Expanded range of fork and angle sensors
Balluff has completely revamped its comprehensive line of fork and angle sensors, which is now available as an expanded product range with four distinct product lines.In addition to two performance-enhanced product lines with highly visible red light for standard applications and highly focused laser light for detecting small parts with a resolution of down to 50mm, sensors are now available with a 'pin-point LED' using specially homogenous red light for exact positioning tasks, plus a family using infrared light for applications in dusty environments.
The compact processing circuitry is housed in a rugged IP67-rated metal enclosure. The sensing face as well as the operator panel – consisting of an LED function indicator and two potentiometers – are integrated flush with the housing to protect them from damage. Depending on the model, these sensors offer a high switching frequency of 3 or 5kHz and are available with NPN or PNP outputs.
Startup is simple and practical. All that is needed is a common screwdriver to set light-on or dark-on switching using a potentiometer and setting the desired sensitivity.
The new sensors are fully compatible with their predecessors both mechanically and electrically. They again provide a three-pin M8 connection and standard through-holes for mounting.
For more information, visit www.balluff.co.uk
