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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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Photoelectric Sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs   January 22, 2012

Pepperl+Fuchs Inc., Twinsburg, OH, has expanded its ML4.2 Series of subminiature photoelectric sensors with new models offering faster response times, multibeam redundant detection, independent outputs, and zero deadband sensing. High-speed models offer 250 µs response time. More>>

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Macro Sensors Intros Steel Mill LVDT Position Sensor   January 18, 2012

Rugged LVDT is designed for easy installation, calibration and configuration; will reduce mill downtime with long-term operation.More>>

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Photoelectric Sensors from Wenglor   December 18, 2011

Efficient photoelectric sensors from Wenglor Sensoric GmbH, Tettnang, Germany, have an M18 housing and are offered in straight and angled reflex, retro-reflex, and throughbeam types with cable or plug. More>>

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Intrinsically Safe LVDTs from Macro Sensors   December 18, 2011

HLR LVDT linear position sensors from Macro Sensors, Pennsauken, NJ, are rated for operation to 100°C and are UL-/ULC-listed for hazardous locations Class I, Div. 1, Groups A, B, C, D, and Class I, Zone 2. More>>

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Capacitive Sensors from iSEMcon   December 18, 2011

The Ultra line of capacitive sensors from iSEMcon LLC, Sylvania, OH, features a quick-disconnect inline amplifier and is intended for applications involving restricted spacing or small part detection. More>>

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Divergent Beam Sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs   December 4, 2011

ML100-8-W divergent beam sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs Inc., Twinsburg, OH, do not need a reflector and reliably detect clear materials, very small objects over a large area, and glossy materials that can otherwise be a challenge to sense. More>>

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Laser Distance Sensor from Dimetix   November 13, 2011

The FLS-C from Dimetix AG, Herisau, Switzerland, is a laser distance sensor that measures absolute distances up to 500 m without contact. More>>

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Linear Positioning Sensors from MTS Systems   October 23, 2011

MTS Systems Corp., Sensors Div., Cary, NC, has added an R-Series linear position sensor with EtherNet/IP output to its R-Series line. More>>

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Proximity Sensors from Micro Oscillator   October 23, 2011

IPS GaAs FET proximity sensors from Micro Oscillator Inc., Bala Cynwyd, PA, are radiation-hardened by design, using GaAs FET transistors. More>>

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Position Feedback System from Pepperl+Fuchs   October 9, 2011

The PosiTrack PCV from Pepperl + Fuchs Inc., Twinsburg, OH, is a 2D, camera-based position feedback system uses data matrix technology to solve linear feedback applications common to automated storage and retrieval systems, overhead monorails, lifts, and rotary turntables. More>>