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Capacitive Position Sensors and Their
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 Physik
Instrumente (PI): Many application areas today require the highest
of measurement accuracies, with resolutions in the nanometer or
subnanometer realm. Examples range from semiconductors and biotechnology
through quality assurance and automotive to metrology and microscopy.
Even in “normal” machining, more and more automated tasks require
high-accuracy positioning, which means that suitably high-precision
measuring equipment is essential. This places high demands on the
sensors used. In addition, the sensors must be as easy to integrate in
the application as possible, and usually must also exhibit excellent
dynamic performance. The accuracy and repeatability of the sensors used
is a major determinant of the performance of any positioning system.
Anyone requiring the maximum possible accuracy—in the nanometer or even
picometer realm—will be using capacitive sensors. One specialist in the
area of nanopositioning systems manufacture is PI (Physik Instrumente),
a company which has long been a moving force in the development of
high-precision capacitive position sensors, mostly for use in its own
products. Today, capacitive position sensors of various different types,
some with resolutions down into the subnanometer realm, have their own
place in the product palette. Capacitive sensor metrology has more to
offer than just high accuracy: The sensors provide non-contact
measurements of the actual position of the moved object
directly—accuracy, stability and bandwidth are substantially better than
those obtained with conventional LVDT or SGS sensors. ... |
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New space-saving wireless position switch |
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GmbH has expanded their product range of BNS electromechanical limit
switches to include an unusually space-saving wireless transceiver
solution for the licensefree 868MHz ISM band. The new, compact sensor in
the miniature series 99 housing features housing dimensions of just
40x20x51 mm and receives its power from a highperformance battery.
Installation, startup and function are identical to that of a
conventional position switch. This new sensor now offers a size
alternative to the proven wireless solution with electro-generative
power production in the DIN standard F60 housing. Balluff single and
multiple position switches have proven themselves in machine tool
building for decades. As reliable trigger devices for automatic
controllers, they are found wherever precision positioning and
end-of-travel sensing is required. They are mechanically actuated, for
example by a control cam. With these new BNS sensors the signal
transmission is without cable, eliminating the need to route wire and
cable. AS with the conventional BNS sensors, the use can choose from
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Bourns Produces Automotive Product
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Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic
components, today announced that it has posted a new video of the
company's Automotive Division capabilities on its website,
www.bourns.com. The Bourns Automotive Division develops and designs a
wide range of customized automotive position sensors, speed and torque sensors
and fuel cards. Providing worldwide customer support, these products are
manufactured in TS16949 certified facilities throughout Europe, North
America and Asia. "The video illustrates how customers can benefit from
Bourns extensive engineering and localized support," said Jeff Pyle,
vice president and general manager of Bourns Automotive Division.
"Customers will be able to view Bourns R&D and design group, prototype
and sample shop, laboratories and of particular interest, our lacquer
production. This core competency is responsible for the development of
reliable, long life potentiometers, for which Bourns is renowned ... |
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Linear Inductive Encoder Kit |
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 POSIC
introduces a highly miniaturized incremental inductive encoder kit
IT3401 for linear applications. The sensor-head measures only 11 x 11 mm
with a thickness of 0.9 mm and has A quad B and Index output signals.
The linear scale is a 0.6 mm thick and 7.5 mm wide PCB-strip that comes
in different lengths. The resolution ranges from 0.3 um at a speed of
0.2 m/s to 150 um at 50 m/s. Typical applications are in the
mechatronics and motion-control domains as position feedback device for
magnetic actuators like brushed and brushless motors, voice coil
actuators, solenoids, linear drives and more. Markets served include
industrial, robotics, medical, instrumentation, laboratory automation,
office equipment. Evaluation kits containing 2 cabled sensors, ... |
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Melexis automotive position sensor with
SENT protocol lowers cost and improves performance under hood |
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 SENT
protocol for Engine Management devices gains support with launch of
first fully integrated SENT rotary position sensor IC, MLX90324 by
Melexis. High temperature performance and integrated support for the
SENT (Single Edge Nibble Transmission) characterize the new MLX90324.
Under-hood position sensor applications like EGR, manifold actuation,
diesel throttle body, drive-by-wire pedals and other rotary, high
precision position sensors become simpler, more reliable and more cost
effective. The increased demand for sensors to meet new green standards
in engine design can be well supported by Melexis MLX90324. This newest
member in the Triaxistm family extends the features of previous award
winning Triaxistm rotary position sensor ICs. The MLX90324 implements
the SENT protocol–also known as SAE J2716-Apr07 ... |
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Industrial Laser Distance Meters for
medium and long range Measurement |
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 Jenoptik:
Fast, non-contact, precise and reliable. The compact laser distance
meters of the LDM41/42/43 series measure distances with millimeter
accuracy – also without reflectors. The phase comparison method allows
for absolute measurement results with repeated precision. Offering a
measuring range of 30 metern on natural surfaces, the sensors are
ideally suited for position determination of production goods, control
of hoisting gear or measurement of fill levels in silos. ... |
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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 generation rugged and configurable
dual output rotary position sensor |
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 Penny
+ Giles, designer and manufacturer of high precision position
sensors, has launched its most configurable rotary sensor, the SRH500P.
The factory programmable sensor, for use in extreme environments, gives
OEMs a wide selection of parameters so the sensor can be configured to
suit their individual needs. Based on non-contact Hall effect technology
it can operate in high dither vibration conditions with no deterioration
of the sensing element. It is resistant to shock and vibration which
makes it ideal for many position monitoring applications on off-highway
vehicles. These include steering position, suspension position and lift
system position on municipal, agricultural and construction vehicles.
The sensor operates from either a 5Vdc regulated or 9-30Vdc unregulated
power supply and can be supplied programmed with any one of 341
different angles from 20 degrees up to 360 degrees in one degree
increments. It has a 12 bit resolution (0.025%) over the selected
measuring range and for ease of configuration is it available with
single or dual redundant analog (0.5 to 4.5Vdc) ... |
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Razor-sharp positioning - Razor-sharp
measurement with ParCon/PosCon line sensors |
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 With
the new generation of line sensors PosCon and ParCon from Baumer,
the edges of paper webs can be controlled more accurately, positions of
wires determined more exactly or the width of a plastic profile at the
outlet of an extruder measured more accurately. The sensor detects the
edges of the objects along a narrow measuring line with a resolution of
up to 0,03 mm. Depending on the mode, these edges are assessed
differently, and the result can then be issued as an analog value
(4...20 mA). In this way, edge positions within the measuring range can
be accurately determined, object widths measured or objects positioned
according to the center of the object. As the sensors operate by the
retro-reflection principle, they detect objects regardless of their
color and surface. Even transparent objects such as packaging films can
be reliably detected. The measuring frequency of up to 1 kHz also
permits the position of fast-moving objects to be accurately assessed.
The high resolution permits the smallest changes or deviations to be
determined and thereby helps to improve the quality of the end product. ... |
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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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New sensor signal conditioning module
costs less than £35 |
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 Penny
+ Giles has launched a new high-performance, low-cost, sensor signal
conditioning module for any sensor that produces a 0-5Vdc output signal.
The SSC unit, which retails in the UK for less than £35 for OEM
quantities, is housed in an IP68 rated rugged metal enclosure and is
suitable for OEMs wanting to convert sensor output voltage signals to a
4-20mA current signal. The SSC is easy to use and features many options
for a flexible-set up. As a result it suits a variety of applications,
for example transmitting the output signal of a rotary position sensor
linked to a steam valve in a power generating plant, over a long
distance to a control room. SSC reliably converts a sensor’s output
voltage signal to a 4-20mA (or optional 5-19mA) current output, or by
using additional module cards, into a variety of different voltage
formats or a digital pulse width modulated output. The SSC module also
provides a 5Vdc source that may be used as a supply for many types of
sensor, including potentiometers, contactless position transducers, tilt
sensors, pressure transducers and load cells. ... |
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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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Laser Distance Meter LDM43, with Profibus
and SSI Interface |
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distances with millimeter accuracy. Precisely define positions.
Registering motion processes. Jenoptik: The LDM43 is an opto-electronic
distance meter for industrial applications. Equipped with a Profibus DP
interface, the LDM43 can easily be integrated into any fieldbus-driven
process controller. The additional SSI interface provides another
convenient option for controlled operation of the measuring device. A
compact and robust design shape combines with low power consumption,
selectable switching outputs and the possibility to set specific
application parameters to warrant flexibility in use. Benefits: *
Precise: phase comparison allows distances up to 150 meters to be
measured with millimeter accuracy. * Non-wearing: distances are reliably
determined in a non-contact procedure that requires no reflector within
a range of up to 30 m. * Accurate: an eye-safe easily perceivable
measuring beam is provided for pin-point alignment of the sensor.
Applications: * Distance measurement and determination of positions, *
Fill-level measurement, * Position monitoring of moving objects, *
Positioning of ... |
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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 ... |
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New electronic cylinder switch from
Balluff, BMF 235 – the new standard for T-slots |
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BMF binary switching, magnetic field sensing electronic cylinder
switches from Balluff are known for their flexibility. Positions
can be detected on virtually any pneumatic cylinder or gripper. With
their new BMF 235, sensor specialist and network provider Balluff has
rounded out their line of magnetic field sensors with a special model
designed for T-slots. The new electronic cylinder switch features an
especially short housing of just 23 mm and an extremely bright LED for
the switching function. The LED is easily visible even from a distance
of 25 meters on a brightly lit factory floor. Insertable in the T-slot
from above, this flush mount sensor can be installed even when the slot
end is obstructed. It disappears in any Tslot without protruding. 8 mm
shorter than the previous models, the BMF 235 is the ideal choice for
short stroke cylinders, mini-grippers and other space-critical
applications. In practical use this mini-sensor features high accuracy,
short overtravel distances and low hysteresis. ... |
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VeriSens® C-Mount – Flexible, precise
position recognition and measurement checking |
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 Baumer:
So you’ve solved your application, but your vision sensor fails to meet
system integration requirements? VeriSens® C-Mount gives you enhanced
integration flexibility. C-Mount lenses let you choose the best mounting
position in your system. A protective cap safeguards the lens against
soiling and damage for greater process reliability. The caps are
available in different lengths. With VeriSens® C-Mount, readings of
measurements and object’s coordinates can now be obtained in “real”
coordinates, i.e. millimeters, regardless of the object’s position in
the image. A simple calibration corrects perspectival contortions and
lens distortions. VeriSens® C-Mount therefore serves as a
measurement-checking and position-detecting sensor, taking over tasks
which previously required costly, complex image processing systems.
Combined with highly effective functions to control presence,
completeness and identification (reading and checking characters and
numbers, barcodes and matrix codes), this qualifies the sensor for many
applications – including machine construction, packaging and handling –
where parts for a pick-and-place robot must be detected in all
positions. ... |
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Micronas presenting the smallest linear
Hall sensor with integrated EEPROM |
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 Micronas,
a leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative and user-specific IC
and sensor system solutions for use in automobiles and in industry,
presents its HAL 1820, the first member of a new family of
value-optimized linear Hall sensors. The HAL 1820 is Micronas’ answer to
the market demand for an adaptable, robust and cost-effective sensor
with low space requirement for detecting the position, the direction of
movement or fluid levels, for current measurements and as an alternative
to conventional potentiometers. The HAL 1820 meets every quality
criteria of an automotive component, has best-in-class EMC capability
and features internal overvoltage and reverse voltage protection at the
power supply terminal. “The electrical characteristics of the sensor
such as field strength, sensitivity, offset and temperature coefficient
are stored in an internal EEPROM. ... |
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Differential Inductive Position Sensor |
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 POSIC
introduces the differential inductive position sensor IS2201. The sensor
measures only 6.2 x 8.6 mm with a thickness of 0.9 mm and has a
differential analog output signal. The bandwidth is 40 kHz at an airgap
up to 1.5 mm. Targets can be made of ferromagnetic or electrically
conducting materials like steel, copper, aluminum and brass. The sensor
detects a lateral movement in front of the sensor-face, e.g. a gear or
slotted disc for speed control, a single tooth for index- or
stop-position or for short-range linear measurement. Typical
applications are in the automation, mechatronics and motion-control
domains for measurement of speed, stop-position or short-range linear
position. Markets served include industrial, automotive, robotics,
medical, instrumentation, laboratory automation, office equipment.
Evaluation kits containing 2 cabled sensors, a linear or rotary target,
a sensor-holder, ... |
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Lab efficiency and safety |
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 With
its comprehensive sensor technologies portfolio for laboratory
automation, Baumer offers sensors for presence detection,
position verification, level measurement, or object and code
identification. Test tubes and microwell plates are often tagged with
encoding, such as bar codes. Baumer Smart Vision solutions allow for
different encoding types to be detected safely and also offer a
character recognition function (OCR). The code identification can be
combined with a crosscheck against other relevant specifications. This
feature increases the efficiency by allowing several inspection tasks to
be easily and flexibly performed in one step. When working with
microwell plates, highest precision is everything. The new Series 09
ultrasonic sensors conduct non-contact and cross-contamination-free
liquid level sensing in microwell plates with an accuracy of a
microliter. It is possible to cascade the nine-millimeter wide sensors,
which facilitates scanning the different fill levels in a 96 microwell
plate ‘on the fly’ in the course of a single scanning. Certainty about
the fill levels is important for the early recognition of potential
mistakes and for the verification of the analytical findings ... |
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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°. Technical
details ... |
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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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The Smallest Reed With Flat Terminal
Leads |
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 MEDER
electronic AG: Currently the smallest Reed Switch with flat terminal
leads in the world is now available from MEDER electronic. A glass
length of only 4mm makes the KSK-1A04 Series the smallest Reed Switch
with terminal leads presently on the market. Its flat contact terminals
make it suitable for all SMD layouts and for automatic assembly. Typical
applications for this Reed Switch are contactless sensors for position
detection and as a limit switch in conjunction with a permanent magnet.
It is especially suitable for all low-power applications in miniature
devices, medical technologies, or in any fields where space constraints
are an issue. For automatic Pick & Place assembly, this component is
delivered in Tape & Reel packaging. The KSK-1A04 Series is manufactured
at our state-of-the-art MEDER electronic factory in Thüringen, Germany ... |
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The fast laser distance meters of the
LDM301 series measure distances and speed |
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 Jenoptik:
The fast laser distance meters of the LDM301 series measure distances
and speed – also from or towards moving objects. The laser pulse
time-of-flight (TOF) measurement principle allows for measuring ranges
up to 3000 meters on target boards or up 300 meters on natural surfaces.
Main applications for the compact laser sensors are exact positioning of
vehicles, cranes or loading units of large area stock grounds. By the
way: the LDM301 is worldwide the first industrial laser sensor of ist
kind, that combines fast distance metering with long measuring range and
additional speed measurement capabilities in one compact device. ... |
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End-of-travel monitoring on hydraulic
cylinders, High pressure rated M8 and M5 sensors with small footprint |
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 Balluff
has expanded their proven product line of high pressure rated inductive
sensors in M12 and M18 housings to include miniaturized form factors.
Ideal applications for these 350 bar rated miniature sensors in M8 and
M5 housings include industrial and mobile hydraulics as well as valve
technology. The new, miniaturized sensors, which are currently offered
only by Balluff, open up a variety of new application possibilities for
the user. Their compact size is ideal in miniaturized power units and
valves as well as hydraulic block cylinders as used for example to
actuate slides on injection molding machines. The IP68 rated housing of
these flush-mountable sensors is made of stainless steel, with a ceramic
sensing surface. The sealing design is the same as for their
tried-and-true M12 and M18 bigger brothers: here also a clever O-ring
and support ring combination ensures high pressure resistance. The new
sensors, which offer a maximum switching frequency ... |
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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
connections for analog and RS-485 outputs.. ... |
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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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New Safety Switches, Interlocking Devices
and Command Devices in the Leuze electronic portfolio |
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electronic has completely rearranged and extended its product range
of Safety Switches and Interlocking Devices. With the reorganization and
extension of its Switch and Interlocking Device portfolio, Leuze
electronic is underpinning its claim of being able to meet the most
demanding customer requirements as a complete safety sensor technology
provider. The S20 and S200 Safety Switches, for example, are new to the
range. The S2000 series can in particular be used for monitoring
sliding, rotating and swiveling safety doors in extremely tough
environments. Exceptionally robust Safety Position Switches and Safety
Hinge Switches are also provided. With their IP 67 protection rating
metal housing, they are also equipped for heavy duty industrial
applications. With their compact and sturdy housing, the new L10, L100
and L200 Interlocking Devices in the range can be universally used in
the most diverse applications – regardless of whether the focus is on an
ambitious costs target, or high protective device demands. ... |
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Hall effect position sensor gives maximum
performance in extreme environments |
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+ Giles has launched an upgrade to its popular SRH280 contactless
rotary position sensor. The new SRH280P incorporates a factory
programmable Hall effect rotary sensor to provide reliable and accurate
rotary measurement in extreme motorsport environments, such as steering
position monitoring, throttle position sensing and suspension feedback.
The sensor is also highly suited to a wide range of other industrial
applications. Unlike potentiometer sensors, the SRH280P can operate in
high dither vibration conditions with no deterioration of the sensing
element due to the non-contacting operating principle. As a result it
offers maximum performance in a variety of high duty cycle applications
on racing vehicles, including single-seat cars, sports cars, touring
cars and motorcycles. With no electrical sliding contacts SRH280P offers
an almost limitless sensor life. SRH280P operates from either a 5Vdc
regulated or 9-30Vdc unregulated power supply and for ease of
configuration, is available with analogue (0.5 to 4.5Vdc) or digital
(Pulse Width Modulated) signal output. The sensor is factory
programmable, allowing ... |
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High-grade steel sensors - Install and
forget |
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 This
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
technology for higher performance |
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The new ECL202 eddy-current displacement/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 tilt sensor from Penny + Giles offers
high performance in a compact, robust, low-power package |
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+ Giles, the position sensor specialist, has launched a new ±60°
tilt measurement sensor. The compact STT280, which is priced
competitively, features low power consumption and a rugged, IP68 sealed
housing, making it ideal for construction industry, off-road vehicle and
access platform applications. Tilt sensors are increasingly used in
safety critical applications such as safe load indication systems on
cranes and platforms. The sensors provide vital data to ensure equipment
is operating within its nominal load envelope. The STT280 measures up to
±60°, with an output range from 0.5 to 4.5Vdc over the full inclination
angle. Based on proven solid-state technology, the new sensor has a low
power requirement of less than 6.5mA, so it can be used in hard-wired or
battery-powered systems, for maximum flexibility for OEMs. By using this
technology, the STT280 provides distinct advantages in reliability,
stability and compactness over fluid based, electrolytic and pendulum
operated 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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 Penny
+ 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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Optimize the performance of your solar
panels! |
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 For
perfect orientation of the photovoltaic cells towards the sun, discover
the group Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) solution : CROUZET
Sensors, Micromotors, Logic Controllers, & BEI Ideacod Encoders:
-Angular position detection of the mobile panels - Calculation of the
panels position and Control of the movement to face the sun according to
their geographical positions - Continual tracking of the suns position
with extreme precision - Limitation of the panel travel. Whatever the
technology or needs expressed, CST adapt its products to your
specifications, even the most specific! ... |
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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
Vibration, * Micro-Positioning, * Web Thickness, * Alignment, * Leveling ... |
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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, *
Thermal expansion monitoring ... |
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