E2E NEXT DC 3-wire Best-in-Class Proximity Sensor
The NEXT generation in enhanced sensing
Although there are many different ways to make progress in sensing technology, we place a premium on three key areas of innovation: smarter sensors, longer sensing distances, and robust, IP-rated technology. Let’s take a look at each in turn.
1. We’re making our sensors smarter.
Did you know that sensors can now offer more data besides a simple ON/OFF reading? As we continue to expand our already broad sensing portfolio, we’re finding ways to incorporate IO-Link functionality so that users can access the data they need for real-time condition monitoring and better predictive maintenance.
IO-Link lets you pull more data from discrete sensors. If you’re using photoelectric sensors in a weld environment, you’ll be able to see when their light intensity dips below a certain level, indicating lens occlusion. IO-Link-enabled sensors utilize the same internal components as traditional sensors, so access to this additional information comes at no additional cost.
2. We’re offering longer sensing distances.
Long sensing distances are very important for maximizing uptime. When sensors are farther away from the targets, they’re less likely to get damaged. We’re always striving to achieve stable detection at industry-leasing sensing distances.
Having the option to increase sensing distances is also great for flexibility, since it enables the use of smaller form factor sensors for the same applications and helps address size and layout constraints. Our E2E NEXT proximity sensors, for example, have an exceptionally long sensing distance and are ideal for flexible manufacturing. (They also have IO-Link.)
3. We make sure our sensors are robust.
There’s a lot going on in a typical manufacturing environment, and there are lots of ways that sensors could get damaged. Corrosive chemicals of various types are common in food and beverage washdown environments, while automotive plants feature grease, dust, cutting oil, and weld slag. If any of these things can easily damage your sensors, that’s a big problem.
Fortunately, automation industry leaders like Omron are addressing this issue by designing sensors with high IP ratings that protect against dust and water ingress. Additionally, many Omron sensors are resistant to cutting oil, which is very important given that approximately 30% of unexpected component failures can be traced back to cutting oil.
Interested in learning more about Omron’s trends in sensor innovation?
Sensor Products
E2E Mini DC 3-wire Proximity Sensor
Small diameter proximity sensors for space constrained applications
E2E2 AC 2-wire Long Barrel Proximity Sensor
Proximity Sensor with Threaded Nickel Plated Brass Long Barrel Housing
E2E NEXT DC 2-wire Best-in-Class Proximity Sensor
DC 2-wire inductive proximity sensors that offer 1x and 3x sensing ranges
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