Miniaturized fork sensors

Balluff BGL fork sensors are known for precise object detection. Our comprehensive portfolio scores points with reliable solutions even for difficult and specialized applications. Now we are expanding our range to include particularly compact and versatile sensors for space-critical automation applications.

Simple setup, reliable sensing

The new BGL MiniSlot fork sensors from Balluff can be used very flexibly with their different mounting and connection options. The sensors are fully potted, which makes them resistant to vibrations, shocks and other environmental influences, and guarded with a IP64 protection rating. The bright LEDs also indicate the switching status and allow you to accurately read its diagnostics.  

Flexibility defined

With their particularly compact size, the new BGL require significantly less installation space than conventional fork sensors. In addition, six different designs and a wide variety of connection options make the sensors even more flexible to use in a wide range of applications

Application examples

With the trend of miniaturization and integration of devices, our miniaturized fork sensors are the right choice. They are widely used in industries such as battery manufacturing, 3C (computers, communications, and consumer electronics) and semiconductor.

In battery production, for example, the fork sensors are used to precisely position robotics and transport systems to quickly and correctly place the anode/cathode plates on top of each other.
Our MiniSlot fork sensors are also versatile for other positioning tasks, e.g. of slides or transport systems.

Additional typical applications of MiniSlot fork sensors are

• Detection of the presence and absence of flat objects (e.g. paper strips, cams, etc.)

• End position and position detection in linear transport and positioning systems

• Detection of direction of rotation and detection of revolutions (for rotating objects)