Alignment and Position Sensing

General

Optical position sensing detectors are ideal for contact-free measurement of positions and angles. They are used in many areas like life sciences, industry, control engineering and quality assurance. Typical applications are adjustment and alignment of lasers and the automated detection and tracking of machine elements. Contact-free position sensing techniques are fast, free of abrasion and avoid feedback on the object under investigation. Even very small objects and liquids can be measured. A large distance prevents the position detectors from being damaged by high temperatures or aggressive chemicals. The position sensing detectors used here show excellent resolution, accuracy and reliability. They work in the near infrared wavelength range (Si photodiodes; up to approx. 1100 nm). Laser 2000 offers a wide range of position sensing detectors and measurement systems as well as optical accessories for various applications.