Sensors

In all process industries the objectives are to improve efficiency and maximise profitability, at the same time as ensuring repeatable product quality. Moreover, these all have to be achieved within the required environment of high hygiene standards, where reliable assurance of clean and cleanable pipework and equipment is paramount.

With a highly responsive ultraviolet flame sensor and advanced signal processing, the new high-temperature FL3111HT UV Flame Detector from General Monitors operates in temperatures up to 125ºC (257ºF), which makes it suitable for use in demanding process and plant environments. To achieve the FL3111HT’s high temperature rating, the instrument features a uniquely designed UV flame detector and electronic components that operate with very low power consumption to reduce detector self-heating.

Endevco Corporation has announced introduction of the Endevco model 7287 crush sensor with performance certified to specifications for critical test applications requiring superior accuracy, reliability and low cost of ownership. The device provides for reliable, predictable performance in terms of several key parameters and avoids the need to characterize the sensor before use.

Wilcoxon Research announces the addition of a displacement sensor to its popular PC420 Series of 4-20 mA vibration sensors. The PC420D is the first IEPE displacement transducer and 4-20 mA vibration transmitter packaged as a single sensor.

Now available from Contrinex is a new generation of photoelectric proximity switches designed to provide users with a high level of performance at competitive prices.

The torque-current characteristics of a combined motor-generator developed for a Lotus-based hybrid car have been comprehensively mapped by a TorqSense digital torque sensor.

Gems Sensors & Controls has announced the launch of a new miniature, low cost Electro Optic Level Sensor, the ELS-950. The compact size, durability, high temperature capability and low cost makes the ELS-950 ideally suited for monitoring coolants, lubricants, hydraulic fluids and overflow reservoirs in industries as diverse as off highway vehicles, medical, oil and gas, water, HVAC, marine, transport and food & beverage.

Firstsight Vision can now offer the new Stingray series of cameras from Allied Vision Technologies (AVT). Stingray combines the outstanding functionality of the Pike family with the sensors and compact size of the Marlin series to offer excellent value for money. The six Stingray versions feature progressive scan colour or monochrome CCD sensors, each available with resolutions from VGA to 2 megapixels. Advanced thermal management for the sensors reduces dark current noise and improves image quality.

New 3D visualisation software for laser profile sensors is now available, which enables users to export captured 3D data to other software. The data can be converted to a 3D bitmap image or exported as a 3D point cloud to any CAD/CAM software application.

Contrinex has introduced a new range of M18, low cost, high precision diffuse laser sensors designed to solve the problem of detecting small components or features during manufacturing processes.