Sensors (pressure)

AutomationDirect has added the AchieVe LPPT series pressure transmitters, which offer great value for general industrial applications. These pressure sensors feature a rugged, compact stainless-steel construction, are suitable for space-limited applications, and are extremely affordable. AchieVe pressure transmitters offer a male 1/4-in. NPT process connection, measuring ranges up to 5000 psig, and a 4-20 mA…

AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser Ceraphant series digital pressure transmitters featuring a compact stainless steel construction, a 4-digit LCD display, and IO-Link compatibility for easy setup, integration, and on-the-fly configuration changes. Ceraphant PTP31B series digital pressure transmitters offer dual 1/2-in. NPT male / 1/4-in. NPT female process connections and are available in measuring ranges up to…

Global technology, software, and engineering leader Emerson will present its Floor to Cloud hydrogen solutions at Hyvolution in Paris, from January 30 through February 1, 2024. Emerson will demonstrate how this tailored, scalable approach to automation can improve efficiency and optimize operational performance for projects of any size throughout the hydrogen value chain. Visitors to…

AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser Cerabar series pressure transmitters to their growing lineup of process control and measurement devices. Endress+Hauser supplies process control sensors/instruments to a wide variety of industries worldwide and is known for highly reliable, accurate, and innovative measurement devices. The Cerabar series of pressure transmitters offers both ceramic and stainless-steel measuring cells for…

PCB Piezotronics announced the release of a new ultra-high temperature pressure sensor for combustion testing and thermoacoustic pressure measurements with a unique design element that eliminates the need for water cooling. The new model 176A33 pressure sensor features a temperature rating of 1400° F (760° C). This new pressure sensor measures combustion dynamics as well…

Clippard expanded the Cordis family with this new transducer line. These piezoresistive silicone pressure sensors can either be used as feedback for Clippard’s CPC Pressure Controller or as a standalone transducer.  Current optional outputs are 0 to 5 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC and 0.5 to 4.5 VDC. These transducers are conditioned and temperature-compensated and…

At the 2022 IEEE International Ultrasonics Symposium, imec, a world-leading research and innovation center in nanoelectronics and digital technologies, presented a piezoelectric Micromachined Ultrasound Transducer (pMUT) array that is compatible with flat-panel-displays (FPD) process technologies. The array demonstrates acoustic pressures in mid-air above 1kPa, a pressure level relevant for enabling mid-air haptics and directed sound.…

Kistler‘s new 4017A piezoresistive absolute pressure sensor combines excellent measuring features with universal applicability. Thanks to its compactness, innovative design and outstanding media compatibility it is optimal for use in engine development as well as hydraulic and pneumatic applications, in both hot and cold environments. Piezoresistive (PR) pressure sensors consist of a silicon-based Wheatstone bridge…

Heilind Electronics, a leading distributor of electronic components and an authorized distributor for All Sensors Corporation (an Amphenol company), has added the manufacturer’s ELV Series of analog and digital pressure sensors to its catalog. The sensors feature CoBeam2 technology – an innovative sensing element technology offering best-in-class, ultra-low pressure sensing for superior stability and performance.…

Heilind Electronics, a premier distributor of electronic components worldwide, has partnered with Trafag, a global leader in the design and manufacture of harsh environment pressure sensors and transmitters, temperature sensors and SF6 gas density sensors. A key component of the new offering is Trafag’s pressure transmitters. These solutions are available in many designs to suit…

The compact ON/OFF current sensor, from Carlo Gavazzi, is suitable for monitoring of critical loads such as fans, water pumps, lighting and motors. The EISH Series can detect current as low as 200 mA AC and up to 60 Amps AC, making it optimal for applications in a variety of markets including HVAC, water treatment,…

Superior Sensor Technology announced the HS Series, an advanced family of differential pressure transmitter (DPT) subsystems that offer engineers a flexible, accurate and easily configurable DPT design solution for HVAC and industrial air handling systems. The HS Series is a DPT subsystem which includes the already popular performance features of the HV Series with additional…

EXAIR’s new Pressure Sensing Digital Flowmeters provide a way for plant personnel to monitor pressure throughout a compressed air system along with flow. A pressure sensor is mounted between the two flow sensing probes and the display can be configured to show air pressure or air flow. A transistor output can also be configured to…

Tyrata announced today that it will be deploying its automated tire tread monitoring system at the Durham, NC bus depot, in cooperation with the Durham City Transit Company and Continental. In this test program, Tyrata’s IntelliTread(TM) Drive-Over System (DOS) will measure and evaluate Durham buses’ tire tread depth to provide actionable tire maintenance information. The rugged…

At Sensors Expo 2019, Tom Nguyen, CEO of DunAn Sensing, explains innovative packaging for silicon microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) pressure sensor die that does not sacrifice performance. To complement its stable silicon MEMS die, DunAn Sensing is investing in packaging that takes advantage of the stability and adds flexibility without giving up performance in the package. […]

Amphenol All Sensors Corp. of Morgan Hill, Calif. now sells MLDX series pressure sensors — which are fully compatible as a drop-in replacement for Honeywell SDX series sensors. The new series offers OEM customers design flexibility and high performance over a wide temperature range … for pressure ranges from 5 inH2O to 100 PSI. The […]

Heilind Electronics has partnered with SSI Technologies (an Amphenol Company) to bring its customers a broad range of industry-leading automotive and heavy equipment sensor solutions. As an authorized distributor for SSI Technologies, Heilind will offer an extensive selection of level sensors, pressure sensors, digital gauges, speed and position sensors, and other sensing products. The company […]

Non-contact EchoPod and EchoTouch reflective ultrasonic liquid level sensors feature Flowline’s proprietary Reflective Technology that delivers reliable level measurement in condensing environments. Condensation is the most commonly encountered variable in liquid level applications and attenuates the acoustic signal of non-reflective ultrasonic sensors, weakening signal strength and reducing measurement reliability. These reflective level sensors replace ultrasonic […]

At Sensors Expo 2019, Tanja Hofner, a Principal Hardware Engineer for RF and Sensors in Infineon’s Power Management and Multimarket segment explains the operation of the company’s Integrated Alarm System demo. The demo uses two Infineon sensors: the digital XENSIV IM69D130 microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) microphone and a DPS310 digital barometric pressure sensor as well as […]

At Sensors Expo 2019, Devin Brock, Manager of Product Knowledge and Training for Sensors Solutions at TE Connectivity, explains the numerous opportunities for a variety of sensors in an air conditioning (AC) system. The working table top heating ventilating and AC (HVAC) system from New Product Innovations has wired and wireless sensors from TE Connectivity […]

Heilind Electronics, an authorized distributor for Sensata Technologies, has expanded its sensor portfolio with the manufacturer’s 116CP Series pressure sensors. Highly accurate with 100 percent automated calibration, the sensors utilize field-proven ceramic capacitive technology designed for high-volume applications. 116CP Series pressure sensors are also manufactured to REACH, RoHS and CE standards. Adding to the sensors’ […]

Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is a modern technique that allows surgeons to perform operations through small incisions (usually 5-15 mm). Although it has numerous advantages over older surgical techniques, MIS can be more difficult to perform. Some inherent drawbacks are: Limited motion due to straight laparoscopic instruments and fixation enforced by the small incision in…

Hebi Robotics’ new R-Series actuators are designed to be modular, sealed, and lightweight for custom rugged applications.

The STAG or scalable tactile glove out of MIT helps build a tactile map that can be used to train a neural network to improve object recognition, grasping, and manipulation by robots and prostheses.

To make designing with the sensor easier, best practices and guidelines compiled by the application experts at the sensor manufacturer and other tools can simplify user’s implementation and avoid pitfalls that have been observed in previous system designs. This is certainly true for sensors (transducers) that convert mechanical forces to electrical signals and have mechanical […]