Electro Optic Level Sensor performs in harsh environments.

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Available with polysulfone or polyethersulfone housing, miniature Model ELS-950 features over-molded electronics inserts, TPE insulated wires, and fluorosilicone o-ring seals that create watertight, environmentally resistant assembly. Unit is suited for OHV, medical diagnostic, sterilizer, and dialysis equipment; low lubricant warning on machine tools; construction, agricultural, and material handling equipment; coolant reservoir monitoring/warning; and OEM food and beverage applications.



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Gems Introduces New Rugged Electro Optic Level Sensor



Plainville CT, February 25th, 2008: Gems® Sensors & Controls(TM) (Gems), a global leader in liquid level, pressure, and flow sensors, miniature solenoid valves, and fluidic systems, introduces the new miniature, low cost 950 Electro Optic Level Sensor (ELS) for a wide range of applications and industries.

The ELS-950 was developed to perform in harsh environments with features such as an over-molded electronics insert, TPE insulated wires, and fluorosilicone O-ring seals that create a watertight, environmentally resistant assembly. Housing options include Polysulfone or Polyethersulfone providing compatibility with a broad range of media.

"Built on the proven technology of the 900 series, the 950 is the next generation in this line," says Kevin Castonguay, Product Marketing Manager for Gems Sensors and Controls. "It delivers the best price to performance for OEMs demanding a small, solid state sensor that is durable enough to handle almost any application or temperature."

The compact size, durability, and low cost of the sensor creates an excellent option for applications such as: OHV, Medical diagnostic, sterilizer, and dialysis equipment; low lubricant warning on machine tools, and generator sets; construction, agricultural, and material handling equipment; coolant reservoir monitoring/warning; and OEM food and beverage applications.

About Gems Sensors & Controls
Founded in 1955, Gems is a preferred supplier to thousands of OEM companies across a broad range of industries through out the world due to its extensive application knowledge, innovative sensor and miniature solenoid valve designs, and customer centric approach to problem solving to meet customer-specific needs. Gems Sensors & Controls is a leading global manufacturer of: liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors; solid-state relays and barriers; liquid and pneumatic miniature solenoid valves; and pre-assembled fluidic systems with facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia. Gems Sensors & Controls is ISO 9000, UL, and CE certified.

For more product information, contact Gems Sensors & Controls, One Cowles Road, Plainville, Connecticut 06062. Phone: (800) 378-1600. www.GemsSensors.com.

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