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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SICK FTMG Series Gas Flow Meter for Air, Argon, Nitrogen, Carbon Dioxide, 9.4 l/min Min, 2824 L/min Max
  • RS stock no. 210-1289
  • Mfr. Part No. FTMG-ISD20AXO
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R 18,553.20(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO PT100 RTD Detector, 0.9mm Dia, 15mm Long, Probe, +650°C Max
  • RS stock no. 174-1654
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R 524.04(exc. VAT)
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SICK Inductive Threaded Barrel Proximity Sensor, M12, 4 mm Detection, PNP NC, 10 → 30 V dc
  • RS stock no. 266-9824
  • Mfr. Part No. IME12-04BPOZC0SS01
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R 630.14(exc. VAT)
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SMC AS Series Panel Mount Flow Controller, 180 L/min, 4 mm Pipe
  • RS stock no. 161-3080
  • Mfr. Part No. AS2301FS1-01-04S
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R 427.15(exc. VAT)
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Gems Sensors 3100 Series Pressure Sensor, 0bar Min, 250bar Max, Analogue Output, Relative Reading
  • RS stock no. 136-5047
  • Mfr. Part No. 3100S0250S01B000
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R 3,475.51(exc. VAT)
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Telemecanique Sensors Inductive Block Proximity Sensor, 40 mm Detection 4-20 mA, 24 V dc
  • RS stock no. 221-1750
  • Mfr. Part No. XSDH603629
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R 5,949.80(exc. VAT)
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BALLUFF Inductive Threaded Barrel Proximity Sensor, M18, 5 mm Detection, PNP NO, 12 → 30 V dc
  • RS stock no. 410-4774
  • Mfr. Part No. BES M18MI-PSC50B-S04G
Each
R 1,020.21(exc. VAT)
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Banner SLL Series Light Curtain, Sender & Receiver, 23mm Resolution
  • RS stock no. 182-9556
  • Mfr. Part No. SLLP23-1540P88
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R 90,186.37(exc. VAT)
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Assemtech Magnet for Use with Hall Effect Switch
  • RS stock no. 361-5009
  • Mfr. Part No. S1443
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R 117.37(exc. VAT)
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SICK DFS60 Series Incremental Incremental Encoder, 1024ppr ppr, RS422, TTL Signal, Solid Type, 6mm Shaft
  • RS stock no. 266-7630
  • Mfr. Part No. DFS60E-S1AK01024 / 1036680
Each
R 5,318.85(exc. VAT)
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Endress+Hauser Soliswitch FTE20 Series Point Level Level Sensors, Binary Output, Threaded Mount, Polycarbonate Body,
  • RS stock no. 288-9043
  • Mfr. Part No. FTE20-BI13AA42
Each
R 7,767.32(exc. VAT)
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Allen Bradley Through Beam Photoelectric Sensor, Block Sensor, 10 m Detection Range
  • RS stock no. 714-1612
  • Mfr. Part No. 42JS-E2EZB1-F4
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R 1,432.54(exc. VAT)
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Endress+Hauser FKM Series Conductive Liquids Flow Meter for Liquid, 1.5 l/min Min, 750 L/min Max
  • RS stock no. 256-6156
  • Mfr. Part No. DMA50-AAAAA1
Each
R 18,541.53(exc. VAT)
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Telemecanique Sensors Pressure Sensor, 1bar Min, 6bar Max, Relay Output, Differential Reading
  • RS stock no. 399-1612
  • Mfr. Part No. XMAV06L2135
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R 1,979.10(exc. VAT)
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SICK Foreground Suppression Photoelectric Sensor, Miniature Sensor, 100 mm Detection Range IO-LINK
  • RS stock no. 261-4165
  • Mfr. Part No. WTF4FD-22161220A00
Each
R 4,883.01(exc. VAT)
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Endress+Hauser Proline Prowirl D 200 Series Vortex Flowmeter Flow Meter for Gas, Liquid, Steam, 0.16 m³/h, 2 m³/h Min,
  • RS stock no. 287-1610
  • Mfr. Part No. 7D2C25-AABACAACAAD2SKA1
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R 62,113.64(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO Type K Exposed Junction Thermocouple 2m Length, 7/0.2mm Diameter → +250°C
  • RS stock no. 847-9693
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R 333.83(exc. VAT)
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Gems Sensors LS-77700 Series Horizontal Stainless Steel Float Switch, Float, 610mm Cable, SPST NO, 240V ac Max
  • RS stock no. 122-8427
  • Mfr. Part No. 118128
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R 3,118.11(exc. VAT)
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SICK Capacitive Threaded Barrel Proximity Sensor, M30, 16 mm Detection, PNP NO+NC, 10 → 30 V dc
  • RS stock no. 213-1715
  • Mfr. Part No. CM30-16BPP-EW1
Each
R 2,954.89(exc. VAT)
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WIKA S-20 Series Pressure Sensor, 0bar Min, 600bar Max, 0 → 10 V Output, Gauge Reading
  • RS stock no. 221-8332
  • Mfr. Part No. 14071212
Each
R 7,727.00(exc. VAT)
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