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Linear <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B>
Linear Position Sensors - (610 companies)

Linear position sensors is a general search form for all linear position / displacement detection product areas. Search by Specification | Learn More

Rotary <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B>
Rotary Position Sensors - (148 companies)

Rotary position sensors include potentiometers, resolvers and a variety of magnetic and capacitive technologies. Sensors are designed for angular displacement less than one turn or for multiturn displacement. Search by Specification | Learn More

<B>Position</B> Probes
Position Probes - (143 companies)

Position probes measure the position of a target surface, usually with a high degree of accuracy. This search form covers many different linear position products. Search by Specification | Learn More

Tilt <B>Sensors</B>, Switches and Inclinometers
Tilt Sensors, Switches and Inclinometers - (130 companies)

Tilt sensors, switches and inclinometers generate an artificial horizon and measure angular tilt with respect to this horizon. They are used in cameras, aircraft flight controls, automobile security systems, and special switches. Search by Specification | Learn More

Magnetoresistive Linear <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B> and Switches
Magnetoresistive Linear Position Sensors and Switches - (44 companies)

Magnetoresistive linear position sensors and switches have a linear resistance output signal representing the distance an object is from a reference point. Search by Specification | Learn More

Eddy Current Linear <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B>
Eddy Current Linear Position Sensors - (23 companies)

Eddy current linear position sensors detect the distance from a target by using magnetic fields generated by a reference and sensing coils. Search by Specification | Learn More

Ultrasonic Linear <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B> and Switches
Ultrasonic Linear Position Sensors and Switches - (72 companies)

Ultrasonic linear position sensors and switches use ultrasonic waves in combination with light and frequency readings for position and displacement sensing. Search by Specification | Learn More

Optical Triangulation <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B>
Optical Triangulation Position Sensors - (51 companies)

Optical triangulation position sensors use reflected waves to pinpoint position and displacement. The source of these waves may be a light emitting diode (LED), infrared (IR) light, or laser. Search by Specification | Learn More

LVDT Linear <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B>
LVDT Linear Position Sensors - (78 companies)

Linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) linear position sensors have a series of inductors in a hollow cylindrical shaft and a solid cylindrical core. These devices produce an electrical output proportional to the position of the core Search by Specification | Learn More

Magnetostrictive <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B>
Magnetostrictive Position Sensors - (16 companies)

Magnetostrictive position sensors are non-contact linear position sensors that use the momentary interaction of two magnetic fields to produce a strain pulse that moves along a waveguide. One field is from a magnet that moves along the outside of the waveguide. The other field is from the waveguide itself. Search by Specification | Learn More

Hall Effect <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B>
Hall Effect Position Sensors - (52 companies)

Hall effect position sensors are non-contact devices that convert energy from a magnetic field into an electrical signal. They use the Hall effect, a voltage caused by current-flow in the presence of a magnetic field. Search by Specification | Learn More

Variable Resistance Linear <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B> and Switches
Variable Resistance Linear Position Sensors and Switches - (11 companies)

Variable reluctance linear position sensors and switches are noncontact devices that use variable reluctance based technology, and whose output signal represents the distance between an object and a reference point. Search by Specification | Learn More

Fiber Optic Linear <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B>
Fiber Optic Linear Position Sensors - (30 companies)

Fiber optic linear position sensors use fiber optic technology to sense position and displacement. Search by Specification | Learn More

Inductive Linear <B>Position</B> <B>Sensors</B> and Switches
Inductive Linear Position Sensors and Switches - (77 companies)

Inductive linear position sensors and switches are noncontact devices that determine an object's coordinates (linear or angular) with respect to a reference. Search by Specification | Learn More

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Product News for capacitive position sensor

Everight Position Technologies Corporation
Rugged Linear Position Sensor , Position Sensor

Rugged Linear Position Sensor , Position Sensors from Everight Precision. Externally mounted, rugged and easy to install linear sensor with a 12.7mm target rod and 8mm rod ends. Available in any stroke length from 50 mm up to 600 mm. An intrinsically safe version, X111, is available. (read more)

Browse Linear Position Sensors Datasheets for Everight Position Technologies Corporation
Everight Position Technologies Corporation
Rotary Position Sensors, Inductive Position Sensor

Rotary Inductive Position Sensor (P500) from Everight Precision Technologies Corporation. Suitable for angular range between 20° and 160°. An intrinsically safe version, X500, is available. (read more)

Browse Rotary Position Sensors Datasheets for Everight Position Technologies Corporation
Everight Position Technologies Corporation
Linear Inductive Position Sensor– LVIT

The P101 LVIT sensor is a very durable, accurate linear position sensor for industrial and scientific feedback applications. It provides a DC, voltage or current, output signal and is easy to install. (read more)

Browse Inductive Linear Position Sensors and Switches Datasheets for Everight Position Technologies Corporation
New Scale Technologies, Inc.
Mini position sensor+encoder: 0.5micron resolution

Now with higher resolution and smaller (chip-scale) packaging, the "world's smallest linear encoder" offers robust, precise positioning for miniature imaging systems, consumer electronics, precision biomedical devices, optical instrumentation and more... (read more)

Magnetic Sensors Corporation
Rotary Position Sensor - Angle Sensor

MSC Rotary Position Sensor provides accurate measurement of angle of rotation and direction of travel. (read more)

Browse Hall Effect Proximity Sensors Datasheets for Magnetic Sensors Corporation
BEI Duncan Electronics
8360 Non-Contacting, Through-Hole Position Sensor

BEI Duncan Electronics, a company of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), has added the 8360 Non-Contacting, Through-Hole Position Sensor Series to its comprehensive line of robust, highly accurate position sensors. (read more)

Browse Linear Position Sensors Datasheets for BEI Duncan Electronics
Everight Position Technologies Corporation
Stainless Steel Linear Position Sensor - P101

Stainless Steel Linear Position Sensors with Target Rod (LIPS 101) from Everight Precision. Externally mounted, robust and easy to install linear sensor with stainless steel body and target rod. Available in any stroke length from 20 mm up to 600 mm. An intrinsically safe version, X101, is available. (read more)

Browse Linear Position Sensors Datasheets for Everight Position Technologies Corporation
New Scale Technologies, Inc.
Developer's kit for mini position sensor / encoder

Kits feature New Scale's TRACKER NSE-5310 miniature position sensor and tiny SQUIGGLE piezoelectric micro motor; serve as reference designs for closed-loop OEM system integration down to 0.5 micron resolution. (read more)

Macro Sensors, A Division of Howard A. Schaevitz Technologies
DC LVDT Position Sensor Spring-Loaded LVDT Sensor

The Macro Sensors GHSDR 750 Series of 3/4 inch diameter DC-DC Spring-Loaded LVDT_DC Sensor are designed for a wide range of position measurement and dimensional gaging applications. These rugged hermetically sealed sensors are constructed entirely of stainless steel and intended for general industrial use. The ... (read more)

Browse Position Probes Datasheets for Macro Sensors, A Division of Howard A. Schaevitz Technologies
Macro Sensors, A Division of Howard A. Schaevitz Technologies
Position Sensor Loop-Powered Pre-Calibrated 4-20mA

Position Sensor Loop-Powered Pre-Calibrated 4-20 mA

from Macro Sensors.

Pre-calibrated Loop-Powered. Position Sensor applications in automated machinery and OEM applications. We offer a complete line of controllers and indicators for ease of setup and use. Robust custom engineered designs for extreme environments. (read more)

Browse Linear Position Sensors Datasheets for Macro Sensors, A Division of Howard A. Schaevitz Technologies
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Parts by Number for capacitive position sensor

Part # Distributor Manufacturer Product Category Description
MPR083EJ Newark FREESCALE SEMICONDUCTOR Capacitive Touch & Proximity 8-Position Rotary; Supply Current:41?A; Supply Voltage Min:1.8V; Supply Voltage Max:3.6V; Termination:SMD; Package/Case:16-TSSOP; No. of Pins:16; Operating Temperature Range:-40?C to +85?C RoHS Compliant: Yes
MPR083Q Newark FREESCALE SEMICONDUCTOR Capacitive Touch & Proximity 8-Position Rotary; Supply Current:41?A; Supply Voltage Min:1.8V; Supply Voltage Max:3.6V; Termination:SMD; Package/Case:16-QFN; No. of Pins:16; Operating Temperature Range:-40?C to +85?C RoHS Compliant: Yes

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The new radar sensor has several differences in capability over conventional non-contact position sensors such as eddy current proximity probes,
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of Microelectromechanical Systems Item Title: Nanoprecision MEMS Capacitive Sensor for Linear and Rotational Positioning Publisher Name: IEEE

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