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AlphaProx inductive sensors

AlphaProx inductive sensors

Product catalog summary

Overview
AlphaProx inductive sensors by Baumer are designed for precise distance measurement down to the micrometer scale. These sensors are compact, robust, and integrate signal processing, offering a high price-performance ratio.

Key Features

Compact and robust design with integrated signal processing.
High precision with measurements down to the nanometer scale.
Large measuring ranges in small housings.
High process reliability with temperature stability and EMC performance.
Adjustable sensors with user-friendly operation.
Comprehensive documentation for easy installation.
Wide range of designs including cylindrical and cubic forms.
Factor 1 technology for large sensing distances on non-ferrous metals.

Measurement Accuracy
The sensors feature a patented coil element and Baumer ASIC for accuracy down to the nanometer scale. Factory calibration ensures minimal deviation and a linear output curve.

Adjustment and Integration

Integrated microcontroller allows easy application-specific adjustments via teach function.
Innovative teach-in functions for fine-tuning and offset compensation.
Linear and non-linearized sensors for easy PLC integration.

High-Resolution Systems

Resolutions as small as 4 nm with high measuring speed.
Cost-effective alternative to eddy-current sensors.
Fully integrated signal processing for easy installation.

Installation and Accessories

Fast and flexible installation with Sensofix mounting kits.
Easy setup with Baumer Teach-In adapter and test unit.

Applications

Direct paths and position feedback.
Distance and displacement measurements.
Indirect force measurement and deflections.
Angular and vibration measurements.

Comparison with Other Sensors

Offers high precision at low cost compared to eddy-current sensors.
Contactless measurement principle for easy installation.
Insensitive to environmental changes, unlike capacitive sensors.
Higher reliability and lower maintenance than optical sensors.

Product Portfolio
The AlphaProx portfolio includes a variety of designs and specifications, catering to different applications and requirements, such as high sensitivity, high resolution, and factor 1 sensors.

Contact Information
For more information, visit Baumer's website or contact their international sales team.

Catalog excerpts

AlphaProx inductive sensors Measure distances accurate to a micrometer.

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AlphaProx sensors simply offer more AlphaProx by Baumer is a flexible platform for inductive distance-measuring sensors, with fully integrated signal processing and a very good price-performance ratio. 10 good reasons for choosing AlphaProx sensors extremely robust sensors with fully integrated signal processing Maximum precision down to the nanometer scale Large measuring ranges even in small housings (miniature sensors) Low deviation from sensor to sensor and excellent repeat accuracy High process reliability thanks to high temperature stability and excellent EMC performance good price-performance...

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The AlphaProx portfolio – the right solution for every application. Innovative teach-in possibilities teach-in functions for fine-tuning the sensors of installation tolerances (offset compensation) Individual adjustment of the measuring range Additional configurable digital output for setting limit values Linear and non-linearized sensors sensitivity over the entire measuring range and cost-efficient integration in the PLC without additional costs or extensive programming effort Negligible deviation from sensor to sensor thanks to the end-of-line factory calibration allows for the installation...

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High sensitivity sensors for measuring the smallest changes in position of deformations in the micrometer range – small deviations in position create large output changes Perfectly suited for indirect, contactless force measurement Compatible with standard 8-bit PLC input modules Cost-effective alternative to strain gauges and eddy current sensors Miniaturization and short sensor designs selection of miniature sensors for maximum performance in limited space conditions Signal processing electronics fully integrated in the sensor Cylindrical and rectangular sensors in the sizes 4, 5, 6, 8 mm available...

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Wide variety of possible applications for AlphaProx sensors. Direct paths/position feedback Indirect, specific measurements Distance measurements/ Displacements (axial position) Indirect force measurement/ deflections Lateral position measurements using wedge/cone shapes (lateral position) Angular measurement (using a eccentric) Lateral position measurement at a constant distance Measurements of vibrations and radial run-out of joints Significantly better – inductive distance measurement with AlphaProx Sensor principle Advantages of AlphaProx (on metal objects up to 40 mm) Eddy-current sensors...

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AlphaProx – A powerful portfolio Product family Max. measuring range Resolution High sensitivity High resolution High pressure Find your local partner: www.baumer.com/worldwide Baumer Group International Sales P.O. Box · Hummelstrasse 17 · CH-8501 Frauenfeld Phone +41 (0)52 728 1122 · Fax +41 (0)52 728 1144 [email protected] · www.baumer.com

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