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SEN-01

Inductive proximity switches and proximity sensors

Plug or cable connection, cylindrical and various rectangular designs, variants for DC-3/4 wire, IO-Link and DC, AC and AC/DC-2 wire.

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SEN-02

Inductive ring sensors and tube sensors

Reliable sensor principle for high object speeds, inductive ring sensors universally mountable by means of various sizes, inductive tube sensors can be easily installed on the feed tube.

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SEN-03

Inductive distance sensors

Compact, solid and reliable, non-contacting and thus free from wear, absolute measuring principle.

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SEN-04

Inductive position sensors

Measurement ranges adjustable from 0-133 mm, no mechanical adjustment necessary, non-contacting and thus free from wear.

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SEN-05

Rapid inductive position measuring systems

Easy to integrate thanks to compact design with small blind zones, excellent price-performance ratio, high measuring frequency > 10 kHz.

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SEN-06

Diffuse sensors

Ideal for detecting contrast differences – dependent upon surface, color and material, economical and easy to mount and align thanks to visible light beams, shorter ranges as compared to retro-reflective and through-beam sensors.

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SEN-07

Retroreflective sensors

Simple alignment thanks to generous mounting tolerances, large reflectors for high ranges, reliable detection – regardless of surface, color, and material.

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SEN-08

Through-beam sensors

Ideal for positioning tasks thanks to excellent reproducibility, extremely resistant to contamination and has a large functional reserve, ideally suited for large operating ranges.

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SEN-09

Fork sensors

Different light types (red light, infrared, laser), robust metal housing, simple alignment to the object.

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SEN-10

Optical windows

Uniformly high resolution over the whole area of the frame, detection of small parts with a diameter of up to 0.8 mm, robust metal housing with M8 standard plug connector.

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SEN-11

Light bands

Robust metal housing for stable mounting and precise alignment, light band with a width of 50 mm, up to 2 m distance between transmitter and receiver.

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SEN-13

Contrast sensors

Pinpoint accurate switching for fast processes with a high switching frequency of up to 30 kHz, different light types (laser, red/green/blue or white light), large ranges with laser.

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SEN-14

Luminescence sensors

UV light – no external lamp or light source required, programmable with the touch of a button – without separate software, robust, industrial-grade configurations.

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SEN-15

Plastic and glass fibers for fiber-based devices

High function reserve, high quality materials and precise machining, homogeneous optical properties.

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SEN-17

Photoelectric distance sensors

Ideal for distance measurements and distance monitoring of short, medium, and long measurement ranges, additional switching outputs with adjustable switchpoints available for almost all products, teach in on the sensor via teach-in input or via the especially easy IO-Link.

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SEN-18

Magnetostrictive linear position sensors in profile housing

High resolution of up to 0.5 µm, measuring lengths of up to 7620 mm, measures several positions and speeds at the same time.

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SEN-19

Magnetostrictive linear position sensors for industrial hydraulics

High resolution of up to 1 µm, measuring lengths of up to 7620 mm, measures several positions and speeds at the same time.

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SEN-20

Magnetostrictive linear position sensors for extreme environments

Rugged stainless steel housing, exceptionally shock- and vibration-resistant, extreme waterproofness, IP69K.

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SEN-21

Magnetostrictive linear position sensors for explosive areas

Suitable for Zones 0, 1, and 2, measurement ranges of up to 7620 mm, absolute output signal with high resolution of up to 5 µm.

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SEN-22

Magnetostrictive position measuring systems for mobile hydraulics

High resolution, measuring lengths of up to 2540 mm, programmable output signals – invert, configure, and document the measurement range.

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SEN-23

Redundant magnetostrictive linear position sensors

Double- or triple-redundancy design, temperature range of -40 to +85 °C, analog and digital interfaces.

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SEN-24

Magnetostrictive position measuring systems for long distances

Absolute linear position measuring system with a measuring range of up to several hundred meters, high reliability and low maintenance due to a contactless and wear-free operating principle, resistance in harsh industrial environments (IP67).

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SEN-25

Cylinder sensors for multiple slot shapes

For grippers, pneumatic cylinders, round cylinders and tie rod cylinders, reliable switching behavior due to precise switching point, non-contacting and thus free from wear.

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SEN-26

Tubular magnetic field sensors

Small, extremely compact configuration, and very long switching distances, sensors with a diameter of 6.5 mm can sense position without contact at up to 90 mm, industrial grade and contamination-proof.

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SEN-27

Magnetic field positioning systems

Modular concept for flexibility: Covers a variety of cylinders over a stroke of up to 256 mm, high connectivity: Continuous monitoring of the piston position in the smallest spaces using analog voltage and current output as well as an IO-Link interface, reliable results: Application-specific linearity and repeat accuracy, parameterizable.

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SEN-28

Absolute linear distance measuring system and rotary angle measuring system

Best machine performance via quick and precise measured value determination with high level of reproducibility, high system availability thanks to durably stable magnetic tape with Permagnet® technology, robust metal housing for a long service life.

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SEN-29

Incremental linear distance measuring system and rotary angle measuring system

Best machine performance via quick and precise measured value determination with high level of reproducibility, high system availability thanks to durably stable magnetic tape with Permagnet® technology, robust metal or plastic housing for a long service life.

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SEN-30

Magnetic tapes with incremental or absolute coding

Space-saving, easy to integrate, wide range of diameters and lengths available, high resolution, precise absolute measurement.

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SEN-32

Capacitive sensors for object detection

Capacitive sensors in plastic and stainless steel versions for detecting media with a low dielectric constant over long distances, in compact configurations from 6.5 mm and flat configurations, such as disc configurations, with switching distances of up to 25 mm, flush mountable and adjustable via potentiometer or cable.

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SEN-33

Capacitive level sensors

For fill level detection of liquids and bulk materials, large selection of configurations and housing materials as well as cost-effective versions, easy adjustment and setup, also via IO-Link.

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SEN-34

Capacitive sensor heads for amplifiers

Capacitive sensor heads made of PTFE material and in stainless steel housings for very extreme temperatures, the highest pressures, and tight spaces, operation via a separate remote amplifier, optionally with switching signal – analog or with IO-Link, quick, easy, and cost-effective installation.

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SEN-35

Amplifiers for capacitive sensor heads

For easy setup and evaluation of almost all capacitive sensor heads from Balluff, with comfort or IO-Link evaluation unit for top-hat rail mounting, adjustment possible beyond critical environment conditions.

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SEN-36

Capacitive sensors with special properties

Capacitive sensors with stainless steel, plastic, or PTFE housing, high temperature resistant up to 250 °C, pressure rated of up to 6 bar at 180 °C, and high pressure-rated for up to 150 bar, sensor heads for use with separate amplifier, IO-Link capable.

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SEN-37

Ultrasonic sensors with analog output or digital output

Position detection or object detection in solid, powdery and liquid media, non-contact monitoring of the presence and counting of objects, independent of color and surface finish.

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SEN-38

Pressure-rated ultrasonic sensors

Position or object detection in solid, powdery, and liquid media, check for presence/absence of and count objects without making contact, regardless of color and surface finish.

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SEN-39

Ultrasonic sensors for short-stroke hydraulic cylinders

Direct monitoring and continuous position measurement of hydraulic short stroke cylinders, space-saving integration due to small size, condition monitoring thanks to IO-Link: Reliable information on voltage status, pressure fluctuations, signal quality, device temperature.

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SEN-40

Condition monitoring sensors

Multiple measured variables in one device: vibration, temperature, humidity, air pressure, integrated evaluation electronics with configurable data pre-processing, extensive algorithms for vibration monitoring in time and frequency domain (FFT).

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SEN-41

Incremental encoders

High-resolution angle measurement, high shaft load up to 500 N, available interfaces: ABZ (TTL, HTL), sin/cos.

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SEN-42

Absolute encoders

Needs no homing run, no data loss in case of power failures, etherCAT, Profinet, IO-Link, RS485, SSI, CAN.

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SEN-43

Digital Position Indicators

Expanded IO-Link functionality with Smart Automation Monitoring System (SAMS), smart features such as internal temperature and moisture monitoring, simple operation prevents errors.

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SEN-44

Mechanical single position limit switches

Long service life, robust housing for extreme applications, three model series.

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SEN-45

Mechanical multiple position limit switches

Long service life, robust housing for extreme applications, iO-Link adaptable.

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SEN-46

Mechanical multiple position limit switches with interchangeable plunger unit

Short service times thanks to simple assembly of the interchangeable unit, fast exchange of individual plunger or the entire unit directly on the machine, low repair costs.

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SEN-47

Mechanical single position limit switches with safety switch positions

Also suitable for welded contacts, safety functions in accordance with DIN EN 60204-1/VDE 0113 and DIN EN 60947-5-1.

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SEN-48

Mechanical multiple position limit switches with safety switch positions

Also suitable for welded contacts, safety functions in accordance with DIN EN 60204-1/VDE 0113 and DIN EN 60947-5-1, four model series.

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SEN-49

Mechanical single position limit switches with positive opening

Also suitable for welded contacts, two model series, two-chamber system with IP67 degree of protection: Wear-free membrane with hermetic separation of the plunger mechanism and the switch interior.

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SEN-50

Mechanical multiple position limit switches with positive opening

Also suitable for welded contacts, two model series, up to 12 switch positions, depending on the model series.

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SEN-51

Mechanical single position limit switches for extended temperature range

Reliable switching behavior, temperature range of -5 °C to 180 °C, available with high-temperature cable.

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SEN-52

Mechanical multiple position limit switches for extended temperature range

Reliable switching behavior, temperature range of -5 °C to 180 °C, available with high-temperature cable.

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SEN-53

Inductive single position limit switches

Reliable inductive active principle, function indicator with LEDs, compact configuration.

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SEN-54

Inductive multiple position limit switches

Reliable inductive active principle LED function indicator for each switch position, compact configuration, mechanical housing normed to the fixing mass is useable.

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SEN-55

Single and dual axis inclinometers

Fluid-based, modbus and 4...20 mA interface available, high level of reproducibility and precision.

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SEN-56

Digital pressure sensors with display

Parameterization according to VDMA standard, dual rotation – easily installed, compact housing design.

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SEN-57

Pressure transmitter

Compact and robust stainless steel housing, simple to install on-site, pressure range –1…600 bar.

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SEN-58

Front flush pressure sensors

Free of dead space and easy to clean, convenient with a very easy-to-read display and selectable outputs (analog, digital, IO-Link), compact and robust as a transmitter with 4…20mA output signal.

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