Description
The Gill 1508 Blade60 Position Sensor is a fully configurable inductive position sensor, capable of monitoring both linear and angular movements. Uniquely, the position sensor is a two-part design, using non-contact induction technology to detect the position of an activating metallic object.
** NOT RECOMMENDED FOR NEW APPLICATIONS **
Features of the 1508 position sensor:
- 60mm linear or 90° angular measurement
- Non-contact reliability
- Fully configurable range
- No moving sensor parts
- Analogue/digital output
Small, light and robust, the position sensor is fully electronic with full on-board processing. The Blade 60 Position Sensor is supplied with the BladeCOM user interface, which allows users to configure the measurement range and output signals, among other parameters, to their needs providing a fully programmable sensor. This combines with a high level of reliability and accuracy that will not degrade over the sensors lifetime.
The position sensor has a 60mm zone in which the position measurement can be made. It is possible to monitor linear (up to 60mm), angular (up to 90° approx) and even non-uniform repeatable movement within this measurement zone. The measurement range limits can be re-programmed via our free BladeCOM software, so the full-scale output can be achieved over a smaller measurement range if required. For example the sensor can be programmed to provide a 0.25-4.2V output over just 30mm of the measurement zone.
The non-contact nature of this inductive position sensor ensures long-term reliability in dusty, abrasive, high vibration, moist and other harsh operating conditions. Unlike hall-effect devices, the inductive technology used ensures the sensor output will not drift with temperature and is unaffected by changing magnetic fields in the application.
Environmentally protected to IP67, the 60mm Position Sensor is suitable for fully submerged installations and applications subject to salt spray or regular jet washing. The materials used are compatible with most aggressive industrial and automotive fluids, so mounting fully submerged within a vehicle transmission, for example, is possible.
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