Ideal for detecting liquid levels in confined spaces!

Baumer offers more high-precision sensing solutions in more technology groups than any other company in the world!

Baumer can handle simple monitoring applications up to complex remote wireless intelligence systems. Engineers are on staff to assist you with your applications!

The Baumer CFDK 25 series has a 6mm high plastic Polyamid 12 flat housing as well as various mounting options.

.his compact capacitive sensor detects liquids through container materials and can be countersunk flush beneath a conveyor belt in order to detect objects on the belt. The unit can be installed not only with screws but also with cable ties, Velcro fasteners or glue.

The Baumer CFDK 25 capacitive sensor has four fixed nominal sensing distances from 2 to 15 mm offered in a chemical resistance housing.

The Baumer CFDK 25 series is suitable for printing and packaging machine applications as well as assembly and handling systems where space is limited!

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized distributor for the complete line of Baumer sensors.

For more information please contact Marshall Wolf Automation at 847-658-8130 or on the web at www.wolfautomation.com.

Carlo Gavazzi has announced the enhancement to their popular  ICB Series Inductive Proximity Sensors, which are now certified for use in hazardous environments.

Certifications for use in hazardous environments:

By Division:  Class I, Div 2, Groups A, B, C, and D

• Class I:  Hazardous locations with presence of flammable gases or vapors.
• Division 2:  Hazardous atmospheres only present under fault conditions and only for very short periods of time.
• Group A, B, C, and D:  Groups of explosive gases (Acetylene, Hydrogen, Ethylene and Propane).

These sensors feature the same advanced microprocessor design and Innovative AirCore™ sensing coil, along with a robust potting process that allows users to install the sensor in heavy duty applications.

Marshall Wolf Automation, your full-line industrial automation distributor, is an authorized Carlo Gavazzi distributor.

If you need an inductive proximity sensor with Class I, Div 2 approval, think Carlo Gavazzi and Marshall Wolf Automation.

Please visit our user-friendly website at www.wolfautomation.com and see an overview of our huge product selection.

Please email any inquiries to sales@wolfautomation.com.

If you need a capacitive sensor to fit into a small space, take a look at the CFDK series from Baumer Electric.   Highlights include:

• Manufactured by Baumer
• Reliably detects liquid levels in tight spaces
• Flat housing
• Versatile mounting options
  • Can be mounted with screws, cable ties, Velcro or glue!
• 4 fixed sensing distances
  • From 2 to 15mm
• Housing made from robust plastic Polyamid 12
  • Length: 52.4 mm
  • Depth: 6 mm
• Red LED output indicator
• Operating temperature: -25 ... +75 °C
• IP65 protection
• Great for printing and packaging machine applications!
• 10-30VDC

This compact capacitive proximity sensor detects liquids through container materials and can be countersunk flush beneath a conveyor belt in order to detect objects on the belt.  You can install this with screws but also with cable ties, Velcro fasteners or glue.  Suitable for printing and packaging machine applications as well as assembly and handling systems where space is limited!-

Marshall Wolf Automation, your authorized industrial automation distributor is the place to go for all of your sensing needs.  Contact us at 800-325-9653 today.  With technical assistance on staff, we are here to help!

When you need a heavy-duty sensors, take a look at Pepperl + Fuch's X- Pile Driver series!  This is the sensor for applications where the sensor may be hit, where there is shock and vibration, electrical noise, weld slag, or temperature extremes.

How is the X-Series different from traditional inductive proximity sensors?  It's 150% tougher than traditional models.  The lifetime of this sensor is proven to exceed 20X that of tradtional models.  It has a 100% stainless steel barrel and face and is rated IP69K for high-pressure washdowns.

Pepperl+Fuchs is a leading developer and manufacturer of electronic sensors and components for the automation market.

You can watch a video here that shows a competitve model comparison.  Marshall Wolf Automation is an authorized factory automation distributor and we handle the complete Pepperl Fuchs line!  Contact us today at 800-325-9653 (WOLF).

An overview of all Baumer sensors for the process industry is now available in a new product catalog. Baumer has put together a useful 60-page catalog of key information covering over 140 products—including pressure gauges and transmitters, force and strain sensors, temperature gauges, level sensors and corresponding accessories.

Since Baumer offers such a wide range of products, the catalog's "Selection Guide" and "Overview Matrix" tools offer an easy way to quickly find the right product. The Selection Guide provides a quick listing of all products, sorted according to their technical features and with links to further information. The Overview Matrix lists the product application areas and industries, including the fulfilled standards and certifications.

Contact Marshall Wolf Automation for your copy today.  With technical help on staff, we can also help with your application questions.  Whether you need a capacitive proximity sensor or a retroreflective sensor, we can help!  Call us today at 800-325-9653 (WOLF).  We are here from 7:30 am until 6:00 pm Central Standard Time to meet the needs of our customers across the country.

Check out a blog about the new NexGen series sensors here!  There's a link to a video that will show you everything you need to know in 2 minutes! 

You don't even have to read about it - you just need to watch it:

Watch the YouTube video that explains everything you need to know about the new Baumer Electric 0500 Series!

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of Baumer Electric photoelectric sensors, inductive and capacitive proximity sensors and ultrasonics sensors.

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I was reading a great blog from my friends at Pepperl + Fuchs and I'm going to share some of their extensive knowledge on sensors with you.  When you are looking for a proximity sensor for your automation application how do you choose between an inductive sensor and a capacitive sensor? 

Inductive sensors detect metal (such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, or copper) without touch.  Something important to note is that the P+F  sensors have a different nominal sensing range depending on the material. The standard target is a mild steel plate (FE360) that is 1 mm thick with square dimensions the size of the sensor.  P+F also offers reduction factor 1 sensors that do not have a reduction factor for steel (FE360), stainless steel (304), copper, and aluminum. These have a model number that begins with NRB or NRN.

Capacitive sensors detect anything that is conductive or has a dielectric different from that of air.  These sensors can detect metal; but also plastic, wood and other raw materials.  Typical applications would be the detection of liquids, plastics, and grains. Capacitive liquid detection is used for level and presence detection.

Marshall Wolf Automation, your authorized Pepperl+Fuchs distributor is the place to go for all of your sensor requirements.  Call us today at 800-325-9653 (WOLF).

Baumer Electric proves again that they are a leader in sensor miniaturization and precision!

HY HHHHHHHas has Has JJfdjaflkd;j Has everyone seen this? The FHDK 04 Photoelectric Proximity Sensor from Baumer Electric Sensors is the coolest and smallest photoelectric that I have ever seen.

It measures only 4 mm wide (4x6x45mm). Basically, the size of a match stick. PLUS, IT USES FIXED DISTANCE BACKGROUND SUPPRESSION FOR IT'S SENSING METHOD.

Baumer Electric Sensors is a LEADER in this technology and offers more high-precision sensing solutions, in more technology groups, than any other company in the world. Who else would design a sensor that can mount in a piece of aluminum extrusion such as 80/20? HOW SIMPLE IS THAT?!

Some of the key features of the Baumer Electric FHDK 04 are; it's availability in a 30 mm or 50 mm sensing distances, push-pull (NPN or PNP) output, IP65 protection, and a 2 mm beam diameter. Detection is INDEPENDENT of the object's color or surface, including dirt. Several sensors can operate next to one another without any optical interference or cross-talk between them.

Baumer Electric Sensors can handle simple monitoring applications up to complex remote wireless intelligence systems. Contact Marshall Wolf Automation at 800-325-9653. Marshall Wolf Automation is your one stop Industrial Automation Distributor for all of your Automation Control needs.

Let's start with the definition of a proximity sensor. A proximity sensor is a sensor that is able to detect the presence of nearby objects without any physical contact.

Two popular types of proximity sensors are inductive and capacitive. What's the difference? Inductive proximity sensors are used to detect metal objects, capacitive proximity sensors will sense metal as well as non-metallic materials.

A capacitive proximity sensor  can detect non-metal solids such as paper, glass, powders, cloth and liquids in addition to standard metal objects. Capacitive proximity sensors can even sense presence through certain materials!

To keep this at a basic level I will simplify how they work. When an object nears the sensing surface it changes the capacitance in a circuit. An output is triggered when it reaches a specific level. As the target moves away from the senor it will switch back to its original state.

A popular application for capacitive proximity sensors is level detection through a barrier. Examples would be liquid levels in tanks, pipes and bins or to control pellets and powders in production control.

Marshall Wolf Automation has a full offering of capacitive proximity sensors available from Carlo Gavazzi, Baumer Electric, Pepperl+Fuchs and Autonics. We offer complimentary in-house tech support to help you find the best sensor for your application!

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What does TripleShield™ mean? The highest levels of electrical protection against electrostatic discharge, noise from inverters, mobile phones, wire conducted noise and surge and noise from contactors.   All Carlo Gavazzi TripleShield™ capacitive proximity sensors are tested to withstand discharges up to 40KV, line transients up to 4 KV and airborne noise up to 15V/m. These sensors are ideal for level detection in plastics and agricultural applications.   Carlo Gavazzi's patented TripleShield™ capacitive proximity sensors have become the industry standard! These sensors will detect most materials whether they are conductive or nonconductive.

Capacitive proximity switches with a sensing distance of either 8 mm flush mounted in metal or 12 mm nonflush mounted for the M18 version, and either 16 mm flush mounted in metal or 30 mm non-flush mounted for the M30 version.   The switching points can be altered by means of the Teach-in function. 3-wire DC output with selectable make (NO) or break (NC) switching and NPN Alarm. Grey polyester housing with 2 m PVC cable or M12 plug.

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized Carlo Gavazzi distributor for a complete offering of both inductive and capacitive proximity sensors.

Features:

• Manufactured by Carlo Gavazzi
• Featuring TRIPLESHIELD Sensor Protection
• Sensing distance: 0.5 - 12 mm (M18) and 1.0 - 30 mm (M30)
• Teach-in of sensing distance via push-button or COM-input
• Automatic detection of NPN or PNP load
• Selectable make or break switching by means of Teach-in function
• Protection: Short-circuit, transients and reverse polarity
• Humidity compensation
• Alarm output
• 5 years of warranty
• On request: Delay on output. New line autotune to compensate for heavy dirt build-up

When considering a capacitive proximity sensor, think of Carlo Gavazzi with domestic warehousing for quick turn around times.  Call Marshall Wolf Automation today, we are your fully authorized CARLO GAVAZZI distributor.  Contact us at www.wolfautomation.com, or call us at 847-658-8130, or check us out on the web at www.wolfautomation.com