Instrumentation and Control News - Magnetic Sensors

Low-cost torque sensor `overcomes drawbacks`

Mon, 11 Jun 2007 19:47:22 +0200

Fast`s technique - on which there are 20 patents pending - is to magnetise the shaft and to sense the changes in the magnetic field that occur when torque is applied. These changes are detected by a sensing head typically placed about 1mm from the shaft, and are then converted into an electrical signal by conditioning electronics

Robust noncontact torque sensor has integrated DSP

Sat, 09 Jun 2007 19:34:35 +0200

The Type 4504A torque sensor from Kistler Instruments is suited to applications where space is at a premium and operating conditions are far from ideal

Torque sensor with digital signal processing

Sat, 09 Jun 2007 05:34:35 +0200

Kistler Instruments has developed a robust, non-contact torque sensor with integrated digital signal processing called the Type 4504A

7230 HT Series Multi-Variable Level Sensor for Level, Interface and Temperature Measurements

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 19:47:22 +0200

Field-Proven System Provides Ideal Solution for Difficult "Mixed" Hydrocarbon and other Oil & Gas Applications.

MTS' Level Sensors Offer Faster Response, Output Options for Sanitary Applications

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 19:47:22 +0200

"Accuracy, repeatability, and reliability of the MTS magnetostrictive measurement, based on its patented Temposonics® technology, are the foundations of the new MTS level sensors,"

ASM offers a new angle on position sensing

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 19:47:22 +0200

The new PRAS1 magnetic angle sensor is mounted in a compact M12 housing. With only a 13 mm diameter and an overall length of approximately 50 mm, this small sensor saves space and can be installed in the tightest locations. Its dependable and rugged design makes the PRAS1 angle sensor well-suited for angle monitoring in a wide variety of heavy duty applications such as factory automation equipment, variable valve controls and mobile working machines.

ASM Sensors, Inc. Introduces Magnetic Angle Sensor In 20 mm Flat Servo Flange Housing

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 20:15:09 +0200

Since this sensor is in a rugged IP 68 stainless steel housing, it can reliably handle the toughest industrial environments and makes it suitable for many applications such as steering and tilt angle measurement on mobile construction equipment.

MTS sensor helps brake Bugatti Veyron

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 00:03:04 +0100

MTS Systems Corp. Sensors Division has adapted its mobile hydraulic (Model MS) Temposonics® magnetostrictive sensor for use in the Bugatti Veyron high-end passenger car, the world’s fastest street-legal motor vehicle.

System to measure sprayed skin thickness from Bestech

Sun, 04 Mar 2007 23:32:03 +0100

The eddy current sensor measures the distance by going through the sprayed skin to the nickel-coated spray mould. The eddy current sensor has an opening in the centre through which the laser sensor measures the distance to the top of the sprayed part. The processed signals are subtracted from each other to determine the exact thickness signal...

April Launch for Automatic Tread Sensor

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 02:02:14 +0100

The Tyrecheck unit incorporates a sensor mounted within a mat. When a tyre rolls over the mat, the sensor detects the minute changes in magnetic field created by the tyre tread and compares these against data for a new tyre.

Quest To Build Most Powerful Magnetic Field Sensor Could Reap Military, Medical Benefits

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 17:43:27 +0100

The funding for the project, "Single Ferromagnetic Nanocontact-Based Devices as Magnetic Field Sensors," will be delivered in two stages. The first stage, valued at $100,000 for one year, requires a proof of concept, in which Brankovic and Ruchhoeft must construct a working sensor...

Signet 2552 Metal Magmeter Flow Sensor

Sun, 11 Feb 2007 23:48:27 +0100

The Signet 2552 Magmeter Flow Sensor heavy duty, high performance sensor can be Installed by Hot-taping and More...

Fail-safe position sensor uses redundancy

Fri, 02 Feb 2007 12:57:18 +0100

The redundant G-Series sensor measures critical variables by means of two or three independent, functionally identical measurement systems. They are completely independent and can be switched on individually.

The new MZT6 magnetic cylinder sensor

Fri, 26 Jan 2007 04:02:25 +0100

The sensor, used for detecting the position of pistons in pneumatic cylinders, is based on a new type of chip technology. Its 2D magnetic field evaluation considerably improves both the accuracy and the hysteresis of the switching signals, preventing the double switching that would otherwise occur frequently...

DELTA-P Transmitters for high line pressure feature Hall-Effect sensors

Sun, 14 Jan 2007 04:08:01 +0100

The transmitters are available in piston and diaphragm sensor models rated from 1,500- to 5,000-psig line pressures. Piston models cover DP ranges of 0-5 to 0-1,000 psid; diaphragm models cover DP ranges of 0-5 to 0-300 psid. Orange Research transmitters incorporate a Hall-effect sensor to transform DP measurement into an electrical output.