Proximity Sensors
Sensors for detecting metallic targets, machine positions, movement limits and object presence in automation systems.
- Inductive sensors
- Capacitive sensors
- Distance measurement
- IO-Link sensor concepts
- Machine position detection
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Sensors
Detection, measurement and process sensors for automation, monitoring, machine control, technical-room systems, PLC inputs and industrial supervision.
Photoelectric Sensors
Optical sensors for object detection, counting, presence detection, conveyor monitoring and non-contact automation tasks.
- Diffuse photoelectric sensors
- Through-beam sensors
- Retro-reflective sensors
- Background suppression
- Object counting and presence detection
Process Sensors
Process measurement sensors for temperature, pressure, level, flow and industrial monitoring applications.
- Temperature sensors
- Pressure sensors
- Level sensors
- Flow sensors
- Process monitoring signals
Curated Product Examples
These example products represent sensor hardware suitable for Systems Studio object detection, machine position sensing, process measurement, PLC input signals and industrial monitoring.
Photoelectric Detection
SICK WTB4-3 Photoelectric Sensor
Compact optical sensor for object detection, presence checking, conveyor monitoring and non-contact industrial automation tasks.
- Photoelectric proximity sensor
- Background suppression concept
- Typical detection range up to 150 mm class
- Useful for object presence detection
- Good fit for compact machine sensing
Inductive Distance Sensor
ifm IG6084 Inductive Sensor
Robust inductive analogue sensor for non-contact distance measurement, repeatable machine sensing and industrial position feedback.
- Inductive analogue sensor
- IO-Link communication concept
- High repeatability
- Robust metal housing
- Good fit for non-contact distance measurement
Process Temperature Sensor
Siemens SITRANS TS500
Universal industrial temperature sensor family for process measurement, technical installations, harsh environments and industrial monitoring.
- Universal temperature sensor family
- Modular sensor design
- Flexible output concepts
- Wide measuring range
- Explosion-protection options
Product Scope
Sensors support industrial automation projects by converting physical events, positions, objects, temperatures and process conditions into usable PLC, HMI and monitoring signals.
Typical Selection Criteria
Important criteria include sensing principle, detection range, output type, IO-Link support, supply voltage, connector type, IP rating, mounting method, target material, environmental conditions and PLC compatibility.