Micro-Epsilon extends range of modular draw wire sensors
Micro-Epsilon has extended its wireSENSOR series of draw wire sensors to include two new devices.
The first, the MK88, is a lightweight and compact draw wire sensor targeted at OEM applicationsincluding mobile cranes, fire rescue vehicles, mobile working platforms and scissor lifts.
Weighing in at 400g and measuring 88 x 90 x 90mm, it is available in three measuring ranges: 230mm, 3500mm and 500mm, each with output options of potentiometric (P), 0 to10V (U) or 4 to 20mA (I).
The second device, the wireSENSOR P85, has a plastic line rather than a conventional steel wire, making it suitable for use in high voltage environments or where plant and machinery are sensitive to interference from conductive materials.
The cable connector is also plastic, allowing the sensor to be used in applications where plant and equipment are sensitive to interference from conductive materials, or are installed in high voltage environments where there must be no conductive connections between the sensor and target object.
The wireSENSOR mechanisms in the P85 series are designed to ensure simple mounting of an incremental or absolute encoder. Micro-Epsilon says the selection of the interface, resolution and type of connection can be individually configured, providing optimum matching to the signal conditioning system. Mounting grooves on the four sides of the housing are said to ensure simple, flexible installation.
Typical applications for the P85 include medical X-ray machines, MRI scanners, dentist chairs and medical operating tables.
