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Kavlico Industrial Pressure Sensors
Achieve CE Mark Certification |
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 Moorpark,
CA – Kavlico, a global business unit of Custom Sensors & Technologies
(CST) and an operation of Schneider Electric, has achieved the CE
mark compliance for five of its industrial pressure sensor product
families: the P992 Low Pressure Differential Sensor, the P4055 Low Cost
OEM Pressure Sensor, the P528 OEM Refrigeration Pressure Sensor, the
P6000 Miniature Pressure Sensor, and the PT250 Pressure Transmitter.
These products can be used for a wide array of applications, including
HVAC, compressors, refrigeration, medical, process control, hydraulics,
wastewater as well as a variety of other general industrial
applications. These five sensor families are available in gage,
absolute, sealed gage and differential pressure ranges from 0-30 cm H20
up through 750 psi (51.7 Bar). These products are offered as standard,
off-the-shelf models or may be configured with optional process and
electrical connectors, suited to the end-use application. Standard
output is 0.5 to 4.5 Vdc with other options available. The CE mark
designation certifies that these sensors and transmitters conform to ... |
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Pressure / temperature transmitter for
dual-mode engines |
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the approval of the Series 22 DT transmitter Keller AG für
Druckmesstechnik, Winterthur (Switzerland) has succeeded in moving
into the area of production engine applications that are governed by
extreme demands. So-called dual-mode vehicles have experienced a
tremendous boom due to the voluntary commitment of European car
manufacturers to reduce CO2 emissions to 140 g/km by 2008. These
vehicles can be operated using normal petrol during the start-up phase
and then with natural gas during continuous operation. The combustion of
natural gas such as methane (CH4) creates 25% less CO2 than petrol with
the same engine performance. The pan-European introduction and promotion
of this dual-mode technology has forced leading manufacturers to undergo
additional system optimisation that includes exact control of the gas
pressure and highly-dynamic measurement of the gas temperature directly
at the distributor (rail). Keller AG für Druckmesstechnik has developed
the transmitters in the Series 22 DT for ... |
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Metallic objects simply measured |
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distance information for the triangulation principle is obtained via the
reflection of the laser beam. Thereby, surface roughness in the sub-micrometre
range causes interference in the laser spot, whereby false measurement
results can be obtained. This physical effect is particularly
predominant in shiny objects and cannot be avoided using currently
available products on the market. Micro-Epsilon, as a specialist
in measurement technology, announces its new optoNCDT 2200LL, which also
makes reliable measurements on shiny metallic objects thanks to an oval
light spot. The point-shaped laser beam has now been widened using a
special cylindrical lens and projected onto the target. The light spot
is absorbed by a receiving array and evaluated. As the light spot is
averaged using a special software algorithm, interference is completely
filtered out. Another application area for the optoNCDT 2200LL is
structured surfaces, where the distance and not the structure itself
need to be measured. The distance information is not influenced by ... |
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Self-Contained Dew Point Instrument For
Easy Installation |
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DryCheck dew point instrument has been launched by Michell
Instruments as a response to demands from customers for an accurate,
stable but economic instrument, with simple sampling system, which could
be easily installed for use in a number of dew point measurement
applications. All components are housed in a rugged IP65 rated
polycarbonate case. This can easily be wall mounted at a convenient
point close to the gas sample. A clear cover protects the display and
the sample flowmeter. Gas connection (gas in and gas out) is provided
using “quick connect” push-fittings, suitable for use with 6 mm OD
Teflon tubing. Mains power input, and connection to the 4-20 mA analogue
output, and the two user programmable voltage free relay contacts are
all easily accessible behind the lower panel. The DryCheck utilises the
Michell Instruments Easidew On-Line to measure dew point in the range
–100 to + 20*C dew point, or moisture content in the range 0-3000 ppm.
This well-proven instrument has at its heart, Michell’s advanced Ceramic
Moisture Sensor providing accurate and stable measurement. The
calibration data for each sensor is stored ... |
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Melexis and CO2 footprint reductions in
the automotive industry |
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In view of the plans of the European Commision Melexis can state
that the company is ready to accomplish the needs the Commission has
pointed out in it’s draft regulation last month. The company’s
Integrated Circuits and Sensors are essential elements in the automotive
industry’s accelerated roadmap for CO2 footprint reductions and fuel
efficiency gains. The current high energy prices are structural and
driven in part by the successful economic achievements of China and
India. To offset these new consumption and emissions sources the Kyoto
Agreement signatories are all pledged to meet new efficiency targets.
These commitments are driving fuel efficiency and reduced emissions as
the top priority design targets of the world’s automotive OEM’s. The
strong shift in buying patterns has confirmed that consumers want the
most fuel efficient vehicles that meet their personal and professional
needs. The same consumers also acknowledge their responsibility to the
planet and look to honor their obligation in their choice of cars. A few
of these exciting technologies designed with Melexis ICs ... |
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Low-cost Light Sensor for Display Dimming
- New Light-to-Frequency SensorEyeCTM Saves Energy & Costs |
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announces a new light sensor for brightness dimming of mobile phone and
notebook screens. The automotive version of the MLX75304
Light-to-Frequency SensorEyeCTM is specifically designed for instrument
panel dimming and headlight control. The MLX75304 is the third member of
the SensorEyeCTM series. The MLX75303 Optical Switch and MLX75305
Light-to-Voltage SensorEyeCTM were launched in April and May. The
MLX75304 enables excellent screen readability under all circumstances.
In a deep dark night, it will control display brightness for perfect
reading comfort. During a bright sunny day the sensor will maximize
screen lighting for best possible visibility. Its huge dynamical range
of more than 100dB makes the sensor fit for all light situations. This
sensor is a monolithic integrated sensor where photodiode,
transimpedance amplifier and output stage are integrated on chip to
minimize manufacturing cost. ... |
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Accurate angle gauge - Analog single-axis
inclinometer AILSI |
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its analog single-axis inclinometer from the AILSI series ALTHen GmbH
Mess- und Sensortechnik – the specialist for electrical measurement of
mechanical values – presents a new measuring system for the measuring
and monitoring of inclinations, angles and changes in angle. The
outstanding features of these sturdy devices include the very small size
and high degree of accuracy with excellent stability and repeatability.
They are an extremely economical solution in areas with a low level of
vibration. AILSI inclinometers are used wherever the exact alignment of
a defined angle to a reference direction in static systems or slow
motional processes is to be measured and controlled. They are used for
the levelling of machines, antennas and buildings as well as for
monitoring cranes and hoisting platforms for safety or for stabilisation
applications in navigation and civil engineering surveys. The innovative
servo inclinometers from the AILSI series measure the inclination of an
axis. ... |
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Combined Pressure & Temperature Sensor
for R744 Mobile Air Conditioning Systems |
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 Moorpark,
CA – Kavlico, a global business unit of Custom Sensors & Technologies
(CST) and an operation of Schneider Electric, is pleased to announce
its newly released combined pressure & temperature sensor for use with
the natural refrigerant R744 (C02) for pressure & temperature sensing in
mobile air conditioning systems. By replacing ozone depleting or global
warming refrigerants with R744, global greenhouse gas emissions will be
reduced significantly. Consequently, Kavlico’s new sensor fits this
newly-created niche by delivering a technically-capable product that
meets our “green” initiative. This rugged, low-cost sensor has a 17-4 PH
hermetically sealed stainless housing. The sense element is based upon
Kavlico’s patented TiON (Titanium OxyNitride) thin film technology which
is capable of withstanding high media temperatures. The sensor’s high
operating pressure range of 0 to150 Bar with a proof pressure of 210 Bar
and a burst pressure of 320 Bar is well-suited for this demanding
application. ... |
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RoaDyn® Piezoelectric Measuring Wheels
for Extremely Small Torques |
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 Kistler:
Aerodynamic and drive train optimization is necessary not least to meet
the increasingly stringent CO2 emissions regulations faced by today’s
vehicles. In addition to cutting fossil fuel consumption, drivers
include the high crude oil price of around 100 dollars a barrel and the
very tough new vehicles’ emissions legislation anticipated. The torque
measuring wheels of the RoaDyn P1xy series yield important information
from simulation, test stand measurement and over-the-road testing.
Minute changes in torque are investigated in the road tests. Due to the
very high dynamic range of the piezoelectric sensors, an appropriately
chosen charge amplifier range allows extremely accurate operation of the
RoaDyn P106 Type 9294B… up to three factors of ten below the mechanical
limit of its measuring range. Its sensors with piezoelectric crystals
have the following ... |
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