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Linear Position Sensors

Linear Sensors

Linear position sensors for mounting in parallel with a linear motion.

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Optimize Position Control with Linear Sensors

Linear sensors are used for position control of linear movements. This can be achieved with several technologies, and with us, you will find potentiometers and magnetostrictive sensors. You can read more in our articles regarding these technologies.

Different applications have varying requirements for mechanical installation, electrical connection, linearity and repeatability, robustness, etc. Some sensors are better suited for external installation, while others are suitable for built-in applications.

Linear sensors are usually installed in one of the following ways:

  • Rod based sensor. The sensor housing is fixed, and the sensor rod is attached to the linear motion.
  • Sensor with shuttle. The sensor housing is fixed, and the linear motion is attached to a shuttle on the sensor housing. This solution can be completely sealed by a linear magnetostrictive sensor.
  • Sensor with ball joints. The sensor is suspended in ball joints parallel to the linear motion.

If the measurement is made in parallel with a hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder, a cylinder sensor might be an excellent alternative.

Complete your solution with suitable cables and connectors for easy installation.
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Technology: Potentiometer
Linearity: ±2.0% FS
Strokes: Customizable
Output: Voltage divider
Temperature range: -25°C…+70ºC

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Technology: Magnetostrictive
Linearity: ±0.025% FS
Strokes: 15…7500 mm
Output: 0…10 V | 4…20mA
SSI | Incremental
Temperature range: -20ºC…+80ºC

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Technology: Magnetostrictive
Linearity: ±0.02% FS
Strokes: 50…7500 mm
Output: Profibus DPV0
Temperature range: -20°C…+75ºC

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Technology: Magnetostrictive
Linearity: ±0.025% FS
Strokes: 10…2500 mm
Output: 0….10V | 4…20mA
Temperature range: 0ºC…+65ºC

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Technology: Potentiometer
Linearity: ±0.07% FS
Strokes: 75…1000 mm
Output: Voltage divider | 4…20 mA
Temperature range: -55°C…+125°C
-40°C…+85°C (4…20mA signal)

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Technology: Potentiometer
Linearity: ± 0.8 – 0,1 % FS type
Strokes: 5…50 mm
Output: Voltage divider
Temperature range: -55°C … +135°C

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Technology: Potentiometer
Linearity: ±0.1% – ±0.5%
Strokes: 10…300 mm
Output: Voltage divider
Temperature range: -60°C…+150°C

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Technology: Potentiometer
Linearity: ±0,2% FS
Strokes: 10…40 mm
Output: Voltage divider
Temperature range: -40°C…+135°C

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Technology: Potentiometer
Linearity: ±1.0% FS
Strokes: 12…38 mm
Output: Voltage divider
Temperature range: -40°C…+135°C

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Technology: Potentiometer
Magnetostrictive
Linearity: Depends on the selected sensor
Strokes: 50…7500mm
Output: Depends on the selected sensor
Temperature range: Depends on the selected sensor

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