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We provide engineering selection and supply of Baumer precision sensors, rotary encoders and process instrumentation for automated production lines and industrial machinery.
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Baumer OptoPulse EIL580 and EIL580P optical incremental encoders offer industrial reliability in standard 58 mm housings. Available with solid clamping shafts from 6 to 10 mm and hollow shafts up to 15 mm. Precision optical sensing delivers 100 to 5000 ppr.
Programmable EIL580P versions allow configuring HTL/TTL output levels and pulse rates.
For selection: shaft diameter, flange type, pulse count and output signal.
Baumer EAL580, EAM580 and GIM500 absolute encoders provide instant shaft position feedback at power-on without homing cycles. Combining optical precision and rugged MAGRES magnetic technology, singleturn resolution reaches 18 bits, with multiturn tracking to 32 bits total.
Interfaces include SSI, CANopen, Profinet IO, EtherCAT and IO-Link.
For selection: singleturn or multiturn, interface protocol and shaft fitting.
Baumer Hübner Berlin HeavyDuty encoders HOG 10, HOG 11, HOG 71 and POG 10 are built for steelworks, mining and port cranes. Rugged cast enclosures absorb shocks up to 300 g and vibrations to 30 g. Double insulated bearings stop inductive motor shaft currents.
Redundant TwinEnc options feature dual optical scanning channels.
For selection: HOG/POG series, hollow shaft diameter or flange, HTL/TTL signal.
Baumer IFRM, IFFM and IFRR inductive sensors provide non-contact metallic part detection across machines and transfer lines. Cylindrical housings range from miniature M4 and M5 to standard M8, M12, M18 and M30 diameters. Stainless steel and brass bodies resist industrial coolants.
IWRM models provide linear 4–20 mA analog distance outputs.
For selection: thread size, sensing distance, PNP/NPN output configuration.
Baumer O300 and O500 photoelectric sensors deliver reliable part detection in packaging, handling and assembly automation. Patented smartReflect technology operates without separate reflectors by referencing machine structures.
PinPoint laser models ensure accurate edge detection of tiny electronic parts. Fast teach-in uses qTarget buttons or IO-Link.
For selection: diffuse or retro-reflective mode, sensing range, laser or LED.
Baumer CleverLevel LBFS and LFFS limit level switches detect interface boundaries in fluids, foams, pastes and bulk powders using dielectric frequency shift. The smooth sensor tip prevents sticky product build-up and endures CIP and SIP cleaning up to 150 °C.
Hygienic 316L stainless steel meets strict food and pharmaceutical standards.
For selection: medium type, standard threaded or hygienic process connection.
Baumer PBMN, PBMX and PP20H pressure transmitters measure line pressure in fluid, gas and steam installations. Fully welded measuring cells without internal elastomer seals resist hydraulic surges and pressure spikes up to 1600 bar.
Transmitters provide standard 4–20 mA analog outputs, HART communication or digital IO-Link integration.
For selection: pressure range, process connection thread, output signal.
Baumer IVO manufactures electronic and electromechanical pulse counters, elapsed time meters, tachometers and position indicators. NE130, NE210 and B 160 units track piece quantities, material lengths and spindle speeds on automated lines.
Self-powered mechanical revolution and stroke counters mount directly on presses and winding machines.
For selection: digit count, operating voltage, mechanical or electronic type.
Baumer CombiTemp TFRH sensors and TE2 transmitters provide precision process temperature control across hygienic piping systems. Pt100 platinum elements deliver long-term calibration stability from -50 to +250 °C.
Replaceable measuring inserts allow calibration without interrupting ongoing process flow or draining lines.
For selection: immersion length, thermowell thread, 4–20 mA signal output.
Baumer OM70 and OM20 laser distance sensors use optical triangulation and Time-of-Flight methods for non-contact gauging. The devices inspect shaft runout, slide motion and sheet thickness with sub-micron precision.
PosCon profile sensors measure web widths, gaps and seam positions directly without external vision PCs.
For selection: measurement range, required accuracy, analog or IO-Link.
Baumer CX, EX and LX digital cameras are engineered for automated machine vision inspection, robotic sorting and surface quality analysis. High-sensitivity Sony Pregius CMOS sensors with Global Shutter capture crisp, unblurred images of rapid motion.
High-speed raw frames stream over GigE Vision and USB3 Vision in 29x29 mm housings.
For selection: sensor resolution, GigE/USB3 interface, monochrome or color.
Baumer FlexFlow PF20H calorimetric flow meters combine fluid velocity and temperature measurement in a single probe without moving parts. CombiLyz AFI4 and AFI5 toroidal inductive conductivity meters control cleaning concentration and phase changes in automated CIP installations.
Robust PEEK wetted parts withstand aggressive chemicals.
For selection: flow rate, conductivity range, pipe connection diameter.
Sensor or encoder model, measurement range, shaft or thread mounting dimensions, operating voltage, electrical output signal and digital communication protocol.
Precise product designation, part number and requested quantity. High-resolution nameplate photos assist in matching custom factory calibrations and connection pinouts.
The Swiss Baumer Group is an internationally acknowledged manufacturer of sensor solutions, rotary encoders, angle transmitters and factory automation components. Established in 1952, the group operates research and manufacturing facilities across Switzerland, Germany, France and global hubs.
Baumer encompasses specialized brands including Baumer Hübner Berlin, Baumer Thalheim and Baumer IVO, delivering robust performance in metal processing, packaging, drive engineering, printing and pharmaceuticals.
Baumer motion control instruments solve angular feedback tasks across all industrial applications. Optical incremental encoders OptoPulse EIL580 deliver resolutions up to 5000 ppr with exceptional signal stability.
Absolute singleturn and multiturn encoders EAL580 and EAM580 provide instant true position tracking without homing sequences after power interruption. Supported communication standards include SSI, CANopen, Profinet IO, EtherCAT and field-configurable IO-Link interfaces.
Baumer Hübner Berlin designs rugged encoders engineered specifically for severe environments. HOG 10, HOG 11, HOG 71 and POG 10 units feature robust cast metal housings capable of absorbing 300 g mechanical shock loads.
Double insulated bearings prevent premature bearing failure caused by electrical shaft currents on high-power inverter-driven electric motors. Redundant TwinEnc optical heads guarantee operational safety on container port cranes and steel mill roller tables.
For discrete automation and machine safety, Baumer provides an extensive array of cylindrical inductive sensors IFRM and IFFM spanning M4 to M30 thread sizes.
Photoelectric sensors O300 and O500 featuring smartReflect technology detect shiny, dark or transparent items without requiring a secondary optical reflector.
Fine laser sensors with PinPoint light beams ensure sub-micron accuracy when detecting miniature electronic components and narrow sheet edges.
Baumer process sensors feature universal CleverLevel LBFS and LFFS point level switches that remain impervious to dense paste coatings and fluid foam. PBMN and PP20H pressure transmitters with all-welded stainless diaphragms withstand severe pressure spikes up to 1600 bar.
Calorimetric FlexFlow flow meters monitor fluid velocity and media temperature simultaneously, while CombiLyz inductive conductivity meters manage CIP caustic washing concentration.
Optical laser distance sensors OM70 and PosCon profile sensors perform non-contact thickness, runout and edge gap inspection without requiring complex vision PCs.
Baumer CX, EX and LX industrial digital cameras featuring Sony Pregius CMOS global shutter sensors provide high-speed uncompressed image acquisition over GigE Vision and USB3 Vision interfaces for robotic sorting and quality inspection.
Many global factories operate legacy Baumer, IVO, Thalheim or Hübner tachometers and sensors deployed decades ago.
When original part numbers reach end-of-life status, our engineering team selects current drop-in replacements matching identical mechanical mounting flanges, pin configurations and electrical interfaces, thereby eliminating unnecessary line downtime and costly cabinet redesigns.
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