Instron, headquartered in Massachusetts, USA, is a global market leader in the materials testing industry. It manufactures and services a comprehensive range of materials testing equipment and accessories for the research, industrial and academic sectors. A variety of Instron systems test samples ranging from components for jet engines to medical syringes. Instron has just launched […]
Linear Encoders
Absolute LC 115 and LC 415 sealed linear encoders from HEIDENHAIN
The absolute LC 115 and LC 415 sealed linear encoders from HEIDENHAIN are now available for use on machines with measuring lengths up to 4240 mm. Their double sealing lips on the LC 115 version protect against contamination, and their extrusions ensure high vibration resistance, making these encoders extremely strong on the accuracy front. These […]
Cylinder-style Proximity Sensors from Festo
Hauppauge, NY – The SMT-/SME-10M series proximity sensors from Festo are applicable to a wide range of drive units and offer a new dimension of reliability and cost effectiveness. The long cylinder-style sensors detect the position of magnets fitted to pneumatic drives. The wide selection of cable lengths makes customer assembly unnecessary and speeds-up installation. Sturdy […]
New Slim Linear Encoders from RSF
Schaumburg, Ill. – RSF, whose sister company is HEIDENHAIN Corporation, introduces a new slim profile linear encoder series MSA 700 and 800 for metrology applications requiring protection from contamination. The encoders feature generous mounting tolerances, low level backlash and optimized thermal behavior. Typical applications include optical comparators, and video and vision systems. Central to the design of […]
Balluff’s Explosion Proof Linear Transducer Offers Worldwide Hazardous Approval Ratings
Florence, Ky. – Balluff’s Micropulse TA12 explosion-proof linear position transducer now has IECEx hazardous area approval rating, in addition to existing ATEX and North American approvals, expanding its acceptability for worldwide use in applications where hazardous gases and/or dusts are present. The Micropulse TA12 is a non-contact linear position sensor with a compact, explosion-proof housing. It’s […]
No-Drift Absolute Gaging Package from HEIDENHAIN
Schaumburg, Ill. –HEIDENHAIN Corporation announces that it has coupled the new ACANTO Absolute Length Gage with the established and versatile ND 2100G GAGE-CHEK metrology readouts. This gaging package is a great solution for many fixed gaging applications. The HEIDENHAIN ACANTO Absolute Length Gage with EnDat 2.2 provides the benefits of an optical encoder and solves […]
Linear actuator for automation applications
PILine ultrasonic piezo drives offer an affordable alternative to electromagnetic linear motors and motor-leadscrew combinations when small dimensions and/or high speed are important. With velocities of up to 200mm/s, these drives are fast, compact and readily integrated. In addition, PIline motors are self-locking at rest with zero heat generation, eliminating the need for an additional […]
MTS Systems’ Sensors Division’s magnetostrictive sensors new alternative
MTS Systems’ Sensors Division’s magnetostrictive sensors now provide the performance level that make them preferable alternatives to linear encoders in certain applications. The sensors can be utilized as encoders because they offer the performance and reliability needed for dynamic closed-loop control. They provide continuous, precise position feedback that permits velocity and position-controlled movements at very […]
Micropulse Generation 7 Linear Position Transducers from Balluff
Florence, KY – Balluff has introduced the first of its new Micropulse Generation 7 linear position transducers, featuring improved measurement and environmental specifications, longer lengths, and more flexible setup than previous models. Debuting in the analog rod style housing, Generation 7 is available in two versions, Micropulse and Micropulse Plus. Micropulse is fully backward compatible […]
Linear Cable Transducer from BEI Industrial Encoders
BEI Industrial Encoders’ new linear cable transducer provides digital position and speed feedback information in a rugged, easy-to-install package. Model LT25 cable transducer utilizes a flexible measuring cable mounted to an internal spring-loaded spool and a quadrature encoder output to precisely measure linear motion applications. The sturdy cable is made of nylon coated stainless steel […]
