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FAQ01186 of Displacement Sensors / Measurement Sensors FAQ

FAQ No. FAQ01186

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For what applications are the Reflective Line Beam Sensors most useful?

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They are useful when making measurements by averaging, e.g., when irregularities in metal surfaces or diffuse reflection affects measurements. They are also effective when aligning the beam position is difficult, as it is for round bars.

Averaging Small Irregularities on a Rough Surface:

Easy Beam Alignment: