Sensors

The RS selection of sensors offers a wide range, from general-purpose to RFID and IO-Link models. The RS range includes high-performance and high-precision sensors solutions for detection and measurement, smart automation, and precision monitoring.

What sensors are available in this range?

A sensor is able to detect and measure different types of energy and transform it into a readable output, and as such are available in distinctive types for distinctive measurement purposes, such as:

  • Thermal sensors – often known as temperature sensors, these can be set to measure a specific temperature or a range of temperatures. They are often used for environmental compliance, and can be a key components of humidity sensor applications such as automated AC units.
  • Proximity sensors – Motion sensors can work as ultrasonic sensors, which use sonic waves to determine proximity to objects. Capacitive proximity sensors use electromagnetic waves to determine the proximity of metallic objects, and are frequently used in food safety environments.
  • Flow sensors – these sensors are for measuring the force of fluid flow.
  • Pressure sensor – for sensing the physical pressure of gas or fluids, these sensors can be used in pneumatic and hydraulic applications.
  • Photoelectric sensors – often referred to as optical sensors, photoelectric sensors use a beam of electro magnetic radiation to detect the presence and location of an object. They are available as through-beam sensors, retro-reflective sensors and diffuse sensors.
  • Light and Colour sensors – often a type of optical sensor that works by casting light and measuring the reflected radiation, light and colour sensors can accurately determine a colour or shade, or its absence. Light intensity and colour or contrast sensors are often used in automation and control machinery to ensure the consistent running of a material.
  • Motion sensors- a broad category of sensors used to detect motion, often by infrared light, such as in PIR sensors.

What are smart sensors?

As Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things (IoT) are revolutionising and advancing automated systems. IO-Link is a recognised global networking standard for sensors that allows machines from different manufacturers to communicate with each other. Smart sensors carry out the same measurement applications as regular sensors with additional control through smart capabilities such as self-identification, testing, validation, and learning. They help to provide live data, establish communication between machines and react on their own to diagnose and correct issues to improve efficiencies.

Edge Protection Sensors
Edge Protection Sensors
Fibre Optic Sensors
Fibre Optic Sensors
Float Switches
Float Switches
Flow Controllers
Flow Controllers
Flow Sensors
Flow Sensors
Hall Effect Sensors
Hall Effect Sensors
Identification Sensors
Identification Sensors
Inclination Sensors
Inclination Sensors
Infrared Temperature Sensors
Infrared Temperature Sensors
Level Controllers
Level Controllers
Level Sensors
Level Sensors
Light Curtains
Light Curtains
Light Detection and Ranging
Light Detection and Ranging
Light Grids
Light Grids
Motion Control Sensors
Motion Control Sensors
Multi Function Sensors
Multi Function Sensors
Photoelectric Sensors
Photoelectric Sensors
Pressure Sensors
Pressure Sensors
Proximity Sensors
Proximity Sensors
RTD Sensors
RTD Sensors
Registration Sensors
Registration Sensors
Sensor Accessories
Sensor Accessories
Sensor Connectivity
Sensor Connectivity
Shock & Tilt Labels
Shock & Tilt Labels
Strain Gauges
Strain Gauges
Temperature Sensitive Labels
Temperature Sensitive Labels
Thermistors
Thermistors
Thermocouple & Extension Wire
Thermocouple & Extension Wire
Thermocouples
Thermocouples
Vibration Sensors
Vibration Sensors
Vision Sensor Lenses
Vision Sensor Lenses
Vision Sensors
Vision Sensors

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RS PRO PT100 Temperature Sensor, 9.4mm Dia, 26mm Long, 3 Wire, 200°C Max
  • RS stock no. 350-410
Each
R 537.34(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO Miniature Miniature PCB Socket Connector for Use with Type T Thermocouple, 4mm Probe, ANSI, RoHS Compliant
  • RS stock no. 769-1278
Each
R 98.09(exc. VAT)
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ifm electronic OY Series IFM Electronics Light Curtain Safety Light Curtain, 50mm Resolution
  • RS stock no. 597-007
  • Mfr. Part No. OY088S
Each
R 49,684.04(exc. VAT)
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TE Connectivity Incremental Incremental Encoder, Hollow Type
  • RS stock no. 219-3333
  • Mfr. Part No. 2360964-1
Each (In a Box of 10)
R 2,976.352(exc. VAT)
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ifm electronic Inductive Threaded Barrel Proximity Sensor, M18, 8 mm Detection, 2-Wire NO, 20 → 250 V ac/dc, 20
  • RS stock no. 185-119
  • Mfr. Part No. IG0330
Each
R 2,670.15(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO Miniature Size Thermocouple Connector Panel for Use with Thermocouple K, RoHS Standard
  • RS stock no. 106-693
Each
R 909.66(exc. VAT)
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Endress+Hauser PMP43 Series Pressure Sensor, –0.4bar Min, 0.4bar Max, 2-wire 4 → 20 mA Output, Absolute, Gauge
  • RS stock no. 317-769
  • Mfr. Part No. PMP43-AAKAKFN6B3FABTA3CJA3
Each
R 19,992.47(exc. VAT)
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Endress+Hauser Liquipoint FTW33 Series Capacitance Level Sensors, PNP Output, Flush Mount, Stainless Steel Body
  • RS stock no. 288-5551
  • Mfr. Part No. FTW33-AA4M1AJ
Each
R 8,535.59(exc. VAT)
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ABB Orion1 Series Light Curtain, Sender & Receiver
  • RS stock no. 237-1479
  • Mfr. Part No. 2TLA022302R0800 Orion1-4-30-135-B
Each
R 38,867.17(exc. VAT)
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Endress+Hauser Cerabar PMC11 Series Pressure Sensor, –0.4bar Min, 0.4bar Max, Analogue Output, Gauge Reading
  • RS stock no. 288-5603
  • Mfr. Part No. PMC11-AA1U1FBWBJJ
Each
R 4,713.12(exc. VAT)
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Endress+Hauser Cerabar PMP23 Series Pressure Sensor, -1bar Min, 16bar Max, Analogue Output, Absolute, Gauge Reading
  • RS stock no. 288-5714
  • Mfr. Part No. PMP23-AA1U1QB3CJ
Each
R 6,940.43(exc. VAT)
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ifm electronic Through Beam Photoelectric Sensor, Rectangular Sensor, 10 m Detection Range
  • RS stock no. 595-492
  • Mfr. Part No. O6E400
Each
R 1,992.03(exc. VAT)
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ifm electronic Inductive Threaded Barrel Proximity Sensor, M12, 4 mm Detection, PNP NO, 10 → 30 V dc
  • RS stock no. 190-051
  • Mfr. Part No. IFS219
Each
R 1,352.51(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Banner Opposed Photoelectric Sensor, Rectangular Sensor, 20 m Detection Range
  • RS stock no. 331-888
  • Mfr. Part No. QS18VN6R
Each
R 1,865.19(exc. VAT)
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Festo, EAPM Series Switch Box for Use with Electric Drives, RoHS Compliant Standard
  • RS stock no. 196-174
  • Mfr. Part No. EAPM-L9-90-SLS
Each
R 348.97(exc. VAT)
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ifm electronic Inductive Threaded Barrel Proximity Sensor, M8, 4 mm Detection, PNP NO, 10 → 30 V dc
  • RS stock no. 184-617
  • Mfr. Part No. IE5362
Each
R 1,772.44(exc. VAT)
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ifm electronic, E337 Series Adapter for Use with Pipe Fitting
  • RS stock no. 189-845
  • Mfr. Part No. E33712
Each
R 1,242.55(exc. VAT)
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ifm electronic Inductive Rectangular Proximity Sensor, 14 mm Detection, PNP NO, 10 → 35 V dc
  • RS stock no. 185-977
  • Mfr. Part No. I85009
Each
R 3,273.53(exc. VAT)
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ifm electronic Inductive Threaded Barrel Proximity Sensor, M8, 3 mm Detection, PNP NC, 10 → 30 V dc
  • RS stock no. 184-449
  • Mfr. Part No. IES240
Each
R 1,272.08(exc. VAT)
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Festo, SMM Series Positioning Element for Use with C-slot, RoHS Compliant Standard
  • RS stock no. 273-7255
  • Mfr. Part No. SMM-10
1 Bag of 10
R 1,125.93(exc. VAT)
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