Macro Sensors has expanded its LP 750 Series of hermetically sealed frictionless position sensors with a line of 5V DC units for hydraulic cylinder and valve position sensing. The low voltage, power regulation 5V DC input works with micro-controlled based systems and allows the signal processing electronics to be located remotely in hostile applications involving high temperatures, vibration, shock and radiation. Units offer an output range of 0.5 to 4.5 V DC.
Serving as potentiometer replacement sensors, the LP750 has no parts that wear out, offering infinite cycle life for greater performance and reliability than a potentiometer. They are constructed entirely from stainless steel and are sealed to IP68. The compact design is made possible thanks to a novel coil configuration and digitally enhanced analogue output. The significant stroke to length advantage, compact size and environmental robustness of these sensors equips them for use in hydraulic rams.
The sensors are available in standard ranges of 3.75 (95 mm) to 24” (600 mm) and are offered with three outputs, including the new 5 VD DC input with 0.5 to 4.5V DC output (LPVR Series), a pre-calibrated, loop-powered 4-20 input/output (LPIR Series) or a nominal 24V DC input 0 to 10 V DC output (LPER Series). A one meter length will be available soon.