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Carlo Gavazzi is proud to launch a rugged family of inductive proximity sensors in full metal housings, constructed of durable, 304 stainless steel. These sensors feature metal faces, which can withstand impact, abrasions and various types of chemicals and cutting oils that would typically destroy sensors with plastic sensing faces.
The new IAxxF series is loaded with features that make it an excellent first choice for many challenging applications:
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Like all Carlo Gavazzi inductive proximity sensors, the new full metal sensors come with our standard 10 year warranty! They also have all relevant North American approvals, assuring you of a safe performance.
For more information, here is the Inductive Metal Housing Proximity Brochure
The CGES Series (Carlos Gavazzi Environmental Sensors) can be used to measure and monitor various indoor environmental parameters, including CO2, Humidity, Temperature, and Air Velocity.
The CGES Series provide multiple benefits to users. They help maintain indoor air quality, which results in increased comfort and productivity. They also help maximize energy efficiency, which saves money and spares vital resources. And with both wall-mount and duct-mount options, they are easy to install and maintain, which saves money and therefore maximizes maintenance resources. Key specifications include:
- CO2 sensors that use non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) technology to provide measurement ranges of 0-2000ppm and 0-5000ppm with an accuracy of +/- 50ppm
- Relative humidity range of 10 – 90%, with an accuracy of +/- 3%
- Temperature detection range of 32–122°F (0–50°C) with an accuracy of 0.54°F (0.3°C)
- Air velocity detectors with range up to 4,000 ft/min. (20 m/sec.)
- Both 0-10V and 4-20mA proportional output
- Supply voltage 24VAC/DC
The most innovative of the CGES Series product offering are the CO2 sensors, as they feature an auto-calibrating feature, which assures they will be continuously tuned for accurate, worry-free operation.
The CGES Sensors are a complete and versatile solution with applications in office buildings, schools/universities, pools, museums, greenhouses, incubators and food storage rooms, among many others.
For more information, here is the CGES Brochure
The FD-H25-L43 & FD-H25-L45 Stably Detect Glass Substrates and are Heat-Resistant up to 250 C!
These Fiber heads are made of heat-resistant ABS and 40% lighter than previous models. With its lightness in weight, installation on a robot hand does not create any burden.
Dual beam-receiving window enable for wide range detection and the wide receiving window corresponds to the inclination of substrate.
The fiber sharply turns OFF beyond far-point. FD-H25-L43 Far-point cutoff distance is 40 mm or more within an inclination of sensing object. FD-H25-L45 Far-point cutoff distance is 60 mm or more within an inclination of sensing object.
Sensing Range (Note: This is specified for the standard sensing object transparent glass, 0.7 mm thick)
- FD-H25-L43 : 5 to 15 mm with inclination of the sensing object.
- FD-H25-L45 : 11 to 25 mm with inclination of the sensing object
Allowable Bending Radius: R25 mm or more
Fiber Cable Length: 3 m (fixed)
Ambient Temperature: 20 to 250 C (Ordinary temperature side: 20 to 70 C)
Applicable Amplifiers: FX-100/FX-300/FX-311/FX-410 series (Note: Each specification value is measured with FX-301/305, response time in STD mode.)
Download the 2009-2010 New Product Brochure (7Mb) for more information on this and other SunX products.
When using inductive proximity sensors for a control application, it is common to choose a 3-wire DC prox that has a dedicated NPN or PNP control output and bring the output into a PLC input.
Choosing between polarities means determining how the common is wired and selecting accordingly. However, if there is an issue with the sensor, and your machines are a mix between NPN and PNP sensors, you’ll need to keep a few of each type on hand as spares to prevent a line-down situation.
A simple alternative to 3-wire models: the 2-wire proximity sensor
Instead of having the control output as a separate circuit then the power circuit, the 2-wire solution puts everything in parallel, which essentially consolidates the circuitry into one loop. Figure 1 below shows a typical 3-wire PNP circuit. As you can see, the output wire is specific in its polarity so that it will only function on with a 0V common. The power to the sensor is separate from the output circuit. In figure 2, we see the circuit diagram for the 2-wire variation. The output operation is along the two power wires in the form of a voltage drop, thus making the sensor free to work with either polarity on the common.
Replace NPN and PNP 3-wire models
Because of this, you can use the 2-wire sensor to replace both the NPN and PNP 3-wire models, depending on the way you wire it up. As you can see in figure 3, replacing a three wire sensor is as simple as following the flow of current. Being that in this example you are replacing a PNP, or current sourcing, sensor, you are connecting to an input that has a 0V common. Connecting the 2-wire sensor can be done by merely connecting the blue wire to the input and the brown wire to the 24V source.
The process is the same for replacing a NPN 3-wire sensor. In this case you would just connect the brown wire to the input and the blue wire to the ground of your power supply.
Not only do you have one less wire to install, you have one solution that will work equally as well as both types of 3-wire sensors. This greatly simplifies the usage and replacement of inductive proximity sensors across all applications.
GX-U/FU Series - DC 2-wire Cylindrical Inductive Proximity Sensor
GL-8/8U Series – Compact Rectangular Proximity Sensors available in 2 and 3-wire configurations
GXL Series – Micro Size Rectangular Proximity Sensors available in 2 and 3-wire configurations
High Performance inductive proximity sensor with class leading stability and environmental resistance.
Introducing the newest member of the rectangular proximity sensor line, the GX-F/H series. This exciting new series offers an unprecidented level of stability, durability, and workability. Using advanced manufacturing techniques, SUNX is able to create sensors that are minimize part to part variance and offer a detection distance that only varies by a maximum of 0.4mm! The result is an incredibly stable detection that is suitable for usage in high volume applications where precision from installation to installation is imperative.
The environmental characteristics of the GX-F/H series further solidify its high-end performance, easily surpassing conventional products. The IP68g enclosure completely isolates the sensor from the effects of dirt, water, or oil allowing usage in very harsh environments. The series also exhibits an extrememly tight deviation of sensing characteristics, +/-8%, over its usable temperature range of -25 to +70 degrees C.
Add in a 10X increase in vibration in shock resistance over our previous models and you are left with the most durable proximity sensor SUNX has created to date. Lastly, SUNX has added a metal sleeve in the mounting hole to increase tightening strength, and doubled the wiring gauge to make workability far easier then previous models, installation has never been easier.
For more information, here is the GX-F/H Product Brochure
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Introducing the Ultimate Mark Sensor.
The LX-100 series of digital color mark sensors utilizes 3 LED elements (Red, Green, and Blue) offering high precision sensing of any color marking. A four digit digital display allows for user-friendly setting and monitoring of sensor settings. Six easy-to-see indicators surround the main display allowing quick and easy confirmation of the operating mode.
Also, the threshold value can be conveniently checked at the touch of a button. One-level, two-level and fully automatic teaching methods are available with an option of external teaching if the sensor is not easily accessible. The LX-100 series has two detection modes:
Mark Mode
The sensor automatically selects the most effective LED color for the application that is presented. With a fast response time of 45 microseconds, this mode is best suited for high speed manufacturing lines.
Color Mode
For high precision color mark detection, all three LEDs are utilized to distinguish between colors that are difficult with conventional single LED sensors. The built-in 12-bit A/D converter enables high precision 1/4000 resolution judgments.
For further details please check out the LX-100 Catalog
Measures air flow up to 1000 liters per minute all with one of the industry’s smallest sizes.
The FM-200 Series is a bi-directional digital flow sensor for use with air or Nitrogen gas. It offers high precision detection in an ultra small package, thanks to the utilization of MEMS technology. The series covers a wide range of flow rates and has a wide range of I/O options standard, such as dual discrete outputs, an analogvoltage output, and an external input.
* Dual Digital Display: The integrated two-color dual digital display offers quick and easy verification of the sensor’s operation, including flow rate, direction, and output condition.
* Bi-Directional Flow Detection: The unique sensor chip of the FM-200 allows for flow sensing in both directions. The unit utilizes two temperature sensors, one on each side of a heater element, to determine the heat distribution. This concept provides accurate detection, regardless of flow direction.
* Flow Rate and Flow Meter Modes: The FM-200 series not only has the ability of displaying the real time flow rate of a process, but also has a mode that will allow the unit to function as a flow meter. This is great for applications where the customer would like monitor the amount of air used or lost in their process.
* Comprehensive Lineup: The FM-200 series consists of three main body styles with a total of eight flow rate ranges, from 0.5 l/min to 1000 l/min. Port options range from 4mm push fit to G1/2 female threads. The comparative outputs are available in NPN or PNP types.
For further details please check out the FM-200 Catalog
These are the latest innovations added to our expanding V10 family of amplifiers and exemplify the versatility STM is known for. The V10 analog amplifiers offer a dramatic improvement over the V8 design and are compatible with all STM MICROmote® – sensors. The addition of a digital display allows the user much more insight on the different aspects of an application and takes all the guess work out of sensor calibration and troubleshooting. The V10 analog amplifiers will replace the V8-C and V8-D amplifiers for applications that require an analog output.
Features:
- Model V10-C with voltage output 0-10V
- Model V10-D with current output 4-20mA
- Intuitive setting through AutoTeach
- Easy to read 3-digit display
- Dialogue- and signal strength indication
- Compatible with STM MICROmote® sensors (except nanoSPOT)
The advantages for the user:
1. Qualitative evaluation of dynamic processes through direct interpretation of the analogue sensor signals.
2. In combination with every STM MICROmote® reflective beam sensor it may be used as a basic distance measuring device.
3. Ideal evaluation unit for STM web edge guide sensors (light-band fork sensors).
4. The automatic adjustment algorithm (AutoTeach) guarantees the optimum utilization of the whole range of operation.
For further details please check out the V10 Product Brochure
Digital Laser Sensor
The LC100/120 series, with a 50x50x15mm compact housing, offers advanced sensor functionality, available with safety class 1 or class 2 laser emission. This series offers versions with cable or M12 connection that can be rotated for either straight or right-angle positions. All versions have NPN or PNP output available. Four sensing configurations are available as follows:
Laser through-beam: Visible class 1 laser red light emission (typ. 650nm), Operating distance up to 60m, Resolution better than 6mm at 0.5m and 10mm over 2m, Very high switching frequency up to 1.5kHz, Double NO-NC output with NPN or PNP version & Test input.
Laser polarized retroreflective: Visible class 1 laser or class 2 red light emission (typ. 650nm), Operating distance up to 20m, Resolution better than 10mm, Trimmer setting for fine sensitivity adjustment, Very high switching frequency up to 2kHz & Double NO-NC output with NPN or PNP version.
Diffuse reflective: Visible class 1 laser red light emission (typ. 650nm), Operating distance 0 to 60cm, Resolution approx. 0.2mm at 15cm, Trimmer setting for fine sensitivity adjustment, Very high switching frequency up to 2kHz & Double NO-NC output with NPN or PNP version.
Diffuse Reflective w/ Background suppression: Visible class 1 or class 2 laser red light emission (typ. 650nm), Operating distance 5 to 10cm, 3 to 15 cm, or 5 to 35cm, Resolution approx. 0.5mm at 6cm, Teach-in setting & External teach-in (LC-100).
For further details please check out the LC-100/120 Product Brochure
Multifunction Optical Sensor
The M18-L series of laser sensors provides stable sensing for high-precision, and long-range applications. With a lineup of 48 models to choose from, the M18-L series covers a wide range of applications all with the ease of an M18 barrel mount style. Thrubeam, Retroreflective, and diffuse model configurations are available with up to a 60M detection distance for an ultra long range solution.
The M18-L series features a threaded M18 barrel mount body that makes installation quick and easy. Just use the included mounting nuts to secure the sensor to punched hole on the rail of your manufacturing line, or use the available mounting brackets for a simple solution.
Several options are available including: Front or Side View Models, M12 quick connect or 2M Cable Types, NPN or PNP output & Plastic or Metal Housing.
Class 1 Laser: Using an FDA class I laser, the M18-L provides a safe laser solution without the need for additional protection, adding flexibility to the mounting of the sensors.
For further details please check out the M18-L Product Brochure