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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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Miniature Linear Encoder Kit from POSIC   September 5, 2010

The ID1101L from POSIC SA, Neuchatel, Switzerland, is a miniaturized inductive linear encoder with a 9.0 by 6.8 mm encoder head and resolutions from 0.3 mm to 0.3 µm. Outputs are A and B in quadrature.More>>

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Copy Counter from Baumer   September 5, 2010

Designed for use in large-scale printing operations, the SCATEC Clamp Sensor from Baumer, Southington, CT, accurately counts newspapers transported via conveyor clamps or grippers.More>>

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Linear Position Transducer from Balluff   September 5, 2010

The Micropulse PF Series linear transducer from Balluff Inc., Florence, KY, provides accurate, reliable linear position feedback for plastic injection and blow molding, woodworking and metal forming, material handling and packaging machinery, tire and rubber manufacturing, and general factory...More>>

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Encoder Interface Device from US Digital   August 22, 2010

The QSB from US Digital, Vancouver, WA, is a quadrature-to-USB adapter that lets you interface standard quadrature encoder signals into a PC USB port for encoder verification.More>>

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Miniature Incremental Encoders from TURCK   August 22, 2010

Kübler by TURCK 2430 shaft and 2440 hollow-shaft encoders from TURCK Inc., Minneapolis, MN, are incremental magnetic encoders with a 24 mm dia. housing for use in space-restricted installations.More>>

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Rotary Position Sensor with CAN from Elobau   August 22, 2010

The 424CO from Elobau Sensor Technology Inc., Gurnee, IL, is a rotary position sensor with integrated CANopen communications.More>>

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MTS Sensors Doubles Length of RF Series Position Sensors   August 17, 2010

The flexible linear-position devices are now available in flex pipe versions up to 20 m in length.More>>

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SMD Rotary Position Sensor from PIHER North America   August 8, 2010

The PS15 potentiometer from PIHER North America, Libertyville, IL, is an SMD version of the company's PT15 potentiometer, with a 240° electrical angle and a 15 mm package.More>>

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Miniature Photoelectric Sensors from IDEC   July 25, 2010

SA1E-X miniature photoelectric sensors from IDEC Corp., Sunnyvale, CA, detect transparent or translucent objects and have a 500 µs response speed.More>>

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Photoelectric Sensors from Balluff   June 20, 2010

EdgeMaster photoelectric sensors from Balluff Inc., Florence, KY, are for the detection and monitoring of web edges or object edges.More>>