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ASM introduces magnetic rotary position sensor
ASM has introduced its PRAS20, a non-contact, rotary position sensor in a slim 6mm (1/4in) low profile package.
News from ASM ( 4 September 2008)
Sensors brochure teaches LVDT basics
New 16-page colour capabilities brochure features both linear and rotary position sensor solutions.
News from Macro Sensors (29 August 2008)
Sensors measure up to 30 positions in one
Multiposition measurement is available for all sensors with a fieldbus interface, and CANbus and Profibus sensors are able to measure up to 30 positions simultaneously.
News from MTS Sensor Technologie (27 August 2008)
Signal conditioning module has universal appeal
Module can work with any manufacturer's transducer and is suitable to drive four-, five- or six-wire differential LVDTs, ratiometric LVDTs and three-wire inductive half-bridge transducers. Brochure available
News from Penny + Giles ( 7 August 2008)
Low-voltage sensors take position off-road
Hermetically sealed frictionless position sensors are now available as low-voltage 5V DC units for hydraulic cylinder and valve position sensing within vehicles.
News from Macro Sensors ( 4 August 2008)
Measurement systems meet ATX requirements
RDP Electronics offers intrinsically safe measurement systems made to order. Brochure available
News from RDP Electronics (31 July 2008)
LVDTs come with with 4-20mA output
RDP now offers 4-20mA output as an option on a wide range of transducers, either directly or in conjunction with a simple external module. Brochure available
News from RDP Electronics (22 July 2008)
Contact sensor provides simple measurements
The IP67 rated GT incorporates a linear ball-bearing "air-push" spindle tip that pneumatically extends and retracts for each measurement cycle. Brochure available
News from Keyence (UK) (21 July 2008)
Trade-in deal cuts the cost of shaft alignment
The XA system offers users faster alignment out in the field, with faster set-up than other systems and extreme accuracy over long distances.
News from Fixturlaser (18 July 2008)
The case for laser measurement
Technical background article Matthew Scott examines the performance and application of optical distance measurement systems for motion control and positioning.
News from TR Electronic (16 July 2008)
Sensors resolve position and velocity
The RP and RH are made by MTS Temposonics, the originator of magnetostrictive technology, and recognised as the world leader for quality and service. Brochure available
News from RDP Electronics ( 3 July 2008)
Sensor handles tough hydraulic applications
The new Gefran RK series position transducer uses a contactless magnetostrictive linear sensor for accurate and reliable displacement measurement in hydraulic applications. Brochure available
News from Gefran SIEI UK (30 June 2008)
Linear position sensors offer indefinite lifetimes
Macro Sensors' LP750 series linear position sensors are offered with a pre-calibrated, loop-powered 4-20 input/output or a nominal 24V DC input 0 to 10V DC output.
News from Macro Sensors (24 June 2008)
Inertial navigation system handles interrupted GPS
Inertial+ is able to ignore or correct jumps in the GPS measurements, making it suited to surveying an urban environment.
News from Oxford Technical Solutions (11 June 2008)
Tiny draw-wire sensor suits long-term use
The M150 can be installed in a volume of less than 20 x 20 x 10mm and provides an essentially infinite linear position resolution over measurement range of 0 to 38mm
News from Variohm Eurosensor (11 June 2008)
Linear displacement sensor handles varied jobs
The KD-2306 linear displacement sensor can measure both ferrous and nonferrous metal targets with a measurement resolution as small as 0.05um
News from Ixthus Instrumentation ( 5 June 2008)
Displacement sensor handles high speeds
The 8709 potentiometric displacement sensor provides excellent measuring accuracy at movement speeds of up to 10m/s due to a high-grade resistance line and two multifinger grinders.
News from Burster (14 May 2008)
Integrated strain gauges save space
Ixthus is able to provide OEMs and research organisations with miniature strain gauges directly assembled into customised load bearing components and structures.
News from Ixthus Instrumentation (14 May 2008)
Displacement sensors handle 0.5 to 630mm range
In its latest 52-page catalogue, precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon offers the widest range of inductive displacement sensors available, with around 250 different standard sensor types. Brochure available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK ( 8 May 2008)
Position sensor copes with small surface defects
Micro-Epsilon's optoNCDT 2200-LL uses a special cylindrical lens that widens the laser spot to an oval shape. Brochure available
News from Micro-Epsilon UK ( 8 May 2008)
Sensor monitors displacement and vibration
The PC420D is the first IEPE displacement transducer and 4-20mA vibration transmitter packaged as a single sensor.
News from Wilcoxon Research (30 April 2008)
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