Sensor

Sensors are components that convert chemical or physical changes from one energy domain into electrical energy. In fact, sensors respond to changes in physical conditions by altering their electrical properties. The output of a sensor is either an analog or digital signal. Generally, the primary function of sensors is to convert physical parameters into electrical signals. Sensors are categorized based on the type of signal, the function, the type of parameters they measure, and more.

Types of Sensors for Industrial Automation:

1. Pressure Sensor
2. Current Sensor
3. Level Sensor
4. Temperature Sensor
5. Gas Sensor
6. Motion Sensor
7. Accelerometer Sensor
8. Density
9. Humidity
10. Turbidity
11. Scale
12. Proximity Sensor
13. Conductivity Sensor
14. Displacement Measurement Sensor
15. pH Analyzer
16. Vibration Sensors
17. Torque Sensors

 

Types of Sensors Based on Functional Technology:

1. Piezoelectric Sensors
2. Thin Metal Sensors
3. Thick Ceramic Sensors

 

Types of Sensors Based on Structure:

1. Protective Sensors
2. Non-Protective Sensors

 

Types of Sensors Based on Output:

1. Analog Output
2. Digital Output