Mencom announces an improved version of the MIXO modular pneumatic connection system that uses a new self-extinguishing thermoplastic insert and metal contacts. The new MIXO system not only allows more frequent mating cycles for compressed air distribution systems but also guarantees better mechanical resistance, increased airflow for transmitting dry and compressed air in pneumatic systems. […]
Right-angle LVDTs work in environments with contaminants and tight spaces
Newtek offers right-angle versions of its LVDT position sensors that provide highly accurate linear displacement feedback in dirty environments containing sawdust, dirt, and grease that can contaminate conventional linear position sensors. These right angle LVDTs offer ongoing reliability amid flying sawdust, chunks of wood, grease, and caustic materials found within the pulp and paper mills, […]
Compact IPX8-rated barometric pressure sensor IC:boasts high accuracy
ROHM Semiconductor announced the new BM1390GLV(-Z) compact, high accuracy barometric pressure sensor IC. The new device features a waterproof rating of IPX8 and is ideal for home appliances, industrial equipment, and compact IoT devices. Barometric pressure sensors have become popular in wearables and smartphones for indoor navigation, and for acquiring altitude data in activity meters. In […]
Environmental sensors offer flexible monitoring for PowerLOK PDUs
Gateview Technologies announces its new line of EnviroLOK PDU Environmental Sensor PODs that add highly accurate temperature and humidity sensing capabilities to the company’s diverse range of rack power distribution units (rPDUs). Available in configurations for up to 4 sensor PODs with accompanying 6-foot RJ12 cords, each POD features industry-leading monitoring accuracy at ±0.2C for […]
Smart fabric sensor designed for next-gen human interaction
BeBop Sensors has announced a new smart fabric sensor designed for next-gen human interaction. The Note Touch reference design includes a small fabric sensing array (16×16 nodes) and a software toolkit to experiment with touch interfaces on any curved or flat surface and rapidly bring new ideas to market. Using gestures such as taps, swipes, and multi-touch, […]
Rod position sensors carry stainless steel shields
Novotechnik, U.S. introduces the LWX-002 Series shaft protected position sensors designed for extremely harsh environments. The all-metal sensor shaft is protected over its range of motion with an SS304 alloy, 0.9 mm thick stainless steel shield. The LWX-002 Series has a differential pressure compensation system with a Gore membrane to compensate for the pump effect […]
Graphene Hall sensors support operating magnetic fields up to 30 T, temps down to 1.5 K
Paragraf has leveraged its expertise in the manufacturing and implementation of graphene technology to make another major advance in Hall sensor performance. The company has announced the availability of a new sensor range capable of unmatched sensitivity and linearity when placed in low-temperature environments and in strong magnetic fields. Tested at the High Field Magnetic […]
Actuator adds smart control functions, sensors, communication to equipment and machinery
Ewellix has developed a smart electro-mechanical actuator with extended functionality, for use in demanding applications such as agricultural and construction machinery. Compared with earlier models, the smart actuator CAHB-2xS offers four new or enhanced features – in control, accurate position sensors, built-in monitoring/diagnostics, and communication. It also offers a typical MTTF (mean time to failure) of […]
AEC-Q100 qualified ambient light sensor offers high dynamic range to 228 klux
The Optoelectronics group of Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced a new AEC-Q100 qualified ambient light sensor for automotive and consumer applications where very high sensitivity is needed for sensing light through dark cover materials. The Vishay Semiconductors VEML6031X00 features a highly sensitive photodiode, low noise amplifier, 16-bit ADC, and infrared (IR) channel in a miniature, opaque […]
Tiny VCEL suitable for 3D sensing applications
ams OSRAM expands its 3D sensing portfolio with four new VCSEL modules. The number of applications that utilize 3D sensing technology continues to increase: From the detection of the surroundings for robots to avoid collisions to the unlocking of smartphones via facial recognition. But 3D sensing also plays an important role in augmented and virtual […]