wide and 5/16 in. high, TS-3 Micro Sensing Edge is resistant to water, oil, gasoline, hydraulic fluids, and coolants. With sensitivity of 3 lb, switching element is rated for 3 million operations at any point. Applications include pinch point protection, impact detection, and patient location on medical tables. It is also suitable for pressure-sensitive detection, signaling,...

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Laser Sensors detect parts down to 0.5 mm.
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Laser Sensors detect parts down to 0.5 mm.

Able to perform in difficult conditions, Series V18L features small visible light spot in 18 mm cylindrical housing. Through-beam Model VSE18L offers 60 m range. Reflex photoelectric sensor, Model V18L features 35 m range, while proximity Model VTE18L offers 400 or 250 mm range. Applications include assembly and handling technology, construction of machines, packaging industry, and conveyor...

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Sensors detect clear objects in conveyor applications.

Offered in front- and side-sensing versions, miniature OJ sensors include models with polarized retro-reflective sensing technology. When paired with 50 x 50 mm reflector, sensing range reaches 1.5 m. Sensors are PNP, Pico DC quick-disconnect units with microprocessor-based pushbutton adjustment that simplifies programming. Sensitivity is automatically calibrated by positioning sensor in front of...

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Proximity Sensor detects activity without contact.
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Proximity Sensor detects activity without contact.

Reed switch-actuated proximity sensor permits detection of open/close positions magnetically, without physical contact. Internal reed switch is turned on/off by change in magnetic field and requires no electrical power. Sensor is available in NO, NC, transfer, and latching contact forms. Suitable for factory automation and security applications, sensor is offered in materials for high temperature...

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Miniature Photoelectric Sensor is field-adjustable.
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Miniature Photoelectric Sensor is field-adjustable.

Series ML5 sensor has sensitivity adjustment potentiometer that customizes excess gain and beam characteristics to suit specific application needs. Sensor operates in diffused mode, retro-reflective mode, polarized retro-reflective mode, and thru-beam mode. Features include miniature housing measuring 26 x 12 x 24 mm, NPN and PNP outputs, switch allowing Light ON or Dark ON operations, and...

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Background Suppression Sensors offer plug-and-play usability.
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Background Suppression Sensors offer plug-and-play usability.

WORLD-BEAMÂ-® QS18FF Sensors are available in preprogrammed models for 50 or 100 mm fixed-field sensing ranges. They will only detect objects within preset range, ignoring all others outside range. Visible red spot generated by sensor's LED facilitates target positioning by providing visual confirmation of exact target point. Units feature 10-30 Vdc supply voltage, NPN or PNP outputs, LED...

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Miniature Photoelectric Sensors feature teach mode setup.
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Miniature Photoelectric Sensors feature teach mode setup.

Series PD32 is available in NPN or PNP transistor outputs, with 10-30 Vdc power supply, and operating speed of 1,000 Hz. Functions such as programming sensor to recognize objects, setting sensing range, and inverting output are accessed via single push button. Dynamic Teach Mode allows sensors to be programmed while application is running. Sensing ranges are 500 mm for diffuse, 2.5 m for...

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