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Vibration sensors suit explosive environments

A Hansford Sensors product story
Edited by the Engineeringtalk editorial team Jul 23, 2007

The new HS-100 sensors are sealed to a minimum of IP67 and can be used in both group I (mining) and group II (petrochemical) applications.

Hansford Sensors has launched the new range of ATEX and IEC Ex-certified, intrinsically safe vibration sensors as an additional choice to the existing HS-100 series of industrial accelerometers.

This range of sensors is designed for use in applications where the environment contains inflammable gases, fumes, chemicals, powders or dust, as found in the mining, gas production, paints, petrochemical, offshore and pharmaceutical industries.

They will allow engineers to monitor vibration levels of pumps, fans, compressors, motors, conveyors, drilling rigs and all types of rotating machinery, which are in a potentially explosive working environment.

Monitoring vibration levels with off or online data collectors allows maintenance engineers to be aware when corrective procedures are needed to maintain maximum production efficiency or avoid costly shut-downs.

The new HS-100 sensors are sealed to a minimum of IP67 and can be used in both group I (mining) and group II (petrochemical) applications.

With their construction in stainless steel and ability to withstand tough operating conditions, the sensors offer reliability, optimum performance and long service.

Available in both top and side entry, the sensors have either an integral cable or connector, including the new M12 version now widely used in industry and chosen by Hansford Sensors for its flexibility and performance.

Waterproof options are available for submerged use up to 100m and various mounting choices exist with threaded, magnetic and quick-fit studs.

Visitors to the company's website can view the complete sensors range and the various certificates awarded for the intrinsically safe operation.

Hansford Sensors has also applied for certification for its range of HS-420 vibration sensors with 4-20mA outputs, ideal for direct connection to PLCs.

It is hoped that this new series will be available in around two months time.

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