1. End-of-Stroke Detection on Pneumatic Cylinders in Packaging Machinery
In an automated carton erecting machine, small pneumatic cylinders fold and seal cardboard flaps. It is critical to confirm each cylinder has fully extended or retracted before the next sequence. A T-slot magnetic cylinder sensor must be precisely positioned to detect the piston's magnet at the end of its travel.
Problem SolvedThe BEF-KHZ-RT-16 bracket provides a stable, non-slip mounting point for a T-slot sensor on the 16 mm round body cylinder, which lacks integrated mounting slots. This ensures the sensor remains correctly positioned despite machine vibration, preventing missed detections and costly machine stoppages.
Pneumatic CylinderPosition SensingEnd-of-Stroke DetectionPackaging AutomationCarton ErectorT-Slot Sensor Mounting
2. Open/Closed State Confirmation for Pneumatic Grippers in Robotics
A robotic arm uses a compact pneumatic gripper with a 16 mm round body actuator to handle electronic components. The control system requires reliable feedback to confirm if the gripper is open or closed. Two T-slot sensors are needed, one at each end of the actuator's stroke.
Problem SolvedThe gripper's small, round actuator body has no native mounting features. This bracket's secure strap allows two units to be mounted on the small cylinder, enabling precise positioning of both the 'open' and 'closed' state sensors without interference, ensuring accurate gripper state feedback for the robot controller.
Robotic GripperPneumatic ActuatorCylinder SensorEnd-EffectorAssembly AutomationPosition Feedback
3. Workpiece Clamping Verification in CNC Machining Fixtures
A custom fixture on a CNC milling machine uses several small, 16 mm diameter pneumatic cylinders to clamp a workpiece. The machine controller must verify that all clamps are engaged before starting the spindle to prevent tool crashes or scrapped parts.
Problem SolvedThis bracket allows T-slot sensors to be securely attached to the clamping cylinders in a tight space. Its plastic and aluminum construction withstands the harsh environment, ensuring the sensors provide a reliable 'clamped' signal to the CNC controller, which enhances machine safety and process reliability.
CNC MachiningWorkholding FixturePneumatic ClampingProcess VerificationMachine SafetyRound Body Cylinder
