Acoustic Measurement System operates up to 1,200°C.

Press Release Summary:



Consisting of IEC-compliant condenser microphone and preamplifier system, ½ in. Model HT378B02 measures sound amplitude in Pascals and Decibels and performs frequency analysis. Low-noise, high-temperature system is suited for obtaining measurements in and around vehicle's engine, manifold, underhood, exhaust pipe, and other hot spots associated with powertrain and vehicle systems NVH testing.



Original Press Release:



PCB Piezotronics, Inc. Introduces New High Temperature Acoustic Measurement System



Nominated for the 2009 International MessTec & Sensor Masters Award

Novi, Michigan, USA - March 2, 2009 - PCB Automotive Sensors - a division of PCB Piezotronics, Inc., a world leader in vibration, acoustic, pressure, force, and torque sensors, is pleased to announce new Model HT378B02 ½ inch ICP® Low-Noise, High temperature Acoustic Measurement System.

PCB® Model HT378B02 is an industry's first IEC-compliant combined condenser microphone and preamplifier system that is used by test engineers to measure sound amplitude (in Pascals or Decibels) and perform frequency analysis. This PCB® innovative breakthrough in technology allows this unit to be used to 1200C operating temperatures, reducing the need for high-priced probe microphones; as well as to test to its maximum frequency specifications. This system is ideal for obtaining accurate measurements in and around a vehicle's engine, manifold, underhood, exhaust pipe and other hot spots associated with powertrain and vehicle systems NVH testing.

PCB® Model HT378B02 has been selected as a top six finalist for the most innovative new sensor product for the MessTec & Sensor Masters Awards 2009.

PCB Automotive Sensors is a dedicated technical sales and support group, located in Novi, Michigan, USA, devoted to the testing needs of the global transportation market. This team is focused on development and application of sensors and related instrumentation for specific vehicle development test programs, including modal analysis; driveability; ride & handling; component & system performance; durability; road load data acquisition, vehicle and powertrain NVH; legislative testing; quality control; powertrain development; and motorsport.

PCB Piezotronics, Inc. is a global leader in the design and manufacture of force, torque, load, strain, pressure, acoustic and vibration sensors, as well as the pioneer of ICP® technology. This instrumentation is used for test, measurement, monitoring, and feedback control requirements in automotive, aerospace, industrial, R&D, military, educational, commercial, and OEM applications. PCB® offers 24-hour customer support, a strategic global distribution network, and a Total Customer Satisfaction guarantee. For more information about PCB Piezotronics, visit www.pcb.com.

PCB is a registered trademark of PCB Group, Inc.

All Topics