Honeywell today introduced two new configurations to its
SMART Position Sensor SPS Series, the 100° and 180° Arc Configurations. The new
configurations sense the position of a magnet relative to a sensor in either of
two sensing ranges: 0° to 100° or 0° to 180° degrees, and are suitable for a
variety of applications in the transportation, industrial, military, aerospace,
and medical sectors.
The SMART Position Sensor 100° and 180° Arc Configurations
have 0.5 Vdc to 4.5 Vdc analog output. The 100° configuration accurately
measures values down to 0.06° while the 180° configuration accurately measures
values down to 0.11°. The air gap tolerance of 7,8 ±2,5 mm [0.307 ±0.098 in]
(100°) and 8,5 ±2,5 mm [0.338 ±0.098 in] (180°) between sensor and magnet
expands application use.
The new Arc Configurations join the SMART Position Sensor’s
SPS Series, which includes the 75 mm and 225 mm linear configurations, which
were introduced in December 2009 and October 2010, respectively. Honeywell’s
SMART Position Sensors enable highly accurate motion control and improve
operational efficiency and safety. Their non-contact design eliminates
mechanical failure mechanisms, reduces wear and tear, improves reliability, and
minimizes downtime.
The SMART Position Sensor’s adaptable, non-contacting design
allows customers to eliminate unnecessary connections for installation, thereby
reducing installation time and components. The device installs in four easy
steps versus up to 14 steps some competitive products require, simplifying
installation and reducing costs.
The combined patented MR sensor and ASIC technology provides
enhanced differentiation and performance, while the self-diagnostics feature
can reduce equipment downtime by providing predictive maintenance input.
Because there are no moving parts within the sensing
element, Honeywell seals the sensor, making it resistant to vibration, shock,
and extreme temperatures, allowing use in many harsh applications.