The new product range focuses exclusively on sensor solutions in the fields of acceleration, position, inclination, vibration and force. Micro-Epsilon UK can supply OEMs and machine builders with MEMS sensors, in small-to-medium volumes, customised to suit individual requirements, including a variety of connections, output signals and mounting options.
The new sensor ranges are based on high performance MEMS acceleration sensors that are suitable for harsh environments, providing both high precision and high measurement repeatability. The measuring element itself consists of a pendulum, whose static and dynamic movements are measured using the capacitive measurement method. Made from high purity silicon, the measuring element is hermetically-sealed in glass and silicon, providing long term stability. A symmetrical design compensates for any temperature fluctuations caused by the expansion coefficient of the silicon.
Chris Jones, Managing Director at Micro-Epsilon UK comments: "Whilst many suppliers of acceleration, inclination and vibration sensors are willing to provide OEMs with standard, catalogue products – or even custom products if order volumes are sufficiently high – Micro-Epsilon UK can supply custom sensors in low-to-medium volumes, which better meets the needs of the OEM and machine building markets in the UK. We can assist customers with upfront design and development support, as well as advice on single system components such as the sensor element, the interface to their own systems and the housing. In addition, we have a range of catalogue sensors that can be used for single one-off requirements or for applications where low order quantities are needed."
Custom sensors
Custom acceleration and vibration sensors have also been developed for military applications. Typically, these sensors provide high EMC protection, high system stability and low failure probability. In addition, application-specific vibration sensors with signal processing have been developed for safety-critical applications on trains, including derailment protection sensors and curve detection sensors.
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