Novotechnik, U.S. introduces the Vert-X 1600 Series of non-contact angle sensors. The series features easy mounting in tight spaces with a 16 mm diameter body and mounting flanges with metal inserts. Vert-X 1600 Series sensors measure 0 to 360° with full resolution and accuracy at programmed electrical angles as well. Other key specifications include independent […]
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Sensirion at Sensor+Test 2014
Sensirion is known for its innovative products, customized solutions and excellent support. Our products set the standard in markets around the world. At this year’s edition of Sensor+Test 2014, we will exhibit new and refined sensor solutions for measuring gas and liquid flow, differential pressure, humidity and temperature. Among other things, you can learn more […]
OMEGA Compact RTD Temperature Sensor
This RTD plug sensor is ideal for pressure vessel applications, pressurized containers and applications requiring a temperature sensor with an NPT mounting fitting. The single element design has a 1/8″ diameter, 316 stainless steel probe that extends 13 mm (0.51″) or 24 mm (0.94″) from a 1/8 NPT mounting thread. The M12 connector assures a […]
Wireless Sensor Platform Enables Smart Water
If you can continuously monitor and communicate data from rivers, swimming pools and spas, sea water or remote ponds, you have smart water. For these types of water quality applications, Libelium launched a Smart Water wireless sensor platform. Using its Waspmote wireless technology, sensor data from probes can be transmitted to the Cloud via 3G, […]
Sense the Excitement – A New Year for Sensing
It’s January 2014 and that means that the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is happening in Las Vegas and attending companies including sensor suppliers will be announcing new products. For mobile applications, Bosch Sensortec announced the BME280 sensor that combines pressure, humidity and temperature measurement capability in a single package. An 8-pin metal-lid 2.5 x 2.5 […]
Sensirion Joins Atmel’s Sensor Hub Platform Ecosystem
Sensirion has partnered with platform manufacturer Atmel to create an easy-to-use and power efficient sensor hub solution. This relationship allows Sensirion to provide its customers with turnkey sensor hub solutions and enables designers to create smarter, connected devices including mobile devices and wearables. Atmel’s sensor hub solutions combine inputs from different sensors, which range from […]
TURCK Fully Programmable Temperature Sensor
TURCK introduces the TS530 temperature sensor, the latest addition to the company’s temperature sensor line. Featuring an integrated resistance temperature detector (RTD), the TS530 combines the display, process connection and RTD all in a single part for fast and reliable performance. Simple, push-button programming and large, highly visible LED displays ensure easy operation, while a […]
Stand-alone Smart Sensor Label Uses Printed Electronics Technology
Designed for monitoring of perishable goods, Thin Film Electronics ASA temperature-tracking label is a complete closed system built from printed and organic electronics. Two applications that can benefit from this design methodology are pharmaceutical companies and retailers. The Smart Label will allow pharmaceutical companies to validate that temperature-sensitive products are safe and effective and prevent […]
The Value of Adding Options to Sensors
In this Frank Talk about Sensors, Randy Frank talks to Valerie Rothermel-Nelson of Honeywell about a new value added program for sensors. To access the discussion, click here. For more information about the Honeywell value added program, click here.
Turning RFID Tags into Sensor Tags
The next generation of RFID tags from ams AG allows the reading of identification data, as well as temperature from an onbaord sensor and other environmental conditions from external sensors. The SL13A is an ISO15693-compliant tag for use with near field communications (NFC-V) and high-frequency radio-frequency identification (HF RFID) readers. The SL900A is an EPC […]