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Linear Position Sensors
News Release from: Ultraline | Subject: Snap Fit magnetic sensors
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 11 August 2005
Pneumatic cylinder sensors snap to it
A novel range of magnetic sensors for pneumatic cylinders overcomes the traditional limitations of T-slot mounting.
Pneumatic cylinders that use a T-slot to mount a magnetic sensor to detect the cylinder piston position often have the problem of fitting and removal of the sensor This typically applies when a cylinder is installed and the switch entry and exit points on the cylinder end cap are inaccessible
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 13 Jun 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Ultraline has overcome this problem with the launch of a new patented range of Snap Fit magnetic sensors.
The unique switch retaining system and release mechanism, means that a switch can be simply laid above the T-slot, pressed in, slid into position and retained by a screw at the sensing position required.
Removal is equally easy by operating a clip mechanism on the back of the sensor, thereby facilitating an easy removal of the sensor from the slot.
The Snap Fit is part of a full range of reed and solid-state sensors that can be used with most manufacturers' pneumatic actuators.
Snap Fit is available in reed and solid state types, with solid state employing GMR (giant magnetoresistive) technology.
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