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Proximity Sensors

Proximity sensors are extremely vital in industrial automation. They're designed to work on the principle of detecting objects without them making physical contact with the sensor. They use signals and ranges of different kinds of waves to effectively communicate that an object exists within a predefined space, and as a result, a sensor is fully capable of nearly non-contact detecting a range of different kinds of objects. Inductive proximity sensors work best with detecting metallic objects. Inductive sensors are capable of working through a number of non-metallic materials, too, but metal is a domain in which they operate well. A magnetic proximity sensor detects the presence of magnetic objects or fields using permanent magnets or electromagnetic principles.

Capacitive sensors detect the presence of any object with a dielectric constant different from the surrounding air by measuring changes in capacitance. Versatile capacitive proximity sensors detect all sorts of objects, not just metallic ones. Several industries find them valuable. The obvious is packaging. It's hard to package liquid in a way that doesn't involve some kind of capacitive sensing. Agriculture, where you want to know what's going on with your corn from a distance, might use a capacitive sensor to "see" through the stalk.

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More Information about Proximity Sensors

Proximity sensors serve a critical role in the functioning of modern automated systems. Their non-contact nature permits them to be used in a broad spectrum of applications and environmental conditions that would disable other sensors. It is quite common for proximity sensors to be used in high-temperature applications, for example. Their vibrating, dusty, and wet surroundings pose no problem for these sturdy devices. Although they are often taken for granted, proximity sensors must work as reliably as, and often more so than, many other types of sensors in order for the automation of industrial processes to be really "industrial."

FAQs

Do magnetic sensors and photoelectric sensors use an electrical signal when transmitting information about nearby objects or target objects?

Yes, both magnetic sensors and photoelectric sensors use an electrical signal to transmit information about nearby or target objects, converting physical changes like magnetic fields or light interruptions into data for processing.

Limit Switch Basics 

What are limit switches?

Limit switches are electromechanical switches that operate based on the movement or presence of an object. They are designed to detect the presence of an object using an actuator connected to a series of contacts to detect the presence and proximity or absence of a material or object. When the switch's actuator is moved by an object it will change the state of an electronic contact set. This movement signals that some preset limit has been reached. There are many different ways a switch can be actuated depending on the type of switch that is being used. Some use a roller and lever, some use a button or plunger, while others might use a rotating arm and rod attached to the main body of a switch. The type of switch that is used will largely be dictated by the specific application.

Where are limit switches used? 

Limit switches can be used to tally or count items, so that when a limit is reached, the switch will open or close. This open and closing action can be counted by a controller allowing the action to be totalized. Limit switches can be used as safety interlocks to prevent machine parts from moving any further when specific point is reached. Limit switches are also commonly used in larger control systems. For example, when a certain limit is reached, the actuator can deactivate or activate a device to prevent it from malfunctioning.