What is the first thing that comes to mind if someone says “proximity sensor?” My guess is the inductive sensor, and justly so because it is the most used sensor in automation today.

When choosing what sensor to use in different applications, it is important to first look at how they operate. Capacitive sensors generate an electrical field that can detect various liquids or other materials, such as glass, wood, paper, ceramic, and more at a close. 

FLORENCE, KY—Balluff has just released its new object-detection sensor catalog. With more than 1,000 pages and new products, this new catalog contains Balluff’s complete sensor line, including photoelectric, inductive, capacitive, and magnetic cylinder sensors, along with accessories and cables.