Proximity sensors 
Optical – Through-beam 
Optical – Retro-reflective 
Optical - Diffuse 
Inductive 
Reed switch 
Inductive magnetic 
Capacitive 
Symbols 
Connection 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Targe 
t 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Through-beam) 
Targe 
t 
Type : Through-beam 
Transmitter Receiver 
Long sensing distance: up to 30 metres with some devices 
Will detect all but very transparent materials 
Must be accurately aligned 
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Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
R 
Transmitter 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Target 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
(prismatic) 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
Type : Retro reflective 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Reflector 
Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 
T 
R 
Type : Retro reflective 
Transmitter 
/Receiver 
Sensing distance : 1/2 to 1/3 of through-beam type (prismatic) 
Not suitable for reflective or transparent targets 
Target should be larger than the reflector 
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Optical sensors (Diffuse) 
Type : Diffuse 
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Target 
Optical sensors (Diffuse) 
Type : Diffuse 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Diffuse) 
Type : Diffuse 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Diffuse) 
Type : Diffuse 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Diffuse) 
Type : Diffuse 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Diffuse) 
Type : Diffuse 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Diffuse) 
Type : Diffuse 
T 
Transmitter R 
/Receiver 
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Optical sensors (Diffuse) 
Type : Diffuse 
Transmitter 
/Receiver 
T 
R 
Sensing distance: much less than reflex type, actual distance depends on colour and 
reflective nature of the surface 
Larger targets result in longer sensing distances 
Not suitable for dirty environments 
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Inductive sensors 
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Inductive sensors 
High frequency magnetic 
field 
(300 to 800 kHz) 
Active surface 
Resonant circuit coil 
LED indicator 
Connection cable 
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Inductive sensors 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
ON 
OFF 
Targ 
et 
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Inductive sensors 
ON 
OFF 
Target 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Inductive sensors 
ON 
OFF 
Target 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Inductive sensors 
ON 
OFF 
Target 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Inductive sensors 
ON 
OFF 
Target 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Inductive sensors 
ON 
OFF 
Target 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Inductive sensors 
ON 
OFF 
Target 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Inductive sensors 
ON 
OFF 
Target 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Inductive sensors 
ON 
OFF 
Target 
Sensor 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Inductive sensors 
Will detect any conductive material 
Quoted distances are for mild steel 
Sensor performance can be affected by: 
• Temperature 
• Target material 
• Target dimensions 
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Reed switch 
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Reed switch 
Glass Tube filled 
with nitrogen 
Reed 
contacts 
LED 
indicator 
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Reed switch 
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Reed switch 
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Reed switch 
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Reed switch 
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Reed switch 
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Reed switch 
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Reed switch 
24v 
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Reed switch 
24v 
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Reed switch 
Interference from other magnetic fields must be avoided. 
If positioned in mid stroke, switching point will vary depending on direction of approach. 
Maximum current must be limited to avoid burning of the reed contacts. 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
Connection 
cable 
LED 
Indicator 
Resonant circuit 
coil 
High 
frequency 
magnetic 
field 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
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Inductive magnetic sensor 
Inductive principle of operation - but only reacts to magnetic fields 
Interference from other magnetic fields must be avoided. 
Solid state device - higher switching frequency - 1kHz 
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Capacitive sensor 
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Capacitive sensor 
Sensor is looking for a 
Electrostatic field change in capacitance in the 
active field 
Active surface 
Active electrode 
Earth electrode 
LED indicator 
Adjusting screw 
Connection cable 
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Target Capacitive sensor 
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Capacitive sensor 
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Capacitive sensor 
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Capacitive sensor 
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Capacitive sensor 
Detects any material denser than air (as 
long as there is enough of it) 
Can be adjusted for sensitivity 
Can be affected by dusty environments 
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Capacitive sensor 
Sensor is adjusted so that 
it does not ‘see’ the wall of 
the vessel. 
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Capacitive sensor 
As the level rises the fluid 
affects the sensor field. 
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Capacitive sensor 
Until the sensor switches. 
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Sensor symbols 
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+ 18 to 30 Volts 
DC. 
0 V 
Output 
Inductive 
Capacitive 
Optical 
Magnetic 
Ultrasonic 
Normally 
open 
Normally 
closed 
Sensor symbols 
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+ 18 to 30 Volts 
DC. 
0 V 
Sensor symbols 
Capacitive Sensor with 
Normally open function 
Output 
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Sensor connection 
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+ 18 to 30 Volts DC 
0 V 
Output 
Sensor connection 
24v 
DC 
0v 
PNP Type 
• Output is Positive 
• Positive switching 
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Sensor connection 
NPN Type 
• Output switches 
through to 0v 
• Negative switching 
+ 18 to 30 Volts DC 
0 V 
Output 
24v 
DC 
0v 
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Sensor connection 
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+ 18 to 30 Volts 
DC. 
0 V 
Output 
Inductive 
Capacitive 
Optical 
Magnetic 
Ultrasonic 
Normally 
open 
Normally 
closed 
Sensor connection 
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Inductive sensor 
Will detect any conductive material 
Quoted distances are for mild steel 
Sensor performance can be affected by:- 
• Temperature 
• Target material 
• Target dimensions. 
Oscillation 
Amplitude 
ON 
OF 
F 
Targe 
t 
Sensor 
Sensor 
output 
signal 
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Capacitive sensor 
Detects any material denser than air. 
(as long as there is enough of it) 
Can be adjusted for sensitivity 
Can be affected by dusty environments 
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Target 
Optical sensors 
Type: Through-beam 
Long sensing distance : up to 30 metres 
with some devices 
Will detect all but very transparent 
materials 
Must be accurately aligned 
Transmitter Receiver 
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Optical sensors 
Type: Retro-reflective 
Sensing distance : 1/2 to 1/3 of through-beam 
Not suitable for reflective or transparent 
targets 
Target should be larger 
than the reflector 
T 
R 
Transmitter / Receiver Reflector 
(prismatic) 
type. 
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Optical sensors 
Type : Diffuse 
Sensing distance : much less than reflex 
type, actual distance depends on colour 
and reflective nature of the surface 
Larger targets result in longer sensing 
distances 
Not suitable for dirty 
environments 
T 
R 
Transmitter / 
Receiver 
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Reed switch 
Interference from other 
magnetic fields must be 
avoided. 
If positioned in mid stroke, 
switching point will vary 
depending on direction of 
approach. 
Maximum current must be 
limited to avoid burning of the 
reed contacts. 
17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 90 / 91
Inductive magnetic sensor 
Inductive principle of operation - but 
only reacts to magnetic fields 
Interference from other magnetic 
fields must be avoided 
Solid state device - higher switching 
frequency - 1kHz 
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Sensor

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    Proximity sensors Optical– Through-beam Optical – Retro-reflective Optical - Diffuse Inductive Reed switch Inductive magnetic Capacitive Symbols Connection 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 1 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 2 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 3 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 4 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Targe t Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 5 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 6 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 8 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 9 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 10 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 11 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 12 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 13 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Through-beam) Targe t Type : Through-beam Transmitter Receiver Long sensing distance: up to 30 metres with some devices Will detect all but very transparent materials Must be accurately aligned 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 14 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 15 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T R Transmitter /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 16 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 17 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 18 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Target Optical sensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 19 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 20 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 21 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 22 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 23 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 24 / 91
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    Reflector (prismatic) Opticalsensors (Retro-reflective) Type : Retro reflective T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 25 / 91
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    Reflector Optical sensors(Retro-reflective) T R Type : Retro reflective Transmitter /Receiver Sensing distance : 1/2 to 1/3 of through-beam type (prismatic) Not suitable for reflective or transparent targets Target should be larger than the reflector 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 26 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Diffuse) Type : Diffuse 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 27 / 91
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    Target Optical sensors(Diffuse) Type : Diffuse T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 28 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Diffuse) Type : Diffuse T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 29 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Diffuse) Type : Diffuse T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 30 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Diffuse) Type : Diffuse T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 31 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Diffuse) Type : Diffuse T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 32 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Diffuse) Type : Diffuse T Transmitter R /Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 33 / 91
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    Optical sensors (Diffuse) Type : Diffuse Transmitter /Receiver T R Sensing distance: much less than reflex type, actual distance depends on colour and reflective nature of the surface Larger targets result in longer sensing distances Not suitable for dirty environments 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 34 / 91
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    Inductive sensors 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 35 / 91
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    Inductive sensors Highfrequency magnetic field (300 to 800 kHz) Active surface Resonant circuit coil LED indicator Connection cable 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 36 / 91
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    Inductive sensors Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal ON OFF Targ et 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 37 / 91
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    Inductive sensors ON OFF Target Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 38 / 91
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    Inductive sensors ON OFF Target Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 39 / 91
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    Inductive sensors ON OFF Target Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 40 / 91
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    Inductive sensors ON OFF Target Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 41 / 91
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    Inductive sensors ON OFF Target Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 42 / 91
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    Inductive sensors ON OFF Target Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 43 / 91
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    Inductive sensors ON OFF Target Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 44 / 91
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    Inductive sensors ON OFF Target Sensor Oscillation Amplitude Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 45 / 91
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    Inductive sensors Willdetect any conductive material Quoted distances are for mild steel Sensor performance can be affected by: • Temperature • Target material • Target dimensions 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 46 / 91
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    Reed switch 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 47 / 91
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    Reed switch GlassTube filled with nitrogen Reed contacts LED indicator 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 48 / 91
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    Reed switch 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 49 / 91
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    Reed switch 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 50 / 91
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    Reed switch 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 51 / 91
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    Reed switch 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 52 / 91
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    Reed switch 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 53 / 91
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    Reed switch 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 54 / 91
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    Reed switch 24v 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 55 / 91
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    Reed switch 24v 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 56 / 91
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    Reed switch Interferencefrom other magnetic fields must be avoided. If positioned in mid stroke, switching point will vary depending on direction of approach. Maximum current must be limited to avoid burning of the reed contacts. 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 57 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 58 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor Connection cable LED Indicator Resonant circuit coil High frequency magnetic field 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 59 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 60 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 61 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 62 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 63 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 64 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 65 / 91
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    Inductive magnetic sensor Inductive principle of operation - but only reacts to magnetic fields Interference from other magnetic fields must be avoided. Solid state device - higher switching frequency - 1kHz 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 66 / 91
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    Capacitive sensor 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 67 / 91
  • 67.
    Capacitive sensor Sensoris looking for a Electrostatic field change in capacitance in the active field Active surface Active electrode Earth electrode LED indicator Adjusting screw Connection cable 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 68 / 91
  • 68.
    Target Capacitive sensor 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 69 / 91
  • 69.
    Capacitive sensor 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 70 / 91
  • 70.
    Capacitive sensor 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 71 / 91
  • 71.
    Capacitive sensor 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 72 / 91
  • 72.
    Capacitive sensor Detectsany material denser than air (as long as there is enough of it) Can be adjusted for sensitivity Can be affected by dusty environments 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 73 / 91
  • 73.
    Capacitive sensor Sensoris adjusted so that it does not ‘see’ the wall of the vessel. 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 74 / 91
  • 74.
    Capacitive sensor Asthe level rises the fluid affects the sensor field. 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 75 / 91
  • 75.
    Capacitive sensor Untilthe sensor switches. 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 76 / 91
  • 76.
    Sensor symbols 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 77 / 91
  • 77.
    + 18 to30 Volts DC. 0 V Output Inductive Capacitive Optical Magnetic Ultrasonic Normally open Normally closed Sensor symbols 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 78 / 91
  • 78.
    + 18 to30 Volts DC. 0 V Sensor symbols Capacitive Sensor with Normally open function Output 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 79 / 91
  • 79.
    Sensor connection 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 80 / 91
  • 80.
    + 18 to30 Volts DC 0 V Output Sensor connection 24v DC 0v PNP Type • Output is Positive • Positive switching 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 81 / 91
  • 81.
    Sensor connection NPNType • Output switches through to 0v • Negative switching + 18 to 30 Volts DC 0 V Output 24v DC 0v 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 82 / 91
  • 82.
    Sensor connection 17.10.03© Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 83 / 91
  • 83.
    + 18 to30 Volts DC. 0 V Output Inductive Capacitive Optical Magnetic Ultrasonic Normally open Normally closed Sensor connection 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 84 / 91
  • 84.
    Inductive sensor Willdetect any conductive material Quoted distances are for mild steel Sensor performance can be affected by:- • Temperature • Target material • Target dimensions. Oscillation Amplitude ON OF F Targe t Sensor Sensor output signal 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 85 / 91
  • 85.
    Capacitive sensor Detectsany material denser than air. (as long as there is enough of it) Can be adjusted for sensitivity Can be affected by dusty environments 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 86 / 91
  • 86.
    Target Optical sensors Type: Through-beam Long sensing distance : up to 30 metres with some devices Will detect all but very transparent materials Must be accurately aligned Transmitter Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 87 / 91
  • 87.
    Optical sensors Type:Retro-reflective Sensing distance : 1/2 to 1/3 of through-beam Not suitable for reflective or transparent targets Target should be larger than the reflector T R Transmitter / Receiver Reflector (prismatic) type. 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 88 / 91
  • 88.
    Optical sensors Type: Diffuse Sensing distance : much less than reflex type, actual distance depends on colour and reflective nature of the surface Larger targets result in longer sensing distances Not suitable for dirty environments T R Transmitter / Receiver 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 89 / 91
  • 89.
    Reed switch Interferencefrom other magnetic fields must be avoided. If positioned in mid stroke, switching point will vary depending on direction of approach. Maximum current must be limited to avoid burning of the reed contacts. 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 90 / 91
  • 90.
    Inductive magnetic sensor Inductive principle of operation - but only reacts to magnetic fields Interference from other magnetic fields must be avoided Solid state device - higher switching frequency - 1kHz 17.10.03 © Festo Didactic – Training and Consulting Sensors No. 91 / 91

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