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Metal Fork Sensors

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Our Bulletin 45LST Metal Fork Sensors are designed for small part detection on machines and conveyors. Multiple slot widths are available. These sensors feature adjustable sensitivity and selectable energized output in a rugged aluminum housing for industrial applications.

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Overview

  • Slot widths from 2...225 mm (0.08...8.86 in.)
  • 10...30V DC operation
  • Fast 30 μsec response time for selected models
  • NPN/PNP output
  • IP65 Housing
  • Industrial aluminum housing
  • Applications include:
    • Packaging and material handling industries
      • Label detection on clear substrates
      • Cap detection on bottles
      • Part sensing on conveyors
    • Automotive industry
    • Paper industry
    • Food industry
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  • CE Marked for all applicable directives
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Documentation

Resource Publication Number Language
Presence Sensing Brochure SENSOR-BR001
Fork Sensors Technical Data FORK-TD001
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Bulletin 45LST Optical Fork Sensor Installation Instructions 45LST-IN001
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