A photoelectric sensor, or photoeye, is a device used to detect the distance, absence, or presence of an object by using a light transmitter and a receiver. They are used extensively in industrial manufacturing. There are three different functional types: thru beam, retroreflective, and diffused.
Pepperl+Fuchs offers a wide range of photoelectric sensors, fiber optic cables, & accessories. They have the photoelectric sensors you need to keep your applications running. Pepperl+Fuchs, with the brand VISOLUX, is an innovator of photoelectric sensing technologies. For precise, optical control of positioning, sorting, and counting processes and for custom non-standard applications, look to Pepperl+Fuchs to have the answers for every industry.
Whether you need a
photoelectric light sensor, a linear position sensor, or are working on the latest in roller coasters and need some inclination sensors - we can help. Call us today at 800-325-9653. We have tech support on staff and are happy to discuss your application needs with you!
Pepperl+Fuchs has expanded its family of ML4.2 Series Subminiature Photoelectric Sensors. A number of new models are available to help maximize machine productivity by delivering faster response times, multibeam redundant detection, independent outputs and zero deadband sensing, among other significant benefits.
Two precise sensing models are also now available to deliver the sharpest sensing distance cut-off and smallest switching hysteresis on the market for background suppression sensors. The first model is available with a visible red emitter, and senses black and white color extremes within an extremely tight sensing window. A black test object is sensed up to 20 mm from the sensor, a white test object is sensed up to 21 mm away and no targets are detected at or beyond 22 mm. In contrast, a standard version ML4.2 sensor enables background suppression at 25 mm from the sensor. A second model senses black to 40 mm, white to 43 mm and no objects at or beyond 43 mm.
A new ML4.2 series retroreflective sensing model with no sensing deadband is used with a corner-cube reflector and is polarized so that shiny objects will not be erroneously seen as the reflector. An innovative single optical axis design eliminates sensing deadband. A second model also includes an output that monitors signal strength.
Lastly, new ML4.2 series thru-beam sensors deliver maximum signal strength in situations where retroreflective and background suppression models do not have sufficient optical power. They feature an optical alignment aid to indicate marginal signal strength, a status LED to indicate if small objects are not detected at high speeds, and quadruple the speed of previous generation thru-beam sensors. They are ideally suited for applications with sensing distances up to at least 8 meters, and in dirtier environments.
Call Marshall Wolf Automation 800-325-9653 for all of your sensor needs from safety laser scanners to retroflective photoelectric sensors.
Our
Pepperl + Fuchs ML100 series of miniature photoelectric sensors offer a user-friendly and compact solution with long range sensing.
If your application requires long ranges with a high degree of reliability this is the sensor for you!
Our
Pepperl + Fuchs ML100 are commonly used in material handling applications.
As your Pepperl & Fuchs distributor we can offer you competitive pricing, quick delivery and great customer service!
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Baumer has developed the
fastest ultrasonic sensor in the world!
The response time of the new ultrasonic sensor from Baumer is just over one millisecond. This makes the UNAM 12 ultrasonic sensor around 20 times faster than the traditional ultrasonic sensors, and the fastest sensor of its type in the world.
Marshall Wolf Automation, your full-line industrial automation distributor, is an authorized Baumer distributor.
The Baumer
UNAM 12 combines the advantages of ultrasonic technology with a short response time of 1.3 milliseconds which is the equivalent of an photoelectric sensor. The sensor is therefore perfect for use in high-speed processes and make a significant contribution to increasing efficiency in automation.
The UNAM 12 detects, for example, the presence of highly transparent packaging materials such as foils, bottles, wafers or glass, etc. controls the continuous production flow.
In order to provide maximum operational safety, the ultrasonic technology can guarantee problem-free operation of the sensor, regardless of the degree of soiling or the object color.
Marshall Wolf Automation is an authorized distributor for a wide range of industrial automation manufacturers. Please visit our website at
www.wolfautomation.com.
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.
Let's start with what a contrast sensor is.
Contrast sensors are used to distinguish the difference between two objects with different colors.The exciting thing about our Pepperl + Fuchs DK12 contrast sensors with IO-Link is that they take contrast sensors to a whole new level!Configuration benefits:- Tamper-proof setting that locks out the potentiometer programming adjustment
- Switches from light on/dark on modes without the need to change wiring
- Minimizes setup by loading stored parameters to sensor remotely
Diagnostic benefits:- Quantifies colors of taught objects for evaluating contrasts
- Tests the functionality of all three emitter color LED's
Control benefits:- Allows contrast level to be adjusted if the object in the application varies from the taught object
- Monitors changes or deviations in observed color values for quality control
Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized distributor for the complete line of Pepperl + Fuchs miniature photoelectric sensors, laser distance measurement sensors, inductive and capacitive sensors plus much more!
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Pepperl + Fuchs has announced new models in their
ML4.2 and ML6 series of miniature photoelectric sensors.
The new models complement the existing line with even sharper detection, zero deadband sensing and many other powerful features.
The
Pepperl + Fuchs ML4.2 and ML6 series of miniature photoelectric sensors offer you:
- Precise background suppression
- Very small black-white difference
- Small, sharp light spot
- 4-in-1 output
- Protected against cross-talk
- Highly visible LED's
- Metal-reinforced mounting holes
Marshall Wolf Automaton is your authorized Pepperl + Fuchs distributor! Contact us for competitive pricing, great service and quick delivery.
Marshall Wolf Automation is proud to be an industrial supply distributor for the Carlo Gavazzi line. Carlo Gavazzi just celebrated its 80th anniversary with new platforms for energy management, industrial and building automation, along with the strengthening of its research & development activities, all underpinned by continued cautious financial growth.
The company opened its doors in 1931, establishing Milan headquarters for distribution of Johnson oil burners and Honeywell instrumentation. 1953 saw the start of control panel manufacturing, with Carlo Gavazzi also offering turnkey project capability for engineering, instrument supply and panel installation. Manufacturing expanded in the 1960s through joint ventures in electromechanical components and electronic control devices.
Initiatives announced recently include: new platforms of inductive and photoelectric sensors offering improved measurement accuracy and repeatability. In addition, a new modular Universal Web Platform UWP - with integrated management, data logging and web communication features – is poised to drive further growth in the areas of energy efficiency and building automation.
We carry Carlo Gavazzi Relays and Carlo Gavazzi Sensors along with everything else you might need on your factory floor or in your panel shop!
With technical help on staff, we are happy to help you. Give us a call today! 800-325-9653
Check out all of our Carlo Gavazzi products here.
Are you looking for a lightweight plastic box for 22mm switches?
The new
Idec FB series is an excellent solution!
A variety of mounting options include:
- Front panel mounting
- Rear panel mounting
- Hook mounting
- Frame mounting
The
Idec FB series of plastic control enclosures is available without mounting holes or with 1 to 5 holes. A yellow cover version for emergency stop switches is also available!
Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of IDEC products including photoelectric sensors, DIN rail power supplies, Idec switches, industrial touchscreens and more.
View all of our Idec products now, we are the only Idec distributor you need!
Marshall Wolf Automation is happy to let you know about the latest in RFID news:
Pepperl+Fuchs introduces RFID Read Head IQT-F116-R4M-V1. These RFID read heads conform to the popular and open 13.56 MHz ISO 15693 standard. As a result, they promote simplified operation and enhanced productivity in stand-alone or multi-drop applications. In multi-drop applications users can connect up to 30 RFID read heads together on a single network and bring the data back to a PC or PLC.
A continuous read option is available for point-to-point applications, and a low profile design makes the IQT series ideal for use on AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles), or for mounting under shallow conveyor sections where conventional RFID heads are too large.As one of the largest Pepperl & Fuchs distributors in the midwest, we are happy to help you with all of your P&F needs, including retroreflective photoelectric sensors. Call us today at 800-325-9653.
Let us be your one-stop industrial automation distributor!
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.View all of our Autonics products now!
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.
Learn more about our Pepperl + Fuchs products here!
Baumer recently introduced a real attention-grabber for the beverage industry---SmartReflect, the
first light barrier that operates without a reflector and recognizes all types of beverage packaging, including transparent glass or plastic bottles.
Marshall Wolf Automation, your full-line industrial automation distributor, is an authorized Baumer distributor.
In Baumer SmartReflect light barriers, the light beam is closed by, for instance, a machine component. Detection takes place regardless of the color and material of the background and the relevant object. This dispenses with the separate reflectors or receivers customarily required until now.
In the beverage industry, photoelectric sensors or light barriers are most commonly used in filling and packaging applications. Especially for such operations, Baumer offers SmartReflect in a hygiene-and-washdown design with protection class IP 69K and its proTect+ leaktight concept.
Please visit our website,
www.wolfautomation.com , and view our large selection of industrial automation equipment.
In addition to being 40% smaller than previous generations and offering longer sensing ranges, the Carlo Gavazzi PA18 18mm photoelectric sensors are ideal for the following applications:
Food & BeverageThe
Carlo Gavazzi PA18 is IP69K rated for high pressure/high temperature applications. These photoelectric sensors also have ECOLAB certification for food and beverage apps.
Material Handling/ConveyorsDo you always have an issue with 18mm sensors sticking out from the mounting?
The
Carlo Gavazzi PA18 series come with a new mounting bracket (APA18-MB1) which not only allows a fast mounting but also a smooth design. Objects will not hit the sensors and the convey can be easily cleaned.
Detection of Shiny ObjectsIt can sometimes be difficult to have a retro-reflective sensor sense a can or shiny object.
Using the polarized version of the Carlo Gavazzi PA18 sensor we can eliminate reflections from the can and only light from a reflector is detected!
Contact us to learn more about other applications or to see how this miniature photoelectric sensor can help you in your systems.
Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial automation distributor for the full line of Carlo Gavazzi sensors, industrial DC power supplies, relays and much more.
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- Are you looking for a compact general purpose relay?
- Would you like to cut installation time with a pre-assembled relay and socket combination?
The new
IDEC RV8H series are 6mm interface relays and sockets that are shipped pre-assembled.
The IDEC RV8H series is ideal for PLC and electronic systems, panel builders and any application that requires a high switching capability in a compact space.
Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized IDEC distributor for their complete line of AC to DC switching power supplies, Idec switches, industrial stack lights, miniature photoelectric sensors and much more.
Learn more about our IDEC RV8H interface relays and sockets!
Many of our IDEC customers do not realize just how large the IDEC line of products is.
IDEC carries a wide range of automation products including:
- Industrial DC power supplies
- General purpose relays (also called ice cube relays)
- SmartRelays - programmable logic relays
- Innovative industrial light towers - check out the Idec LD6A
- Circuit breakers
- Miniature photoelectric sensors
- Pushbuttons
- Much, much more!
Marshall Wolf Automation is a top rated, stocking IDEC distributor. We can offer you great pricing and quick delivery on IDEC switches, sensors and everything else.
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Marshall Wolf Automation, your full-line industrial automation distributor, is an authorized distributor for
Electronic Displays, Inc.Electronic Displays are specialists in digital information displays.
Electronic display message boards can be solutions in a wide variety of applications:
- Transportation: Provide critical information to your customers in airports, trains, buses, cabs, etc.
- Movie Theaters: Ideal to display show times, prices, and specials.
- Government: Homeland Security/Time Zone Systems and more.
- Schools: Provide real-time information on activities and schedules.
- Production: Display factory production statistics
Electronic Displays, Inc. is just one of the unique product lines that are available through Marshall Wolf Automation. Our website at
www.wolfautomation.com shows a sampling of our huge product offering. Consolidate your purchasing of variable frequency drives, gearboxes, ultrasonic and photoelectric sensors, and light towers with Marshall Wolf Automation.
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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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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