Balluff, Inc.
Florence, KY 41042-0937
Oct 08, 2009 Available in standard and Plus versions, Micropulse Generation 7 comes in analog rod style housing that offers IP68 protection for pre-wired cables (IP67 for connector models). Micropulse, the base offering, is backwards-compatible to Generation 5 products, while more advanced Micropulse Plus offers flexible output scaling and configuration via PC interface. Both offer stroke lengths to 300 in. and max non-linearity of ±50 µm for nominal strokes less than 500 mm.

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Waltham, MA 02454
Oct 06, 2009 With up to 2,000 measurement profile points and Hi-Res sensor, IPlus! measures weight or thickness in cast film extrusion, sheet extrusion, nonwovens, vinyl calendering, and extrusion coating applications. Operator interface facilitates use of this measurement and control system, which incorporates sensor technology and software. Optionally, AutoDie Profile Control's (APC) non-linear mapping capabilities help reduce scrap or non-conforming product.

Magnesium Elektron Powders North America (Reade Manufacturing Co.)
Manchester, NJ 08759
Sep 30, 2009 Using ultrasonic immersion detector, Elektron® Ultrasonix operator can ultrasonically check products to Aerospace Material Specification AMS 2154. Automatic ultrasonic flaw detection within immersion tank removes inherent operator error, enabling repeatable checking of material cleanliness. Supported by K-scan data acquisition and analysis software, machine is custom-built to check both round billet and flat plate or extrusions. Scanning envelope accommodates parts up to 3,000 x 1,000 x 450 mm.

Solar Metrology
Holbrook, NY 11714
Sep 28, 2009 Utilizing X-ray fluorescence, it-situ System SMX-ISI provides composition and thickness measurements for thin film solar PV metal film stacks on flexible roll to roll substrates such as stainless steel, aluminum, and polyimide or rigid substrates such as float glass. Typical measurement applications include Mo thickness and all CIGS combinations. System can be integrated into any vacuum deposition tool, vacuum process station, or point of vacuum process line.

Balluff, Inc.
Florence, KY 41042-0937
Sep 17, 2009 Rugged Micropulse® ProCompact rod-style linear position transducer incorporates non-contact magnetostrictive technology into welded, hermetically-sealed stainless steel housing, for protection against environmental hazards. It comes in standard ¾ in.-16 UNF mounting threads, enabling installation into hydraulic or pneumatic cylinders. Device is environmentally protected to IP68, and threaded fitting on housing can accommodate cable protection system for protection up to IP69K.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.
Depew, NY 14043 2495
Sep 11, 2009 Suited for torque studies on aircraft turbine engine air starters and cantilevered aerospace hydraulic motors and pumps, series 4115K uses non-contact, rotary transformer for sending excitation voltage to, and receiving measurement signals from, strain gage instrumented rotating sensor element. Optional pickup provides output proportional to speed and optional K-type thermal couple monitors internal bearing temperature. Models are available with speeds up to 27,000 rpm.

Mitutoyo America Corp.
Aurora, IL 60504
Sep 01, 2009 IP67-rated Digimatic Hook Style Depth Gage features hook positioned perpendicular to end of main scale, enabling depth gage jaws to securely affix to lips or other projections. Dustproof, chipproof, and coolantproof protection promotes .0005 in. resolution and ±.0015 in. accuracy at depth range of .4-8.4 in. Featuring stainless steel construction with hardened and micro-lapped measuring faces, gauge has mounting holes in base, and wider extension bases are available.

Sensonics
Berkhamsted Hertfor HP1 1EF  United Kingdom
Aug 26, 2009 Suited for set-up and calibration of thrust measurement systems, model DN8033 4-20 mA module is powered through measurement loop, providing integration with either local machine PLC or plant wide DCS. It operates in conjunction with 8 mm dia proximity probes, offering maximum measurement range of ±1 mm. Providing output current proportional to displacement, DIN Rail mountable unit offers 2 miniature multi-turn potentiometers for setting of gain and zero point parameters.

BYK Gardner USA
Columbia, MD 21046 2729
Aug 03, 2009 Offering measuring range to 120 mil for Fe and NFe substrates, one-handed byko-test 4500 requires no cable or calibration when changing from ferrous to non-ferrous substrates. It has integrated, non-wearing ruby probe tip to protect probe and surface of measured area. Ready to use instrument comes with carrying case with zero plates, calibration certificate, operating instructions, and batteries.

AMETEK Solartron Metrology
Gastonia, NC 19301
Jul 27, 2009 Featuring stainless steel bodies and Mineral Insulated Cable options for chemical resistance, SR Series Absolute Linear Position Sensors are suited for laboratory, process control, and transportation applications. Units are available in sealed versions capable of withstanding pressures of 100 Bar or IP68-rated with MS type connectors. DC/DC and 4-20 mA versions feature on board signal conditioning along with screening against electrical interference.

LayTec GmbH
Berlin   Germany
Jul 07, 2009 Designed for in-line use, SolR is capable of monitoring film thickness of all layers throughout thin-film photovoltaic process, including transparent conducting oxide, absorber, and buffer layers. System is available in various editions for copper indium gallium selenide and CdTe-based thin-film solar cell processes. It is compatible with in-line and roll-to-roll processes and works on all different kinds of substrates and PV cell designs.

Advanced Micro Controls, Inc.
Terryville, CT 06786
Jul 03, 2009 Family of SS resolver transducers are IP67-rated and feature input shaft that extends through internal core of resolver rotor windings, eliminating internal coupling components and maximizing shaft strength. Units are available with either 1/4, 3/8, or 5/8 in. SS shaft with optimized shaft loading and temperature rating up to 302°F. Offered with oversized double row sealed bearing, tranducers include optional 303 or 304 SS housing/shaft and various mounting styles.

FRT Of America, LLC
Wallingford, CT 06492
Jun 19, 2009 MicroSpy FT non-destructively measures coatings that are transparent or semi-transparent in Vis and NIR light spectrums. With 3D film thickness mapping mode, it allows thickness measurement of entire coating areas to be visualized and evaluates evenness of film thickness distribution as well as classical point and profile measurements on coating. Selection of 9 sensor types with various light sources, measuring spot sizes, and thickness measuring ranges offer measurement flexibility.

BEI Industrial Encoder Division
Goleta, CA 93117
Jun 16, 2009 Model LT25 cable transducer utilizes flexible measuring cable mounted to internal spring-loaded spool and quadrature encoder output to precisely measure linear motion applications. Sturdy cable is made of nylon coated stainless steel and has measurement range up to 125 in. Mounting bracket and encoder connector position are easily reoriented for added adaptability. With an IP66 rating, LT25 suits variety of industrial measurement challenges.

RDP Electrosense, Inc.
Pottstown, PA 19465
May 27, 2009 PY non-contacting displacement transducers are designed to operate under high temperature and cryogenic conditions, as well as in environments where radiation is present. Transducers use variable reluctance principles in double coil configuration and work with any magnetic material. Measuring range is 1.5-6 mm and transducer is suitable for use in temperatures from -220 to +600°C and with radiation doses up to 100G Rad.

Celesco Transducer Products, Inc.
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Mar 17, 2009 Built for wet environments and outdoor applications, rugged SR1M provides position feedback signal that is directly proportional to length of its spring-loaded, 125 in. measuring cable. It offers programmable stroke range settings from 25-125 in. with input voltage of 10-30 Vdc, and maximum velocity of 80 ips with maximum acceleration of 10 G. Loop powered unit weighs only 2.5 lb, includes internal dip switch for signal reversing, and is offered with optional cordset.

Solar Metrology
Holbrook, NY 11714
Mar 06, 2009 Featuring 600 x 1,200 mm lateral X/Y range of measurement, SMX-FPV is designed for near-line film composition and thickness control of CIGS and CdTe film stacks. It also provides process control of active, contact, and TCO layers. Detailed analysis of full photovoltaic panels is possible, including copper and gallium ratio determination as well as panel gradient analysis. Areas of use include research and process development, in-process monitoring, and post-process QC.

Electromatic Equipment Co., Inc.
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
Feb 09, 2009 With measuring range of 0.025-19.999 in. and resolution of .001 in., TI-25S ultrasonic wall thickness gauge comes pre-programmed with sonic velocities for aluminum 2024, stainless steel 303, steel 4340, cast iron, Plexiglass, PVC, polystyrene and polyurethane. It is switch selectable between English or metric units and displays results in inches, inches/microsecond, millimeters and meters/second. Alkaline or NiCad battery in unit provide power for up to 200 hr of use.

Applied Measurements Limited
Aldermaston, Berkshire RG7 8PN  United Kingdom
Feb 03, 2009 Useful for measuring displacement of soft, pliable materials, AML/SGD Series strain gauge displacement transducers offer stroke lengths from 0-5 to 0-100 mm. Internal construction ensures smooth, frictionless movement of inner core, resulting in minimal resistance and providing accuracy of ±0.1%. Design is based on 4-arm active Wheatstone Bridge, with nominal impedance of 350 ohms, which ensures low current consumption and temperature stability.

Olympus NDT
Waltham, MA 02453
Dec 08, 2008 Designed with horizontal case and sunlight-readable VGA display, EPOCH 1000 Series features 6 kHz max pulse rate frequency with single-shot measurements, tunable square wave pulser, digital receiver, and digital filter sets for signal-to-noise clarity. Phased array imaging allows simultaneous inspection of multiple focal laws and various angles in single scan. Detectors are suited for inspections in oil, gas, and petrochemical as well as power generation, aerospace, and manufacturing.