Photoelectric Proximity Sensors

Baumer Electric Sensors are among the best available.  Now, the inductive outdoor sensors IFRR (proximity switches) and IWRR (distance -measuring sensors) by Baumer have passed the latest corrosion tests with flying colors. Both sensors meet the requirements of the highest corrosiveness category C5-M. Both sensors are therefore ideally suited to use in demanding ambient conditions at sea or on the coast, e.g. in wind power stations.

Digital inductive sensors are mainly used to detect the nacelle position and the rotor speed. Measuring sensors are applied for monitoring the brakes and the shaft deflection. To meet the requirements of the maximum corrosiveness category C5-M, the sensors were subjected to a 1440-hour or 60-day salt spray test in accordance with ISO 9227, followed by a 720-hour condensation-water resistance test in accordance with ISO 6270. The results show that these inductive sensors meet the highest corrosion resistance demands, and Baumer can guarantee a very long service life for its products.

For all of your sensing needs, including photoelectric proximity sensors, call Marshall Wolf Automation today!  800-325-9653

Pepperl + Fuchs has expanded its ML4.2 Series of subminiature photoelectric sensors with new models offering faster response times, multibeam redundant detection, independent outputs, and zero deadband sensing. High-speed models offer 250 µs response time. Other models include dual-sensor redundant detection models, dual-sensor redundant detection and independent output models, precise sensing models, a retroreflective sensing model with no sensing deadband, and throughbeam sensors. All nonthroughbeam sensors feature integrated crosstalk immunity, 4-in-1 output, high immunity to ambient light, and diagnostic LEDs.

These sensors are perfect for applications that require more signal strength than is available with background suppression sensors, and sense at either very close or long sensing distances.

They can be used when rigid reflectors or even reflective tape must be detected up to the sensor face, as a standard retro-reflective mode sensor would typically not see reflective tape unless it were two to four inches from the sensor.

They are also well suited for detecting objects such as solar cell wafers and packaged tubes or cartons where precise and repeatable leading edge detection is a must.

As one of the Midwest's largest Pepperl & Fuchs distributors, we can help you with all of your photoelectric needs.  Whether you need transparent object detection or a long-range through-beam sensor with light on/or dark on, we can help. 

We can help with all of your Pepperl + Fuchs needs, just call us.  With technical support on staff, we can also assist with your application questions.  800-325-9653! 

Marshall Wolf Automation is constantly expanding our offering of liquid-tight and washdown approved industrial automation products.

Here is a quick overview of what we can offer you for car wash applications:

• Liquid-tight connectors
• IP65 pushbuttons
• Waterproof photoelectrics
• Loop detectors for vehicle detection
• NEMA 4X washdown variable frequency drives
• NEMA 3R vented enclosures
• Liquid level monitoring sensors
• High temperature capacitive proximity sensors
• Stainless steel disconnect switches

As you can see, Marshall Wolf Automation is an ideal source for car washing systems products for OEM's or for replacements at the actual car wash location.

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Going through the car wash on Christmas Eve, I thought about how important the sensors are to a car-wash application.  After all, they keep the heavy parts off of your car, keep things from banging into your car and make sure the soap and water are applied properly!

Are you involved with car washing systems?  Looking for quality car wash products?  Call us.  We can help you with your application needs, recommend products, get you the latest technical information, cross reference products from other manufacturers, find out what can ship quickly and we have great pricing!

Carlo Gavazzi Sensors are the leading supplier of photo-eyes to the car wash industry. 

Whether you need ultrasonic motion sensors for position detection and profiling, inductive sensors for end of travel detection, capacitive proximity sensors for level detection of soap and/or wax, Carlo Gavazzi is the way to go!  How about programmable controllers for complete process control?   Current and Power Monitors will monitor motor loading and brush pressure.

Delay timing and application timing can be controlled with a large selection of timers.

We carry the full line of Carlo Gavazzi products, so look to Marshall Wolf Automation.  As an authorized factory automation distributor, we can help supply just about anything you need to replace in your system.  Just give us a call at 800-325-9653, we have tech support on staff, helpful customer service and a live person answers the phone!  How can we help you today?

Pepperl & Fuchs is Your Technology Leader for Ultrasonic Sensors.

With the acquisition of the proximity sensor business from Siemens in July, 2010, Pepperl & Fuchs has expanded its development team and product portfolio in the area of ultrasonic sensors and is now the technology leader in this market segment.

Marshall Wolf Automation, your industrial automation distributor, is an authorized Pepperl & Fuchs distributor.

Now available in the Pepperl & Fuchs product portfolio:

• F65 series for small container fill level measurement
• F260 sensor for long sensing ranges
• M18-10 ultrasonic sensor with IO-Link interface
• 3RX4000-PF programming unit and SONPROG software

Please visit our website at www.wolfautomation.com and view our large selection of industrial automation products, including all type of Pepperl & Fuchs sensors.

Marshall Wolf Automation, one of the midwest's largest Pepperl & Fuchs distributors is happy to share the latest in technology for plant maintenance:

Pepperl+Fuchs' DK12-11-IO Series Contrast Sensors are designed to detect differences in two colors of media, with a three-color light source. The sensors are IO-Link compatible, enabling them to provide configuration options, visibility of the sensor’s color evaluation and a deeper level of control. Additionally, these sensors include Pepperl+Fuchs’ 4-in-1 output that delivers four output options from a single sensor. 

DK12-11-IO with IO-Link offers more setup options, including customizable diagnostic LEDs, the ability to invert the output state and disable the adjustment potentiometer for tamperproof requirements, and logging the output. 

From retroreflective photoelectric sensors to photoelectric proximity sensors, we can handle a variety of sensor needs. 

Call us today at 800-325-9653!  We are happy to help with your application questions, and what you see on our website is just a portion of what we carry.  If you don't see it, call and ask.  Chances are we can get it for you.

Autonics has recently upgraded their popular CT series of multifunction timer/counters.

What's new? Here is a list of the Autonics CT series upgrades:

• Common (for both Counter and Timer):
  • Built-in Modbus communication function (communication model)
  • Increase contact capacity to 5A (CTS and CTM series)
  • Available to set the One-Shot output time (0.01 sec to 99.99 sec)
• Counter Upgrades:
  • 0.00001 to 999999 (4 digit 0.001 to 9999)
  • Added BATCH counter function (CTM series)
  • Available to set count start point (initial value)
  • Added Up-1/ Up-2/ Down-1/ Down-2 input modes
  • Added TOTAL/HOLD operation modes in the indicator
• Timer Upgrades:
  • Ability to select memory protection function in the indicator
  • Added range; 6 digit 999.999s/9999m59/99999.9h, 4 digit: 9.999s
  • Added TOTAL/HOLD/On Time display operation modes in the indicator
  • Added INT2/NFD/NFD.1/INTG output modes

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of Autonics temperature controllers and temperature control products, emergency e-stops and pushbuttons, inductive and capacitive proximity sensors and miniature photoelectric sensors.

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The ULB series from Pepperl + Fuchs was engineered to detect labels on a roll regardless of color, printing or glossiness.

The ULB label detector automatically compensates for slowly changing ambient conditions.

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the full line of Pepperl + Fuchs.

Pepperl + Fuchs offers extensive line of inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, photoelectric sensors, ID systems, position measurement systems and much more.

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Baumer has released the CFDK 25 series which is a flat pack capacitive sensor that can reliably detect liquid levels in tight spaces.

The rugged, flat housing and versatile mounting options make this an ideal choice for printing, packaging and material handling applications.

The Baumer CFDK 25 capacitive proximity sensor has 4 fixed sensing distances from 2 to 15mm and the housing is made from the robust plastic Polyamid 12.


Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of Baumer inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, laser distance measurement sensors, photoelectric light sensors and much more.

Learn more about the Baumer CFDK 25 for liquid level detection!
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Our Carlo Gavazzi RSBS series of single phase soft starters reduces the starting current with heat pumps. These are popular in HVAC installations.

Our Carlo Gavazzi RSBS series can provide a 60% reduction in current and increase compressor lifetime.

Here are some of our previous posts on this topic:

An Overview of Motor Soft Starters

Why Do You Need a Scroll Compressor Soft Starter

HVAC Soft Starts for Energy Efficiency

We also carry the WEG line of soft starters.

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of Carlo Gavazzi sensors, soft starters, inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, industrial DC power supplies and much more.

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Are you involved with car washing systems?  Looking for quality car wash products?  Call us.  We can help you with your application needs, recommend products, get you the latest technical information, cross reference products from other manufacturers, find out what can ship quickly and we have great pricing!

Carlo Gavazzi Sensors are the leading supplier of photo-eyes to the car wash industry. 

Whether you need ultrasonic motion sensors for position detection and profiling, inductive sensors for end of travel detection, capacitive proximity sensors for level detection of soap and/or wax, Carlo Gavazzi is the way to go!  How about programmable controllers for complete process control?   Current and Power Monitors will monitor motor loading and brush pressure.

Delay timing and application timing can be controlled with a large selection of timers.

We carry the full line of Carlo Gavazzi products, so look to Marshall Wolf Automation.  We can help supply just about anything you need to replace in your system.  Just give us a call at 800-325-9653, we have tech support on staff, helpful customer service and a live person answers the phone!  How can we help you today?

Just this summer Carlo Gavazzi announced the release of a newly expanded PA18 series of photoelectric sensors.

The Carlo Gavazzi PA18 series upgrade included extended sensing ranges and advanced features.

Some of the housing features these photoelectric light sensors now offer include:

• 40% reduction in length over previous series
• New radial housing option which provides the means for right angle sensing
• IP67, IP69K and ECOLAB certification
• Can withstand high temperatures (80°C/176°F) and high pressure (1450 psi/100bar)

Sensing ranges are increased up to 150% from the previous generation. Sensing modes include diffuse (1m sensing range), retro-reflective (6.5m sensing range), polarized retro-reflective (5m sensing range), and through-beam (20m sensing range). 

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the full line of Carlo Gavazzi sensors including inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, miniature photoelectric sensors and ultrasonic range sensors.

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Have you taken a look at Leuze Electronics? Here is a quick overview of our Leuze sensors:

Detect 
Optoelectronic Sensors

• Cylindrical
• Inductive proximity sensors
• Measuring switches
• Light curtains
• Forked sensors
• Double sheet monitoring

Identify
Identification systems, data transmission systems, distance measurement

• Stationary bar code readers and 2D-code readers
• Modular interfacing units
• Industrial image processing - smart cameras
• Optical data transmission systems
• Optical distance measurement & positioning

Protect
Safety sensors and safety systems

• Safety laser scanners
• Safety light curtains
• Single light beam devices
• AS-i product range
• Safety relays
• Programmable safety controllers

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the full line of Leuze Electronics!

Do you build car wash systems?
Do you own an industrial car wash?

Marshall Wolf Automation has a number of products designed specifically for car washing systems!

We are authorized industrial automation distributors for every manufacturer you see listed.

• Iboco liquid tight connectors
• Schmersal watertight safety interlock switches
• Waterproof photoelectric light sensors
• Carlo Gavazzi loop detectors for vehicle detection
• Liquid level controllers
• Carlo Gavazzi motion radar sensors for overhead doors
• Liquid level and leakage photoelectric sensors
• NEMA 4X rated indoor/outdoor duty high performance AC drives
• Stainless steel disconnect switches
• High temperature capacitive proximity sensors

I think you get the point. We are a great source for industrial automation components in your car washing systems!

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Pepperl + Fuchs BIS510 vision sensors are specifically designed as a lower-cost alternative to expensive vision systems.

The P+F BIS510 sheet inspection sensor is ideal for print job verification applications.  These sensors provide fast and simple monitoring of the correct sheet sequence in collating, folding and binding machines.  

Wouldn't it be nice if each job could run continuously without concern for error and verification is automatically performed for every print job?

Carlo Gavazzi has launched the RMD series of hybrid relays! The Carlo Gavazzi RMD series is a low cost switching device that provides you with mercury-free switching.

Ideal applications for these Carlo Gavazzi relays include controlling the heating element inside of food ovens, warmers, fryers and other food equipment.

This is one of the few products on the market which is capable of switching up to 20 cycles per minute... with a 4 million electrical cycle life expectancy!

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of Carlo Gavazzi!

Carlo Gavazzi has an extensive offering of  products including AC to DC switching power supplies, inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, AC and DC digital panel meters, soft starters, phase monitors and much more!

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Pepperl + Fuchs included an interesting application story in their latest newsletter. To learn more about the Pepperl + Fuchs F99 series of inclination sensors, click here.


F99 Series inclination sensors are in use on the WT1000 aerial work platform manufactured by Palfinger Platforms GmbH. The WT1000 is the tallest all-terrain aerial work platform in the world, and has been specifically developed for installing and servicing wind turbines.

The platform has an extreme working height of over 100 m and can reach heights that conventional aerial work platforms cannot.

The exact position of the work platform arm system must be monitored continuously to guarantee the stability of the aerial work platform, the safety of personnel, and to prevent damage to the wind turbine.

Palfinger relies on the dependable F99 series inclination sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs. The inclination sensors detect the exact position of the arm system on the aerial work platform.

Palfinger Platforms defined two angular measurement ranges between 0 degrees and 360 degrees for detecting the position of the arm system on their aerial work platforms. The F99 inclination sensors were then adapted by Pepperl+Fuchs according to these specific requirements. To reduce the effect of vibrations on the sensor element, the angle measurement was equipped with a special filter.

Pepperl + Fuchs F99  inclination sensors offer the following features:

• Inclination angles between 0 degrees and 360 degrees
• Maintenance and wear-free due to non contact measurement process
• Extremely robust inclination sensors from the F99 series offer guaranteed reliability and an extended service life
• Easy mounting and modest space requirements due to integrated mounting concept

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the full line of Pepperl + Fuchs!

As your Pepperl + Fuchs distributor we can offer you inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, laser distance measurement sensors, photoelectric systems, ultrasonic range sensors and much more!

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Autonics has introduced the BF5 series, a series of digital indicating fiber optic amplifiers.

The Autonics BF5 series is a dual display, high resolution and high speed sensing sensor.

How high speed? 20,000 times per second.
Resolution? 1/10,000.

These specs make the Autonics BF5 fiber optic amplifiers ideal for SMD chips, fine thread and many other high speed sensing applications.

Other features of the Autonics BF5 fiber optic amplifiers include:

• 4 types of response speed setting mode
• Ultra Fast, Fast, Standard and Long Distance modes
• Up to 8 units mounted adjacent is possible
• Power save function

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized Autonics industrial automation distributor for a complete line of fiber optic sensors, photoelectric proximity sensors, inductive and capacitive proximity sensors, Autonics temperature controllers and much more.

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