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Eddy Current <B>Proximity</B> Sensors
Eddy Current Proximity Sensors - (34 companies)

Eddy current proximity sensors and switches detect the proximity or presence of a target by sensing the magnetic fields generated by a reference coil. Search by Specification | Learn More

<B>Proximity</B> Sensors
Proximity Sensors - (688 companies)

Proximity sensors, all types is a general search form for all proximity sensors and presence detection product areas. Search by Specification | Learn More

Photoelectric Sensors
Photoelectric Sensors - (307 companies)

...objects. They can be categorized into three main categories, through beam, retroreflective, and proximity. Through beam photoelectric sensors are configured with the emitter and detector opposite the path of the target and sense presence when the beam... Search by Specification | Learn More

Ultrasonic <B>Proximity</B> Sensors
Ultrasonic Proximity Sensors - (114 companies)

Ultrasonic proximity sensors use reflected or transmitted ultrasonic waves to detect the presence or absence of a target component. Search by Specification | Learn More

Fiber Optic <B>Proximity</B> Sensors
Fiber Optic Proximity Sensors - (68 companies)

Fiber optic proximity sensors use fiber optic technology to detect the proximity of target objects. Search by Specification | Learn More

Inductive <B>Proximity</B> Sensors
Inductive Proximity Sensors - (207 companies)

Inductive proximity sensors detect the presence or absence of an object using a critical distance. Search by Specification | Learn More

Magnetic <B>Proximity</B> Sensors
Magnetic Proximity Sensors - (189 companies)

Magnetic proximity sensors include devices that work on inductive, variable reluctance, magneto resistive or Hall effect principles. Proximity sensors detect the presence or absence of an object using a critical distance. Search by Specification | Learn More

Capacitive <B>Proximity</B> Sensors
Capacitive Proximity Sensors - (168 companies)

Capacitive proximity sensors detect the presence or proximity of a target using capacitive technology. Search by Specification | Learn More

<B>Switches</B>
Switches - (1062 companies)

Switches are used to allow electric current to flow when closed. When opened, they prevent current flow. Common switch types include pushbutton, rocker, toggle, rotary coded DIP, rotary DIP, key lock, slide, snap action, and reed. Search by Specification | Learn More

Reed <B>Switches</B>
Reed Switches - (97 companies)

Reed switches are magnetically actuated switches. They are typically manufactured with two ferromagnetic reeds (contact blades), which are sealed in a glass capsule. In the presence of a magnet, the blades (contacts) close. Search by Specification | Learn More

Hall Effect <B>Proximity</B> Sensors
Hall Effect Proximity Sensors - (78 companies)

Hall effect proximity sensors are used to detect the proximity, presence or absence of a magnetic object using a critical distance. Search by Specification | Learn More

Ultrasonic Linear Position Sensors and <B>Switches</B>
Ultrasonic Linear Position Sensors and Switches - (72 companies)

Ultrasonic linear position sensors and switches use ultrasonic waves in combination with light and frequency readings for position and displacement sensing. Search by Specification | Learn More

Eddy Current Linear Position Sensors
Eddy Current Linear Position Sensors - (23 companies)

Eddy current linear position sensors detect the distance from a target by using magnetic fields generated by a reference and sensing coils. Search by Specification | Learn More

Optocouplers
Optocouplers - (73 companies)

Optocouplers are capable of transferring an electrical signal between two circuits while isolating the circuits from each other. Search by Specification | Learn More

Video <B>Switchers</B>
Video Switchers - (132 companies)

Video switchers control video display sequences for multiple camera systems. Search by Specification | Learn More

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Product News for use of a proximity switch

Total Industrial
Sense Pro® Quick Release Proximity Switch Protect

The STQD2004 - 8mm through STQD2030 – 30mm Series Proximity Switch protectors consist of a 6061 aluminum threaded protector body that screws into a mounting bracket and an 6061 aluminum cable protector that will protect the cable connection from premature failure due to debris, water ingestion and contact damage. (read more)

Magnetic Sensors Corporation
Magnet Proximity Switch

Magnetic Sensors Corporation offers accurate, dependable Hall effect proximity switches. (read more)

Browse Magnetic Proximity Sensors Datasheets for Magnetic Sensors Corporation
Siargo Ltd.
Proximity Switch for Air/Oil Lubricators

The FPX4008 proximity air/oil switches are designed specially for lubricators using compressed air as the carrier gas to deliver the lubricant to the lubricating points. (read more)

Browse Mass Flow Switches Datasheets for Siargo Ltd.
Control Concepts, Inc.
PRX 120 Series - Proximity Speed Switches...

The Control Concepts Prox Switch is a micro-controlled, field adjustable, multi-setpoint speed / rate monitor that provides 4 character alpha numeric visual indication and relay ouput. The unit offers many versatile features that provide flexibility in application and confidence in sensing. (read more)

Browse Proximity Sensors Datasheets for Control Concepts, Inc.
Gems Sensors & Controls
Gems New Line of Versitale Proximity Switches

Gems announces the launch of a new line of magnetically actuated proximity switches designed for long lasting performance and ease of installation from the most basic to the most complex customer applications. (read more)

Browse Machine Safeguarding and Presence Sensing Devices Datasheets for Gems Sensors & Controls
Comus International
Proximity Switches

COMUS offers a wide selection of prximity switches. Proximity switches and sensors use a reed switch and a permanent magnet. (read more)

Avago Technologies
Integrated Optical Proximity Sensors

Proximity sensing in mobile phones turns off the LCD backlight (power saving) when answering a call and the phone is near to the ear. (read more)

Browse Optocouplers Datasheets for Avago Technologies
Hermetic Switch, Inc.
Steel Sensing Proximity Sensors

Hermetic Switch, Inc. presents its patented PRX+4000 series of steel proximity sensors. This series provides the market with durable, ready-to-install steel proximity sensors for use in applications where the position of a ferrous metal components must be monitored to ensure operator safety and productivity. (read more)

Hermetic Switch, Inc.
Proximity Sensor, Medical

New Proximity Sensors - PRX+2450 Series Delivers Advantages of Reed Technology AND Miniature Size

Responds to Need for Reliable, High Performance Mini-Components in Medical, Electronics, Aerospace, Industrial and Other Applications (read more)

Fargo Controls, Inc.
Photoelectric Proximity Sensors by Fargo Controls

Photoelectric sensors use light sensitive elements to detect objects and are made up of an emitter (light source) and a receiver. Fargo Controls offers Direct Reflection, Reflection with Reflector, Thru Beam sensors. (read more)

Browse Inductive Proximity Sensors Datasheets for Fargo Controls, Inc.
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Parts by Number for use of a proximity switch

Part # Distributor Manufacturer Product Category Description
G4IAC15A Newark OPTO 22 Input/Output Modules I/O Module; For Use With:Proximity Switches,Limit Switches, Float Switches, Selector Switches, Push Buttons, Toggle Switches, And Thermostats; Signal Input Type:180 To 280Vac; No. Of Outputs:1; No. Of Analog Inputs:1 Rohs Compliant: No

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5 C H A P T E R Configuring Network Proximity Network...
the Network Proximity feature and provides related configuration information in the following major sections: ? Entering Your Proximity License Keys
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Field Notice: WebNS 5.02 Proximity Database Is Incompatible...
Updates from a WebNS 5.0 Proximity Database to a WebNS 5.02 Proximity Database can cause the switch to reboot.
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Level Switch Devices - Pressure Switch Instruments - Gems...
a leading manufacturer of level switch products, pressure switches,flow switches, miniature solenoid valves, proximity switches and liquid level
See Gems Sensors & Controls Profile & Catalog
ASTM F2071 -00(2006) Standard Specification for Switch,...
ASTM F2071 - 00(2006) Standard Specification for Switch, Position Proximity (Noncontact) or Limit (Mechanical Contact), Fiber-Optic
See ASTM International Information
ASTM F1689 -05 Standard Test Method for Determining the...
ASTM F1689 - 05 Standard Test Method for Determining the Insulation Resistance of a Membrane Switch
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The metal?oxide?semiconductor field-effect transistor (MOSFET, MOS-FET, or MOS FET) is a device used to amplify or switch electronic signals.
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STMicroelectronics | Smart inductive proximity switch...
STEVAL-IFS006V1 Smar t inductive proximity switch demonstration board based on the Ultralite 8-bit microcontroller and the TDE1708DFT Data Brief
ICs for Inductive Proximity Switches - Infineon Technologies
Besides its basic functions (oscillator, demodulator and threshold switch), the bipolar monolithic IC TCA505B includes a number of useful extra
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Reed relays, reed switches and sensors, OKI reeds, solid state...
High Breakdown Switches | Proximity | Reed Switches | Magnets | Mercury Wetted Relays | Mercury Wetted Switches | Movement/Vibration Float Switches |
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