Laser diode sensors combine the alignment advantages of a visible sensing beam with the increased sensing range of a laser . They operate on dc or ac/dc (universal voltage). Class 1 and Class 2 devices are available.
- Conserves production space by using a one-piece design
- Does not touch parts it measures, so can be used with moving processes, hot parts and sticky parts
- Provides 12 to 30V dc supply voltage with either an NPN or PNP discrete output, and a 4-20 mA or 0-10V dc analog output
- Automatically scales the analog output over the width of the programmed sensing window
- Features outstanding maximum resolution of 3 µm for flat white targets
- Uses an ultra-narrow beam to precisely measure distance, height or thickness
- Available in ranges of 45 to 60 mm (LG5) and 75 to 125 mm (LG10)
- Lets you pick the exact range you need with the push of a button
- Features push-button TEACH-mode programming for custom sensing windows
- Offers remote programming for added security and convenience
- Uses push-button programming for three output response speeds
High speed, high precision, non-contact laser measurement sensor which provides accurate and stable displacement or thickness measurement on wood, metal, rubber, ceramic, and plastic parts.
- Extremely accurate, robust and self-contained laser displacement sensor using a 1024 pixel CMOS linear imager
- Precise narrow laser spot for easy alignment to the target
- Reliable and accurate measurement results on real world targets, such as machined metal, wood, ceramic, paper and painted targets
- Target displacement or target thickness measurement with high resolution 4-20 mA or RS-485 serial communication outputs
- Non-contact measurement for use on moving processes, hot parts, machined parts, and soft or sticky parts
- Two sensors self-synchronize for thickness measurements and thickness calculation within the sensors; no external controller required
- Offered in retroreflective models with two discrete outputs (PNP) for extremely long ranges up to 250 m
- Available in diffuse models with two discrete outputs (PNP) and one 4-20 mA output for long-range background suppression up to 10 m
- Provides two alarm outputs with ongoing LCD display for easy troubleshooting
- Features TEACH-mode programming, using integrated push buttons or serial interface
- Continually displays sensing distance in millimeters or hundredths of an inch
- Delivers excellent ±10 mm linearity
- Offers choice of RS-422 or SSI-compatible serial connection
- Uses visible Class 2 alignment laser for accurate alignment
- Provides quick warmup to minimize drift
The LE series' linear array technology provides great performance and resolution regardless of detection object's color or sheen.
- Ready to measure right out of the box
- Easy adjustment with a two-line, eight-character intuitive display
- Linear array provides repeatability and accuracy for challenging targets
- Uses self-contained Class 1 or 2 modulated laser emitters with visible red beam
- Features 12.7 mm diameter smooth aluminum barrel
- Uses 10 to 30V dc supply voltage
- Compatible with a variety of photoelectric receivers
- Features collimated, apertured beam 2 mm in diameter, divergence of less than 1 milliradian
- Delivers excellent mechanical repeatability in position-sensing applications
- Convergent- and retroreflective-mode laser sensor delivers precise position detection, inspection and counting.
- Powerful retroreflective models offer long-range retroreflective sensing.
- Fixed-field technology in the convergent-mode models ignores objects beyond the maximum sensing distance.
- Convergent models have precise 0.25 mm beam width at the convergent focus point.
- Retroreflective models have a precise, narrow beam to sense small objects at close range or larger objects to 10.6 m.
- Power supply is 10 to 30V dc, with NPN or PNP outputs
- Models are available with compact lightweight housing (PD45 models) or with environmentally sealed housing (PD49 models).
The versatile, rugged laser contrast sensor provides reliable, high-speed detection for applications with small contrast changes, capturing up to 2,000 events per second.
- High-speed part detection as fast as 250 μs, capturing up to 2,000 events per second
- Reliable sensing range up to 300 mm
- Used for challenging presence/absence or orientation detection for applications with small contrast differences
- Rugged, nickel-plated zinc housing suitable even for environments with cutting fluids and oils
- Clear intensity readout from angled three-digit display
- Easy setup with responsive buttons
- Detects objects within a defined sensing field, ignoring objects located just beyond the sensing field cutoff
- Features two-turn, logarithmic adjustment of sensing field cutoff point from 0.2 to 2 m
- Offers infrared, visible red LED or laser sensing beam
- Uses rotating pointer to indicate relative cutoff point setting within sensing range
- Available with standard 10 to 30V dc and bipolar NPN/PNP outputs or 12 to 250V ac and 24 to 250V ac with e/m relay output
- Features easy push-button or remote programming of light/dark operate and output timing
- Uses continuous status indicators to verify all settings at a glance