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Print and Apply Sensing Solutions

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:29:39 GMT

Print and Apply Sensing Solutions

...components for upgrading performance.

BMF 235 Magnetic Field Sensors

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:21:32 GMT

BMF 235 Magnetic Field Sensors

The new standard for T-slots

BunkerProx® Inductive Sensor

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:54:37 GMT

BunkerProx® Inductive Sensor

For high impact welding applications

Profibus/Micropulse® Transducer Interface Block

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 21:21:46 GMT

Profibus/Micropulse® Transducer Interface Block

Connecting multiple linear position transducers to your Profibus network

Photoelectric Sensor BOS 23K

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:37:46 GMT

Photoelectric Sensor BOS 23K

High performance block style family

Easy Fanuc CNC-Tool ID Interface

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 17:44:34 GMT

Easy Fanuc CNC-Tool ID Interface

Introducing the revolutionary Fanuc miLink Tool ID CNC interface module

BOL 27K Analog Line Sensor

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 21:42:02 GMT

BOL 27K Analog Line Sensor

Balluff photoelectric line sensor provides inexpensive edge and width measurement.

Balluff's Pat Helm Inducted into 2009 Packaging Hall of Fame

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 12:31:10 GMT

Balluff's Pat Helm Inducted into 2009 Packaging Hall of Fame

The Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute inducted Pat Helm, Balluff's Business Development Manager, as one of five members into the their 2009 Hall of Fame.

TA12 Explosion Proof Linear Position Transducer

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:24:38 GMT

TA12 Explosion Proof Linear Position Transducer

Accuracy, Long Life and Fast Replacement

Rapid Replacement Module (RRM)

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:00:50 GMT

Rapid Replacement Module (RRM)

Field-replaceable electronics module cuts downtime and allows easy electronics replacement without removing probe from hydraulic cylinder

BML Magnetic Linear Encoder Systems

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:52:52 GMT

BML Magnetic Linear Encoder Systems

Balluff’s BML linear position encoder family provides direct measurement of a load’s linear position and is well suited for high speed and high accuracy applications (up to 48 m of travel at 20 m/s, with position resolution down to 1µm). It also eliminates mechanical wear and signal degradation in a dirty environment (e.g. oil, dust).

Competence Prize of Baden-Wurttemberg awarded to Balluff GmbH

Thu, 21 May 2009 13:30:35 GMT

Competence Prize of Baden-Wurttemberg awarded to Balluff GmbH

The second annual “Baden-Wurttemberg Competence Prize for Innovation and Quality” has been awarded. This year’s winner is the Neuhausen-based Balluff GmbH, a company which for over 50 years has been a global leader in sensor technology.

Easy Loop Communications Module

Fri, 15 May 2009 14:39:57 GMT

Easy Loop Communications Module

Easy loop is the ideal low-cost system for multiple read-only station conveying and pallet tracking applications.

UltraFrame™ Thru-Beam Sensors

Fri, 15 May 2009 14:39:19 GMT

UltraFrame™ Thru-Beam Sensors

The next generation of self-contained thru-beam sensors: more versatile and powerful

BOS 50K

Fri, 15 May 2009 14:38:26 GMT

BOS 50K

Diffuse sensor with 2 m background suppression

AR Embeddable Transducer

Fri, 15 May 2009 14:37:44 GMT

AR Embeddable Transducer

Rugged, reliable position feedback for demanding cylinder applications.

SmartLevel™ Capacitive Sensors

Fri, 15 May 2009 14:35:59 GMT

SmartLevel™ Capacitive Sensors

SmartLevel sensors provide accurate level detection in demanding applications where extensive foaming, filming, and material build-up are present.

Right Angle Thru-Beam

Mon, 11 May 2009 17:38:03 GMT

Right Angle Thru-Beam

L-frame, self-contained thru-beam sensors offer the benefits of thru-beam fiber optics without the hassles.

ConVis® Software Version 1.1.4

Mon, 11 May 2009 17:32:11 GMT

ConVis® Software Version 1.1.4

The newest version of ConVis® Software includes new tools that make setting up Balluff's Sharpshooter™ even easier.

Factor 1 Q40 Cube Sensors

Fri, 01 May 2009 15:12:17 GMT

Factor 1 Q40 Cube Sensors

Weld field immune, long-range, and equal sensing distance for all metals.

BKT 67M Contrast Sensors

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:22:18 GMT

BKT 67M Contrast Sensors

Fast and reliable color mark detection for the packaging industry.

Laser Sensors

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 20:36:04 GMT

Laser Sensors

Laser photoelectric sensors are often used in demanding applications requiring the ability to detect small parts, high switching speeds or longer sensing distances.

BOD 21M Distance Sensors

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:50:33 GMT

BOD 21M Distance Sensors

Effortless performance - High efficiency

BGL - C-Style Self-Contained Thru-Beam Sensor

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 21:05:15 GMT

BGL - C-Style Self-Contained Thru-Beam Sensor

From part handling to error proofing, Balluff’s BGL self-contained thru-beam sensors are designed to streamline any production process. And now with the Micro-adjustment tool, precision detection is easy.

BIS M Self-Contained RFID Processor

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:37:03 GMT

BIS M Self-Contained RFID Processor

Self-contained RFID read/write with on-the-fly performance.

Magnetic Rotary Encoder System - S2E

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:18:58 GMT

Magnetic Rotary Encoder System - S2E

The low-cost, easy to install, accurate rotary feedback solution with a standard quadrature pulsed output.

Factor 1 Inductive Sensor Family

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:56:20 GMT

Factor 1 Inductive Sensor Family

Ideal for use in applications where sensors encounter high levels of magnetic interference from sources such as transformers, motors, drives, or welders.

BOWA Optical Window Sensors

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:00:47 GMT

BOWA Optical Window Sensors

Unique sensing technology for parts counting.

BWL L- Style Self-Contained Thru-Beam Sensors

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 16:18:05 GMT

BWL L- Style Self-Contained Thru-Beam Sensors

BWL is designed for hazardous duty
situations.

BunkerBlock™

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:49:32 GMT

BunkerBlock™

Significantly increase the life expectancy of sensors experiencing a high probability of impact and contact damage.

Pneumatic Cylinder Sensor Resource Center - BMF Center

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 13:16:32 GMT

Pneumatic Cylinder Sensor Resource Center - BMF Center

Find the best solution for specific cylinder models with Balluff BMF Center!

BFS - Photoelectric Full Color Detection Sensors

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 21:01:32 GMT

BFS - Photoelectric Full Color Detection Sensors

True color recognition sensors “read” colors by emitting white light, analyzing three beams of reflected colored light (red,blue, green), then measuring the level of light reflected back on each wave length.

BIL non-contact analog position sensor

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 13:17:09 GMT

BIL non-contact analog position sensor

The best choice for short displacement linear feedback devices

Weld Repel™ Jacket, Wrap, and Area Protection Sheets

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 22:09:50 GMT

Weld Repel™ Jacket, Wrap, and Area Protection Sheets

Significantly increase the life expectancy of sensors and their associated connectivity in harsh weld cell environments.

Limit Switch Protection

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:14:28 GMT

Limit Switch Protection

Extend the life of mechanical switches with new protective cover.

SlagMaster™ Coated Inductive Sensors

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 13:27:27 GMT

SlagMaster™ Coated Inductive Sensors

SlagMaster™ coating dramatically increases sensor life in resistance welding and other high temperature applications.

Profibus I/O Modules

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:27:14 GMT

Profibus I/O Modules

Balluff I/O modules for Profibus networks are industrial strength, machine mountable, and fully featured.

Insulation Displacement Field Attachables

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:14:40 GMT

Insulation Displacement Field Attachables

Balluff’s IDCs provide the fastest method to add a connector to a cable, and that means increased productivity.

BOS 11K - New Photoelectric Sensor Family

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:36:57 GMT

BOS 11K - New Photoelectric Sensor Family

BOS 11K sensors are designed for packaging and conveying equipment.

SlagMaster™ Coated High Temperature Sensors

Wed, 28 May 2008 16:21:52 GMT

SlagMaster™ Coated High Temperature Sensors

Balluff SlagMaster™ coated high temperature sensors combine thermal barrier protection and weld spatter resistance with the inherent benefits of an extended temperature range sensor.

BOS 5K Mini Phototelectric Sensors

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:44:45 GMT

BOS 5K Mini Phototelectric Sensors

The BOS 5K sensor family provides a cost effective solution for assembly, material handling, and pick-and-place applications.

The BOD 63M Distance Laser Sensor

Thu, 08 May 2008 18:14:39 GMT

The BOD 63M Distance Laser Sensor

Time-of-flight measurement for targets up to 6 meters away.

RFID Ethernet TCP/IP Single Head Processor

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:29:05 GMT

RFID Ethernet TCP/IP Single Head Processor

Provides Ethernet TCP/IP-based interfacing for PC or control networks.

Micropulse® ATvantage

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 14:26:21 GMT

Micropulse® ATvantage

Scalable and economical transducer for most linear feedback applications.

Long Range Lasers w/ Optical Protection

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:47:10 GMT

Long Range Lasers w/ Optical Protection

Laser Distance Sensors for use in tough environments.

New Balluff/SIE Capacitive Sensors

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 22:28:44 GMT

New Balluff/SIE Capacitive Sensors

See our new advanced capacitive sensor line.

Digital Displays Overview

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 17:02:35 GMT

Digital Displays Overview

Digital displays for Micropulse transducers and analog output sensors eliminate the need for complex HMIs and PLC interfaces for position monitoring.

High Pressure Inductive Sensors

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:57:46 GMT

High Pressure Inductive Sensors

Balluff's high pressure inductive sensors are the ideal solution for applications with especially high temperatures of + 120°C and high pressures of 7,250 psi.

AC/DC SteelFace™ with Sacrificial DC 2-Wire Cordset

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:22:51 GMT

AC/DC SteelFace™ with Sacrificial DC 2-Wire Cordset

Cut sensor damage and waste, shorten cable repair time.

R01ZC Flatpack Protection

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:13:18 GMT

R01ZC Flatpack Protection

To protect the R01ZC flatpack sensors from loading impact, heat, and slag, a new series of accessories has been introduced to increase the sensor's life.

SteelFace™ Extended Range Inductive Sensors

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:46:54 GMT

SteelFace™ Extended Range Inductive Sensors

The rugged extended range stainless steel sensor for extreme environments

BDD 640 Series Digital Displays

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 21:34:06 GMT

BDD 640 Series Digital Displays

Compact display for analog sensors and transducers.

BLT - Photoelectric Luminescence Sensors

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:03:06 GMT

BLT - Photoelectric Luminescence Sensors

BLT luminescence sensors utilize a high-powered UV light source to detect the luminosity of a target or a mark on a target. This unique sensing technology allows you to detect marks not normally seen to the naked eye.

6K Series

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 19:51:03 GMT

6K Series

The 6K Photoelectric Sensors offer advanced teach-in capabilities in a surprisingly small housing.

Ultralinear™ Inductive Analog Sensors

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 22:37:57 GMT

Ultralinear™ Inductive Analog Sensors

Linear output - linearization is performed in the analog domain, preserving the fine resolution of the pure analog signal.

BMF103K - Compact Magnetic Field Sensor

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 19:54:20 GMT

BMF103K - Compact Magnetic Field Sensor

BMF 103K is a compact magnetic field sensor, ideal for compact short stroke pneumatic cylinders!

Prox Actuator: Insulate inductive sensors from contact

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Prox Actuator: Insulate inductive sensors from contact

Prox Actuator extends inductive sensing range by inches. Allows use of inexpensive small-diameter prox and isolates sensor from damage through accidental target contact.

Micropulse AT

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Micropulse AT

The most significant advantage for the Micropulse AT is the non-contact, wear-free magnetostrictive sensing principle.

Proximax Inductive Sensors

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Proximax Inductive Sensors

Balluff Proximax® sensors are designed to provide dependable performance under extreme operational conditions.

SteelFace™ Inductive Sensors

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

SteelFace™ Inductive Sensors

The rugged stainless steel sensor for extreme environments

Miniblock R01 Inductive Sensors

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Miniblock R01 Inductive Sensors

Mini size — Maximum performance

Drop-In Replacements for Discontinued Linear Transducers

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Drop-In Replacements for Discontinued Linear Transducers

If you’re looking for drop-in replacements for discontinued linear transducers, look no further than Balluff.

Sharpshooter™ Sensor

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Sharpshooter™ Sensor

Balluff’s Sharpshooter combines vision capability and photoelectric sensor simplicity. It provides reliable error proofing and quality inspection anywhere.

Industrial RFID Systems Overview

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Industrial RFID Systems Overview

Data carriers, metal and plastic processor housings, and read/write heads to data carrier combinations.

Replaceable Electronics Module (REM)

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Replaceable Electronics Module (REM)

... offers "plug and play" repair, instead of replacement, for cylinder-mounted transducers

Signal Adapters: Convert any signal into a teach-in sensor

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Signal Adapters: Convert any signal into a teach-in sensor

Quick installation and simple teach-in procedure bring counter, timer, and PNP/NPN inversion functions to optos, inductives, capacitives and limit switches.

HyperPROX™ Long Range Inductive Sensors

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

HyperPROX™ Long Range Inductive Sensors

Realize up to 300% longer range. The HyperPROX™ family of inductive sensors incorporates patented cutting-edge technology to offer three levels of long range sensing.

Parallel Processor - Inductive ID

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Parallel Processor - Inductive ID

The 605 is a dual mode device, it can operate as a parallel or serial processor.

BOS 2K

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

BOS 2K

The world’s smallest photoelectric sensor

ProSet4™ Cylinder Transducer with 4 programmable setpoint outputs

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

ProSet4™ Cylinder Transducer with 4 programmable setpoint outputs

Designed specifically for cylinder position sensing

BOS 12M Optoprox

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

BOS 12M Optoprox

This Optoprox combines photoelectric range with inductive sensor reliability and utilizes focused red light with fixed focus background suppression.

Inductive R01ZC Flatpack Sensors

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Inductive R01ZC Flatpack Sensors

This block-style sensor with die-cast zinc housing is rugged enough to handle those tough stamping and welding applications that destroy ordinary plastic-bodied sensors.

Balluff's Quadrature Output

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Balluff's Quadrature Output

Quadrature output option available on the Micropulse Z and P style transducers gives designers more interface options for connecting to motion-based systems.

M5 Sensor Connector

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

M5 Sensor Connector

The world's smallest sensor connector!

BOS 73K Fiber Optic Amplifier

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

BOS 73K Fiber Optic Amplifier

BOS 73k provides users with a number of diffuse or thru-beam functions in small spaces.

BOD 66M & BOD 26K - Laser Measurement Sensors

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

BOD 66M & BOD 26K - Laser Measurement Sensors

Precision laser measurement becomes practical

3 mm Inductive Mini Sensor

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

3 mm Inductive Mini Sensor

Mini size — Maximum performance

BOS 18K Laser Series

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

BOS 18K Laser Series

A new level of affordability & safety

Quick Change Prox Mounts

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Quick Change Prox Mounts

Add protection and quick-change performance to any tubular sensor.

BDD 652 Magnetostrictive Start/Stop Display & Controller

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

BDD 652 Magnetostrictive Start/Stop Display & Controller

The BDD 652 is a full-featured digital display that is compatible with Micropulse™ magnetostrictive linear position transducers with a Start/Stop interface.

Pallet Remote System

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

Pallet Remote System

Simple solution for non-contact and wear-free pallet signal and power transmission.

G-Power Remote Sensors

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:51:19 GMT

G-Power Remote Sensors

Send Power & Signals Through the Air!