The compact laser distance sensors provide a precise output signal which is proportional to the measured distance. The optical principle is based on triangulation. The triangulation principle combined with precision optics and intelligent software permits resolutions up to 10 µm at a measuring rate of 900 ms. Depending on the specific requirements, either a dot- or line-shaped laser beam can be selected. Using the 2-point teach-in process, the measuring range can be easily adapted to the necessary measuring conditions. This allows the resolution to be optimized and the full signal deviation (4...20 mA or 0...10 V) can be applied to the new measuring range. Thanks to its compact design, the laser distance sensor can be used to directly monitor the production process.