MTS Sensors, a division of MTS Systems Corp., specializes in magnetostrictive linear-position and liquid-level sensors, has unveiled a 316L grade stainless steel version of the Temposonics® EH linear positioning sensor that can used for a variety of industrial applications.
The new stainless steel components make the sensor a useful tool for involving fluid contact or exposure to sea air and moisture. The 316L grade stainless steel has good rust resistance, which gives greater protection for both the electronic housing and the senor rods. The sensor was designed for applications like chemical processing, medical equipment, beverage and food handling and naval and oil production equipment. It offers protection to IP67 and IP69K and can be used at an operating temperature of -40 °C to +75 °C (-40 °F to +167 °F). Measuring lengths between 50 and 2500 mm are possible. The compact housing is equipped with an M12 connector and available with analog, CANopen, SSI and Start-Stop output.
Matt Hankinson, technical marketing manager with MTS Sensors, stated, “This product offers a significant advantage to manufacturers of equipment where continual exposure to liquid or moisture is an issue,” explained. “Our customers should be able to reduce maintenance and product replacement concerns due to rust considerably.”