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   Technology:       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Capacitive
 
     Uses a charge-storing device to measure proximity or position.
 
   Eddy Current
 
     Electrical currents are generated in a conductive material by an induced magnetic field. Interruptions in the flow of the electric currents (eddy currents), which are caused by imperfections or changes in a material's conductive properties, will cause changes in the induced magnetic field. These changes, when detected, indicate the presence of change in the test object.
 
   Fiber Optic
 
     Fiber optic proximity sensors use fiber optic technology to detect the proximity of target objects.
 
   Hall Effect
 
     The basic "Hall Effect" sensing element is a semiconductor device which, when electrical current is sent through it, will generate an electrical voltage proportional to the magnitude of a magnetic field flowing perpendicular to the surface of the semiconductor.
 
   Inductive
 
     Magnetic inductive devices are identical in configuration to the variable reluctance type and generate the same type of signal.  However, inductive pickoff coils have no internal permanent magnet and rely on external magnetic field fluctuations, such as a rotating permanent magnet, in order to generate signal pulse.
 
   Photoelectric
 
     Photoelectric devices are used to detect various materials at long range, using a beam of light. They detect either the presence or absence of light and use this information to read the data from the output transistor.
 
   Ultrasonic
 
     Sensor emits an ultrasonic pulse, which is reflected by surface and returned to sensor. Speed can be determined by measuring frequency difference (Doppler Effect).
 
   Variable Reluctance
 
     Variable reluctance sensing incorporates a "spring" of elastic, highly magnetically permeable material surrounded by two coils.
 
   Search Logic:      All products with ANY of the selected attributes will be returned as matches. Leaving all boxes unchecked will not limit the search criteria for this question; products with all attribute options will be returned as matches.
   Operating Distance:
 
     Rated operating distance is the distance at which switching takes place.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
Body Style




   Body Style       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Barrel
 
     Cylindrical; includes smooth and threaded bodies.
 
   Limit Switch
 
     Form factor and application resembles a non-contact limit switch.
 
   Rectangular
 
     Standard rectangular form factor.
 
   Slot Style
 
     Detects presence of a vane or other actuator in a 'U' channel.
 
   Ring
 
     Detects objects passing through ring, as in parts fed through a tube.
 
   Search Logic:      All products with ANY of the selected attributes will be returned as matches. Leaving all boxes unchecked will not limit the search criteria for this question; products with all attribute options will be returned as matches.
   Threaded Barrel?
 
     Body exterior is threaded for insertion into place.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
Dimensions




   Barrel Diameter:
 
     Diameter of cylindrical barrel; corresponds to major diameter fro thread barrels.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Length:
 
     Measure in the long direction, typically the axis of detection direction.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Width:
 
     Horizontal dimension transverse to sensing direction.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Height:
 
     Vertical dimension transverse to sensing direction.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
Category of Device




   Category of Device       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Sensor Element / Chip
 
     Denotes a "raw" device such as a thermocouple, or one with no packaging.
 
   Sensor / Transducer
 
     A more complex device with packaging and/or signal conditioning that is powered and provides an output such as dc volts, 4-20mA, etc. (ex: a pressure sensor with 4-20mA output).
 
   Instrument / Meter
 
     A (usually) self-contained unit that provides an output (typically a display) locally at or near the device. Usually also includes signal processing/conditioning. Example: a hand-held voltmeter.
 
   Gauge / Indicator
 
     A device, which has a display and no electronic output.   Includes gauges with digital displays and analog displays such as needles.
 
   Recorder / Totalizer
 
     An instrument that logs, totalizes, and records sensor output.  May include statistical or other functions.
 
   Controller
 
     Accepts sensor feedback signal and provides control function (PID, logic etc.) to an actuator via a control signal.
 
   Search Logic:      All products with ANY of the selected attributes will be returned as matches. Leaving all boxes unchecked will not limit the search criteria for this question; products with all attribute options will be returned as matches.
Environment




   Operating Temperature:
 
     Full required range of operating temperature.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the limits in a "From - To" range; when both are specified, matching products will cover entire range. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
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