Belgium English Menu Search Object detection Magnetic proximity sensors Large-distance detection of magnetic fields Large sensing distance up to 60 mm Maintenance-free and robust Fast response time ensures reliable detection Open in product selector Share Product portfolio Your benefits Applications Technology Downloads You may also be interested in Your benefits Large sensing distance for protected installation with flexibility Sensing distance up to 60 mm Detection of magnetic fields also through metal walls Very robust and long service times Non-contact sensing technology No moving parts - maintenance- and wear-free Resistant to dirt Reliable even in high-dynamic processes Switching frequencies up to 5 kHz Applications Monitoring final positions of telescopic outriggers Safe detection impervious to humidity and dirt Optionally available with full-metal sensor and/or magnetic encapsulation for improved protection Versatile application possibilities thanks to extended sensing distance Stroke limitation in hydraulic cylinders The piston-carried permanent magnet is detected from the outside of the cylinder wall Dependable piston feedback unaffected by other metal components Substantially eased maintenance since the sensor is mounted outside of the closed high-pressure system Liquid level detection using a float carried magnet Non-invasive monitoring through tank wall without direct media contact and contamination by the sensor Level detection unaffected by foam and soiling Quick and easy sensor installation by cable ties Technology Magnetic proximity sensors The magneto-resistive element is made of a special material which only reacts to magnetic fields, for example a permanent magnet, and provides a digital signal at the output. Detecting even very weak magnetic fields, the magneto-resistive element is approximately ten times more sensitive than a Hall element which enables a large switching distance. Magnetic proximity switches are omni-polar, meaning both North and South pole are being detected. Downloads show all Brochures / Catalogs You may also be interested in Accessories sensors Accessories object / distance / 2D/3D sensors Inductive proximity switches Object detection Hall and speed sensors Rotary encoders / angle sensors This is Baumer Company Working at Baumer Locations Suppliers Certificates Products & Solutions Product Overview Solutions Know-How Repair & Claim Management Stay Informed News News & Press Newsletter Baumer SA/NV Nijverheidsstraat 13 2260 Westerlo, Belgium +32 14 57462 0 sales.be@baumer.com Legal information Privacy Terms and Conditions Cookie Settings Copyright © Baumer 2021