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Discrete and analog sensors are critical for automating any machine or process. A wide range of reliable, low-cost sensors detects position, speed, proximity, pressure, temperature, level, flow, current and voltage.
Sensors & Encoders
Category Selection
- Encoders
- Inductive Proximity Sensors
- Magnetic Proximity Sensors
- Capacitive Proximity Sensors
- Photoelectric Sensors
- Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors
- Linear Position Sensors
- Inclination Sensors
- Limit Switches
- Area Sensors
- Pressure Sensors / Pressure Switches
- Pressure Gauges & Dial Thermometers
- Temperature Sensors & Transmitters
- Liquid Level Sensors and Controllers
- Flow Sensors
- Current & Voltage Sensors (AC & DC)
- Ground Fault Sensors
- Cloud Data Logger with I/O
A common function of a control system is detecting the presence of an object, or measuring a process variable. Sensors and sensing technologies are available to satisfy a wide range of usages, environments and accuracies needed in industrial and commercial applications.
Encoders
For your motion control applications, use these optical and capacitive encoders with our PLC high-speed input modules, servos, or Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) that accept encoder feedback.
- Light duty models are cost-effective choices for light shaft loads in less harsh environments
- Medium duty models offer our best range of capabilities and features
- Heavy duty models have beefy construction and rugged bearings for long service life
- Absolute models use gray code to provide immediate position data upon power-up
- Modular kit encoders are ready-made for convenient mounting to stepper motors
- Accessories include couplings, mounting brackets, cables & connectors
Encoders Overview
Inductive Proximity Sensors
Inductive sensors detect metallic objects. IP69K sensors are rated for harsh duty (food grade) applications; new metal face and rectangular proximity sensors offer more options.
- 3mm / 4mm / 5mm round
- 6.5 mm round
- 8mm round
- 12mm round
- 18mm round
- 30mm round
- Rectangular
- Cables & Accessories
- Models that are made in the USA available
Magnetic Proximity Sensors
316L stainless steel and polybutylene terephthalate housings, IP69K prox sensors rated for food and beverage or other harsh duty applications.
- 8mm round
- 12mm round IP69K
- 18mm round IP69K
- Rectangular
Capacitive Proximity Sensors
Inductive sensors detect metallic objects, while capacitive sensors detect all other materials.
- M8 (8mm) Diameter - DC Power
- M12 (12mm) Diameter - DC Power
- M18 (18mm) Diameter - DC Power
- M30 (30mm) Diameter - DC, AC/DC Power
- Rectangular - DC Power
- ZIPport Multi-Port Junction Blocks
- Field Wireable Connectors and T-Couplers
- Accessories
Photoelectric Sensors
Newest Additions!
- Eaton E58 series M30 harsh duty photoelectric sensors
- More M12 and M18 sensors, some with IO-Link compatibility
- Contrinex C23 mini rectangular sensors with IO-Link compatibility
Photoelectric, laser, fiber optic and fork sensors allow non-contact detection of objects using red or infrared light, or lasers. Color and contrast sensors are also available.
- General purpose photoelectric sensors
- Clear object detection sensors
- Distance measuring sensors
- Discrete distance sensors
- Dark and shiny object detection sensors
- Fiber optic sensors
- Color sensors
- Contrast sensors
- Fork sensors
- Accessories
Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors
Ultrasonic proximity sensors are ideal for applications in which the sensed object is made of clear, transparent or varying surface color materials.
- 18mm round
- 30mm round
- Miniature, rectangular sensors for limited mounting spaces
- Ultrasonic liquid level sensors
Linear Position Sensors
Newest Additions!
- Alliance LZ series fixed slide inductive linear transducers
- Alliance LV45 series heavy duty pivoting slide inductive linear transducers
Linear position sensors attach to an object or piece of machinery and translate the linear position to an electrical signal proportional to the linear displacement of the object. Available linear position sensors include:
- Linear potentiometers
- Variable inductance linear transducers
- Magnetostrictive linear position transducers
Inclination Sensors
New!
Gefran inclination sensors use MEMS technology to provide reliable tilt angle measurement with respect to gravity. These encapsulated IP67/69K rated sensors are shock and vibration resistant, suitable for use in the harshest environments.
- Basic inclination sensors with integrated cable
- Fully redundant inclination sensors with M12 cable connection
Limit Switches
Limit switches are one of the most common presence sensing devices used in industrial controls, activated when an object makes physical contact with the actuator.
Our limit switches feature the most popular actuator styles:
- plungers
- short and adjustable levers with rollers
- steel and plastic rods
- wide variety of cable entry options
Specialty switches include:
- Precision limit switches
- Snap-action micro switches
- Stopper limit switches
Area Sensors
Area Sensors are multi-beam, through-beam sensors used to sense wide areas. MD area sensors are available in basic and advanced versions
- Basic Area Sensors - CX0 and BX80 Series (detection height up to 320mm)
- Advanced Area Sensors - CX2 Series (detection height up to 960mm, blanking function, analog output)
- Area Sensors Accessories
Pressure Sensors / Pressure Switches
Newest Additions!
- Winters pressure sensing accessories
ProSense pressure switches and pressure sensors are designed to monitor system pressure in hydraulic and pneumatic applications and vacuum systems.
- Electronic pressure switches
- Mechanical pressure switches
- Compact pressure and vacuum transmitters
- Digital switches / transmitters with LCD display
- Pressure transmitters with ceramic or stainless steel sensing element
- Differential pressure transmitters
- Accessories including siphons, snubbers, and isolation needle valves
Pressure Gauges & Dial Thermometers
- Mechanical dial pressure gauges are available in a variety of configurations for displaying pressure readings in most pneumatic, hydraulic, HVAC, plumbing, industrial and commercial applications
- Digital pressure gauges are ideal for industrial and general purpose applications requiring an accurate and reliable device with easy-to-read digital display
- General purpose 3" and 5" dial thermometers have bi-metallic sensing elements for reliable readings and are back mount (3" dial) or adjustable angle (5" dial) with 1/2" NPT connection
Temperature Sensors & Transmitters
Newest Additions!
- Infrared pyrometers
Temperature switches, sensors, transmitters, thermowells, and thermocouples provide accurate temperature monitoring and control.
- Temperature switches
- Digital temperature switches and transmitters
- Thermocouple probes and sensors
- RTD temperature probes and sensors
- Temperature Transmitters (T/C or RTD)
- Programmable Transmitters (T/C or RTD)
- Temperature transmitters with M12 quick-disconnect for fast mounting
- Thermowells and fittings
- Thermocouple wire and RTD extension wire
- Infrared pyrometers
Level Sensors and Controllers
Level sensors monitor the level of liquids, pellets, powders, and other similar products in tanks and process systems. Available are:
- Float level switches
- Submersible level sensors
- Ultrasonic level senors
- Vibration fork level switches
- Capacitance level switches
- Rotating paddle level switches
- Guided wave radar level sensors
- Differential pressure level transmitters
- Level controllers
- Level sensor accessories
Flow Sensors
Flow switches, transmitters, flow meters, thermal flow sensors and vortex flow sensors monitor liquid media and provide reliable flow detection.
- Flow switches
- Flow transmitters
- Flow meters
- Thermal flow sensors
- Vortex flow sensors
- Variable area flow meters
Current & Voltage Sensors (AC & DC)
Performance AC and DC current sensors offer outstanding features, flexibility and durability at incredible prices.
- AC and DC current transducers
- AC current transformers
- AC current transducers - true RMS
- AC current switches - single and multi range
- AC current switches with time delay
- DC current switches
- AC current indicator
- AC and DC voltage transducers
Ground Fault Sensors
Ground fault sensors help protect people, products, and processes from damage that can be caused by ground fault conditions.
- Wide range of options
- Jumper-selectable setpoints of 5, 10, 30 mA
- Relay outputs with Auto or Manual reset
- Use on single- and three-phase systems
- Use up to 14 AWG copper wires
- Protect personnel, equipment and meet regulatory requirements
Pocket Portal (Cloud Logger with IO)
Using discrete I/O, analog inputs and/or Modbus RTU communication, the STRIDE Pocket Portal connects industrial assets including sensors, meters, and Modbus RTU-capable devices to the cloud for data monitoring and control.
STRIDE® Pocket Portal IoT Bridge offers an end-to-end solution for small-count remote data collection.
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