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Magnetic field sensors for C-slot

September 6, 2022

BMF magnetic field sensors for the C-slot from Balluff are mainly used to monitor the piston position on cylinders and grippers. The sensor detects the field of the magnet integrated in the piston through the cylinder wall.

Choosing Between M18 and Flatpack Proxes

Will Healy III

September 6, 2022

Both M18s and flatpacks are inductive or proximity sensors that are widely used in mechanical engineering and industrial automation applications.

Capacitive, the Other Proximity Sensor

Jack Moermond

September 6, 2022

What is the first thing that comes to mind if someone says “proximity sensor?” My guess is the inductive sensor, and justly so because it is the most used sensor in automation today.

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Triangle Package Machinery reduces bagger footprint by 60%

IO-Link increases efficiency and reduces machine footprint

March 29, 2022

To meet the demands of customers wanting smaller, more efficient machines that also meet the sanitary and hygienic design requirements of the food packaging industry, Triangle Package Machinery Company required two solutions in one.

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Sensor Technologies to Detect Pneumatic Cylinder Position

March 29, 2022

In the field of automation, a very popular choice for prime mover duties is the pneumatic cylinder. Pneumatic cylinders carry many advantages in terms of relatively low first cost, application simplicity, and durability.

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Add Safety and Accessibility With Remote Amplifiers

Why did the sensor cross the road? To work remotely, of course.

March 29, 2022

Even sensors are working remotely these days, and some have good reason. Many applications dictate that the sensing element be placed remotely from its associated electronics. Let’s looks at a few common examples of this.

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Food for Thought: Should a Fork Sensor be Your First Choice?

December 20, 2021

When it comes to reliability and accuracy, there is no optical sensing mode better than the through-beam photoelectric sensor. Its reliability is a result of the extraordinary levels of excess gain - the measurement of light energy above the level required for normal sensing.

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Flush, Non-Flush, or Factor 1? Which Inductive is Best for Your Application?

December 20, 2021

Ever feel like your proximity application isn't working just right? Maybe it’s the inductive sensor selection.

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Improve the Reliability of Hydraulic Cylinder Position Sensors

Henry Menke

March 1, 2021

Magnetostrictive linear position sensors are the dominant technology for hydraulic cylinder position feedback. They are preferred over alternatives due to their high accuracy, wide variety of electrical interfaces, signal stability across temperature variation, wear-free operation, and tolerance of shock and vibration.

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Custom Sensors: Let Your Specs Drive the Design

Tom Rosenberg

March 1, 2021

Customized sensors, embedded vision and RFID systems are often requirements for Life Science devices to meet the needs for special detection functions, size constraints and environmental conditions.

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