Sensors

Adding a new generation of hygienic pressure sensors in the PP20H family, Baumer is closing a gap in its portfolio and offering an attractively-priced solution for demanding hygienic applications. The sensor has a robust, IP69K-rated stainless steel housing which is designed to handle a variety of applications, and is equipped with a condensate-proof silicon measuring cell. 

Featuring a temperature coefficient offset (TCO) between 20 and 65 degrees Celsius, Bosch’s small, low-power, low-noise BMP388 digital barometric sensor delivers accurate altitude measurement over a broad temperature range. It is available at Mouser Electronics.

A new protection method for total encapsulation has been developed by Joral LLC, as part of the J1 Line’s electronic components. Specially crafted to ensure total protection from extreme temperature fluctuation, intense machine vibration, and pressure wash down, the Joral J1 Line Shafted Rotary Encoders perform rotary motion feedback for industry, ranging from directional drilling rigs to timber harvesters.

  A new series of stepper motors with built-on optical encoders has been introduced by EAO which aim to simplify and streamline the design of closed loop motion control systems typically found in equipment such as 3D printers and medical instrumentation.

When it comes down to choosing the right safety relay, it is important in identifying the smallest performance improvements as it can result in big productivity gains. That’s why SICK has developed its ReLy safety relays to achieve a 10ms response time with a class-leading, long and durable product lifecycle.

A new wireless wind speed system aimed at the crane industry has been launched by Mantracourt. The new solution, comprising the wireless wind speed display (T24-DWS) and transmitter module (T24-WSSp), is pre-calibrated, making it simple and easy to use. It is a suitable solution for tower cranes, mobile cranes and crawler cranes, effectively monitoring wind speeds, transmitting the data to a display and fully conforming to the Radio Equipment Directive (RED).

  Monitran have launched a new model in their MTN/8006 range of signal conditioners. The MTN/8006TC temperature signal conditioning unit converts the voltage output from a temperature sensor to an industry standard current output.

SONY has released their new image sensors within its third generation Pregius line, featuring the SLVS-EC high speed interface. Both the CMOS Global Shutter IMX425 and the IMX432, with a 1.1” optical format, provide 1,78MP resolution, and a pixel pitch of 9µm for image quality. These next generation sensors are available at FRAMOS. The IMX425 is a suitable fit for high speed factory automation with an 8/10/12-bit A/D converter and a throughput of up to 565 frames per second (fps) at a 10-bit pixel depth. 

A configurable plug-and-play 3D detection sensor has been launched by SICK based on its Visionary-T range of industrial 3D imaging cameras, harnessing the imaging power of SICK’s single-snapshot Time-of–Flight (TOF) technology for a range of detection and collision warning duties. With on-board processing, the Visionary-T DT sensor can be easily configured for a variety of applications to detect the presence or absence of 3D objects. It therefore offers a versatile, entry-level option for collision warning on forklifts, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Carts (AGCs).

At the Hannover Messe show last week the Pepperl+Fuchs stand allowed visitors to view their likeness as a digital image and experienced production in lot size one. Visitors were able to scan themselves in 3D and have the image printed on the front page of a trade fair magazine. With the help of a digital twin, the production process on a sheet metal bending machine was simulated and the results used live for optimisation in response to the differing properties of various raw materials.