Balluff’s newest photoelectric sensors provide sensing capabilities in a small form factor, making them suitable for use in applications like robot part-detection, where size constraints exist, and multiple sensors are required. In robot applications, sensors must be lightweight, small, and self-contained, and the new Balluff IO-Link miniature sensors fulfill these requirements with precision. They can […]
Rugged sensors for small-scale process technology
Balluff is expanding their range of sensors for media-contacting temperature detection, in hydraulic power units for example. New is a temperature sensor with display, a temperature transmitter as well as a PT1000 sensor. The version without a display is especially compact and vibration-resistant, whereas the versions with the turnable and highly readable display offers high operating […]
Balluff releases new print, digital product catalogs
A new set of global product catalogs released by Balluff provides easy access to the company’s wide range of products designed to measure, detect, identify and connect. The five-volume set is available in print or as digital flipbooks on the company’s website. The 5-volume set includes the newest and best-selling Balluff products organized by product […]
Balluff releases new print, digital product catalogs
A new set of global product catalogs released by Balluff provides easy access to the company’s wide range of products designed to measure, detect, identify and connect. The five-volume set is available in print or as digital flipbooks on the company’s website. The 5-volume set includes the newest and best-selling Balluff products organized by product […]
I/O hubs With M8 connectivity
Balluff’s newest I/O hubs deliver M8 quick connect to enable resilient distributed modular architecture for compact footprint machines and end effectors. Balluff’s new M8 I/O hub portfolio enables Balluff IO-Link masters to host up to 248 discrete sensors on a single network node. This replaces the need for up to 16 network blocks and eliminates…
High-temp sensors battle heat of welding, stamping applications
The latest line of extended-temperature proximity sensors from Balluff doubles the maximum temperature rating of standard sensors. This makes them ideal to battle the heat found in many industrial automation environments including robotic weld cells, where localized temperatures increase due to radiant heat from frequent weld flashes and conducted heat from molten welded materials. Where […]
High-temperature sensors for welding, stamping applications
The latest line of extended-temperature proximity sensors fromBalluff doubles the maximum temperature rating of standard sensors. This makes them ideal to battle the heat found in many industrial automation environments including robotic weld cells, where localized temperatures increase due to radiant heat from frequent weld flashes and conducted heat from molten welded materials. Where conventional […]
Balluff proximity sensors detect objects in temps up to 230 °C
Balluff’s family of high-temperature proximity sensors are designed and tested to provide reliable non-contact object detection in ambient temperatures up to 230 °C/446 °F. This level of protection is required for hot metal stamping, glass manufacturing, steel and aluminum manufacturing, steel forging, steam curing, and other high-temp processes. Two main features allow these sensors to […]
Balluff M18 steel face sensors increase uptime in harsh environments
To combat the pervasive problem of premature sensor failure in harsh welding and stamping applications, Balluff has expanded its family of rugged steel-faced inductive proximity sensors to include additional models in the popular M18 tubular form factor. Compared to conventional plastic-faced sensors, the stainless steel sensing face fights failure from impact, abrasion, and erosion while […]
Safety switches offer increased locking force, plug & play connectivity
Balluff’s newest family of mechanical safety switches boast an impressive locking force of 2,500 N and latching force of 10 N, making the guardlock insensitive to vibration even when unlocked. The line, which is “plug & play” thanks to the use of M12 connectors (5- or 8-pin), includes variants with and without mechanical guard locking…
New flow switches from Balluf warn users of reduction in fow
The newest flow switches from Balluff alert users to potential failures due to a reduction in necessary fluid flow. The recently released BFF series of flow sensors, which are available in both thread-in and inline versions, provide a switching output that is activated when the flow falls below a user-defined rate. This makes it possible […]
Rugged through-beam sensors resist chemicals, coolants and more
A new family of stainless steel fork sensors with resistance to aggressive cleaning agents, chemicals, coolants or other media provides a viable solution for demanding environments in a variety of applications including hygienic. These sensors are suitable for the packaging, food and beverage industries. These sensors can be used in other applications and industries that […]
Balluff puts interoperability of IO-Link on display at IMTS
IO-Link comes with many advantages, but the most important one for most adopters is its ability to work with existing industrial network infrastructures. Balluff, the market leader in IO-Link, will demonstrate this benefit at IMTS (Booth #134064) with a bold display of its own IO-Link Masters surrounded by technology from other vendors. IO-Link multi-vendor solution…
Robust space saving flat-pack photoelectric sensor
Balluff’s new family of flat pack compact photoelectric sensors provide a powerful solution for demanding environments and industries with space restrictions. The sensors, which include a stainless-steel housing, are resistant to aggressive cleaning agents, chemicals, coolants or other media and meet the requirements for packaging, food & beverage industries. “The new flat pack photoelectric family […]
Smart photoelectric sensor from Balluff is easily configured via IO-Link
Generating, transporting and processing information are central tasks in the Industry 4.0 environment. The basis for all this information is intelligent sensors which provide the required input. With its new BOS 21M ADCAP, Balluff has created a smart photoelectric sensor. The versatile all-rounder uses red light and lets you choose from among four sensor modes: background […]
Smart sensor for the Internet of Things
Photoelectric all-rounder BOS 21M ADCAPGenerating, transporting and processing information are central tasks in the Industry 4.0 environment. The basis for all the information is intelligent sensors which provide the required input. With their BOS 21M ADCAP will be showing a newly developed optical multifunction sensor, the BOS 21M series. The versatile all-rounder uses red light…
Ceramic caps from Balluff provide sensor protection and extend life
Balluff’s newest ceramic caps extend sensor life and minimize downtime by providing a layer of needed protection to the face of sensors in harsh conditions. The caps, which can be added easily before or after installation, protect flush mount sensors from high temperatures, weld spatter, abrasives, and impact. Often made of aluminum and magnesium/aluminum alloys, […]
Simpler integration of serial devices with IO-Link
A new IO-Link innovative solution effectively ends the trouble of integrating RS232 devices into the automation controls architecture. Designed by Balluff, the RS232 to IO-Link converter module reduces costs and simplifies the controls architecture by offering a unified solution throughout the plant floor. By today’s standard, RS232-based devices are seemingly old fashioned, but barcode readers,…
Magnetic mounts minimize downtime, maximize productivity
Balluff’s new magnetic mounts for inductive couplers provide a simple and cost-effective solution for applications that require regular tool or die changes. The mounts, which connect through the use of strong earth magnets, can be easily attached or disengaged allowing for quick changes. “Magnetic mounts make tool or die changing quick and simple with their…
SmartCamera delivers robust vision in simple package
Balluff’s newly released SmartCamera takes inspection and identification applications, in color or monochrome, to a higher level. The SmartCamera simplifies overall usability in an otherwise complex world of vision-based technology, while still delivering a robust assortment of features like flexible connectivity and intuitive on-board image processing tools. The camera, the latest in in a line […]
Balluff creates sensor protection device to reduce impact damage
Balluff has introduced Face Savers — a game-changing accessory to extend sensor life. The new-to-market face saver can be added to a flush mount sensor to increase the life of the sensor by protecting it from impact damage due to over travel and hostile application environments. “Face Savers can almost be considered a ‘Machine Up-Time […]
Balluff’s newest universal connector stands up to the harshest of environments
Balluff’s new IP69-rated inline universal connector was designed to withstand exposure to corrosive chemicals and pressure wash-down, making it ideal for the harsh environments found in food processing and pharmaceutical applications. This is the latest addition to Balluff’s growing catalog of universal connectors. This universal connector module consolidates up to eight channels of digital inputs […]
Balluff’s newest universal connector stands up to the harshest of environments
Balluff’s new IP69-rated inline universal connector was designed to withstand exposure to corrosive chemicals and pressure wash-down, making it ideal for the harsh environments found in food processing and pharmaceutical applications. This is the latest addition to Balluff’s growing catalog of universal connectors. This universal connector module consolidates up to eight channels of digital inputs […]
Balluff’s emergency stop for safety over IO-Link
Balluff has added an Emergency Stop device (E-Stop) to widen further the safety product portfolio. Balluff’s E-Stop is easily and inexpensively connected directly to the Balluff “Safety Over IO-Link” module or to any safety controller using standard M12 connectors, eliminating terminations and reducing the incidence of mis-wiring. “These devices are used in a variety of […]
True-color sensor with IO-Link ensures consistent color verification
Verification of product color is a constant challenge for many industries. This is why Balluff has launched its BFS 33M true color sensor with IO-Link to provide a solution to this challenge. This sensor is able to detect the smallest nuances or shade differences while disregarding surface textures. “As technology has progressed, true color sensors […]