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Position/Presence/Proximity

In-depth technical articles that cover the various types of position, presence, and proximity sensors, including their principles of operation, technology comparisons, and real-world applications


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EtherNet/IP Absolute Encoders from TR Electronic   May 20, 2012

TR Electronic, Troy, MI, offers the CEx58 Series of absolute encoders with an EtherNet/IP interface. More>>

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Miniature Ultrasonic Sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs   May 20, 2012

F77 Series ultrasonic sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs Inc., Twinsburg, OH, are 31 by 11 by 23 mm and are an alternative to background-suppression photoelectric sensors. More>>

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Triangulation Sensor from iC-Haus   May 20, 2012

The iC-LO from iC-Haus GmbH, Bodenheim, Germany, is a triangulation sensor SoC for use in diffuse reflective photoelectric sensors with switching outputs. More>>

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Flat/Flush-mount Sensor from Baumer   May 20, 2012

The CFDK 25 low-profile capacitive sensor from Baumer, Southington, CT, reliably detects objects in confined spaces such as low-rise conveyors, automated handling equipment, or industrial machinery. More>>

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Micromachined Reed Sensors from Meder   April 22, 2012

MMS sensors from Meder Electronic Inc., West Wareham, MA, are micro-miniature, hermetically sealed reed switches designed for low-voltage and low-power switching devices up to 3 V max.More>>

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MEMS Joystick from Knowles Acoustics   April 22, 2012

The KMJ0401IC from Knowles Acoustics, Itasca, IL, is an ultra-low-power digital MEMS joystick for use in handheld consumer devices. More>>

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Slim Linear Encoders from RSF Elektronik   March 11, 2012

MSA 700 and 800 Series slim-profile linear encoders from RSF Elektronik, Austria, distributed in the U.S. by Heidenhain Corp., Schaumburg, IL, are suited for metrology applications that require protection from contamination, such as optical comparators, video systems, and vision systems. More>>

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Hall Effect Position Sensor from BEI Sensors   March 11, 2012

The Model 9960 from BEI Sensors, Goleta, CA, is a Hall-effect rotary position sensor that is available in a range of standard configurations, with a variety of termination options, single or dual outputs, and 24 active electrical angles. More>>

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Weld Seam Detector from Roland    February 26, 2012

The NS9N-AAD-SC from Roland Industrial Electronics L.P., Cleveland, OH, is based on the eddy current principle and is designed to detect overlapping weld seams of spring steel strips. More>>

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Cable-Extension Position Sensor from Celesco   February 26, 2012

The SG1 from Celesco Transducer Products Inc., Chatsworth, CA, is a slim, compact, cable-extension position sensor that can be customized to meet OEM needs. More>>