Showing posts with label Sensing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Sensing. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Banner Engineering Mini-Array Basic Light Sensor


Banner Engineering’s new Mini-Array Basic light curtain is a streamlined, affordable light sensor.

FEATURES
  • Includes a pair of sensor emitter/receiver arrays configured for material handling and logistics applications; an auto-streaming feature automatically transmits measurement data without the need for a separate controller.
  • Features sensors with a 2m-detection range, with beams spaced 19.1mm apart.
  • Can be set to straight or interlaced scanning patterns to optimize speed or the resolution of the detection field.
  • A budget-conscious solution for box profiling, edge guiding, parts ejection, and hole detection applications.
  • Available with array lengths from 150mm to 1210mm, in 150mm increments.

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Banner Engineering Q45DPSD Wireless Differential Pressure Sensor

Banner Engineering introduces the newest member of its Q45 line, the Q45DPSD Wireless Differential Pressure Sensor.

FEATURES
  • Measures the differential between the high and low side of a pneumatic system, such as air flow through a filter.
  • Transmits data to a wireless DXM Controller or Performance Gateway for remote monitoring of critical systems.
  • Includes installation tubing as well as an industrial wireless transmitter, reducing the need for multiple components.
  • Ideal for predictive maintenance of HVAC air filters, quality control for volumetric flow measurement, clean rooms, laboratory rooms, and hospitals.

Monday, September 20, 2021

Banner Engineering EZ-Array Sensor

Banner Engineering has updated its EZ-Array sensor with IO-Link 1.1.

FEATURES
  • Enables users to access Active Measurement 1 and 2, individual beam states, or all measurement modes as process data.
  • IO-Link 1.1 reads parameter data 8x faster than version 1.0.
  • Features closely spaced infrared beams that detect objects as small as 5mm.
  • Offers automatic device replacement for quick device configuration—simply plug in an EZ-Array to the IO-Link master and the configuration will be automatically loaded onto it.
  • Applications include edge and center-guiding, loop-tension control, hole sizing, parts counting, and on-the-fly product sizing and profiling.
Banner Engineering EZ-Array Sensor

Friday, September 10, 2021

Banner Engineering QT50 Radar Sensor

Banner Engineering now offers its QT50R Radar Sensor with a smaller dead zone and a new 0–10V analog output option to measure an object’s position.

FEATURES
  • Uses a 90°x76°-angle beam, with an adjustable sensing field to ignore objects beyond a setpoint.
  • Objects can be measured out to 24 meters and detected as close as 0.5 meters from the sensor.
  • Ideal for collision avoidance in mobile equipment such as reach stackers, forklifts, and mining vehicles.
  • Rugged IP67 housing enables use in harsh outdoor applications, and its sensing functions are unaffected by wind, falling rain and snow, fog, and light.

Banner Engineering Q5X Laser Sensor

Banner Engineering’s Q5X Laser Sensors now have an increased range up to 3 meters.

FEATURES
  • Uses increased excess gain to easily identify traditionally challenging targets.
  • Incorporates analog and discrete outputs.
  • Reliable detection of black targets against a black background, black targets against a shiny metal background, clear and reflective objects, multicolor packaging, and targets of all colors.
  • Available in 0-10V or 4-20mA models.

Banner Engineering T30R Radar Sensor

Banner Engineering’s T30R Radar Sensor now comes with a wider-angle 45°x45° beam pattern to better detect curved surfaces and larger targets.

FEATURES
  • Provides reliable detection of high-dielectric targets like metal or large amounts of water, as well as lower-dielectric materials like wood, rock, or organic materials.
  • Unaffected by rain, wind, snow, fog, steam, sunlight, and has an operating temperature of -40° to +65°C.
  • Radar Configuration Software, IO-Link, remote teach input, and push buttons for flexible set-up and configuration.
  • Compact, IP67 rated housing for use in challenging environments.

Thursday, August 19, 2021

Banner Engineering Q45VAC All-in-One C-Cell Vibration Sensor

Banner Engineering’s Wireless Q45VAC All-in-One C-Cell Vibration and Temperature Sensor extends battery life to three years.

FEATURES
  • This industrial, battery-powered device analyzes vibration and temperature data to identify and predict failures in rotating machinery.
  • Ideal for such equipment as motors, pumps, rotary compressors, exhaust or HVAC fan motors, and spindles.
  • This unit combines sensors with a wireless node and battery power supply in a single, compact device.
  • The All-in-One composition eliminates the cost of ordering and installing separate components.

Banner Engineering Q45 All-in-One D-Cell Photoelectric Sensor Nodes

Banner Engineering extends its Q45 line of all-in-one photoelectric sensor nodes with a new D-cell battery version.

FEATURES
  • Provides four years of maintenance-free service, double the battery life of existing versions with smaller batteries.
  • The Q45 sensors are self-contained units for coordinating multiple machines in part-counting, as well as OEE applications.
  • Each model combines a sensor, wireless node, and an internal battery in a single device making it easier to handle challenging factory applications or to add sensing to existing industrial systems.
  • Enables facilities to add a scalable wireless-sensor network without adding cables, cord sets, or external power.
  • Available in two sensing modes: Diffuse and Retroreflective.

Turck TS+ Temperature Sensor

Turck introduces the TS+ sensor, a line of programmable temperature sensors that are used to measure and display process temperatures.

FEATURES
  • Features a rotatable stainless steel housing for a long service life, multi-color display, IO-Link, switching or analog outputs, and automatic detection of output signals for fast commissioning.
  • One-piece translucent display with capacitive touchpads eliminate leak points and improve overall sealing.
  • Ideal for a range of factory automation applications including automotive assembly, powertrain, and automated parts handling.
  • Available with a built-in or remote mounted temperature probe for ultimate flexibility.

Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Turck Q130WD AC/DC Inductive Sensor

Turck expands its line of Q130WD inductive sensors with a new AC/DC variant.

FEATURES
  • Designed for the food and beverage industry, the this non-contact solution detects gaps in the flow of metal cans on high-speed food and beverage lines to prevent production errors.
  • The Q130WD’s rectangular housing is made from FDA-approved plastics specified in accordance with IP68/IP69K ratings for washdown, and is resistant to all common alkaline and acidic cleaning agents.
  • Switching signal and operating voltage displays feature bright corner LEDs that are clearly visible from every angle.
  • Its 44mm height enables the Q130WD to easily fit between aluminum rails and can be installed flush.
Turck Q130WD AC/DC Inductive Sensor
Turck Technical Datasheets

Tuesday, June 15, 2021

IDEC SA1P-UC24V USB Portable Sensor Checker

IDEC’s new SA1P-UC24V Portable Sensor Checker easily connects 24VDC devices at any location.

FEATURES

  • Used for Equipment testing and continuity check anywhere.
  • Used on a desk or in the field.
  • Uses a commercially available mobile battery.
  • Easy to connect with Push-in method. 
  • Two 24VDC devices can be connected at the same time.
IDEC SA1P-UC24V USB Portable Sensor Checker
IDEC Technical Datasheets

Tuesday, May 4, 2021

Carlo Gavazzi EISH Series ON/OFF Current Sensor

The EISH Series from Carlo Gavazzi is the latest addition to the industry leading collection of current sensors for ON/OFF load monitoring. It provides instantaneous and reliable feedback to control systems, contributing to preventive and predictive maintenance actions, which helps reduce downtime and maintenance costs.

FEATURES

  • Solid state output for easy connection to PLCs or controllers.
  • The sensor detects AC current from 200mA up to 60A.
  • Fixed set point of either 200mA or 400mA.
  • 22.5mm wide housing.
  • DIN rail or panel mount.
Carlo Gavazzi EISH Series ON/OFF Current Sensor
Carlo Gavazzi Technical Datasheets

Banner Engineering Q4X600 High Resolution Laser Measurement Sensor

Banner Engineering's new Q4X600 high resolution laser measurement sensors are now available with analog output and even higher excess gain to solve more applications. This versatile, rugged laser measurement sensor is available in barrel or flush mount housing. It builds upon the success of the Q4X with even higher performance and detection capabilities.

FEATURES

  • Discrete, analog (0 to 10V or 4 to 20mA), clear object, and IO-Link models available.
  • Q4X600 high resolution models are now available with analog output and even higher excess gain to solve more applications.
  • Reliable sensing range from as close as 25mm and as far as 610mm.
  • Detects across a variety of target colors, materials and surfaces based on distance.
  • Dual teach mode (intensity + distance) is ideal for error-proofing applications and enables clear object detection with no retro-reflector required.
  • Robust housing rated to IP69K with FDA-grade stainless steel.
  • Easy setup with responsive buttons.
  • Rugged design resists mechanical impact, over tightening and extreme vibration.
  • Clear distance readout from angled four-digit display.
Banner Engineering Q4X600 High Resolution Laser Measurement Sensor
Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets

Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Honeywell Sensing and Control ABP2 Series Basic Board Mount Pressure Sensors

Honeywell Sensing and Control's new ABP2 Series are piezoresistive silicon pressure sensors offering a digital output for reading pressure over the specified full scale pressure span and temperature range.

They are calibrated and temperature compensated for sensor offset, sensitivity, temperature effects and accuracy errors (which include non-linearity, repeatability and hysteresis) using an on-board Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC).Calibrated output values for pressure and temperature are updated at approximately 200 Hz. All products are designed and manufactured according to ISO 9001 standards. The liquid media option includes an additional gel coating to protect the electronics under port P1, which enables use with non-corrosive liquids (e.g. water and saline) and in applications where condensation can occur.The ABP2 Series is available in tube packaging. Pocket tape and reel packaging is available upon request.FEATURES
  • Wide operating pressure ranges.
  • Extended operating and compensated temperature ranges.
  • Low Total Error Band. 
  • Industry-leading accuracy.
  • Ultra-low power consumption.
  • High burst pressures.
  • Variety of pressure ports.
  • Food grade compatible.
  • Harsh media compatible with flourosilicone gel.
  • Meets IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020E-MSL 1.
  • NSF-169, LFGB, and BPA compliant materials.
  • RoHS and REACH compliant materials.
  • Suitable for portable IoT applications.
Honeywell Sensing and Control ABP2 Series Basic Board Mount Pressure Sensors
Honeywell Sensing and Control Technical Datasheets


Monday, February 15, 2021

IDEC KW2D Series Smart RFID Readers

IDEC's KW2D series smart RFID increases tracking, security, access levels, and productivity of applications. Built for easy integration into industrial systems, this RFID device lets OEM and end users implement secure equipment identification, access control, and traceability.

The built-in Ethernet port that facilitates quick connectivity to host devices like PLCs and HMIs using Modbus TCP. A built-in LED and auxiliary buzzer provide feedback on operation status. KW2D readers operate at standard 13.56MHz high frequency, providing a reading distance of up to 15mm depending on the tag style. 

 

KW2D series supports 3rd party RFID tags if the tags are operated at 13.56 MHz and rated Type A, Type F or Type V standard. Although KW2D works with various RFID tag formats, IDEC-supplied color-coded key fob or card-style tags include enhanced encryption compared with other tag types.

FEATURES

  • All-in-one, lightweight and compact.
  • Built-in RJ45 Ethernet port.
  • Push-in power terminals for safety and easy connection.
  • Built-in LED and auxiliary buzzer.
  • IP65/67 rated, water-, dust-, and oil-proof ratings.
  • Designed to work on metal surfaces.
  • FREE configuration software tool.

Thursday, January 28, 2021

Banner Engineering T30R Radar Sensor



The T30R radar sensor from Banner Engineering is a longer-range alternative to ultrasonic sensors that provides more reliable detection and position feedback in extreme outdoor conditions and other challenging environments.

FEATURES 

  • Features Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) for detection of both stationary and moving targets.
  • More precise and reliable alternative to traditional 24 GHz radar.
  • Detects objects as close as 150mm and can measure with linearity and repeatability less than +/- 1cm.
  • Unaffected by rain, wind, snow, fog, steam, sunlight, and an operating temperature of -40 to +65°C.
  • Crosstalk immunity, allowing for multiple sensors to be mounted in close proximity.
Banner Engineering T30R Radar Sensor
Banner Engineering Technical Datasheets



Thursday, October 8, 2020

Banner Engineering VE Series Smart Camera

Banner Engineering’s VE Series Smart Cameras solve a wide range of vision and identification applications, such as item detection, part positioning, feature measurement, flaw analysis, quality assurance, traceability and barcode reading.

FEATURES

  • Available in 5MP (2592 × 2048 pixels), 2MP (1600 x 1200 pixels), 1.3MP (1280 x 1024 pixels), and WVGA (752 x 480 pixels) models, all with the same powerful inspection and/or identification capabilities.
  • Runtime editing capability reduces costly downtime and the software emulator allows for offline building and troubleshooting of applications.
  • Factory communications (EtherNet/IP, Modbus/TCP, PROFINET, and Serial RS-232) for integration on the manufacturing floor.
  • Six optically isolated I/O and the ability to power and control external lighting. 
  • Onboard display provides inspection information makes it easy to update sensor settings, facilitating fast product changeover.
  • Robust metal housing with optional lens covers to achieve IP67 rating for use in harsh environments.

Friday, September 25, 2020

Turck PD67 RFID Handheld Scanner

From improving inventory management to easily re-writing tags, Turck offers the PD67 mobile handheld RFID scanner for both HF and UHF applications. You’ll appreciate the built-in features and functionality of the ruggedly constructed PD67.

The PD67 comes equipped with a battery, USB cable, docking station, and a power supply unit.

FEATURES

  • Turck introduces the PD67 RFID handheld scanner which combines both barcode and RFID technologies in a single device.
  • 5.5” capacitive touch color display with ergonomic user interface for ease of use.
  • Reads HF/UHF, 1D and 2D code types for application flexibility.
  • Rugged IP67 rated construction withstands multiple drops on smooth concrete from 1.5m height.
Turck PD67 RFID Handheld Scanner
Turck Technical Datasheets

Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Banner Engineering Q5X Series Extended Range and Jam Detection Sensors

Banner Engineering's Q5X series has expanded from a 2m triangulation sensor to include a time-of-flight sensor with an extended sensing range up to 5m and an application-specific jam detection model to reliably detect jams on conveyor lines.

FEATURES
  • High excess gain for reliable detection of the darkest objects (<0.1% reflective black targets.
  • Reliable detection of black targets against a black background, black targets against a shiny metal background, clear and reflective objects, multicolor packaging, and targets of all colors.
  • Jam detection model alerts operators to production line jams reducing or preventing downtime.
  • Dual teach mode measures both distance plus light intensity to solve the most challenging applications.
  • 270-degree rotatable M12 QD to meet a variety of mounting constraints.
  • Programmable via on-board user interface, remote teach, IO-Link or optional remote sensor display.
  • Remote Sensor Display (RSD) enables remote programming and monitoring.
Banner Engineering Q5X Series Extended Range and Jam Detection Sensors

Friday, September 4, 2020

Banner Engineering Q76E Series Wide Beam Retroreflective Sensor


The new Q76E series sensor from Banner Engineering reliably detects the leading edge of challenging and irregularly shaped targets, such as shrink wrapped pallets, polybags, and perforated packaging while offering exceptional levels of sensitivity to detect objects as small as 8 mm.

FEATURES
  • Visible red beam simplifies alignment.
  • Bright LEDs for visual indication.
  • Up to 4 meters range enables tremendous flexibility in mounting.
  • Two sensitivity levels for detection of the most challenging targets.
  • Retroreflective sensor requires wiring on only one side of the conveyor.
  • 250 Hz switching frequency for high speed production lines.