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News Release from: Rieker Electronics | Subject: H4 Series inclinometers
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 31 May 2005
Inclinometers add an industrial slant
The H4 Series of inclinometers provide single axis inclination sensing in a rugged environmentally protected housing.
Available with 0.5V analogue or digital serial outputs, two levels of temperature compensation, and three different measuring ranges, the H4 Series of inclinometers provide single axis inclination sensing in a rugged environmentally protected housing The sensing package incorporates a liquid capacitive sensing element and integrated temperature compensation over the industrial operating range of -40 to +85C
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 31 May 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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These sensors are available with a choice of two output configurations, analogue voltage or digital serial outputs.
These outputs are linear with respect to the input angle directly.
Depending on the required accuracy, two levels of temperature compensation are available.
Angle ranges available are +/-30, +/-45 and +/-70 degrees.
The serial output (RS232) transmits the degree of angle in a decimal format.
This output provides a continuous stream of readings - one reading per line at approximately 250ms per reading.
The H4 transmits the output to a computer through its serial port, using HyperTerminal as the interface.
The unit is configured for 9600baud, 8bit data, no parity, 1bit stop.
Applications include boom angle indication, platform leveling for construction and lift equipment - built for rugged harsh environments to provide accurate angle monitoring.
The H4 has a common footprint (with adjustment slot) making it easy to retrofit or field replace less durable or accurate sensors.
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