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Automation Direct Pty Ltd is a professional supplier in the field of industrial switches and sensors, including automation and instrumental apparatus. Owning an outstanding R&D team which focus on the core technique and devoted to development and innovation, we provide our esteemed customers with All-In-One solutions as vertical integration including design, tooling, and production. We believe that the only way to offer the best industrial control system for customers is to be a total solution-provider. Through our enterprise concept, we can make our customers reduce the cost of operation, enhance the efficiency of work, and increase the quality plus the extra value of products.

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SENSORS AND ENCODERS

Sensor lineup PROXIMITY SENSORS, PHOTOELECTRIC SENSORS, LIMIT SWITCHES, ProSense Pressure Switches,   ProSense Pressure Tranmitters and CURRENT SENSORS  ( a PDF)

AutomationDirect has the proximity sensors, photoelectric sensors and limit switches you need to sense the presence of objects in a variety of applications. Our high-quality line of proximity and limit switches come from high-tech European manufacturers with years of experience developing and supplying reliable sensors.

  • We offer proximity sensors and photoelectric sensors in a large variety of shapes and sizes and more than 50 different models of limit switches.
  • Photoelectric sensor offerings now include high performance rectangular models, with clear object detectors.
  • Both LED and laser photoelectric sensors are available.
  • Fiber photoelectric amplifers and a variety of optical fibers are also available.
  • Ultrasonic DC and analog output proximity sensors offer long

ROTARY ENCODERS       TRD-J ENCODERS  ( a PDF)

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Koyo is the third-largest manufacturer of bearings in the world, and has been producing quality, highly reliable encoders for over 32 years.
Koyo rotary encoders are used by many companies for angle, length-measuring, and position sensing in major industrial machinery and equipment worldwide.

Encoders are sometimes referred to as optical transducers or position transducers.
AutomationDirect offers a wide variety of light, medium and heavy-duty encoders (transducers).
Use these encoders with our PLC high-speed counter modules for accurate position monitoring and control.



Sensors and Encoders Selection Guide

AcuAMP Current Transducers

 Current Sensing Transducers ... New!
The AcuAMP family of high performance current sensors offers outstanding features, flexibility and durability at incredible prices.
  • 4-20 mA, 24 VDC loop-powered and 0-10 volt self powered analog outputs

  • ACT Series - AC Current Sensing Transducers

  • ACTR Series - AC Current Sensing Transducers (True RMS)

AcuAMP Current Switches

 Current Sensing Switches ... New!
AcuAMP current operated switches combine a current transformer, signal conditioner and limit alarm output in one package.
  • ACS150 Series - Single Range AC Current Operated Switches

  • ACS200 Series - Multi Range AC Current Operated Switches

  • ACSX Series - Multi Range AC Current Operated Switches with Time Delay

Inductive Proximity Sensors

Inductive Proximity Sensors
Inductive sensors detect metallic objects.
  • 3mm / 4mm / 5mm Round (PY/PD1 Series)
  • 8mm Round (AE Series)
  • 12mm Round (AM/VM1/PMW Series)
  • 18mm Round (AK/VK1/PKW Series)
  • 30mm Round (AT/VT1/PTW Series)
  • Rectangular (CR/DR/APS Series)
  • Cables & Accessories

Capacitive Proximity Sensors

Capacitive Proximity Sensors
Inductive sensors detect metallic objects, while capacitive sensors detect all other materials.
  • 30mm DC Powered (CT1 Series)
  • Accessories

Photoelectric Sensors

Photoelectric Sensors
Photoelectric sensors allow non-contact detection of objects using red or InfraRed guided light.
  • High Performance AC/DC
  • Light Screens (BX Series)
  • DC Rectangular (QX/CX/FE Series)
  • AC Rectangular (FG Series)
  • 5mm Round - Stainless (C5 Series)
  • 8mm Round - Metal (HEE/HER Series) 12mm Round - Metal (DM Series)
  • 18mm Round - Metal (C18 Series)
  • 18mm Round - NonMetal (MS/SS/FA/FARS)
  • 18mm AC Powered (MQ / MV Series)

Fiber Optic Sensors

Fiber Optic Sensors
Supreme noise protection and small sizes for tough applications. 188 mm round and DIN-rail amplifiers. 4, 6 and 7 mm fiber heads available. 2.2 mm cuttable plastic fibers.
  • 18mm Round Amplifiers (SSF Series)
  • Rail Amplifiers (DFP/DFT Series)
  • Cuttable Fiber Sensors (CF Series)
  • Cables & Accessories

Ultrasonic Sensors

Ultrasonic Sensors
Ultrasonic sensors are ideal for applications in which the sensed object is made of clear, transparent or varying surface color materials.
  • 18mm Round (SU Series)
  • 30mm Round (TU Series)
  • Analog output models available
  • 100 mm to 2500 mm sensing ranges (adjustable)
  • Miniature, rectangular sensors for limited mounting spaces

Encoders

Incremental and Absolute Encoders
Use these encoders for your applications or with our PLC high-speed counter modules and our Variable Frequency Drives with encoder feedback.
  • Light Duty Standard Shaft (TRD-S Series)
  • Light Duty Hollow Shaft (TRD-SH Series)
  • Medium Duty Standard Shaft (TRD-N Series)
  • Medium Duty Hollow Shaft (TRD-NH Series)
  • Heavy Duty Standard Shaft (TRD-GK Series)
  • Absolute Medium Duty Standard Shaft (TRD-NA Series)
  • Encoder Accessories

Limit Switches

Heavy-duty IEC Limit Switches (ABM Series)
Our limit switches feature the most popular actuator styles (plungers, short and adjustable levers with rollers, and steel and plastic rods) and a wide variety of cable entry options.
  • Stainless Steel Plunger Actuator
  • Stainless Steel Plunger with Roller Actuator
  • One-way Lever with Stainless Steel Roller Actuator
  • Lever with Stainless Steel Roller Actuator
  • Adjustable Lever with Stainless Steel Roller Actuator
  • Stainless Steel Rod Actuator
  • 360 Degree Stainless Steel Spring with Polyamide Tip Actuator
  • 360 Degree Stainless Steel Spring Actuator
  • Additional Lever Arms/ Spare Parts & Accessories

Double-insulated (PBT) limit switches

Double-insulated (PBT) Limit Switches
ABP series limit switches feature the most popular actuator styles (plungers, short and adjustable levers with rollers, and steel and plastic rods) and a wide variety of cable entry options. Miniature switches (AAP series) are also available.

  • Plunger Actuator
  • Plunger with Roller Actuator
  • One-way Lever with Polyamide Roller Actuator
  • Side Rotary Lever with Polyamide Roller Actuator
  • Side Rotary Adjustable Lever with Polyamide Roller Actuator
  • Stainless Steel Rod Actuator
  • 360 Degree Stainless Steel Spring with Polyamide Tip Actuator
  • 360 Degree Stainless Steel Spring Actuator
  • Spare Parts & Accessories
p ProSense™ Pressure Transmitters

Pressure and Vacuum Transmitters

Compact PTD pressure transmitters and vacuum transmitters provide an analog output for reliable pressure indication.
  • These pressure transmitters offer quick installation and easy setup.

  • Pressure transmitter output options include 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 10 Volts.

  • Vacuum pressure transmitters offer 20 to 4 mA or 10 to 0 Volts.
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Pressure Switches


Using strain gauge technology, the PSD series electronic pressure switch is an ideal alternative to mechanical piston pressure switches. The PSD sensor features a gas-tight measuring cell that reliably detects gas pressure and liquid pressure.

  • The pressure switch detects pressure ranges up to 5800 psi (400 bar).
  • The one-piece welded measuring cell is capable of over 50 million switching cycles.
  • Mechanical adjustment dials rotate quickly to establish the setpoint and resetpoint. The pressure sensor is adjustable without system pressure and supply voltage and does not require calibration.