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Linear Position Sensors
News Release from: Penny + Giles | Subject: SLS130 sealed linear sensors
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 19 July 2002
Sensors sample superbike suspension
Sealed linear sensors provide position monitoring on both the front and rear suspension of the Kawasaki Motors Corporation's US road race team bikes in the AMA Chevy Trucks Superbike Series.
In its third season of the AMA Chevy Trucks Superbike Series the Kawasaki Motors Corporation's US road race team based in Irvine, California is mounting an impressive campaign in both the premier Superbike class and the 600cc SuperSport category And for the 2002 season these state-of-the-art racing bikes are equipped with Penny and Giles SLS130 sealed linear sensors to provide position monitoring on front and rear suspension
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 12 Mar 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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The SLS130 fitted to the Kawasaki bikes is designed specifically for motorsport applications with a shorter body length and 25% weight saving.
This makes it ideal for the latest data logging systems used by racing teams to monitor the position of key functions such as throttle and suspension.
Commenting on the choice of sensor, Kawasaki Data Technician Mike Perez says the team is very happy with the SLS130s, which were supplied by Penny and Giles Controls Inc in Chicago, and adds that they provide significantly better performance than the sensors previously used at less than half the cost.
Additionally, the SLS130 has withstood multiple race use in all weather conditions, something not previously experienced.
The standard specification of the SLS130 includes sealing to IP66, an extended range of eight stroke lengths from 25 to 200mm, corrosion-resistant rod-end bearings (with a quick release bearing option), and 1 or 10m cable.
The rear sensors fitted by the Kawasaki team are supplied with a protective stainless steel sleeve for additional protection from road debris "kicked-up" by the rear tyre.
Penny and Giles Controls offers a range of motorsport sensors that are in use on Formula One and other single-seat racecars, rally cars, GT sports cars, touring cars, the US NASCAR series, racing motorcycles and even offshore powerboats. Request a free brochure from Penny + Giles ...
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