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Technical guides, application notes, and industry insights to help you select the right sensors for your automation projects.
NPN vs PNP Sensor: How to Identify the Output Type
NPN sinks current to 0 V, PNP sources it from +V. Read the model code, confirm the three-wire convention, meter the signal wire - then match your PLC input card before ordering.
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Sensor Selection Guide: How to Find the Best Fit for Your Application
Target material, mounting style, detection distance and environment decide which sensor survives on your line. A four-step walkthrough from spec sheet to part number.
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Capacitive Sensor Application Guide: What Materials and Distances It Covers
Capacitive sensors detect conductors and dielectric bodies alike - plastic, glass, granules, liquids. Where they beat inductive sensors, and the distance ranges you can expect from each family.
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Which Devices Use Analog-Output Sensors, and How Do You Interface with Them?
4-20 mA current loops, 0-5 V and 0-10 V voltage outputs each have a load rule and a wiring habit. Where proportional displacement sensing earns its keep, and how to connect it without noise.
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