Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Signal Conditioning",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Signal conditioner controls signal to noise ratio from
Pacific Instruments, which we summarised at the time by saying "The 6037's 'smart' gain ranging can reduce gain or increase it when the signal is below a specified threshold".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Weighing system handles 500 tonne silo from
AV Technology Silo-Weigh: "Conventional content measurement methods struggle to provide acceptable data for silos as large as the one at Pilkington's Greengate flat glass manufacturing site".
In February 2008, we covered the news from Parker Hannifin
concerning its IQAN sensors
- take a look at Sensors suit mobile applications
which says: "IQAN sensors are mounted in tough stainless steel or plastic housings, complete with all signal conditioning electronics and are protected against shock, vibration and electro-magnetic interference".
Take a look also at the news release from AV Technology, Vibration sensors expand condition monitoring,
as well as Pressure transmitters handle high temperatures from Gefran SIEI UK,
and Discriminating IR sensor takes a narrow view from Melexis.
See also:
Accelerometer has temperature compensation onboard
(December 2007)
Provides very high thermal stability and global accuracy required for measurement of relatively low-level accelerations
Guide helps users choose temperature sensors
(November 2007)
Ametek Calibration Instruments' selection system accommodates several million sensor types, readily guiding the user to the sensor best suited to the application
Temperature monitors provide information online
(November 2007)
Adept Scientific's Web-Temp and Web-TC allow users to take temperature measurements and monitor them via the internet
Small sensor promises long life
(October 2007)
Unguided LVDT suits applications where space is restricted and micron accuracy is required
Pressure sensors monitor environmental conditions
(October 2007)
Sensortechnics' HCA Baro sensors perform precision digital signal conditioning
Sensor range offers greater accuracy
(October 2007)
Applied Measurements' miniature, economy and industrial sensors now offer the option of 0.25% accuracy and a maximum delivery time of four weeks
Controllers suit pharmaceutical applications
(September 2007)
Eurotherm's controllers have a lockout feature that permits changes through a 21 CFR Part 11 compliant operator station
DAQ modules suit automotive monitoring
(July 2007)
The QIC Car PC offers the ideal platform for both normal data collection from installed sensors, and measurements acquired from CAN, LIN, MOST and FlexRay vehicle bus networks
Signal conditioning modules reduce signal wiring
(July 2007)
Jumpflex 857 signal conditioning and relay modules offer a system approach to signal switching and conditioning
Load cell monitors robes and cables
(July 2007)
The RLT load cell is available in versions suitable for ranges from 49Nm to 25kNm with linearity of +/-0.03%, very high accuracy and infinite resolution
Displacement sensors offer high resolution
(June 2007)
Micro-Epsilon's capaNCDT sensor system uses a guard ring principle that enables earthing through the sensor rather than the target, which means the target does not have to be electrically grounded
Signal conditioning module
(June 2007)
The SSC unit 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
Conditioner keeps watch over rotating machines
(May 2007)
High-performance signal conditioning unit provides protection for many types of rotating machinery including centrifuges, fans, gearboxes, motors, pumps, compressors and conveyors
Vibration transducer handles harsh applications
(May 2007)
The Environmental Equipments Model 1070 industrial vibration transducer is suitable for continuous machine condition monitoring applications where long-term signal reliability is essential
Company provides waves for Pirates movie
(May 2007)
Parker Hannifin developed a system to hold full-size replica sailing ships and to provide realistic wave motion safely, reliably and at realistic filming costs
Transducer deals with long wires
(May 2007)
RDP Electronics' S7TW loop powered transducer can handle signal conditioning of LVDT position sensors in harsh industrial environments
Linear position sensors tolerate radioactivity
(May 2007)
Macro Sensors' HSTAR linear position sensors can tolerate high temperatures and mild radiation
Load cell reduces side loading effects
(May 2007)
RDP Electronics' Model 31 universal load cell suits applications where space is at a premium
Dynamic signal analysers come in USB or Ethernet
(April 2007)
IPC Systems' DSA hardware provides signal conditioning and data acquisition, while the eZ-series PC-based software provides monitoring and analysis functions
Catalogue expands microphone coverage
(April 2007)
Microphones and conditioning product catalogue includes information about acoustical, regulatory and related standards, plus a glossary of acoustical terms
LVDT range expanded
(April 2007)
Recent additions to the LVDT range from Applied Measurements has increased the extent of applications in which they can be used
Data logger offers ease of use
(April 2007)
The KA-USB data logger from KA Sensors offers a new solution for sensor to computer connection and data acquisition
Torque sensor range suits industrial applications
(March 2007)
The Mini-Smart Torque Sensor 4502 is suitable both for dynamic detection of starting torque, breakaway torque for bolt or screwdriver operations and quality assurance monitoring
Retrofitted weighing system aids stock management
(March 2007)
AV Technology's Silo-Weigh retrofit weighing system is being used to measure the weight of material in two 120 tonne crushed slate silos and a 60 tonne calcium carbonate silo
Large indicators display time
(March 2007)
Amplicon's new displays include clocks and counters that show information in hours, minutes and seconds
Digital controllers offer simple setup
(March 2007)
Macro Sensors DMC dual-channel LVDT controllers offer simplified sensor calibration and set-up with a scrolling display that actively guides users on what information to input
Strain gauge sensor range expanded
(February 2007)
Available with custom interconnections and signal conditioning electronics, the P150 provides an OEM sensor option suitable for many medium to high volume applications
Transducer conditioner dons rugged protection
(February 2007)
Signal conditioning module is now available with a rugged die-cast aluminium alloy housing, suitable for harsh environmental conditions and electrically noisy applications
Torque transducer integrates signal conditioning
(February 2007)
Digital torque transducer claims new standards by integrating high precision measurement and analysis tools
Free seminars on measurement and control
(January 2007)
A free three-hour hands-on seminar offers a chance to learn how to design and build powerful measurement and control applications using LabView and NI data acquisition devices
Slimline level sensors slip down boreholes
(January 2007)
The LMP305 slimline submersible level transmitter has a 316 grade stainless steel sensor housing with a 316L stainless steel isolation diaphragm
Transducers handle high pressure testing
(January 2007)
Hydraulic pressure test stands can be extremely unforgiving to some pressure transducers
Low-frequency accelerometer tests for shock
(January 2007)
Accelerometer with onboard signal conditioning is designed for very low frequency measurements in instrumentation, test, aerospace and automotive applications
Signal conditioner helps spot bad vibrations
(January 2007)
Accelerometer signal conditioning module is a versatile, cost-effective alternative to traditional vibration monitoring instrumentation