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Position Sensors

TE Connectivity Sensor Solutions is a leading manufacturer of industrial linear and angular position, tilt, and fluid level sensors. Both off-the-shelf and custom position sensing solutions are available featuring core technologies, including inductive, potentiometric, magnetoresistive, hall effect, reed switch, electrolytic, and capacitive sensing.

Sophisticated designs and manufacturing techniques provide reliable and cost-effective solutions for a broad range of harsh applications such as automotive, power generation, subsea, hydraulics, medical, HVACR, process controls, factory automation, security systems, military/aerospace, and nuclear. TE position sensors are available with analog and digital outputs. The comprehensive range of signal conditioning instrumentation meet the specific needs of OEMs and end-users.

Anisotropic Magnetoresistive (AMR) Sensor Components

	MEAS KMY, KMZ	MEAS MS32	MEAS KMT32B - KMT37
Package	SOT-223, E-line 4 pin	TDFN	TDFN, SO-8
Type	Linear low field sensor	Linear low field sensor	Angle sensor
Range	-2 to 2 kA/m magnetic field	1 to 3 kA/m magnetic switching field	180° angle
Unique Features	High sensitivity Low hysteresis Linear to uniaxial field strength	Linearized ratiometric output Temperature-compensated switching point	High accuracy High resolution
Output	Ratiometric with output voltage range 20 mV/V	Ratiometric with output voltage range 20 mV/V	Sine and cosine signals with output voltage range 20 mV/V
Resolution	Typ. 0.1% of range	Typ. 0.1 kA/m	Typ. 0.01° to 0.1°
Accuracy	Typ. 1.0% of range	Typ. 0.1 kA/m	Typ. 0.1° to 1.0°
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 150°C	-25°C to 85°C	-40°C to 150°C (175°C on request)
Dimensions (mm)	SOT: 6.6 x 7.0 x 1.6; E-line: 16 x 4.2 x 2.4	TDFN: 2.5 x 2.5 x 0.8	TDFN: 2.5 x 2.5 x 0.8; SO-8: 5 x 4 x 1.75
Typical Applications	Non-destructive material testing, spray arm detection in dish washers, magnetic imaging, brake pedal position	Piston position switch, reed switch replacement	Steering position, flow meters, rpm meters, rotary encoders

	MEAS KMT36H	MEAS KMXP Series	MEAS KMA36
Package	TDFN 2.5 x 2.5	DFN 2 x 6	TSSOP
Type	Angle sensor	Linear displacement sensor	Angle sensor
Range	360° angle	Absolute within pole pitch, else incremental	360° angle
Unique Features	High accuracy High resolution 360° full turn	For pole pitch KMXP 1000: p= 1 mm KMXP 2000: p= 2 mm KMXP 5000: p= 5 mm	Low-cost MR encoder for rotational and incremental measurements
Output	Three 120° phase-shifted output signals with output voltage range 20 mV/V	Sine and cosine signals with output voltage range 20 mV/V	Voltage 0 – 5 V, I2C, customer specific
Resolution	Typ. 0.1° to 1°	0.1% to 1.0% of pole pitch	Typ. 0.3°
Accuracy	Typ. 0.01° to 0.1°	0.01% to 0.1% of pole pitch	Typ. 0.1°
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 150°C	-40°C to 125°C	-25°C to 85°C
Dimensions (mm)	TDFN: 2.5 x 2.5 x 0.8	DFN: 2 x 6 x 0.8	TSSOP20: 6.5 x 6.4 x 1.2
Typical Applications	Steering position, gage readings, rotary encoders	Roller conveyors, circular saws, bending machines etc.	Knobs, small robotics, angular / linear position

Angular Position Transducers - Inductive

	MEAS RVIT-Z	MEAS R60D	MEAS R30A
Package	PCB for OEM volumes	Servo mount with ball bearing	Servo mount with ball bearing
Resolution	Infinite	Infinite	Infinite
Excitation	DC voltage	DC symmetrical ±15 VDC	AC operated
Range	Up to ±75°	±60°	±30° to ±60°
Output	DC voltage, DC current, digital	±7.5 VDC	AC voltage
Unique Features	Absolute position	Absolute position Low momentum of inertia	Absolute position Operating Temperature
Operating Temperature	-25°C to 85°C	-25°C to 85°C	-55°C to 150°C
Dimensions (mm)	Custom	Aluminum case size 11 (Ø27 mm)	Aluminum case size 11 (Ø27 mm)
Typical Applications	Viscometers, valve position, robotics, HVACR vane position, ATM’s, joysticks	Dancer arm position, rotary actuator position feedback, throttle lever position feedback, ball valve position, textile manufacturing equipment, printing presses	Machine tool equipment, rotary actuator feedback, valve positioning, power generation valve position

Angular Position - Encoders

	MEAS ED-18	MEAS ED-22	MEAS R36
Package	Medium duty with sleeve or ball bearing	Medium duty with sleeve bearing	Heavy duty shaftless
Resolution	Analog 1.4°	Analog 1.4°	Analog 1.4°
Maximum Speed	300 RPM (Sleeve bearing)	3000 RPM (Ball bearing)	300 RPM
Excitation	5 VDC	5 VDC	5 VDC
Unique Features	Low profile Excellent stability No optical degradation	Encapsulated electronics, sealed unit Highly resistant to vibration No optical degradation	Rugged housing Shaftless No optical degradation
Output	Voltage or current	Voltage	Voltage
Range	360°	270°	180°
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C
Dimensions (mm)	25.4 x 25.4 x 33.78	Ø19.1 x 37.1	37.36 x 25.4 x 7.62
Typical Applications	Feedback sensor or human-machine interface device, servomotor position and speed control	Low-cost, non-contact human-machine interface potentiometer replacement	Feedback sensor or human-machine interface device, rudder control, servomotor position and speed control

	H005, H009	H009, 1200 Dual Output
Package	12.7 mm – 22.19 mm/500 in – .875 in housing diameter 3.170 mm/.1248 in shaft diameter 16.9 mm – 17.4 mm/.670 in – .680 in housing length	22.23 mm/.875 in housing diameter 3.170 mm/.1248 in shaft diameter 26.1 mm/1.03 in housing length
Resolution	12-bit analog/PWM 14-bit serial (SPI)	12-bit analog/PWM 14-bit serial (SPI)
Maximum Speed	300 RPM (Sleeve bearing) 3000 RPM (Ball bearing)	3000 RPM
Output Options	Analog/PWM/Serial	Analog/PWM/Serial
Rotational Life	> 100 million cycles (Bearing life)	> 100 million cycles (Bearing life)
Nominal Supply	5 volts	5 volts (Dual output)
Absolute Linearity	± 0.2%	± 0.2% (Dual output)
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 150°C	-40°C to 150°C
Typical Applications	Critical position feedback applications in commercial, industrial, medical, aircraft and military markets	Critical position feedback applications in commercial, industrial, medical, aircraft and military markets

TILT Sensors - Single Axis

	E-series	Accustar EA	APS System
Package	Ceramic housing	AccuStar EA	APS System
Type	Inclination sensor module	Inclinometer sensor module	Inclination system
Range	±5°, ±15°	±45° to ±60°	±45°, ±90°
Unique Features	Easy to handle Minimal temperature drift Good long term stability	Compact Low power Vertical and horizontal mount	Stand alone system Separate system and sensor
Output	Voltage	Voltage	Analog/ digital
Accuracy	±0.2° to ±0.5°	0° to 10° ±0.1% accuracy 10° to 60° ±0.75% reading	0° to 10° ±0.1% accuracy 10° to 45° ±0.75% of reading
Operating Temperature	-25°C to 85°C	-30°C to 65°C	-25°C to 65°C
Dimensions (mm)	29 x 17 x 16.5	65.91 x 51.56 x 30.5	127.5 x 88 x 32.2
Typical Applications	Road construction, building monitoring, weighing systems, mobile and stationary cranes, platform leveling	Wheel alignment, construction, equipment, antenna positioning, robotics, crane/boom angle	Tower crane safety, RV and mobile trailer leveling, water and oil well drilling rigs, mining equipment

	G-series	IT9000	AccuStar IP66
Package	Aluminum housing IP67	Aluminum or stainless	Aluminum housing IP66
Type	Inclinometer	Inclinometer	Inclinometer
Range	±10°	±45° to ±240°	±3° to ±45°
Unique Features	Programmable EMC standard High switch accuracy	Rugged industrial design, IP67/68 Submersible Designed for brutal environments CSA, CENELEC certification for hazardous area applications	EMI and RFI rated CE pending Water tight enclosure
Output	Switch	Voltage divider, 4 - 20 mA	Current
Accuracy	±0.25°	±1%	0° to 10° ±0.1% linearity 10° to 45° ±1% linearity
Operating Temperature	-25°C to 85°C	-34°C to 90°C	-25°C to 60°C
Dimensions (mm)	80 x 75 x 57.5	Ø130 x 100	98.04 x 63 x 35.05
Typical Applications	Lift platforms, building device control, train inclination monitoring, position switch	Waste water control, tainter gates, draw bridges, heavy industrial applications	Tower crane safety, RV and mobile trailer leveling, water and oil well drilling rigs, mining equipment

TILT Sensors - Dual Axis

	DPL, DPN	DOG2	DPG	D-Series
Package	PCB board	Plastic PA 6.6 housing, IP67	Aluminum housing IP67	Aluminum housing IP67
Type	Inclination board module	Inclinometer	Inclinometer	Inclinometer
Range	±2° to ±30°	±25°, ±45°, ±90°	±5° to ±30°	±5° to ±30°
Output	Voltage/RS 232/SPI	Voltage/ Current/ J1939/ CANopen®	RS232/Voltage	RS232/Voltage/Current/ Switch/PWM/CANopen®
Unique Features	High resolution Minimal temperature drift User configurable	Plug and play Wide measurement range Cost-efficient Cable with connector Fast MEMS sensor	CE approved Rugged housing Easy to use User configurable	High accuracy Rugged housing Programmable CE approved
Accuracy	±0.05° to ±0.8°	± 0.5° (Full temp. range)	±0.05° to ±0.3°	±0.04° to ±0.8°
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C
Dimensions (mm)	45 x 45 x 20	70.5 x 45 x 15	84 x 70 x 34.2	84 x 70 x 46
Typical Applications	Laser leveling, weighing systems, mobile and stationary cranes, hydraulic leveling, building monitoring, wind power	Off road vehicle, fork lift, truck leveling, man lift, harvester, farm machine, tip over protection, solar panel control	Platform leveling, road construction machines, tunnel drilling, mobile leveling	Drilling machines, mobile and stationary cranes, wind power, antenna/radar leveling

Proximity Sensors

	PS801	PS811	PS831	PS2011AB
Package	Stainless steel	Nylon 6.6	Stainless steel	Glass filled nylon 6.6
Type	Proximity sensorUsed with proximity magnet	Proximity sensorUsed with proximity magnet	Proximity sensorUsed with proximity magnet	Proximity sensorUsed with proximity magnet
Unique Features	SPST reed switch, normally open	SPST reed switch, normally open	SPST reed switch, normally open	SPST reed switch, normally open
Operating Temperature	-30°C to 120°C	-30°C to 110°C	-30°C to 130°C	--30°C to 105°C
Dimensions (mm)	Ø12 x 65	Ø10 x 38	Ø12 x 32	29 x 7 x 20
Typical Applications	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety interlocks, position indication	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety interlocks, position indication	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety interlocks, position indication	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety interlocks, position indication

	PS2021AB	PS2031AB	PS501
Package	Glass filled nylon 6.6	Glass filled nylon 6.6	Glass filled nylon 6.6
Type	Proximity sensor Used with proximity magnet	Proximity sensor Used with proximity magnet	Proximity sensor Used with proximity magnet
Unique Features	SPST reed switch, normally closed	SPDT reed switch	SPST reed switch, normally open
Accuracy	±0.25°	±1%	0° to 10° ±0.1% linearity 10° to 45° ±1% linearity
Operating Temperature	-30°C to 105°C	-30°C to 105°C	-30°C to 130°C
Dimensions (mm)	29 x 7 x 20	29 x 7 x 20	Ø6 x 32
Typical Applications	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety interlocks, position indication	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety interlocks, position indication	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety interlocks, position indication

Proximity Magnet

	PM101	PM50	PM81	PM83
Package	Glass filled nylon 6.6	Glass filled nylon 6.6	Nylon 6.6	Stainless steel
Type	Proximity magnet Used with proximity sensor	Proximity magnet Used with proximity sensor	Proximity magnet Used with proximity sensor	Proximity magnet Used with proximity sensor
Unique Features	Housed magnet	Housed magnet	Housed magnet	Housed magnet
Operating Temperature	-30°C to 105°C	-30°C to 70°C	-30°C to 120°C	-30°C to 120°C
Dimensions (mm)	29 x 7 x 20	Ø6 x 32	Ø10 x 38	Ø12 x 32
Typical Applications	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety nterlocks, position indication	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety nterlocks, position indication	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety nterlocks, position indication	Door interlocks, hook switches, security systems, safety nterlocks, position indication

Linear Position Transducers - Cable Extension Transducers

	PT1 Series , PT5 Series	PT8 Series	PT Series
Models	PT1A, PT1DC, PT1DN, PT1E, PT1MA, PT1232, PT5A, PT510, PT5AV, PT5CN, PT5DC, PT5DN, PT5E, PT5MA, PT5232, PT5600	PT8CN, PT8DN, PT8000, PT8101, PT8150, PT8232, PT8420, PT8510, PT8600, VLS8000	PT9CN, PT9DN, PT9101, PT9150, PT9232, PT9301, PT9420, PT9510, PT9600. RBS9000, VLS9000, RBS9000, PT9000
Range	0 - 2 to 0 - 250 inches	0 - 2 to 0 - 60 inches	0 - 75 to 0 - 1700 inches
Output	Voltage divider, 0 - 5 VDC, 0 - 10 VDC, 4 - 20 mA, incremental encoder, CANbus, DeviceNet™, RS-232	Voltage divider, 0 - 5 VDC, 0 - 10 VDC, 4 - 20 mA, incremental encoder, CANbus, DeviceNet™, RS-232	Voltage divider, 0 - 5 VDC, 0 - 10 VDC, 4 - 20 mA, incremental encoder, CANbus, DeviceNet™, RS-232
IP Rating	IP65, IP67 (PT5)	IP67, IP68	IP67, IP68
Enclosure	Aluminum and abs plastic (PT1)	Aluminum or stainless	Aluminum or stainless
Accuracy	±0.04% to ±0.25%	±0.04% to ±0.25%	±0.04% to ±0.25%
Unique Features	Designed for most factory environments Industry standard output signals User serviceable Compact design (PT1)	Heavy duty, submersible Designed for extreme industrial and marine environments CSA, CENELEC certification for hazardous area applications High accuracy, high acceleration Free-release proof with VLS option M12 and DEUTSCH connector options	Heavy duty, submersible Proven workhorse for long stroke applications Designed for extreme industrial and marine environments CSA, CENELEC certification for hazardous area applications Free-release proof with VLS option M12 and DEUTSCH connector options
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 90°C	-40°C to 90°C	-40°C to 90°C
Dimensions (mm)	85 x 100 x 70 (PT1) 100 x 175 x 80 (PT5)	90 x 140 x 135	200 x 135 x 125
Typical Applications	Factory automation, industrial, die casting, injection molding	Steel mills, lumber and paper mills, factory automation, die-casting, injection molding, mobile construction and mining	Mobile hydraulic boom position, water resource management, mining and tunnel boring equipment, telescoping mechanism position, theater stage control

	M150, MTA	MT2, MT3	SM, SP Series
Models	M150, MTA, MT2A, , PT101, DPT250, DV301	MT2E, MT3A	SP1, SP2, SP3, SE1, SR1A, SR1E, SR1M, SR1V
Range	0 - 1.5 to 0 - 5 inches	0 - 3 to 0 - 30 inches	0 - 2.5 to 0 - 50 inches
Output	Voltage divider	Voltage divider, incremental encoder	Voltage divider, 0 - 10 VDC, 4 - 20 mA
IP Rating/ Enviornment	IP50	IP50, IP67 (MT3A)	IP50, IP67 (SP)
Enclosure	Aluminum	Aluminum and polycarbonate	Polycarbonate with stainless steel bracket
Accuracy	±0.4% to ±1%	±0.25% to ±1.1%	±0.25% to ±1%
Unique Features	M150: one of the world’s smallest string potentiometer Designed for space-critical and testing applications	Designed for test applications Dual-axis measuring cable alignment Tracks high-acceleration linear position up to 136g’s High-frequency response GAM EG 13 certification	Compact design M12 connection Adjustable mounting bracket Free-release tolerant Custom configurations for OEMS
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 85°C (M150) -55°C to 100°C (MTA)	-55°C to 125°C	-18°C to 70°C (SM) -40°C to 85°C (SP)
Dimensions (mm)	19 x 19 x 10 (M150)	55 x 45 x 55	120 x 140 x 140
Typical Applications	Aerospace, automotive instrumentation, automotive crash testing, automotive and motorcycle racing	Automotive crash testing, aerospace and flight testing	Factory automation, light industrial, seismic testing, racing instrumentation, medical imaging systems, fume hood position

	SG, SR	SK	PTX, PT101
Models	SR1A, SR1E, SR1M, SR1V	--	--
Range	0 - 80 to 0 - 175 inches	0 - 250 and 0 - 400 inches	0 - 2 to 0 - 100 inches
Output	Voltage divider, 0 - 5 VDC, 0 - 10 VDC, 4 - 20 mA, incremental encoder, CANbus	4 - 20 mA, 0 - 10 V, voltage divider, CAN J1939, CANopen®, Encoder drive	Voltage divider, 0 - 5 VDC, 0 - 10 VDC, 4 - 20 mA, incremental encoder, velocity output (DV301)
IP Rating/ Enviornment	IP67	IP67	IP50
Enclosure	Polycarbonate with stainless steel bracket	Polycarbonate with stainless steel bracket	Aluminum
Accuracy	±0.35% to ±0.5%	±.25% FS	±0.04% to ±0.25%
Unique Features	Low cost, high value string potentiometerVersatile stainless steel mounting bracketSimple one-button user scalable stroke range (SR)Custom configurations available for OEM customers	Compact designM12 connectivityAdjustable mounting bracket	Original classic designHigh precisionProven track record
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 90°C
Dimensions (mm)	100 x 120 x 200	100 x 120 x 200	Model and range specific
Typical Applications	Outdoor mobile construction equipment, outrigger positioning, hydraulic lifts, water and power controls	Mobile construction equipment, factory automation	Aerospace testing, architectural and structural testing, factory automation

Linear Position Transducers - Inductive

Absolute

	HR	M12	HC
Package	AISI-400 series stainless steel	AISI-304 series stainless steel	AISI-400 series stainless steel
Linearity	± 0.25% of range	± 0.25% of range	± 0.25% of range
Excitation	AC operated	AC operated	AC and DC operated versions
Output	AC voltage	AC voltage	AC or DC voltage, 4 - 20 mA loop or RS-485
Range	±0.05 to ±10 inches	±10 to ±100 mm	±0.05 to ±10 inches
Unique Features	Large bore to core clearance Broad range of excitation frequencies Variety of options Mild radiation resistance option	Metric series High stroke to length ratio Constant sum of secondaries Excellent temperature coefficient	Hermetically sealed Welded connector Double shielding Intrinsically safe version CE mark for DC versions
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 150°C (220°C optional)	-55°C to 150°C (220°C optional)	-55°C to 150°C (AC); 0°C to 70°C (DC)
Diameter (mm)	20.6	12	19
Typical Applications	General industrial	Hydraulic spool valve position feedback, flight simulators, aircraft flight control feedback	Harsh environments, submersible applications, process controls, valve position feedback

	XS-C	DC-SE	XS-D
Package	AISI-304 series stainless steel	AISI-400 series stainless steel	AISI-400 series stainless steel
Linearity	± 0.25% of range	± 0.25% of range	± 0.25% of range
Excitation	AC operated	8.5 to 28 VDC	AC and DC operated versions
Output	AC voltage	0 - 5 VDC (4 wire), 1 - 6 VDC (3 wire)	AC voltage
Range	±0.25, ±0.5 and ±1 inches	0 - 0.1 to 0 - 6 inches	±1 to ±10 inches
Unique Features	High pressure Bulkhead mounting Hermetically sealed welded assembly	CE mark Low current consumption (6 mA typical) Synchronous demodulation shielded cable	Very high stroke to body length ratio
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 150°C	-55°C to 150°C	-55°C to 150°C
Diatemer (mm)	19	19	20.6
Typical Applications	Hydraulic actuators, other pressurized vessels	Positioning sensing feedback, battery operated systems, test labs, ram guide, platen position	Where sensor installation length is restricted, ideal replacement for linear potentiometers

	MACRO HSTA/R	MACRO SSI/R	MACRO HPGS 750
Package	AISI-410 stainless steel	Alloy 625	AISI-410 stainless steel
Linearity	± 0.25% of range	± 0.10% of range	± 0.25% of range
Excitation	AC operated	AC or DC operated	AC operated
Output	AC voltage	0 - 5 VDC (4 wire), 1 - 6 VDC (3 wire)	AC voltage
Range	± 0.050 to ± 10.0 inches	± 1.0 to ± 10.0 inches	± 0.050 to ± 10.0 inches
Unique Features	IP68 rating, hermetically sealed Mild radiation resistant (30 Mrad) optional Axial or radial connector with thru-bore construction	Operating pressure to 5,000 psi (7,500 psi proof) Seawater submersible IP68 Standard Seacon connector Axial or radial connection	Radial screw-on 38999 connector IP68 rating, hermetically sealed Designed for high vibration applications
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 200°C standard (Contact factory for higher temperature)	-40°C to 80°C	-55°C to 200°C
Diameter (mm)	19	23.9	19
Typical Applications	High temperature steam and gas valves, nuclear power plants, harsh and corrosive environments, environments with heavy dust, dirt, and humidity	Off-shore drilling platforms, pipeline monitoring, choke valves, mooring cables, extensometers, pulp and paper mills	Nuclear power generation equipment, hydraulic cylinder position, steam valve positioning, power generation equipment, corrosive environments, high-vibration environments

	MACRO CD375	MACRP GHSE/R
Package	AISI-410 stainless steel	AISI-410 stainless steel
Linearity	±0 .25% of range	± 0.1% of range
Excitation	AC voltage	0 - 10 VDC
Output Options	± 0.025 to ±1 inches	0.100 to 4 inches
Unique Features	Compact design Operating pressure to 20,000 psi+	Spring loaded design IP68 rating, hermetically sealed Axial and radial connection Low pressure air-extend/spring-retract version available (GHSER 750-A)
Operating Temperature	-55°C to 200°C	-20°C to 70°C
Diameter (mm)	9.5	19
Typical Applications	Machine tools, robotic grippers, medical equipment, valve position sensing, hydraulic cylinder, down-hole equipment	Industrial gaging systems, replaces dial indicators, fabricated metal products gaging

Dimensional gaging Products

	LBB Spring-Extend	LBB Air-Extend	PCA 375	GC	Ultimate-Precision Digital LBB
Linearity	±0.2% of range	±0.2% of range	±0.5% of range	±0.25% (Voltage) to ±0.5% (4 - 20 mA) of range	Accuracy ±0.2%
Excitation	AC operated	AC operated	AC operated	AC or DC voltage	5 VDC USB (Bus or external)
Range	±0.02 to ±0.20 inches	±0.04 and ±0.1 inches	±0.02 to ±1 inches	±0.05 to ±2 inches	1, 2, 5 and 10 mm
Output	AC voltage	AC voltage	AC voltage	AC or DC voltage, RS- 485, or 4 - 20 mA loop	RS485; USB
Unique Features	0.000004 inch (0.1 μm) repeatability Removable tungsten carbide contact tip Double shielded LVDT Repairable	0.000004 inch (0.1 μm) repeatability Removable tungsten carbide contact tip Double shielded LVDT Repairable	Longer strokes IP65 cable exit Accepts industry standard contact tips Heavy duty return spring	Hermetically sealed Welded MS connector (MIL-C-5015) " CE mark for DC versions Special tips available Air extend spring retract available	Plug-and play 14-bit resolution COM libraries provided CE mark USB adapter and power supply available
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 70°C	-40°C to 70°C	-20°C to 70°C	-55°C to 150°C (AC) 0°C to 70°C (DC)	0°C to 60°C
Diameter (mm)	8 or 9.5	8 or 9.5	9.5	19 mm body, 1/2 - 20 threads	Stackable gage system
Typical Applications	Process standards, manufacturing on-line inspection, robotics, replaces dial indicators in manual measurement systems	Process standards, manufacturing on-line inspection, robotics, replaces dial indicators in manual measurement systems	High density gaging fixtures, resistance weld verification, pressing applications, X-Y stage position feedback, rough casting inspection	Harsh environments, environments requiring hermetic seal, high temperatures (150°C for AC units)	Multi-channel electronic dimensional gaging, precision dimensional measurement, optics inspection systems, SPC data collection, hand tools

Linear Position Encoders

Incremental

	ED321
Package	IP67 aluminum
Linearity	Magnetic scale, 5 mm pole pitch, typically up to 100 m absolute version up to 100 mm range on request
Excitation	5 VDC
Output Options	5 V TTL ABZ differential quadrature; RS-485
Resolution	10 μm; field programmable
Maximum SPeed	4 m/s
Unique Features	Contactless incremental measurement Very high accuracy, programmable resolution High speed up to 4 m/s Error detection, missing scale function Adapter plate for easy mounting
Operating Temperature	-25°C to 85°C
Diameter (mm)	60 x 20 x 10
Typical Applications	Linear displacement measurement in industrial and medical applications

LVDT/RVDT Instrumentation

	LVM-110, LiM-420	LDM-1000	ATA-2001
Package	Open circuit board	DIN rail mount	1/8 DIN panel mount
Supply	DC voltage	10 to 30 VDC	115 and 220 VAC, 50 - 400 Hz
Output	DC voltage or current	DC voltage and current	DC voltage and current
Unique Features	Master/slave for multi-up applications Dip switch selectable excitation frequencies Plug-in PCB or wire termination Small form factor	Operates with 4, 5 & 6 wire LVDT/RVDTs Adjustable zero, span and phase Status LEDs CE mark	Push button programmable Splash proof front panel LED status lights Mounting hardware included CE mark
Dimensions (mm)	63 x 56 x 21	115 x 99 x 23	267 x 99 x 49
Typical Applications	OEM applications	Automotive test track instrumentation, gas and steam turbine controls, factory automation	Precision metrology labs, power generation valve position monitoring

	PML 1000	MP 2000	MMX Mini Module
Package	1/8 DIN panel mount	1/4 DIN panel mount	DIN rail mount
Supply	90 to 265 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz or 24 VDC	100 to 240 VAC, 47 - 63 Hz	15 to 30 VDC
Output	DC voltage and current (RS-485 optional)	DC voltage and RS-232	DC voltage or 4-20 mA
Operating Temperature	10°C to 55°C	0°C to 55°C	0°C to 70 °C
Unique Features	5 digit LED display Auto-calibration Programmable Splash proof front panel Mounting hardware included CE mark	Programmable set point controller Dual channel with math functions Digital I/O Large LCD display Splash proof front panel	Push-button calibration Flame retardant mini-module housing Master/slave excitation synchronization (Up to 10 channels) LED status lights Supports all standard AC LVDTs, RVDTs, and VR half-bridge sensors
Dimensions (mm)	173 x 97 x 49	178 x 92 x 92	85.1 x 70.4 x 17.8
Typical Applications	Remote monitoring stations, measurement test stands, process monitoring	LVDT based weighing systems, pass/ fail parts sorting, quality inspection	Automotive test instrumentation, factory automation

Linear Position - Potentiometers

	MLP, CLP	LINEAR MOTION
Models	MLP-12, MLP-25, MLP-50, MLP-75, MLP-100, MLP-125, MLP-150 CLP-25, CLP-50, CLP-75, CLP-100, CLP-150, CLP-200, CLP-250, CLP-290	5903, 5905
Package	Aluminum body, steel rod, IP65, IP67	7.94 mm - 12.7 mm/0.312" - 0.500" housing diameter 1.98 mm - 3.18 mm/0.078" - 0.125" shaft diameter
Linearity	±0.5 to ±1% (MLP) ±0.1 to ±0.2% (CLP)	Resistance1K/5K/10K, Lineaity: ±1%
Range	0 - 0.5 to 0 - 6" (MLP) 0 - 1 to 0 - 10" (CLP)	5903 series - up to 50.8 mm/2" stroke 5905 series - up to 101.6 mm/4" stroke
Excitation	Up to 40 VDC max	0 - 10 VDC
Output Options	Voltage divider	Smoothness: <0.1%
Resolution	Essentially infinite	Infinite
Resolution	10 m/s
Unique Features	Extended temperature range, miniature design First choice for auto racing applications Perfect for high cycle applications	--
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 90°C	-65°C to 125°C
Dimensions (mm)	Diameter/cross section: Ø9.5 mm (MLP) 15 mm x 15 mm (CLP)	--
Typical Applications	Vehicle testing, autosport instrumentation, structural and architectural testing and robotics	Critical position feedback applications in commercial, industrial, medical, aircraft and military markets

Angular Position - Potentiometers

	6000 - Servo Mount	6200 Servo Mount	6900 - Element/ WIper/ Insulator	6100 - Hollow Shaft
Package	• 12.7 mm - 50.8 mm/0.500" - 2.00" housing diameter • 3.170 mm - 6.34 mm/0.1248" - 0.2498" shaft diameter • 12.7 mm - 1.74 mm/0.500" - 0.680" housing length • 11.11 mm - 47.62 mm/0.438" - 1.875" mounting pilot diameter	• 12.7 mm - 50.8 mm/0.500" - 2.00" housing diameter • 3.170 mm - 6.34 mm/0.1248" - .2498" shaft diameter • 12.7 mm - 1.74 mm/0.500" - 0.680" housing length • 3/8 32 NEF thread/10.31 mm/ 0.4062" pilot diameter	• 17.81 mm - 45.85 mm/0.702" - 1.805 in element outside diameter • 4.724 mm - 11.05 mm/0.186" - 0.435" element inside diameter • 3.175 mm -6.35 mm/0.125" - 0.250 shaft insulator inside diameter • 4.064 mm - 7.80 mm/0.160" - 0.307" mating wiper inside diameter • 5.08 mm/0.200" assembled package height	• 27.94 mm - 66.5 mm/1.100" - 2.62" housing diameter • 3.175 mm - 19 mm/0.125" - 0.752" hollow shaft diameter
Resistance	1K - 20K	1K - 20K	1K/5K/10K	1K - 20K
Range	Up to 355°	Up to 355°	Up to 350°	Up to 355°
Linearity	± 0.5%	± 0.5%± 0.5%		± 0.5%
Output Smoothness	<0.1%	<0.1%	<0.1%	infinite
Operating Temperature	-65°C to 125°C	-65°C to 125°C	-65°C to 125°C	-65°C to 125°C
Rotational Life	50 million cycles/minute	50 million cycles/minute	50 million cycles/minute	50 million cycles/minute
Typical Applications	Critical position feedback applications in commercial, industrial, medical, aircraft and military markets	Critical position feedback applications in commercial, industrial, medical, aircraft and military markets	Critical position feedback applications in commercial, industrial, medical, aircraft and military markets	Critical position feedback applications in commercial, industrial, medical, aircraft and military markets

	RT8, RT9
Models	RT8CN, RT8DN, RT9CN, RT8101, RT8420, RT8510, RT9101, RT9420, RT9510
Package	Aluminum or stainless IP67, IP68
Type	±0.15% to ±1.25%
Unique Features	Absolute rotary Designed for heavy industrial applications CSA, CENELEC certification for hazardous area applications
Output	Voltage divider, 0 - 5 V, 0 - 10 V, 4 - 20 mA, incremental encoder, CANbus, DeviceNet™
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 90°C
Range	0 - 0.125 to 0 - 200 turns
Dimensions (mm)	Ø65 x 100 (RT8) Ø115 x 60 (RT9)
Typical Applications	Valve control, airport passenger loading bridge, water management, factory automation

	MEAS ED-18	MEAS ED-22	MEAS R36
Package	Medium duty with sleeve or ball bearing	Medium duty with sleeve bearing	Heavy duty shaftless
Resolution	Analog 1.4°	Analog 1.4°	Analog 1.4°
Maximum Speed	300 RPM (Sleeve bearing)	3000 RPM (Ball bearing)	300 RPM
Excitation	5 VDC	5 VDC	5 VDC
Unique Features	Low profile Excellent stability No optical degradation	Encapsulated electronics, sealed unit Highly resistant to vibration No optical degradation	Rugged housing Shaftless No optical degradation
Output	Voltage or current	Voltage	Voltage
Range	360°	270°	180°
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C	-40°C to 85°C
Dimensions (mm)	25.4 x 25.4 x 33.78	Ø19.1 x 37.1	37.36 x 25.4 x 7.62
Typical Applications	Feedback sensor or human-machine interface device, servomotor position and speed control	Low-cost, non-contact human-machine interface potentiometer replacement	Feedback sensor or human-machine interface device, rudder control, servomotor position and speed control

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