First-class electrical accessories to save time and costs. Balluff's extensive range enable the easy integration of the sensor into your automation systems and ensure reliable operations. Your benefits Optimum equipment Easy handling Exact positioning of sensors High machine availability Wide product range for practically all applications

Balluff’s industrial RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) systems offer data tracking and error proofing solutions for asset tracking, machine tool, flexible assembly, factory automation, warehousing, logistics, and distribution tracking.

With over 25 years of experience providing industrial RFID solutions, we will help you minimize loss and expense from error-prone operations and maximize quality operations and material flow. In addition, the BIS series of RFID offers maximum application flexibility using a variety of components including data carriers, metal and plastic processor housings, and read/write heads to data carrier combinations.

For non-contact detection of metallic targets at ranges generally under 50mm (2 inches). Inductive proximity sensors emit an alternating electro-magnetic sensing field. When a metal target enters the sensing field, eddy currents are induced in the target, reducing the signal amplitude and triggering a change of state at the sensor output.

Advantages of Balluff Inductive Proximity Sensors include: ignores water, oil, dirt, and non-metallic particles, insensitive to target color or target surface finish, short-circuit resistant, and withstands high shock and vibration environments.

The monitoring of hydraulic, pneumatic, vacuum and various machine gas and liquid pressures is extremely critical in today’s automation processes. Balluff’s pressure sensors exceed the demands of your applications from the ease and flexibility of installation through the simple configuration of the outputs even under the most demanding conditions. Balluff’s attention to quality, superior sensor design, and performance means better reliability, less down time and higher productivity

Ideal for applications involving relatively short travel of metal targets, Balluff analog inductive sensors provide precision non-contact position measurement in an affordable family of compact housings.  Analog inductive sensors are simple three-wire devices that operate on 24V DC.

They provide an electrical output signal that varies linearly in proportion to the position of a metal target within their working range.  The analog output signal is available in either voltage or current.

Utilizing a widely accepted and open point to point technology, IO-Link, a Distributed Modular I/O system is fieldbus independent, is easily configured and is vendor neutral. Process data shows up as simple packets of bytes in the controller for easy integration. The parameterization data allows the devices to be quickly configured using simple read/write commands, and best of all, there is no “sub-bus” to cause headaches, nor is there some new protocol to be educated on.

The digital signal is carried over pin 4 of a standard cable and 24V power is provided to the device in a standard configuration. If required, the IO-Link port can be used for a standard I/O point. A damaged sensors such as a photoelectric switch can be replaced and its setttings automatically loaded to the new switch or multiple settings on a switch can be changed for different parts.

Balluff supplies a wide variety of mounting and sensor protection accessories designed to decrease installation costs, prolong sensor life expectancy, reduce unplanned downtime, and increase the overall performance and utility of our sensors. Balluff mounting hardware accomodates a wide variety of inductive and photoelectric sensors. These handy accessories are geared toward extending sensor performance in harsh industrial conditions involving chemical attack, debris accumulation, shock/vibration/impact, and high temperatures.

The main application area of Balluff vision sensors is the field of error and quality checks. Their versatility gives rise to a range of tools to enable the best possible monitoring of production processes.

Balluff's extensive range of vision sensors allow you to select the right vision sensor type for your needs providing the easiest and most cost-effective solution for your application. Additional benefits of the Balluff vision sensors include, productive and economical checks and easy and short setup times thanks to quick, 3-step installation and configuration process.

Photoelectric sensors provide non-contact accurate detection of targets. They emit infrared, red or laser light and the target breaks the light beam or reflects the beam back to the sensor to activate the sensor output. Photoelectric sensing modes are divided into three primary types, those being through-beam, retro-reflective and diffuse.

Photoelectric sensors can check for presence, color, distance, size, shape, and many more targets attributes. They can perform these functions at longer distances than other sensing methods while providing numerous mounting options and flexibility.

Applications for the Balluff Photoelectric Sensors include: parts detection, parts counting, color verification, clear and transparent detection, measuring, and detecting marks.

Balluff technology has proved itself successful in level detection for many sectors, including in the pharmaceutical, food and drinks industries, in semiconductor and refrigeration technology and in wind turbines. This is because their high-quality sensors and systems, based on a variety of operating principles, open up a diverse range of applications. Balluff is able to provide optimal solutions for individual requirements thanks to its wide product range.

Distance measuring photoelectric sensors typically provide a dynamic continuous analog output signal, in some cases a digital output can be activated as well, that relates to object position. These sensors emit either a visible red or laser light that reflects back to the sensor. Some models utilize triangulation based on the angle of the light reflected on the sensor receiver from the target yo determine the distance to the target. Longer-range models use time of flight which measures the time it takes a pulsed light from the emitter to return to the receiver sensor after it is reflected off the target. Time of flight sensors offer longer ranges, up to 6 meters, whereas the triangulation method offers higher resolution, as low as 20 micrometers.

Applications of the Balluff Photoelectric Distance Sensors include: contour checking, profile verification, thickness measuring, diameter measuring, loop control, and fill levels.

Modern-day automation places demands on the efficiency of each and every system. Balluff power supplies are designed by Balluff with control products in mind, so you can be sure they will integrate perfectly with your control suite.

Benefits of Balluff Power Supplies include: single and three phase supports manufacturing needs for power; offer clean and accurate power for the most demanding equipment, intelligent power supplies with the HeartBeat™ technology give reliable feedback on the real time and long term status of the supply, and machine mount IP67 power supplies is a fully potted power supply that can be installed virtually anywhere in an industrial manufacturing environment and provide efficient / reliable power.

Capacitive sensors detect most objects and the fill level of non-conductive materials, liquids, pellets, and powders directly or through a non-metallic container wall.

Benefits of the Balluff Capactive Sensors include: non-contact, wear-free, bounce-free output signal, and detects objects regardless of material, color or texture, hidden or inaccessible.

Balluff‘s range of cables provide a high level of reliability and confidence, enabling accurate and repeatable connection from IP65 to IP69K.

Balluff Micropulse® linear position sensors have achieved a worldwide reputation for accuracy, stability, and rock-solid reliability. Micropulse sensors are designed from the ground up to exceed expectations in demanding industrial environments.

Benefits of the Balluff Micropulse Linear Position Sensors include: non-contact magnetostrictive technology, wear-free operation means no performance degradation over time, high accuracy and repeatability, rugged construction is resistant to shock, vibration and electrical interference, housing styles optimized for diverse applications, wide variety of electrical interfaces compatible with most popular control systems, measuring lengths from 1" to 300", absolute operation:  no re-homing necessary, even after power interruption, and industry-leading 5-day standard delivery; next-day and same-day expedited delivery available.

The compact SmartSens magneto-inductive position sensor is for the linear, contact-free position detection of a magnetic target.

Benefits of the Balluff Magneto-Inductive Position Sensors include: absolute, position-dependent analogue signal, and easy to integrate anywhere, even in extremely small spaces.

Applications of the Balluff Magneto-Inductive Position Sensors include: Detection of piston position on pneumatic and hydraulic grippers and cylinders Monitoring of machine movement even through housing walls/protective covers

Today’s pneumatic cylinders are compact, reliable, and cost-effective prime movers for automated equipment. Unfortunately, they are often provided with unreliable reed or Hall Effect switches that fail well before the service life of the cylinder itself is expended. Balluff’s magnetic field cylinder sensors are based on non-contact, solid-state sensor technology that is compatible with both reed and Hall Effect magnetic pole orientations, making them the ideal replacement for standard magnetic switches.

Electrically rugged, they feature short circuit protection, overload protection, and reverse polarity protection. Balluff's magnetic field sensors will work with magnetic strengths as low as 15 Gauss unlike the reed and Hall Effect sensors that require Gauss ratings two times higher or even more. This means that as the magnet weakens from time, heat, and other factors, the Balluff sensor will continue to perform reliably.

In machines and equipment there are many instances where using a wired and cabled connection is difficult or unreliable. Whether it is a rotating table, moving pallet, punches & presses, or a robot’s end of arm tooling, connections need to be made. Balluff offers a tried and true non-contact connection solution for these hard to solve applications that transmit power and communication for sensors, valves, and other outputs.

In comparison with inductive sensors of the same size, magnetic sensors offer a higher switching distance. Non-ferrous metal and aluminum walls do not impair their switching behavior. These sensors are not sensitive to vibration and can be mounted at the front or side. The magnet is installed flush in steel and the sensors feature both north- and south-pole detection.

Our range of magnetic sensors have the ideal sensor for every single cylinder type. Their main task area is the detection of piston positions for pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders.

Benefits of the Balluff Tubular Magnetic Field Sensors include: universal use, extremely accurate and reliable switching behavior, long service life thanks to no-contact, wear-free function, and space-saving installation thanks to a small design.

Balluff multiple interface blocks allow multiple sensors and actuator signals to be easily routed back to a control system. These fully potted blocks with metal threaded ports carry high shock and vibration ratings and are well-suited for extrememe environments that require robust  IP67 solution for a wet environment.

Whether your application is position detection, distance measurement, or the detection of solid, powder, or liquid media: BUS ultrasonic sensors are precise all-around performers. They remain high-performance independent of color, transparency, and surface properties. Even poor lighting conditions and dark, transparent, or highly reflective objects pose no problem.

Ultrasonic sensors show their true strength when long operating ranges with high accuracy are needed. In dusty, humid, and hazy environments, they are sometimes the only alternative. Even in the case of heavy debris, BUS sensors have proven themselves.

In addition, an analog ultrasonic sensor can take on the function of a second sensor. One or two switching points can be used as required. Work can be purely analog or analog with two switching points. This provides more flexibility, greater efficiency, and increases the reliability of the application.

Benefits of a Balluff Ultrasonic Sensor include: Extra reliability and lower costs and select models also include hysteresis & window function, synchronization function, variable slope, and remote teach-in.

High-precision, fast measuring systems with a magnetically coded linear or rotary measurement body - for precise positioning in extremely dynamic applications.

Benefits of the Magnetic Linear / Rotary Encoder Systems include: contact-free, high-resolution, and dirt resistant.

Applications of the Magnetic Linear / Rotary Encoder Systems include: monitoring of slide position in electrical/pneumatic linear drives, speed and position detection on axes and rotary drives, and positioning of machining units (e.g. laser or water jet cutting).

Mechanical sensors are used for positioning and limit switch tasks on machine tools and presses, robots, assembly and conveying equipment, and in machine and plant construction. For decades, they have proven their worth as the traditional strongmen of automation.

Benefits of the Balluff Mechanical Sensors include: reliablity and robustness even in harsh environments, and flawless function in the face of vibrations, shocks, rapid temperature fluctuations, aggressive cooling lubricants, and heavy chip accumulation.

The BIP inductive positioning system is a precise measuring system for detecting the position of metallic objects. Its main application area is the linear position monitoring of drive spindles for tools and workpieces. Properties Absolute measuring principle, multiple measuring ranges, teachable High repeat accuracy and precision Optimum linearity and low temperature drift Optimized housing design for clamping distance monitoring Distance-proportional IO-Link output signal Standard output of 0...10 V

The precise position control and continuous positioning of rotational movements are critical in many applications. Balluff inclination sensors measure the deviation on a horizonal axis of up to 360°. Balluff inclination sensors can operate in temperatures down to – 40 °C and require very little space for mounting.

Benefits of the Balluff Inclinometer include: high precision over 360°, non-contact absolute measuring principle, high repeat accuracy and precision, low temperature drift, compact, robust metal housing, high accuracy of 0.1° for precisely controlling processes, and extended temperature range of – 40 to +85 °C is suitable for outdoor applications.