The Dual Icon 14 mm panel-mount LED indicators from APEM are bi-color indicators designed to provide dual-state visual feedback in space-constrained control panels. The indicators feature a threaded anti-rotation barrel, IP67-rated sealed bezel and plated brass construction, supporting operation in industrial, commercial and marine environments exposed to dust, water, vibration and temperature extremes. Designed for […]
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Low-SWaP accelerometer replaces quartz sensors
The Tronics AXO315®T1 from TDK Corporation is a single-axis, closed-loop MEMS accelerometer for measurement while drilling and related downhole navigation tasks, with a ±14 g input range and an operating temperature range of -30°C to +175°C. Designed for high vibration and high-temperature drilling environments, it provides a 24-bit digital SPI interface, specified vibration rectification error […]
Low-power magnetic sensors operate from 1.8 V to 5.5 V
The LF21173TMR and LF21177TMR omnipolar magnetic switches from Littelfuse combine Tunneling Magnetoresistance (TMR) sensing with CMOS output circuitry in a compact LGA4 package for low-power, space-constrained designs. Operating across a 1.8 V–5.5 V supply range, the switches offer magnetic sensitivity from 9 to 30 Gauss and omnipolar operation, supporting applications such as smart meters, electronic […]
Dual-input inductive sensor enhances precision position feedback
Melexis MLX90514 is a dual-input inductive sensor interface that provides absolute 16-bit position measurement with zero-latency response for robotics, industrial automation, and mobility systems. Its contactless inductive principle supports rotary and linear sensing with coil diameters from 20–300 mm and linear displacements up to 400 mm. The device integrates on-chip signal processing, synchronized dual-channel measurement, and […]
Micropower Hall sensor targets compact motion-sensing designs
Melexis unveils the MLX90296, a new micropower linear Hall-effect sensor that draws less than 5 µA at 100 Hz and integrates digital filters for enhanced performance. Its flexible architecture is available in multiple pre-configured variants under different part numbers, enabling short lead times and allowing it to suit a wide range of battery-powered applications, including […]
Multi-axis sensors simultaneously capture three forces and three moments
To help engineers meet the demands of modern machine automation and test stands – such as wind channels or model testing – leading measurement specialist, Hottinger Brüel & Kjær (HBK), has added a low-capacity model to its sensor family – MCS10. The MCS10 multi-axis sensors can simultaneously capture up to three forces (tension and compression) […]
Switches detect omnipolar or bipolar magnetic fields
Littelfuse, Inc. announced the launch of two next-generation Tunneling Magnetoresistance (TMR) magnetic switches: the LF21112TMR omnipolar switch and the LF11215TMR bipolar switch. These compact devices offer exceptional magnetic sensitivity, thermal stability, and ultra-low power consumption—providing energy-efficient sensing solutions for smart meters, wearables, consumer electronics, industrial automation, and home security systems. (View the video.) By integrating TMR technology with ultra-low-power CMOS […]
Compact sensor integrates dual accelerometers and gyroscope
STMicroelectronics has developed a three-in-one motion sensor designed for industrial IoT systems requiring both precision and durability. The device integrates low-g and high-g accelerometers with a gyroscope in a compact package that supports simultaneous detection of a wide range of accelerations. This enables accurate monitoring of both subtle vibrations and sudden shocks in demanding industrial […]
Board-mounted RTD’s monitor system temperature
Bourns, Inc. introduced its Riedon RTDW Series Resistance Temperature Sensors by Bourns. Designed to deliver precise temperature sensing or compensation, the new series expands the Company’s sensing portfolio with devices engineered with advanced features and packaging options that supply high accuracy, long-term stability, and broad design flexibility. The RTDW Series combines standard RTD resistance values of 100, […]
Automotive sensor requirements for software-defined vehicles: latency, resolution, and zonal architecture
The automotive industry’s shift toward software-defined vehicles (SDV) and electrification is forcing a fundamental rethink of development processes, component specifications, and cross-industry collaboration. During a recent technical briefing, three engineers from TE Connectivity outlined how these changes are impacting everything from 30-year-old Stage-Gate processes to sensor latency requirements and the implementation of zonal architecture across […]
