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Common problems with sensors and how to overcome them

Some of the most common sensor problems are down to the initial choice of sensor without knowing what else is available on the market, many people choose the same sensors over and over again, replacing faulty or worn out ones with the same model. It is worth shopping around to find a...

Comparing Positek's Linear Position Sensor and LVDTs

Positek is a leading manufacturer of position sensors using a patented non-contact inductive technology. Their linear position sensors have the benefits of modern LVDTs but with increased reliability, robustness, and durability.Contacting and non-contacting sensor design are two broad categories...

APPLICATION NOTE: Positek's P118 slimline short-stroke linear position sensor ideally suits Team Bath Racing's closed loop hydraulic clutch

With a housing diameter of just 19 mm, selectable stroke range of 2 to 50 mm and linearity to +/- 0.25%, Positek's P118 series pushrod style linear position sensors are well suited to precision measurement tasks where space is at a premium and where durability, reliability and affordability are...

String Pots

A string pot is another term for a cable extension transducer. There are many different terms for this type of sensor, such as; cable transducer, yo yo pot, cable actuated sensor, string encoder they all mean the same device. What is a String Pot?A string pot is a type of position sensor...

High accuracy position feedback for fluid power cylinders: Positek launch new in-cylinder mounted position sensor with integrated electronics

Fulfilling the increased demand for accurate and robust position feedback in hydraulic and pneumatic instrumentation systems,nbsp;Positek - the leading UK displacement transducer manufacturer - has launched a new line of competitively priced linear position sensors for in-cylinder mounting with...

Rotary Position Sensor Types

We are a manufacturer of position sensors and rotary position sensors are part of our product range. Our rotary position sensors use our own PIPs technology which is completely non-contacting; however, there are other types of rotary position sensors available. Rotary Position Sensor Types A...