Hi Guys, Any ideas on what sensor to get to detect the presence/absence of a tungsten wire with a diameter of 0.5mm?
Hi Guys, Any ideas on what sensor to get to detect the presence/absence of a tungsten wire with a diameter of 0.5mm?
Just to add more context. I am putting together a machine that bends tungsten wires into a specific shape. The wire is dispensed from a 5-10m roll. I am looking for a non contact sensor that would let me know when the wire is depleted.
Unfortunately due to safety reasons( and for the end application of the wire) as the machine is half way through with allowances for minor mods, I won't be able to apply any kind of voltage into it.
Would be glad to provide further information if need be. Thanks guys.
A non-contact metal detector doesn't induce hazardous voltages.
But what about feeding it through a ferrule that optically detects when no wire is in the hole?
Thanks Dougw. That's a great idea. Any recommendations on where I could buy them? Or what is it commercially called?
Thanks Dougw. That's a great idea. Any recommendations on where I could buy them? Or what is it commercially called?
Newark calls them "photo interrupter" but they are a type of optocoupler.
Thanks dougw. Will give that a try.