Precision on shiny surfaces: reliable detection of black markings

Industrial conveyor system with a shiny copper metal belt. A sensor mounted above the belt scans a small black mark on the edge of the copper belt.

Detecting black markings on shiny copper or brass is a challenge for many sensors. This article shows how the compact YM24 contrast sensor reliably detects even manual markings on reflective metal strips thanks to its long range and high switching frequency – while offering maximum flexibility in terms of vibrations and tight installation space.

How can I reliably align transparent tubes?

P1PW contrast sensor from wenglor detects contrast markings on transparent objects.

Aligning transparent or lightly printed tubes reliably is often a challenge in filling systems. The article shows how P1PW contrast sensors with white light, RGB evaluation and automatic light control reliably detect even the smallest print marks or structures – and thus enable precise, stable tube alignment.

Precision in every color: The P1PW contrast sensors from wenglor

A contrast sensor detects a contrast marking on a brown film.

When it comes to reliably detecting the smallest differences in contrast, the P1PW contrast sensors from the wenglor sensoric group are a powerful solution. They detect subtle differences in brightness and color on a wide variety of materials – from color-intensive to pale markings – and work precisely and stably even in fast processes. With […]