element14 offers a broad range of radar sensor ICs from leading manufacturers like Banner Engineering, Infineon, and Sick. These sensors support different operation modes, such as autonomous, SPI, and Time of Flight (ToF). They are available with a sensing range from 50 mm to 20 m, delivering NPN or PNP-type output and featuring IP67 and IP69K protection.
Radar sensors are widely used in industrial automation applications. These sensors are commonly employed for level measurement of liquids or dry goods, target detection (including cranes, cars, trains, trucks, and cargo) in extreme weather conditions or parking applications, positioning feedback, collision prevention, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle automation, vehicle connectivity, and new mobility services.
Radar sensors work by transmitting radio waves in the direction of interest. These radio waves bounce off objects in the vicinity and return to the sensor. The sensor then compares the characteristics of these reflected waves against the transmitted waves to infer the positions and movements of the objects. To learn more about proximity sensors for industrial applications, please read our comprehensive guide for proximity sensors.
