Magnetostrictive Position Sensor offers field serviceability.

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Designed for use with hydraulic cylinders in mobile applications, externally threaded FMH Sensor features 2-part design that allows users to separate flexible sensing element and electronics from housing without opening hydraulic system. Sensor uses proprietary Temposonics® magnetostrictive technology to deliver ±0.2 mm typical resolution, repeatability of ±0.005% FS, and ±0.04% linearity FS. Available with Analog or CANbus output options, FMH supports stroke lengths of 500–5000 mm.



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Innovative Design Improves Field Serviceability of Mobile Hydraulic Position Sensors



Cary, NC - MTS Sensors, a division of MTS Systems Corporation (NASDAQ:MTSC), has expanded its widely used MH Series of magnetostrictive linear position sensors by introducing the field-serviceable Flexible MH (FMH). Designed for use with hydraulic cylinders in mobile applications, the externally threaded FMH sensor features an innovative two-part design. This design allows users to separate the flexible sensing element and electronics from the housing without opening the hydraulic system.



“While it is manageable to install and remove hydraulic cylinder sensors at a manufacturing facility, it can be extremely challenging in the field. This sensor addresses that challenge. Trained service technicians can remove and replace the internal components with just 200mm of clearance, regardless of stroke length and without breaking the hydraulic seal. This serviceability means decreased downtime and disruption, providing increased productivity,” states Luka Korzeniowski, MTS Sensors’ Global Market Segment Leader for Mobile Hydraulics.



The FMH uses MTS Sensors’ proprietary Temposonics® magnetostrictive technology to deliver high performance operation, with a ±0.2mm typical resolution, repeatability of ±0.005% (full scale) and a ±0.04% linearity (full scale). Available with Analog or CANbus output options, the FMH supports stroke lengths of 500mm to 5000mm. Replacement units ship as coiled rings to ease handling and reduce shipping costs.



About MTS Sensors

MTS Sensors is a global leader in sensing technologies and solutions that enable feedback control for automation and safety applications. MTS Sensors, a division of MTS Systems Corporation, serves its global customers with a focus on regional support to provide innovative and reliable sensing solutions. Through its research, development and production of sensing technologies, MTS creates solutions that serve industrial manufacturing, off-highway equipment, liquid level measurement and many other markets. With a diverse and constantly expanding product portfolio, the company is continually working with customers to improve performance and reduce downtime in their operations.



PR Contact:

Luka Korzeniowski

MTS Sensors Division

Technical Marketing Manager

Tel: +1-919-677-2370

E-mail: luka.k@mts.com

Website: www.mtssensors.com

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