People Detection Sensors

Browse our selection of sensors hand-picked for use in people detection applications. If you need any further help selecting the right sensor for you, please reach out to our support team at support@maxbotix.com.

Sensors For All Environments

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outdoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

HRXL‑MaxSonar‑WR

AN | PW | Serial

Detects people to distances of ~7.5ft or ~18ft depending on model. 1mm resolution with calibrated accuracy. Ideal for applications such as height measuring.

Starting at $126.44

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outdoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

XL‑MaxSonar‑WR

AN | PW | RS232

Detects people to distances of ~8ft with a resolution of 1cm. 10Hz refresh rate.

Starting at $114.94

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Other Sensors to Try

MB7363 outdoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

MB7363

AN | PW | RS232

A high sensitivity WR model detects people to a distance of ~18.5ft in a narrow beam.

Each $137.94

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Sensors For Protected / Indoor Use

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MB1220 indoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

MB1220

AN | PW | RS232

Great for users who want to determine the range to people or other objects to distances of ~10 feet. 10Hz refresh rate.

Each $45.94

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MB1010 indoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

MB1010

AN | PW | RS232

Our best selling sensor. Great for users who want to determine the range to people or other objects to distances of ~8 feet. 20Hz refresh rate.

Each $34.44

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indoor ultrasonic proximity sensor for people detection applications

LV-ProxSonar-EZ

AN | PW | RS232

Proximity version of our best selling product. Designed for applications that only want to monitor if a target is within a defined distance with even simpler integration. (T/F output can drive software switches or other electronics.) Great for people counting and automatic switches.

Each $34.44

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usb indoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

USB-ProxSonar-EZ

USB

Similar in function to the LV-ProxSonar sensors. These sensors feature an easy to use USB connection. Great for distributed IT networks and for a quick proof of concept from engineering. Uses the same Micro‑B USB connection as many modern cell phones.

Each $59.94

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MB1200 indoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

MB1200

AN | PW | RS232

The MB1200 is a great sensor for applications that require long range people detection. This sensor can detect people to ~17 feet. 10Hz refresh rate.

Each $51.69

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MB1210 indoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

MB1210

AN | PW | RS232

The MB1210 is capable of detecting people to ~12 feet. This is great for users who need the range capability of the MB1200 but want a narrower detection area than the MB1200. 10Hz refresh rate.

Each $51.69

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MB1240 indoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

MB1240

AN | PW | RS232

The MB1240 offers the narrowest detection zone and the greatest noise tolerance. Determines the range to people out to ~4 feet. 10Hz refresh rate.

Each $45.94

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MB1240 indoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

MB1040

AN | PW | RS232

Narrow detection zone similar to the MB1240. Determines the range to people out to ~3.5 feet. 20Hz refresh rate.

Each $34.44

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HRUSB indoor ultrasonic sensor for people detection applications

HRUSB-MaxSonar-EZ

USB

USB interface with a 1mm resolution and calibrated accuracy. Great for fast engineering in quick-to-market people detection and sizing applications. Sensor can easily be used in multi-sensor installations.

Each $59.94

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Table Legend

Logic — Digital High/LowAN — Analog VoltagePW — Pulse WidthAE — Analog EnvelopeI2C — I2C BusUSB — USB ConnectorRS232 — RS232 SerialTTL — TTL SerialSerial — RS232 or TTL serial