CARLO GAVAZZI has announced the addition of a compact ON/OFF current sensor, which is ideal for monitoring of critical loads such as fans, water pumps, lighting, and motors. The EISH Series can detect current as low as 200 mA AC and up to 60 Amps AC, making it optimal for applications in a variety of […]
EL5072 EtherCAT terminal enables direct connection of inductive displacement sensors
Integrating compact, precise displacement measurement into standard control technology reduces complexities The EL5072 EtherCAT Terminal from Beckhoff enables direct connection of up to two inductive displacement sensors, including transducers in LVDT and half-bridge designs or inductive angular position sensors in the RVDT version. Thus, precise position and distance measurements, e.g., in the context of process […]
LZ-19 Series LVIT linear position sensor
The LZ-19 Series of LVIT (Linear Variable Inductance Transducer) position sensors are contactless devices designed for use in factory automation or assembly machinery applications where space is a premium, as well as for external mounting on pneumatic cylinders to sense rod position. The LVIT is offered in nominal full scale ranges from 2.5 to 750 […]
Calibrated and ISO 17025-certified sensors for drugs and perishable goods transportation
Sensirion has announced its new calibrated and ISO 17025-certified humidity and temperature sensors. These sensors enable customers to achieve cost-efficient GDP-compliant supply chain monitoring of drugs, vaccines, and perishable goods. Highly regulated products, such as pharmaceutical or perishable goods, typically require special handling along their distribution chain to comply with several directives. Manufacturers are obligated […]
Hermetically-sealed LVDTs serve as OEM replacements for steam turbine systems
NewTek HAR Series of Hermetically-Sealed Linear Position Sensors provide critical position measurement in the monitoring and control of steam turbine valves in power plants. Ideal for power plant rehabilitation programs, these AC-operated LVDTs serve as OEM replacements for legacy applications, offering the same fit, function, and reliability as original units. Gas turbines use various valves […]
Vision Research launches Phantom TMX high-dpeed cameras
Vision Research, a manufacturer of digital high-speed imaging systems, introduces its Phantom TMX Series, featuring the first high-speed cameras with back side illumination (BSI) sensor technology. These sensors can achieve 75 Gpx/sec of data throughput, as well as improved light sensitivity for fast applications such as combustion, material analysis, crack propagation, spray analysis, ballistics and […]
8mm photoelectric, inductive proximity and capacitive proximity sensors
AutomationDirect has added several small sensors to the proximity sensor lineup. New rectangular 8mm x 16mm inductive proximity sensors are available in flush and non-flush mounting options, NO or NC outputs as well as NPN or PNP logic. The new 8mm round capacitive proximity sensors are able to detect materials other than metal, in a […]
ams launches industry’s smallest proximity sensor
News facts: New TMD2636 fully integrated proximity sensor module for True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds is supplied in an ultra-low-profile 0.35mm package and occupies a volume of just 0.7mm3. The sensor draws on ams innovations in optical sensor hardware and software to provide reliable in-ear proximity detection and to save power when the earbud is […]
Magnetic target switch designed for ready-to-install position sensing
Emerson has released its TopWorxTM Magnetic Target SwitchTM (MTS) to provide ready-to-install, universally-certified position sensing for explosion-proof and intrinsically safe applications. The hazardous locations-approved TopWorx MTS joins the TopWorx GOTM Switch in the Emerson portfolio of position-sensing products, providing a single source for both standard and heavy-duty position sensors. The TopWorx MTS is a magnetic, target-actuated, barrel-style […]
ams launches new family of high-speed industrial image sensors
ams, a worldwide supplier of high-performance sensor solutions, has introduced the CSG family of image sensors, enabling manufacturers to develop industrial vision equipment that achieves higher resolution at very high frame rates. The new CSG14K and CSG8K sensors, supplied in – respectively – a stand-ard 1-in. or a 1/1.1-in. optical format, allow factory operators to […]
