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New AC-Powered Long Stroke LVDT |
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new Series LLS60X from Stellar Technology is a high performance
long stroke LVDT displacement transducer with a spring return armature.
The armature is restrained and guided by an ultra-low friction bearing
assembly and the internal spring automatically positions the armature to
its full extension. This design is used where it is not possible to
connect the transducer armature to the moving part being measured. The
compact size of the LLS60X series makes it ideal for limited-space
applications requiring a stroke range from ± 0.5” to ± 3.0”. These
displacement transducers are ruggedly constructed of stainless steel and
able to withstand harsh environments where high ambient temperature or
vibration is present. LLS60X displacement transducers can be specified
with either ±0.5% or ±0.25% linearity. Each unit is shipped with
traceable calibration certificates. We invite you to visit the Stellar
Technology website (www.stellartech.com) and review our comprehensive
offering of load cells, force sensors, pressure transducers and
transmitters, temperature transducers, and instrumentation ... |
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New Electromechanical NC Joining Module
NCFB – a Low-Cost Alternative |
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 Kistler's
electromechanical joining modules facilitate automation of
force-displacement monitored joining and press-fitting processes. The
new NC joining module NCFB Type 2160A... has been specially designed for
standard joining processes and is an enhancement of the existing
product range. With its cost-optimized design, it offers a more
favorable price/performance ratio. The piezoelectric force sensor
integrated into the robust case offers a choice of two predefined
measuring ranges, 50 kN and 25 kN, for precision force measurement. Even
deep end points such as the position of bearings in half-shell gear
boxes can be easily reached with a 400 mm stroke. The speed of up to 150
mm/s offers a quick return stroke and hence a short machine cycle, even
for a long idle stroke. The use of the absolute encoder, which is part
of the standard equipment on all Kistler NC joining modules, eliminates
the need for reference point determination even during operation. The NC
Compact Firmware (2159A…), which is integrated into the servo
controller, is perfect for simple force displacement evaluation ... |
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New measuring principle for low cost
displacement sensors |
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 Micro-Epsilon
has developed a completely new displacement measurement principle with
its new Magnetic Displacement Sensor (MDS). In contrast to the widely
used Hall Effect principle, the MDS is based on a method patented by
Micro-Epsilon, which is based on a linear relationship between the
position of the magnet and the output signal. As printed coils are used
for this measurement principle, the manufacturing method does not depend
on semiconductor processes. This makes customer-specific adaptations
considerably easier. The sensors have an extremely high basic
sensitivity, which enables a very simple and low cost evaluation
circuit. With an eddy current sensor as the technological core, very
fast, high resolution versions can be achieved. Compared to Hall Effect
sensors, much larger measuring ranges (currently 60mm limit) can be
achieved. In addition, significantly smaller magnets are required as the
target. ... |
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Linear- and rotary sensors, new custom specific designs |
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Metallux AG: Next to the innovative contact less linear sensor MMP,
which features high accuracy in even the smallest dimensions, additional
custom specific rotary sensors like the PLL 95° as well as the POS 50
were added to the range. Rotary sensor PLL 95°: Metallux PLL 95° is a
favourably priced rotary sensor, fulfilling the highest demand on
quality and performance. The sensor is easy to install. The robust
design and the plastic housing will resist oils and greases. A sleeve
bearing ensures a high lifecycle. Rotary sensor PLL 95° ... |
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Non-contact displacement sensor, Laser
distance sensor / “Adaptable laser sensors with teach function” |
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 ELTROTEC:
For tasks in measurement machine builders, measurement technicians and
R&D engineers require laser displacement sensors with adaptable ranges
at highest resolution , high frequencies, all adaptable interfaces – at
an economical price. With the newly designed displacement sensor LDS 72
from ELTROTEC Sensor GmbH the above requirements will be perfectly met.
7 ranges from 5 to 250 mm for all technical surfaces, 3 ranges from 5 to
20 mm for distance measurement on glass surfaces will be available with
resolutions starting at 0,6 μm. Adjustable frequencies from 1500 Hz to
375 Hz as well as RS 422/115,2 Kbaud, 4-20 mA and 1-5 VDC interfaces are
available. For each range the beginning and end of the measuring range
can be teached. This teached measurement range will be adjusted to the
full analogue output at full resolution so that the full analogue output
is always available – the latest development in this range. The 250 mm
range is for high-vibration applications available in 20 g protection
class – an advantage whenever high accelerations of large weights are to
be measured. ... |
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Compact Electromechanical NC Joining
Systems for Efficient Assembly now with 15 kN Nominal Joining Force |
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its well-proven electromechanical NC joining modules such as NCFH Type
2151B…, Kistler offers a particularly compact and high-precision
system solution for a wide range of press-fitting and joining tasks with
integral force displacement monitoring. This series has now been
enhanced with a new joining module with a 15 kN nominal joining force.
The smaller size 1 electromechanical NC joining modules NCFH Type 2151B…
are therefore now available with nominal joining forces of 10 and 15 kN
and in various measuring range combinations from 1 kN to 15 kN. Size 2
covers joining forces of 30 and 60 kN and measuring range combinations
of 15, 30 and 60 kN. The two new types differ from the established 10 kN
version by a strengthened construction on the same compact space. With
the piezoelectric force sensor, there is a choice of a second measuring
range of 5 kN (Type 2151B15052001) or 2 kN (Type 2151B15022001). These
NC joining modules are mechanically and electrically compatible with the
existing sizes ... |
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World’s smallest inductive encoder |
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 POSIC
introduces the world’s smallest incremental inductive encoder kit ID1101
for linear and rotary applications. It measures only 8.7 x 6.3 mm with a
thickness of 0.8 mm and has an A quad B output stage that runs up to a
frequency of 200 kHz. The linear/rotary target is a 0.8 mm thick
strip/disc that comes in different lengths/diameters. The linear
resolution ranges from 1 um at a speed of 0.5 m/s to 150 um at 50 m/s.
The rotational resolution depends on the disc diameter and is for
example 12 bits (1024 A-B pulses per revolution) with a 30 mm diameter
disc. Typical applications are in the motion-control domain with
magnetic actuators like brushed and brushless motors, voice coil
actuators, linear drives and more. Markets served include industrial,
automotive, robotics, medical, instrumentation, laboratory automation,
office equipment. Evaluation kits with linear or rotational targets are
available from stock. ... |
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Eddy current sensors in tribology testers |
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current sensors from Micro-Epsilon are once again being used in a
new high-performance test system at the Institute for Tribology at the
Clausthal Technical University. The new tester, which is currently under
construction, will be used to examine the tribological, flow mechanics
and rotor dynamic processes of highly loaded sliding bearings at maximum
circumferential speeds of the shaft. Based on previous positive
experiences with Micro-Epsilon eddy current sensors used on existing
testers for examining hydrodynamic radial plain bearings or plain
bearings with particularly high loads, eddyNCDT series sensors will also
be used in the new tester. In doing so, the shaft reaches
circumferential speeds of up to 200m/s; conventional test systems
achieve a maximum of 120m/s. The position of the test bearing housing
and the relative movement between the rotor and the test bearing is
detected in the tester using eddy current displacement sensors. The
bearing gap of the plain bearing between bearing surface and rotor is
also measured using
eddy current sensors. Or this, 22 sensor channels
will be integrated in the test structure. Miniature eddyNCDT sensors
with 0.5mm measuring range are used due to their high cut-off frequency
and high resolution. Another key criterion is the sensor’s small
installation footprint. Therefore, measuring points for very tight
installation requirements are possible without requiring any disruptive
modifications to the test design. High environmental compatibility is
also a key reason for selecting eddy current sensors: oil or water in
the measuring gap ... |
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Microtrak II - Laser Triangulation
Systems |
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 High
speed laser sensor utilizing the latest CMOS / CCD technologies ideal
for industrial/process automation and quality control applications.
MTI Instruments Inc.: High Speed Laser Sensor utilizing the Latest
CMOS / CCD Technology. The Microtrak II features state-of-the-art CMOS
laser triangulation technology for precise measurements of displacement,
position, vibration and thickness. Unaffected by surface texture, color
or stray light, the Microtrak II Laser Measurement System is ideal for
solving tough production applications throughout a variety of
industries. Applications: * Thickness, * Warpage, * Alignment, *
Displacement, * Vibration, * Step Height, * Run-out, * Go/No Go
Decisions, * Presence/Absence, * Fill Height, * Flatness, * Profile, *
Thermal Expansion/Contraction, * Structural Dynamics, * Dimensional
Gauging. ... |
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New Universal Conditioning Module for
inductive transducers |
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 Penny
+ Giles, designer and manufacturer of high precision position
sensors, has launched a new Universal Conditioning Module (UCM) that
provides reliable signal conditioning for a wide range of analogue
inductive transducer types. The module can work with any manufacturer’s
transducer and is suitable to drive 4, 5 or 6 wire differential LVDTs,
ratiometric LVDTs and 3 wire inductive half bridge transducers (or RVDT
equivalents). UCM has a low current requirement of less than 10mA and
can be linked and synchronized with up to 50 modules in one network for
multiple channel measurement systems. The UCM provides a simple 0.5 to
4.5Vdc analogue signal output, or by using additional module cards, into
a variety of different voltage ranges, a current output, or digital PWM
output. It normally operates from an unregulated 10 - 30Vdc supply. ... |
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New in-cylinder transducer offers
reliable position sensing |
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 Penny
+ Giles has launched a new in-cylinder linear displacement
transducer for small bore mobile and static hydro-pneumatic actuators.
The ICT050 provides reliable, fit-and-forget position sensing of the
cylinder rod in actuators with strokes up to 500mm. It is a robust,
non-contact transducer that works on an inductive coil principle, with
virtually infinite resolution and is capable of withstanding
temperatures up to 200°C and working pressures up to 500Bar. The new
transducer is aimed primarily at the off-highway (construction,
agriculture) and utility vehicle market. Its robust construction is
ideal for the harsh conditions of lifting and steering position
applications and hydro-pneumatic active suspension systems. ICT050 has a
very efficient body-to-stroke ratio. The overall length is only slightly
longer than the working stroke length, facilitating a much more compact
installation than can be effected with traditional linear transducer
designs. The stroke range covers 25mm to 500mm stroke actuators and the
transducer body ... |
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MTI-2100 FOTONIC - Fiber Optic
Measurement Systems |
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 Extremely
high resolution fiber-optic sensor for vibration and displacement
measurements. MTI Instruments Inc.: The MTI-2100 features
advanced fiber-optic and electronic technologies for precise
measurements of displacement, position and vibration. It sets new
performance standards with resolution up to 0.01 uin. (2.5 Angstroms)
and frequency response from direct-coupled (dc) up to 500 kHz. The
MTI-2100’s modular design has the flexibility to be tailored to specific
requirements through the use of a wide range of interchangeable and
custom fiber-optic probes. These probes are immune to electromagnetic
interference (EMI) and operate on almost any type of surface: metallic,
composite, plastic, glass, ceramic or liquid. Applications: * Modal
Analysis, * Ultrasonic Horn Vibration, * Displacement, * Position
Sensing, * Fatigue Testing, * Surface Flaw Detection, * Edge Detection,
* Piezo Motion, * Bearing Analysis. ... |
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ACCUMEASURE 5000 - Capacitance
Measurement Systems |
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 High
frequency capacitive measurement sensor for displacement, vibration and
runout measurements with nanometer accuracy. MTI Instruments Inc.:
High-Precision, Non-contact Displacement and Vibration Measuring System
with Nanometer Accuracy. The advanced amplifier circuitry provides a
frequency response from dc to 20 kHz with a corresponding noise level of
0.01 mV rms/Hz√0.5 The Accumeasure 5000 can be used with any of MTI's
standard or custom designed miniature sensor probes for unmatched
linearity, stability and resolution. The Accumeasure System 5000 is
available in either single or dual channel designs. The dual channel
model includes a summing amplifier for applications that require sum or
difference measurements. Applications: * Spindle Runout, * Displacement,
* Flatness, * Engine Dynamics, * Positioning, * Profiling, * Vibration,
* Structural Dynamics, * Dimensional Measurements ... |
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ACCUMEASURE 9000 - Capacitance
Measurement Systems |
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 Ultra-high
precision capacitive measurement sensor offering nanometer accuracy and
stability. MTI Instruments Inc.: An Ultra-high Precision
Capacitance Gage Offering Nanometer Accuracy. Outstanding accuracy,
stability and repeatability are the hallmarks of the Accumeasure System
9000, a high-resolution, capacitance-based instrument that provides the
perfect solution to many previously unattainable measurement
applications. Fast response time and extremely low noise levels make it
ideal for critical measurements of targets such as rotating
spindles/shafts, disks, tires, X-Y stages and semiconductor wafers. The
AS-9000 delivers nanometer level resolution for ultra-high-precision
measurements - each and every time. It is portable, lightweight,
compact, and setup is fast and easy. Applications: * Positioning, *
Vibration, * Profiling, * Displacement, * Go/no-go Decisions, *
Focusing, * Thickness, * Dimensional Gaging, * Alignment ... |
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technical articles & products
in the field of:
displacement sensors / linear position
sensors / linear transducers |
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all manufacturers and suppliers of displacement sensors
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New Subsea LVDT Series is Submersible to
7,500 ft. |
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 Stellar
Technology: The Series LWU is a family of submersible LVDT
displacement transducers available in either DC or AC versions. These
units are specifically designed for use in sea water and other
submersible environments, including many corrosive liquids. The LWU
Series features unguided armatures with stroke lengths from 0.5” to 4”
and linearity of +/- 1%. Operating temperature is from -40 to 140 deg.F.
The LWU60X is an AC/AC unit with v/v output. The LWU61X and LWU65X are
DC/DC units with outputs of +/-5 Vdc or 0-10 Vdc and 4-20mA,
respectively. The LWU units are made of 316 stainless steel, and are
fully welded. The heavy duty construction makes these units able to
endure the most rigorous applications including 10 years submersion in
seawater at a depth of 7500 ft. (2300 m). The free unguided armature
design allows non-magnetic fluids to enter the transducer body without
affecting the operation of the transducer. In addition, this thru-hole
design ... |
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New High Accuracy Gauging LVDT |
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 Stellar
Technology, Inc.: The Model LPS60X AC/AC LVDT is designed for
precision displacement and position measurement for quality assurance
applications in industrial environments. These high accuracy
displacement sensors are constructed of stainless steel and utilize a
ball probe to smoothly interface with the target. The spring guided
armature is supported with precision linear ball bearings to ensure
excellent repeatability, high life cycle, and stable overall performance.
The compact LPS60X LVDT’s Series measures displacement from ± 0.02
inches to ±0.2 inches, with 0.25% linearity, and infinite resolution.
Operating temperature is from -40° to 212°F. The unit features a 6’
integral Polyurethane insulated cable which is resistant to oils and
chemicals. All Series LPS60X displacement transducers are shipped with
traceable calibration certificates. Mounting brackets, alternative
electrical connectors and a variety of probe tips are optionally
available. ... |
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High-Performance Eddy Current Sensor
Offers Improved Displacement Measurements |
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 Lion
Precision: The ECL101 Eddy-Current displacement sensor is an
improved, CE compliant version of Lion Precision’s original ECL100
sensor. The ECL101 noncontact sensor offers improvements in immunity to
electromagnetic interference (EMI) and thermal stability as well as
lower power consumption. The linear output sensor is available with a
selection of probes offering measurement ranges from 0.5mm to 15mm, and
features a unique front panel range indicator to alert the operator to
out-of-range conditions. The sensor has applications in any industry
requiring precision noncontact displacement measurement, especially in a
hostile environment involving fluids or debris in the measurement area ... |
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Application of Draw Wire Transducers in a
burial monument |
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 WayCon
Positionsmesstechnik GmbH: Accuracy measurement for monitoring of
structural deformations and convergences in an ancient burial monument
through a draw wire displacement transducer of the SX series with 50mm
measurement range. An ancient burial monument ca. 300 BC, was unearthed
100 years ago in the near of Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece. Over the
years the monumnet is becoming unstable due to ground erosion. A
solution to stabilize the monument was needed. The responsible Division
of the Ministry of Culture appointed the company “Neotek” a greek
distributor of WayCon Positionsmesstechnik GmbH in Germany to find a
solution. To accomplish this project, an accurat measurement system was
necessary to collect the relevant data. Various draw wire transducers
from the series SX are connected to a self-standing data logger and a
battery box. Power is conserved by a timing switch. The Waycon
displacement transducers monitor structural deformations and
convergences. Readings are taken every 6 hours. Waycon is a manufacturer
of accurate measurement systems and professional sensors for industry
and research for all applications in areas of position and distance
measurement techniques, level measurements and ... |
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Capacitec High Temperature Non-Contact
Displacement Sensors Offer Performance to +1000 °C in Manufacturing and
Testing Applications |
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 Capacitec,
Inc., a global leader in the design and manufacture of non-contact
capacitive displacement, gap and parallelism sensing technologies for
scientific and industrial customers, has announced the successful
application of high-temperature non-contact displacement sensors within
disc brake wear analysis, glass manufacturing and aircraft engine
testing applications. Since the 1970’s, Capacitec high temperature
non-contact sensing technology has been in use in North America, Europe
and Japan to solve the most demanding applications, measuring
displacement of up to 0.4” (10 mm), within extreme temperature
environments where resolution of one micron or better is a requirement,
such as: * In-vehicle disc brake wear analysis. Capacitec Model
HPC-150C-H sensor assembly offers small size (OD 9.5 mm), large range
(2.5 mm) and 0.25 micron resolution. Operating at +400 °C, they are used
to test runout, thickness variation, coning, wobble and thermal
expansion of disc brake rotors. ... |
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Draw-wire sensors for the testing of
rotor blades |
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 Draw-wire
sensors from Micro-Epsilon are being used in the testing of new
wind turbine rotor blades at the Fraunhofer Institute IWES, Bremerhaven.
The test rig is designed for rotor blades with a maximum length of 70m.
The rotor blade distortion due to wind loads is simulated in this rig.
The tip of the rotor blade can be distorted by up to 10m due to
mechanical loads. The rotor blade is mounted horizontally in the test
rig for this. Steel cables are routed to the rotor using guide pulleys
and attached to the rotor blade at various positions, either directly or
via mechanical clamps. Twelve draw-wire sensors from Micro-Epsilon are
used for to measure the distortion. Mounted on the rails on the floor
are two draw-wire sensors for each steel cable, which measure the
movement and the distortion of the rotor blade. The sensors of the
wireSENSOR P115 series have measuring ranges of between 3m and 10m and
operate with a digital signal output. The sensors are particularly
robust due to their aluminium housing. ... |
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Precision sensory in medical technology –
the use of foil sensors in medical appliances |
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 Sensor
elements are used in numerous ways to measure and control changes and
deviations. For many years Metallux AG, located in Korb near
Stuttgart, supplies the medical industry with mostly custom specific
products. The new flexible foil sensor MetaPot is used as a linear and
angular sensor in custom specific applications. Safety, precision,
soundness and reliability are a hallmark of this new generation of foil
sensors. Medical instruments and products need to comply with the
highest demands. Be it for diagnose, treatment or as an aid to
compensate for disability or ailments – sensor systems will be called
upon in most instances. The medical technology consists of various
areas. These are from diagnose and treatment of illness to therapy and
rehabilitation up to improvement for people with disabilities and to
support their mobility. Following examples in diagnose, treatment,
therapy and rehabilitation will show, how important sensory has become
in medical technology. Infusionpump syringes are used for consistent
dosage of medication. It is important that dosage is always consistent.
Sensors are used as precise measurement system to ... |
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New Noncontact Displacement Sensor for
National Instruments CompactRIO System |
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Lion Precision: The new ECD140 sensor, scheduled for release in
Q4 2009, will add displacement and position data to test, measurement,
and control systems designed around National Instrument’s CompactRIO
architecture. Based on eddy-current (inductive) sensing technology, the
new sensor provides displacement measurements of conductive targets with
sub-micron resolutions and measurement ranges of 2mm to 3.5mm. Other
ranges are also available upon request. A fully functional ECD140 will
be demonstrated during NI Week in Austin, Texas August 4-6 (www.ni.com/niweek).
The CompactRIO system from National Instruments is an open, expandable
system powered by LabVIEW. The system allows hot swapping of a multitude
of modules to quickly configure a data acquisition system. No other
noncontact displacement sensor module is available for the CompactRIO
system ... |
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The New BPS 8 Barcode Positioning System |
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 The
new BPS 8 position measuring system from Leuze electronic enables
positioning with millimetre accuracy at distances of up to 10,000 m in a
very simple manner. Used together with the MA 8 connector unit, the
system makes possible economical solutions in industrial environments.
Optical measurement techniques are especially well suited for position
determination of rail-mounted industrial trucks, suspension tracks,
crane systems, high-bay storage devices or similar automatically moved
systems. They function without mechanical wear and slippage. With the
barcode positioning systems (BPS) from Leuze electronic, positions can
also be precisely determined along horizontal and vertical paths. By
means of a visible red light laser, the measuring unit of the BPS reads
the position relative to the barcode tape. The code that is read in the
scanning area of the laser beam is used to calculate the position from
code information and code position with millimetre accuracy. ... |
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New optoNCDT1402 laser sensor from
Micro-Epsilon |
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 The
new optoNCDT1402 laser sensor from Micro-Epsilon replaces the
company’s previous optoNCDT 1401 product. The new sensor provides
improved performance and extreme flexibility. This flexibility comes
from a brand new Teach-In function, which can be used to limit or change
the measuring range for each application. In this way, both the
resolution and the linearity of the sensor in the pre-set measuring
range can be significantly improved. This is of particular benefit in
applications where only a small measuring range but high performance is
required. The flexibility of the optoNCDT 1402 is further enhanced by an
integrated swivelling cable connector, which can be used to change the
direction of the cable output to suit the individual application. By
utilising a CMOS sensor, the optoNCDT 1402 has an increased measuring
rate of 1.5kHz making it suitable for rapid processes. An RS422 digital
interface is provided, as well as analogue current / voltage output. As
before, the new series comprises seven sensors, which have measuring
ranges between 5mm and 250mm. Together with the integrated controller,
the very compact design makes mounting faster and easier and
installation is possible in restricted spaces. Due to its very
effective, real time compensation process for the changing reflection
characteristics of different target surfaces, the optoNCDT 1402 sensor
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NC Compact System Speeds Setting Up of NC
Joining Modules with Force-Displacement Monitoring |
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 Kistler:
Standard joining processes, such as pressing bearings onto shafts, can
be flexibly and reliably automated by the use of electromechanical NC
joining modules from Kistler with integral force-displacement
monitoring. Kistler's new NC Compact System now makes setting up and
operation of these modules quicker and easier. As a closed system with
integral controller and firmware it cuts capital expenditure and
installation costs, reduces susceptibility to faults and facilitates
integration into existing on-site control environments. In addition to
the NC joining module with matching IndraDrive servo controller, NC
Compact System consists of firmware (NC Compact (Type 2159A)) and
operating panel (Type 2158A) with 5,7" TFT touch screen display. The
operating panel is used for configuring the parameters of a standard
joining process, visualizing the process and backing up data. As it is
not needed for ongoing operation, a single panel is sufficient for
configuring the parameters of several joining modules. The NC Compact
firmware is preinstalled in the IndraDrive servo controller. It includes
up to 16 programs with force-displacement monitoring and integral
sequence control. ... |
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Laser Triangulation System |
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MTI
Instruments Inc.: MTII's Microtrak family of laser triangulation
sensors offer high speed, high resolution displacement, position and
vibration measurements. The Microtrak features state-of-the-art CMOS/CCD
laser triangulation technology which is ideal for solving tough in-proceess,
production and quality control applications. The large variety of laser
triangulation sensors provide operating distances to 300mm, measurement
ranges to 200mm and measurement resolution to less than 1 micron. The
Microtrak II comes standard with an interface controller that provides a
convenient digital display of the target position, alarm set points and
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Magnetic cylinder sensors - Exact
detection of piston positions |
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Electric: The new, magnetic T and C slot cylinder sensors from
Baumer are employed to detect the exact position of pistons in pneumatic
cylinders. Many automation technology applications require pneumatic
cylinder movements of to be closely monitored and the exact piston
position to be detected. In order for the sensor to achieve a precise,
repeatable switching behavior, each sensors activation sensitivity is
exactly defined and individually tested. The compact and rugged plastic
housing offering IP 67 protection provides reliable operation even under
the harshest and most moist conditions. The MZTK 06P1003 line of sensors
for T slots can be easily and quickly installed in the slot from above.
No cylinder disassembly is required, even if both front faces are
equipped with installation panels. The universally applicable standard C
and T slot sensors can also be used for round cylinders and cylinders
with tie-rods. Baumer offers various accessories which permit this. The
result is a reduction of the required sensor types and a simplification
of the warehousing. All sensors are available in ... |
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High-grade steel sensors - Install and
forget |
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is the motto behind Baumer's new high-grade steel sensors. Baumer
is now introducing a generation of high-grade steel sensors that can be
used in virtually any product. Combining this with Baumer's signature
sensor miniaturization allows simple integration of the sensors into
customer-designed housings. With decades of experience in temperature
and pressure sensors, its product range has been expanded with many
innovations in the position sensor area. Inductive sensors that are now
indispensable for automation tasks are being offered in various 1.4404
all-metal versions. Enhanced EMC immunity and expanded temperature
ranges up to +100 °C are special features of these sensors. They are
available from a diameter of 6,5 mm. Laser distance sensors with
accuracies down to the µm range can be used easily both outdoors and in
the process area. Protection classes up to IP 69K and their
insensitivity to ambient light up to 100 kLux make these sensors unique.
Baumer is also setting new standards with the VeriSens® family of vision
sensors. The rugged high-grade steel housing is resistant to most
aggressive media and suitable for use in the food or pharmaceutical
industries. The variety of integrated vision sensors, ... |
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Noncontact position sensor exploits FPGA
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The new ECL202 eddy-current displacement sensor /position sensor has
significantly improved thermal stability and immunity to electromagnetic
interference (EMI) as well as improved linearity and resolution. The
sensor employs FPGA technology enabling complex, proprietary
mathematical algorithms to achieve higher performance levels than purely
analog methods. According to Don Martin, president of Lion Precision,
“Using FPGA digital processing techniques, we can achieve performance
that simply is not possible with discrete analog electronics.” Digital
technology can very precisely detect the sensor’s signal and more easily
differentiate it from other electrical signals present in the sensing
environment. This means the sensor continues to work well in
electrically noisy environments such as near motor controllers or other
high-power switching electronics. Using this same proprietary method,
multiple ECL202 sensors can be positioned near each other without the
mutual interference usually experienced with eddy-current sensors. ... |
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New: Position Sensors for all your
solutions! |
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For over 40 years now, Crouzet/CST (Custom Sensors &
Technologies), the sensors division of Schneider Electric, has been
assisting its customers in the design and creation of automation
products to meet all their equipment and industrial machinery needs,
whatever their business sector. The quality of the Position Sensor range
is inherent from the outset - from the product's design right through to
its integration at the heart of your application, it meets the growing
demand for customisation. In addition to its complete range of
microswitches and digital position sensors, as a specialist in the
"Sensors" domain, Crouzet/CST offers a wide range of analog position
sensors, thus helping its customers as they change over to a different
technology. In developing its expertise in the field of analog position
sensors and especially in its capacity to design customised products,
Crouzet/CST relies on its dedicated position sensor Design Office, where
adapted products can be designed and industrialised for all types of
sensor.. ... |
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New sealed linear transducer for rugged
industrial applications |
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+ Giles has launched a new contactless sealed linear transducer that
provides reliable, fit-and-forget position sensing for rugged industrial
applications. The robust SLT190 is aimed primarily at the off-highway
(construction, agriculture) and utility vehicle markets and is suitable
for the harsh conditions of steering position applications, lift
mechanisms, and hydro-pneumatic active suspension systems. This
transducer has a short body to stroke length ratio for compact
dimensions making it ideal as a replacement for existing linear
potentiometers whilst providing a significant cost saving over
equivalent stroke inductive transducers. The SLT190 provides a range of
14 different strokes between 25 and 500 mm. It uses proven inductive
technology, with no electrical sliding contacts, and as a result, has a
virtually limitless life. It provides reliable, absolute analogue
position measurement with an infinite resolution. ... |
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Fiber Optic Measurement Systems |
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MTI
Instruments Inc.: MTII offers advanced fiber-optic based measurement
instruments and sensors for displacement, position and vibration
applications. With frequency response to 500 kHz and resolution to 2.5
Angstroms these sensors are ideal for high performance measurement
applications that require non-contact sensing technology. High
resolution vibration measurements are provided through MTII's MTI-2100
Fotonic sensor which offers both digital and analog outputs of vibration
and displacement. Customized fiber-optic probes are available for high
temperature and harsh environment applications. ... |
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MICROTRAK II Stand-alone laser sensors,
Laser Triangulation Systems |
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speed laser sensors designed to operate independently, without a
controller, for high volume OEM, production and QC application. MTI
Instruments Inc.: MTII now offers the performance of our standard
Microtrak II Laser Triangulation System in a versatile high speed
stand-alone configuration for measuring displacement, position,
vibration and thickness. Unaffected by surface texture, color or stray
light, the Microtrak II is ideal for solving tough production
measurement applications throughout a variety of industries. The new
Microtrak II Stand-Alone Laser Head uses the latest CMOS - CCD detection
technology for accurate and reliable measurements making it ideal for
high volume OEM, production and quality control applications.
Configuration of system parameters such as measurement units, frequency
response and cut time are easily accomplished through a laptop or
desktop using the included MTII proprietary Remote Control Software
program. Applications: * Thickness, * Warpage, * Alignment, *
Displacement, * Vibration, * Step Height, * Run-out, * Go/No Go
Decisions, * Presence/Absence, * Fill Height, * Flatness, * Profile, *
Thermal Expansion/Contraction, * Structural Dynamics, * Dimensional
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Capacitance
Measurement Systems |
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 MTI Instruments Inc.:
Highly accurate, stable capacitance measurement sensors and probe
systems for a wide variety of displacement, position, vibration and
dimensional gauging applications. Our Accumeasure product line consists
of single and multiple channel capacitance rack systems that can accept
up to 10 capacitance sensors with individual analog measurement outputs.
Custom OEM capacitance sensors are available for intergration into
machine tools and inspection systems with linearity to 0.01% of the
measurement range. ... |
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Accumeasure 1500 - Capacitance
Measurement Systems |
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Affordable,
multi-channel capacitive measurement sensors for a wide variety of
general gaging applications. MTI Instruments Inc.: Affordable
Non-contact Gaging Sensors. The Accumeasure 1500 is a multi-channel
capacitive displacement sensor for production, quality control or
laboratory applications. With a frequency response up to 5 kHz, and low
noise levels, it is ideal for a multitude of general gaging
applications. Using a patented approach, the probe to target gap is
converted to a linear 0-10 Vdc output. Displacement, position or
vibration is presented on the digital display, or can be output to an
oscilloscope or data acquisition system. Optional push/pull probes are
available for ungrounded targets. Applications: * Dimensional Gaging, *
Shaft Runout, * Structural Analysis, * Film Thickness, * Motor
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Accumeasure MicroCap - Capacitance
Measurement Systems |
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High Accuracy OEM solutions for micro-positioning and feedback control
applications. MTI Instruments Inc.: The Accumeasure MicroCap is a
compact, custom designed, OEM capacitance system for high-precision
non-contact measurement. It provides exceptional value and offers
sub-nanometer resolution, extremely high stability and fast response
time, making it ideal for micro-positioning, thermal correction,
focusing and closed loop control applications. The MicroCap utilizes
MTII’s latest capacitance amplifier design, backed by nearly 50 years of
product line history and thousands of installations worldwide.
Applications: * Servo-loop positioning control, * Precision dimensional
gauging, * Lens adjustment/focusing, * Flatness and profile
measurements, * Vibration monitoring, * Shaft run-out and analysis, *
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