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OEM/Factory Automation Sensor Measures Extended Displacements

The rugged Series C displacement sensor mounts flexibly and measures ranges up to 85 inches (2.159 m).
The rugged Series C displacement sensor mounts flexibly and measures ranges up to 85 inches (2.159 m).

News Release

OEM/FACTORY AUTOMATION SENSOR MEASURES EXTENDED DISPLACEMENTS
Designed for Demanding Environments

PALMDALE, CALIFORNIA USA -- Delivering extended range and rugged performance in a small package, SpaceAge Control is shipping the Series C line of miniature position transducers for demanding industrial control and factory automation environments. The products deliver high-reliability displacement measurement of up to 85 inches (2.16 m) in a 3.5-inch by 3.5-inch by 3.8-inch (89-mm by 89-mm by 97-mm) package. Typical applications include hydraulic cylinder feedback, injection molding machine control, heavy equipment component location, and forklift height monitoring.

Developed as a space-saving alternative to rod-type devices such as LVDTs, magnetostrictive devices, and linear potentiometers, the flexible and easy-to-install products use a stainless steel cable wound around a spring-powered precision-machined drum. The bearing-mounted drum is mated to a sensor assembly that translates linear position information to an electrical signal. Key features and benefits include:

  • DirectConnectTM technology eliminates backlash that results with clutched and geared designs
  • AccuTrakTM threaded drum ensures repeatability from cycle to cycle
  • UniIdlerTM cable exit allows 270° displacement cable flexibility
  • Choice of 3 easy device installation methods: cam locks, mounting plate, or saddle clamp

The Series C position transducers contain the same technology and design features used on the company's proven space vehicle and high-performance aircraft displacement sensors. Installation generally takes less than 1 minute. The products weigh less than 20 oz. (567 g) and can withstand 100g/15g shock/vibration environments. Analog or digital outputs are available. Operating temperature is from -40° to +85° C (analog) and -10° to +85° C (digital) or better. Standard environmental protection is to IP 66 / NEMA 4 with IP 67 / NEMA 6 available. Custom configurations and signal conditioning are available. Operating lifetime is in excess of 5,000,000 shaft revolutions.

The product is available immediately direct from the factory (https://spaceagecontrol.com/reqorder.htm) or via a network of representatives (https://spaceagecontrol.com/reps.htm).

A product introduction is available at https://spaceagecontrol.com/pmc0303.htm#A. Detailed product features are examined at https://spaceagecontrol.com/pmc0403.htm#A.

SpaceAge Control is the leader in the development of innovative, rugged, miniature position transducers. Its quality system is compliant with ISO 9001 and AS9000. The company was started in 1968 and is located in Palmdale, California USA.

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A high-resolution photo is at https://spaceagecontrol.com/s057f.jpg. Photo caption is: Series C Analog and Digital Position Transducer for Industrial Control and Factory Automation. Product data sheet is at https://spaceagecontrol.com/s021n.htm.

Editorial Contact

Tom Anderson, Application Development Manager
SpaceAge Control, Inc.
38850 20th Street East
Palmdale, CA 93550 USA
661-273-3000 Ext. 102, 661-273-4240 (fax)
email@spaceagecontrol.com


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