Velocity Sensors suit in-line manufacturing processes.
Laser Doppler Velocity (LDV) Sensor models P-20Z and P-50Z provide non-contact velocity measurement of moving or rotating objects. Velocity ranges are -50 to 5,000 mm/sec and -12 to 120 m/min. Systems employ 680 nm semiconductor-based lasers with dual convergent beams. Measuring 98 x 33 x 30 mm, sensors consist of signal processing unit and semiconductor laser-based miniaturized optical sensor....
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Accelerometer adapts to acceleration ranges from 1 to 500g.
Single-axis Series AS8310, with capacitive readout, senses low-g acceleration. Sensor system combines hybrid MEMS and monolithic integration and provides precise measurement of shielded capacitance (beam and counter electrode) directly on chip. Bandwith ranges between 100 Hz and 1 kHz. Sensor measures capacitance changes down to less than 0.5 atto Farad/square root Hz. Unit includes self-test...
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Position/Speed Sensor allows safe operation in hazardous areas.
Sensing system consists of rotary encoder, cable assembly and intrinsic safety barrier. When combined, components are approved for Class 1, Division 1, Group C and D environments. System assures energy levels to optical encoder sensors are kept below ignition point. It meets international CENELEC hazardous environmental ratings. Applications include chemical handling, paint spray operations,...
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Motion Detector improves rail yard safety.
Mark II Railcar Motion Detector warns workers if car starts to move. Safety siren attaches magnetically to bearing cap of any freight car wheel. If wheel turns more than 10 deg in either direction, battery-powered sensor emits 90 dB 2-tone warble. Siren includes baffle to moderate sound level, and illuminated on-off switch. NEMA 4X housing is rain and dust-proof, and all hardware is...
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UNLOCKING THE HIDDEN POTENTIAL OF MANUFACTURING: How lubricants can help increase productivity and reduce total cost of ownership
This paper illustrates how manufacturing companies have successfully worked with Shell Lubricants to upgrade their lubrication and extract value by reducing TCO and improving equipment productivity.
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Laser Gauge measures length and speed.
Noncontact Model LS200 LaserSpeed-® measures with accuracy better than -
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Chatter Prediction System provides tool path optimization.
VulcanCraft Performance chatter prediction and avoidance system is designed for conventional and high speed machining applications. It uses non-contact electromagnetic device to capture machine and tool dynamics controlling chatter sensitivity. Dynamics data is seamlessly and automatically transferred to fast chatter analysis software program.
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Accelerometer monitors vibration on rotating machinery.
Model 8752A50M5 K-Shear Accelerometer, with quartz shear-mode elements, is insensitive to base strain, thermal transients, and transverse acceleration. Frequency response is 0.5 Hz to 12 kHz, with measuring range of +/-50 g and sensitivity of 100 mV/g. Charge converter electronics allow unit to operate up to 330 deg F. Accelerometer includes MIL-C-5015 top connector, 316 SS hermetically welded...
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Accelerometer offers frequency range from 0 to 2400 Hz.
Model JTF, with anodized-aluminum housing, provides overload protection to 20x range. It is available in 3 different mounting configurations: flat-pack rectangular unit mounts with 2 bolts; bolt-mount model has center through hole; and stud-mount utilizes tapped hole in base. Triaxial mounting block is available for flat-pack style to mount 3 accelerometers for sensing vibration in each of 3 axes.
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Sensors offer simultaneous position and velocity sensing.
Temposonics(R) R Series Profibus DP sensors feature position resolutions down to 0.0002 in. and velocity resolutions down to 0.04 in/sec. They offer stroke ranges up to 33 ft. Interface enables diagnostic capabilities and error-free transmissions over high-speed serial data link. Sensors operate up to 32 units per line segment and can sense up to 15 magnet positions simultaneously. Rod, profile,...
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Position Sensor is field programmable.
Temposonics(R) R Series AQB quadrature interface position sensor provides resolutions from 50 to 12,500 counts/in., and pulse frequencies from 8 kHz to 1 MHz. Three different application housings are available: Model RH, designed for internal mounting in high-pressure conditions (5,000 psi continuous, 10,000 psi spike); model RP, with 2 magnet-mounting configurations; and model RF, with minimum...
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560 and 572 Series IP67 Waterproof Inline Plug and Socket Connectors with Shock and Vibration Resistance
EDAC's new line of IP67 waterproof plug and socket connectors represent the cutting edge of waterproof connection technology. Part of the 560 and 572 series of connectors, they utilize innovative design concepts to deliver a level of performance and value that is unmatched in the industry. See our video to learn more.
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