Photo Electric Sensor

A photoelectric sensor is a type of sensor that uses light to detect the presence or absence of an object. It consists of a light source, a sensor, and electronics that process the signal received by the sensor. Photoelectric sensors can be categorized into several types, including through-beam sensors, retro-reflective sensors, and diffuse reflection sensors. Through-beam sensors consist of a separate emitter and receiver, with the emitter projecting a beam of light towards the receiver. Retro-reflective sensors use a reflector to bounce the emitted light back to the sensor. Diffuse reflection sensors use the reflection of light from the object itself to detect the presence or absence of the object. Photoelectric sensors are used in a wide range of applications, including industrial automation, packaging and assembly, and robotics. They can be customized to suit specific requirements and can vary in size, sensing range, and sensing technology, depending on the application.