1. High-Speed Gear Tooth Counting
Utilizes the precise 5mm slot width and fast response time of the photomicro sensor to detect gear teeth as they pass through the beam in fast-moving machinery.
Problem SolvedEliminates counting errors in high-speed rotary equipment by providing a fast, non-contact detection mechanism with a rapid 100µs Dark-ON response time.
Dark-ON100µs response timeNPN open collector5mm slot width
2. Automated Conveyor Part Detection
Implemented along compact conveyor lines to verify the presence of opaque parts interrupting the infrared beam, triggering subsequent automated sorting steps.
Problem SolvedOvercomes space constraints on densely packed assembly lines due to the sensor's ultra-thin 4.6mm depth while operating reliably on standard 24 VDC industrial power.
4.6mm depthGaAs infrared LED24 VDCThrough-beam
3. Semiconductor Wafer Carrier Positioning
Integrates into robotic handlers to ensure precise alignment and seating of wafer carriers by detecting physical flags on the carrier framework.
Problem SolvedPrevents misalignment and damage in delicate handling equipment, utilizing the dual-sided indicator for easy visual confirmation and reliable NPN signaling.
Dual-sided indicatorIP60NPN outputPhotomicro sensor