55100 Series, Position, Proximity, Speed (Modules) - Industrial

Industrial position, proximity, and speed module sensors are advanced devices that are extensively used in industrial settings to accurately detect and respond to the presence, absence, or motion of an object based on the surrounding magnetic field. These sensors are specifically designed to meet the demands of industrial applications, ensuring reliable and precise performance. These sensors operate by utilizing the interaction between their internal magnetic components and external magnetic fields. Depending on the specific device, they can be sensitive to either the north or south pole of a magnet. The various types of industrial magnetic sensors include: Ball switch: These sensors use a small metal ball that rolls within a housing, making or breaking contact with electrical terminals when exposed to a magnetic field. They are commonly used for object detection or position sensing. Bipolar switch: These sensors have two switching thresholds, one for the north pole and another for the south pole. They provide a versatile solution for detecting both polarities of a magnetic field. Hall effect sensors: These sensors utilize the Hall effect phenomenon to measure changes in a magnetic field. They provide accurate proximity or position sensing capabilities and are commonly used in industrial automation and robotics. Logic magnetic pickup: These sensors are designed to detect the rotation of gears or other rotating machinery using a magnetic field. They generate digital output signals to indicate speed or position changes. Omnipolar sensors: These sensors can detect the presence of both the north and south poles of a magnet. They are ideal for applications where the polarity of the magnetic field may vary. Potentiometer sensors: These sensors use the relative movement between a magnet and a potentiometer to measure linear or angular positions. They provide analog output signals proportional to the position being measured. Reed switch sensors: These sensors consist of two metal reed contacts enclosed in a glass tube filled with inert gas. They are highly reliable and are commonly used for proximity detection, limit switches, and security systems. Unipolar switch: These sensors are sensitive only to one polarity of the magnetic field, either the north or south pole. They are widely used in industrial applications requiring precise proximity detection. Variable reluctance speed (VRS) sensors: These sensors detect the rotation speed of a gear tooth or ferromagnetic target by measuring the changes in magnetic flux. They are commonly used in automotive applications for speed sensing. Industrial position, proximity, and speed module sensors play a vital role in industrial automation, robotics, and automotive industries. Their high sensitivity, accuracy, and reliability make them indispensable for tasks such as object detection, position sensing, speed measurement, and motion control in industrial environments.