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Industrial Sensors for Detection, Mark Reading and Distance

Photoelectric, inductive proximity, ultrasonic, fibre optic and laser sensors, plus colour mark, label, fork and PET bottle detection sensors for packing and machine lines. Send the sensor model or your application for price and availability.

  • Photoelectric and inductive
  • Mark, label and fork
  • Laser and ultrasonic
  • Pan-India shipping
Industrial Sensors for Detection, Mark Reading and Distance

Industrial Sensors from Chennai

EKA CNC supplies industrial sensors from Chennai. Industrial sensors detect events or changes in a machine or process and give a corresponding output signal. These sensors can sense physical input such as gas, image, humidity, position, pressure, force, level, flow, motion, and temperature. They respond by producing an output on a display or show the information in electronic form for further processing. This page covers photoelectric and reflective sensors, colour, print and eye mark sensors, label and fork sensors, PET bottle detection sensors, inductive proximity sensors, ultrasonic, fibre optic and laser sensors, and distance measurement sensors.

Industrial Sensor Models

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Industrial Sensors Available from EKA CNC

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Industrial Sensors

Colour Mark Sensor

Specifications Surface Treatment Color Coated Reaction Time 0.5ms Scanning Range 700-1000 mm Power Supply DC 10-30 V

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Eye Mark Sensor

Specifications Voltage DC 10-30 V Connector Cable 2-4 m Working Temperature -25 Degree C ~ +70 Degree C Frequency 40-50 Hz

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Fork Sensor

Specifications Material Aluminium IP Rating IP 65 DC Voltage 18-24 V Operating Temperature Range -20 Degree C to +70 Degree C

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Inductive Sensor

Specifications Material Stainless Steel Supply Voltage DC 10-30 V IP Rating IP67 Operating Temperature Range -25~70 Degree C

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Label Sensor

This sensor is installed in various machines and devices for sensing applications.

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Laser Sensors

Specifications Maximum Current Consumption 35mA Maximum Operation Distance 16-50 m Sensing Range 0 to 50m Response Time 333 mu s IP Protection IP67

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Ultrasonic Sensors

Specifications Brand Leuze Sensing Distance 3mm Frequency 24-40 Hz No of Pin 4 DC Voltage 12-20 V Power Source Electric

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Buyer guide

Which Sensor Suits Your Application?

Sensor type Detects Good for
Inductive proximity Metal targets at short range Machine positions, cams, gear teeth, cylinder ends
Photoelectric (through-beam, retro-reflective, diffuse) Almost any object, at longer range Conveyors, part presence, counting
Colour, print or eye mark Contrast or colour of a printed mark Registration on packing film and wrappers
Label and fork sensors Gap between labels on a backing web Labelling machines
Ultrasonic Objects by sound echo Transparent bottles, liquids, dusty areas
Fibre optic Small objects in tight spaces Small parts, hot or confined spots
Laser and distance Precise position or distance Measurement, small or distant targets

Checks Before Replacing a Sensor

  • Output type: NPN or PNP transistor, relay, or analogue. A PNP sensor will not work on an input card wired for NPN without changes.
  • Normally open or normally closed: must match the existing logic.
  • Supply voltage: most are 10–30 V DC; check for AC types.
  • Sensing range and housing: M8, M12, M18, M30 or rectangular body, and the mounting space.
  • Connection: fixed cable or M8/M12 connector.
  • Flush or non-flush (inductive): flush types can be mounted level with metal; non-flush types sense further but need clear space around the face.

Many sensor faults are actually dirty lenses, misaligned reflectors, loose brackets or damaged cables, so check these before ordering a new sensor.

Faster quotations

What to Include in Your Enquiry

Send what you have. If a detail is unknown, say so and we will help identify it from a photo or the machine documentation.

  • Sensor brand and model number from the body or cable
  • Sensor type and sensing range
  • Output: NPN, PNP, relay or analogue; NO or NC
  • Supply voltage and connection (cable or M8/M12)
  • What you need to detect (material, colour, size, speed)
  • Quantity and delivery location

Buyer questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between NPN and PNP sensors?

Both are DC transistor outputs. A PNP sensor switches the positive supply to the load and is common with most PLCs in India and Europe. An NPN sensor switches the load to 0 V and is common with Japanese-style input cards. The replacement must match the existing output type, or the PLC input wiring must be changed.

Which sensor should I use to detect transparent PET bottles?

Clear bottles are hard for ordinary diffuse photoelectric sensors. Use a sensor designed for transparent objects, such as a retro-reflective sensor with a polarising filter tuned for clear materials, or an ultrasonic sensor that detects by sound rather than light. This page includes a PET bottle detection sensor; send your bottle size and line speed to confirm the right model.

How does a colour mark or eye mark sensor work?

It shines light onto the printed web and reads the contrast or colour between the mark and the background. When the mark passes, the output switches, and the packing machine uses that signal to cut or seal in register. Settings are taught on the sensor. Fast lines need a sensor with a short response time.

What is a fork sensor used for?

A fork sensor has the emitter and receiver in one U-shaped housing, so no alignment is needed. It is used to detect labels on a backing web, small parts and edges passing through the slot. Ultrasonic or capacitive fork sensors can also detect clear labels that optical sensors miss.

Can you supply a replacement for a sensor from another brand?

Usually yes, if we know the type, sensing range, output, supply voltage, housing size and connection. Send the old sensor's model and a photo. We will suggest an equivalent from the range we supply or try to source the original through our find a part service.

Why does my photoelectric sensor switch falsely?

Common causes are a dirty lens or reflector, a shiny background reflecting light back, strong ambient light, vibration moving the bracket, or a sensitivity setting that is too high. Clean the optics, re-align the sensor, reduce sensitivity and, for shiny targets, consider a polarised retro-reflective or background-suppression sensor.

How do I get a quote?

Send the sensor model numbers or your application details with quantities through our request a quote form, by email to contact@ekacnc.com or by phone. If the label is worn, send a photo of the sensor and its connector. We will reply with the matching model, price and availability.

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