Sensata Technologies
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
Programmable Hall Device customizes position sensor output.
Interfacing between PC and BEI Hall-effect sensors, Programmable Hall Device enables users to field program both analog and PWM output functions that meet specific requirements. Unit also offers ability to set high and low clipping points, program binary/switch output, and program multiple points along assembly movement trajectory for optimal output precision. With included PHD...
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SSI Module enables absolute encoders to go wireless.
Using SSI communications protocol at transmitter and receiver end, SwiftComm(TM) Wireless Interface allows critical position and speed feedback data to be seamlessly sent to control systems without cabling. Interface works with any SSI position device or other type of SSI sensor and provides built-in reliability needed for real-time industrial control. Transmitter-receiver pair communicates using...
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Converter Module translates encoder data to USB 2.0 format.
Dual Encoder to USB Converter module can handle signals from 2 SSI absolute encoders or 2 quadrature incremental encoders. Using PC interface, module can be programmed through USB port for number of bits with absolute encoders, and for incremental encoders count mode (X1, X2, X4), reset, preset, and preset/reset on index are also programmable. Module is suited for system setup and debugging, data...
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Dual Output Drawworks Encoder suits oil field applications.
Able to supply simultaneous position feedback to 2 separate systems, HS35 combines heavy-duty features into through-shaft style for use as winch-turns counter in drawworks system of oil rigs. Mechanically parallel and electrically isolated connectors facilitate connection and cable routing. Outputs can have different resolutions with use of interpolation. Features include hard-anodized metal...
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Incremental Encoders withstand harsh environments.
Through use of magnetic hub, ES Series is completely enclosed and sealed. Hub is installed on equipment's mating shaft, leaving small air gap between it and encoder, isolating encoder from high shock and vibration. Units have IP67 rating and are completely protected from environmental fluids, dust, dirt, and water immersions.
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Inductive Linear Encoder suits motion control applications.
Designed to provide position feedback with resolutions from 0.5-10 Ã-µm, LN operates from 5-28 Vdc and is equipped with either line driver or open collector outputs. Sealed read head completely surrounds scale, eliminating risk of critical gap between sensor and scale varying with speed. With onboard DSP capability, encoder offers traverse times up to 20 m/sec and offers scale measuring...
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BEI Stainless Steel Encoders Resist Chemical Attack
Goleta - BEI's industry standard H25 and H20 incremental rotary encoders are now available with a stainless steel housing option. Harsh industrial applications often expose plant equipment to caustic chemical materials, resulting in premature deterioration and failure. Now you can prevent costly equipment downtime and replacement by ordering your BEI encoders with a 304 series stainless steel...
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Heavy Duty, Hollow Shaft Encoder has dual output feature.
NEMA 4/13-rated HS35 uses 2 sets of internal electronics to send identical isolated output signals to 2 separate connectors. If one output becomes electrically damaged, cable can be moved from one connector to other to minimize downtime. Dual output feature can also supply 2 separate controllers from single encoder. Along with mechanically parallel and electrically isolated connectors, product...
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Hollow Shaft Encoder provides 320,000-count resolution.
Available with interpolative multiples of 2x to 16x, Model HS35 provides up to 80,000 cycles/turn. It features cast metal housing, dual preloaded bearings, rotating shaft seals, and sealed connector for NEMA 4, 13, and IP65 ratings. With installed package length of about 2 in., incremental encoder can accommodate variety of shaft bores up to 1 in. diameter, and is suited for equipment with...
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Rotary Position Systems work in hazardous environments.
Intrinsically Safe (IS) rotary position and speed sensing system meets international CENELEC/ATEX ratings. Rotary encoder, cable assembly, and intrinsic safety barrier components combine to satisfy requirements for loop-approved, Class I, Division 1, Group A, B, C, and D sensing system. Built with BEI IS components, system can provide precision position measurement in wireline, slickline,...
Read More »BEI Sensors Wins Leadership in Engineering Award
Goleta, CA – BEI Sensors has been announced as Design World’s 2013 Leadership in Engineering Winner for the Sensors Switches category.Ã- The Leadership in Engineering contest is an industry recognition program to acknowledge innovation across several disciplines where the winners are chosen by Design World readers via a registration based online voting system.Ã- Design World is...
Read More »BEI Sensors Launches New Website Offering Enhanced User Experience
BEI Sensors announces the launch of its fully redesigned website that features improved navigation and functionality. Visitors can easily access an extensive product portfolio with detailed information on optical and magnetic encoders, potentiometers, Hall effect sensors, and a variety of other related position sensing products. The website provides visitors several ways to quickly find product...
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Programmable Hall Device customizes position sensor output.
Interfacing between PC and BEI Hall-effect sensors, Programmable Hall Device enables users to field program both analog and PWM output functions that meet specific requirements. Unit also offers ability to set high and low clipping points, program binary/switch output, and program multiple points along assembly movement trajectory for optimal output precision. With included PHD...
Read More »BEI Sensors Offers World Class Quality with AS9100 Rev C Certification
Goleta, CA - BEI Sensors is very proud to announce that it has been awarded the AS9100 Rev C quality standard for aerospace. Based on the ISO 9001:2008 quality system requirements, the AS9100 Rev C certification entails meeting nearly 100 additional rigorous criteria designed to meet the stringent, complex and unique demands in all areas of aerospace manufacturing, from commercial to defense...
Read More »New BEI Sensors Selection Guide Covers Products, Environments and Technology for Motion Control
Goleta, CA - BEI Sensors has released a new product selection guide that explains the fundamentals of various speed and position sensing technologies and how to choose which is best suited to a particular application.BEI's extensive line of rugged products include rotary encoders, rotary and linear potentiometers and rotary Hall effect sensors, all of which are displayed in easy-to-read charts...
Read More »BEI Presents: How to Install an Encoder Video Series
Goleta, CA - BEI Sensors has released a video series detailing how to install industrial rotary encoders. These short videos demonstrate proper installation of shafted and hollow shaft rotary encoders with either tether arms or block and pins in simple, easy-to-follow steps that will help maximize years of service life. Whether this is your first encoder installation or you just need a quick...
Read More »BEI Presents: How to Install a Shafted Rotary Encoder Video
BEI has released its first video in a How-To Install an Encoder Series. This short video demonstrates proper installation of a shafted encoder in 6 simple steps. Whether this is your first encoder installation, or you just need a quick refresher, this video will help you get your encoder installed in no time. Check it out and stay tuned for more helpful videos. Visit...
Read More »SwiftComm(TM): Wireless Industrial Sensor Interface Brochure
BEI's SwiftComm wireless industrial sensor interface was designed from the ground up to meet the wireless demands of industrial motion control applications. Providing a robust wireless signal in real time over a secure network, SwiftComm uses a point-to-point frequency-hopping 2.4GHz RF protocol and will interface directly with any rotary incremental encoder or rotary SSI absolute encoder. Learn...
Read More »BEI Sensors Position Sensing Solutions Brochure for the Oil & Gas Industry
Goleta, CA -BEI Sensors has published a new brochure focusing on its position sensing solutions for the oil and gas industry. High temperature and pressure, potentially explosive environments, extreme vibration, shock, dirt and moisture are all typical working conditions in this industry. BEI products are ideal for these environments and provide the most rugged and reliable on-the-job...
Read More »BEI Sensors Releases Position Sensing Solutions Brochure
BEI Sensors has released a new brochure that outlines its extremely versatile capabilities in providing position sensing solutions for off-road and industrial vehicle applications. The brochure presents comprehensive information on BEI Sensors' successful track record of reliable product performance in extremely harsh environments. BEI offers a wide variety of standard rotary and linear...
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