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Sensor provides superior durability and precision measurement
RET Automation Controls has expanded
its family of L-GAGE laser sensors with the
new LTF Series. Featuring time-of-flight
technology, the laser measurement sensor
ensures accurate distance measurements
out to 12 m.
By emitting a pulsed light, the LTF meas-
ures the amount of time for the light to
reflect off the object and return to the sensor
to calculate the distance.This enables sens-
ing in long-range applications, including
loop control, part presence or absence and
fill level. The LTF offers the best-in-class
combination of accuracy, repeatability and
range. Designed with a Class 2 laser emit-
ter with small, highly visible spot, the LTF
provides easy sensor alignment and high
excess gain.The same sensor that provides
repeatability of less than 3 mm and accuracy
of plus or minus 10 mm can also reliably de-
tect dark targets past 7 m and white targets
at 12 m.In addition to precision distance
measurement, the LTF delivers consistent
detection of targets regardless of the angle,
environmental conditions or ambient light
conditions. The dynamically adjusted laser
sensor can also sense objects with varying
materials and shapes.
The laser power increases output for dark
targets or objects at steep angles, while
reducing power for shiny targets.
“No other sensor on the market is going
to give you the same combination of range,
repeatability and accuracy as the LTF,”
said Brad Ragozzino, Technical Mar-
keting Engineer, Banner Engineering.
“With high excess gain, high reliability
and durable performance, the LTF en-
sures accurate sensing for challenging
targets.”
Enquiries: RET Automation Controls.
BrandonTopham. Email
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