We Angst + Pfister Sensors and Power are official distributor of RoboteQ (part of NIDEC group).

Due to packed inventory, we offer a special discount for the following controllers: KBL1660 (60V, 1-channel, max. 120A) – MSRP: 690 US$ - our price only 495€ MBL1660A (60V, 1-channel, max. 120A) – MSRP: 495 US$ - our price only 355€ This offer is valid till 30th June 2024 and is limited to the inventory we have.  First come, first served - our internal sales is set for your orders. If you have...

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At Angst+Pfister, we don’t just provide our customers with high-quality power supply products. Along with our partner MEAN WELL, we’re also setting an example for society.

With the generous support of MEAN WELL, we donated CHF 15,000 to the organization “Kinder mit seltenen Krankheiten” (KMSK), which assists children with rare diseases. KMSK is passionate about this cause; there is insufficient research around many of these diseases and often no known cure. In addition to promoting medical research and treatment options, the organization is also deeply engaged in...

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Extraordinary performance and faster positioning

Murata has done it again with the SCH16T 6DoF sensor – a combined, powerful 3-axis gyro sensor and 3-axis accelerometer. The SCH16T was developed for applications that require optimum stability, reliability and quality, and it offers extraordinarily stable performance in terms of temperature, moisture and vibrations. In an improvement on previous versions, this sensor has multiple self-diagnosis...

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Angst+Pfister AG, of Zürich, Switzerland, a leading  developer and manufacturer of technical components for the industrial and medical OEM markets, announces the acquisition of the MEMS pressure sensor die business of Acuity Incorporated, Fremont, California, USA. Acuity Incorporated was founded in 2007 by the two pressure sensor industry legends Jim Knutti and Henry Allen (Founders of companies...

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The operating principle of temperature sensors is based on physical effects changing alongside temperature. For example, resistance thermometers use the fact that the resistance of material changes with temperature. Thermocouples use the Seebeck-effect which generate a voltage when two metals meet at one end and are held at different temperatures. Semiconductor temperature sensors utilise the...

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Deventer, 2023 – RoodMicrotec N.V., a leading independent company for semiconductor supply and quality services, and Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power AG, an independently operating company of the Angst+Pfister Group, today announce their cooperation for testing semiconductor-based temperature sensors. These highly accurate sensors are able to measure extremely fine temperature differences down to...

Such sensitive and particularly accurate sensors will subsequently be used in industrial applications, in medical technology and in the automotive sector and thus have to be tested with the greatest precision. In addition, these sensors have a very small drift, a repetition accuracy of 0.01°C and extremely fast reaction speed. Another advantage is that the sensor can be customized. The housing,...

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The SMT172 is a high accuracy temperature sensor designed for use in demanding environments. It provides reliable measurement results in real time with an accuracy of ±0.1°C and a resolution of 0.01°C. The semiconductor temperature sensor features pulse width modulation, which can be evaluated in either analogue or digital form. The sensor is also extremely flexible in use, supporting a supply...

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Temperature sensor assemblies allow you to adapt sensors to suit your individual needs. Whether standard temperature sensors with cable or calibrated measurement ranges, mounting options, housing dimensions or cable outlets, these assemblies can be configured to perfectly meet your requirements. This ensures that our assemblies can be easily integrated into your existing systems. The option to...

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Mean Well power supplies from Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power are the heart of your applications Intelligent modular power supply for the medical sector

As the population ages, medical care in residential homes, hospitals and at home is constantly improving. This includes an increasing amount of new electronic devices: a market which will continue developing strongly in the future. In addition, the Covid pandemic has shown us once again how important reliable and safe power supplies are. For this reason, Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power is...

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The linear actuator type ECONOM in stainless steel is suitable for applications in harsh environmental conditions.

Everyone in the mechanical engineering, food and manufacturing industries is familiar with pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders, which are robust and durable. Our partner Elero has develops and manufactures electric cylinders since many years which are of superior reliability and robustness. The modular actuators meet customer-specific requirements. Thanks to the electrical control, they show...

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APBL DC motors are cost-effective and can be adapted and optimized according to your needs.

Regardless of whether you operate in mechanical engineering, equipment engineering, medical technology or the agricultural sector:  Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power brushless DC motors are THE durable alternative to brushed motors at comparable prices. For your customers, this means longer service intervals and fewer machine downtimes. Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power accompanies you throughout the...

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Ein einzigartiges Schweizer Ausbildungsmodell, das ein Studium an der ZHAW und eine Teilzeitstelle bei Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power kombiniert. Wir haben unseren PiBS Praktikanten Keanu zu diversen Aspekten seines Studiums befragt.

Wie würdest du das erste Studienjahr zusammenfassen?Das erste Studienjahr stellte für mich eine herausfordernde und anspruchsvolle Zeit dar. Ich musste mich an zahlreiche neue Gegebenheiten gewöhnen und das das Arbeitspensum war für mich, da dies mein erster Arbeitgeber ist, durchaus anspruchsvoll. Trotzdem empfand ich diese Phase als äusserst faszinierend und erfüllend.  Gab es bestimmte...

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Ein einzigartiges Schweizer Ausbildungsmodell, das ein Studium an der ZHAW und eine Teilzeitstelle bei Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power kombiniert. Wir haben unseren PiBS Praktikanten Michel zu diversen Aspekten seines Studiums befragt.

Welche Erfahrungen hast du während deines ersten Studienjahres gemacht?Im Laufe meines ersten Studienjahres habe ich eine Vielzahl an Erfahrungen gesammelt. Ich habe gelernt, wie ich Theorie und Praxis effektiv miteinander verbinden kann. Zudem hat die Arbeit bei Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power mir einen tieferen Einblick in den industriellen Kontext und die Anwendung technologischer Konzepte...

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NVE Corp.'s ABT Series  is used as magnetically preloaded TMR sensors for the measurement of gears. We show this new highly linear and low-noise product in an application with a gear 32 module 0.5 and thus achieve a measurable accuracy of 1/1000°. Based on identical TMR technology, we also present the ABL series, which is suitable for the same applications with a larger air gap. You can also use...

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NVE Corp.'s Smart Sensors offer more and more diverse options to read data from sensors and document appropriate monitoring of the sensor condition. With the SM124 we present a product in which various parameters (offset and gain compensation) can be programmed. Via the I2C interface, information for condition monitoring can be read out via 8-bit words without much overhead.  Product details

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US Digital is offering an extension of its E5 Kit encoder family at the start of Sensor+Test. For industrial applications, supply voltage of 24Vdc is common and it takes a little effort to adjust this voltage to the 5Vdc common to kit encoders. In many cases, a small adapter board (e.g. US Digital PC3) is used, which can now be dispensed with thanks to the integration of level adjustment. An...

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Conventional toroidal coils are using round wires, with all the disadvantages during the winding process as well in the finished products. PAIRUI has now developed a new generation of coils with flat wire. The flat wire coil is more compact in size and has superior noise suppression capability. In addition, as the coils compensates for the weaknesses of manual winding and labor intensiveness...

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We are happy to announce that we added a new technology to our already wide range of current sensor technologies.

With adding the TMR technology, we are able to provide more or less all types of current sensors. The TMR technologies offers some key benefits for your application like: Excellent primary to secondary galvanic isolationLow consumptionCompact sizeHigh frequency measurementsExcellent temperature stabilitySuperior linearity The range of current sensors is from 300mA (leakage current) up to...

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The BeFAST Evaluation Kit enables the rapid deployment of SiC and HV GaN

Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power presents the new BeFAST Kit, which can be used to quickly and cost-effectively investigate and characterize SiC FET for on-board chargers (ODB) or industrial chargers. The evaluation kit was developed in such a way that the components used, the layout and the control stand up to the test requirements for charging applications. Depending on the design, the kit can be...

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Murata 200V/ns surfacemount products enable faster adoption to GaN

Leveraging proprietary PCB electrical and mechanical design topologies, Murata has introduced a new series of compact DC-DC converters that are aligned with the increasing prevalence of wide bandgap technology. The new MGN1 series of 1W output DC-DC converters are designed to deliver the voltages needed by the gate drivers of GaN devices. These units provide low-profile, small footprint,...

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Faster implementation thanks to modular inverter concept

Construction machines are noisy and make a lot of dirt. In inner cities and environmental zones, ever stricter requirements regarding exhaust and noise emissions are emerging. The same applies to agricultural machinery, where the direct influence on the environment is not so concise. Where else a diesel is working, there will soon be an electric motor that will be responsible for the drive,...

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Discover the future of pumping technology with our cutting-edge, reliable, and versatile micropumps.

We are thrilled to announce the latest addition to our product catalog: Gas and Liquid Piezoelectric Micropumps! Designed with the latest advancements in technology, our micropumps offer exceptional performance and reliability across a wide range of applications. With their compact, lightweight design, and silent operation, these pumps are perfect for integrating into various systems, making them...

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Amperometric zirconia oxygen sensors are widely used in industrial applications where accurate oxygen measurement is critical, such as in power plants, chemical plants, and food processing. Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power (previously known as Pewatron) has been in the market of oxygen sensing for over 30 years and has developed more than 150 different OEM amperometric oxygen gas sensor modules...

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The concept of paramagnetic oxygen gas sensor measurement principle lies within the fact that the oxygen atom has paramagnetic nature, because of the two unpaired electrons. Some measurement approaches use a temperature imbalance between thermistor pairs caused by a magnetic wind in order to determine the oxygen concentration. The Parox1200 paramagnetic oxygen sensor series developed by Angst and...

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The measurement of humidity at relatively higher temperatures (more than 100°C) is important in a large number of industrial applications ranging from drying process chambers to industrial-scale large baking ovens. In industrial bakery ovens for instance, humidity measurement is an important parameter to monitor as it can impact the quality and consistency of the baked goods. Subsequently,...

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Amperometric zirconia oxygen sensors are widely used in industrial applications where accurate oxygen measurement is critical, such as in power plants, chemical plants, and food processing. They are also used in automotive applications to monitor the oxygen concentration in engine exhaust gases. These sensors are highly reliable, with a long operating life and minimal maintenance requirements,...

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The potentiometric measuring principle for oxygen sensing covers the widest range of concentration range among all other oxygen sensing technologies – from 10-35 bar O2 and up to 100%V O2. The broad measurement range and high resolution of the sensing principle makes it interesting for many different application areas such as, additive manufacturing (AM) or Metal – 3D printing. In such application...

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An affordable alternative to the TH sensors of the well-known manufacturers

The new MVH4000D-Series relative humidity and temperature sensors provide a very high accuracy of 1.5%RH and 0.2°C, while having a very fast response time. The sensors have excellent long term stability and are calibrated from the factory. A standard I2C Interface is used, which can be used to freely program many parameters such as resolution and frequency of measurements for maximum flexibility...

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now with gel or parylene coatings

When it comes to pressure transmitters, there are many different products on the market. However, there are fewer differential pressure transmitters and hardly any compact differential pressure transmitters, particularly for use with liquid media. The new 85 series closes this gap.  The internal MEMS chip and ASIC can now be completely coated with gel, enabling the sensor to be used for various...

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compact MEMS-based mass flow sensors

The new series from Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power is compact and thus ideal for direct integration into a product – e.g. in medical technology devices. Internally, the sensor is built on a MEMS chip that works according to the calorimetric principle. In addition to the flow, the direction of flow can also be detected. The sensor is calibrated with air as standard. On request, the calibration can...

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PFLOW5001 (MFM) & PFLOWC5001 (MFC)

The new mass flow meters and mass flow controllers from Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power are based on the latest generation of MEMS sensor elements. In addition to the outstanding accuracy and repeatability, the sensor chip is passivated with silicon nitride and coated with nano materials, enabling excellent media resistance. The flow sensors and controllers are available in different versions,...

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compact pressure sensors with high-resolution analog output

Until now, Fujikura has had the AL4 low-pressure series only in a two-port housing and the widely used relative pressure sensors with one port. With the new AD3 series, the higher pressures of up to 10 bar are now also available as differential pressure sensors. The small 8 x 14 mm housing can be easily integrated directly into a product and the two ports can be sealed with an O-ring. Fujikura’s...

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free sample promotion

Absolute pressure is relevant in many applications, whether to determine the sea level via the air pressure or to correctly assess readings from other sensors regardless of the altitude or weather. Our PBM220 and PBM230 have been on the market for a few years and are used in a variety of applications – from medical technology to industrial applications and consumer products. In other words,...

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we offer an equivalent replacement or adapt the assembly

Are you using an older pressure sensor that has been discontinued or is now very expensive? Do you have no engineering resources or would you rather use them for new developments?   We offer an equivalent replacement or our engineering team will rework the entire assembly to remain backwards compatible. The old sensor is replaced by a new, readily available sensor with the same or better...

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Our open IMU development platform Move ! T (Murata 6-DoF sensor, Nordic Inertial licensed software, STmicro 32-bit processor, OpenCAN) has grown. With the "μMove", an SMD module has been created that is in no way inferior to our first generation in terms of function. It is surface-mountable with so-called "castellated" pins and can be mounted in production on another circuit board for systems in...

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Many navigation systems work to determine positions on the basis of GPS data and using public networks such as V2X. With the Murata North  Finder, which we are presenting for the first time at Sensor+Test, the North can determine anywhere on earth, be it in the water or below the earth's surface, without any of this data and only because of the "g position". This reference uses several Murata...

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NVE Corp.'s new analog TMR sensor elements of the AET series have excellent immunity and large differential output signals. Suitable for pole distances from 0.5 mm to 5 mm, they will typically be used with multi-pole ring magnets, both radial and front poles, and magnetic linear scales. We present an AET-500 demo that achieves a μm resolution within the pole of 5mm.  Product details

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Digital Isolation a better coupler NVE offers VDE0884-17 MR based isolators for fieldbuses and gate drivers

What were once the arguments for optocouplers are now the "strongholds" for the digital isolation. Almost unlimited service life, degradation that can hardly be detected, as is usually the case with optocouplers and very high transmission rates with secure CMTI, are the characteristics of today's insulation technologies in well-known SMD packages. NVE is one of the companies that have advanced...

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Ein einzigartiges Schweizer Ausbildungsmodell, das ein Studium an der ZHAW und eine Teilzeitstelle bei uns kombiniert. Wir haben unseren PiBS Praktikanten Ismail zu diversen Aspekten seines Studiums befragt.

Was gefällt dir am besten an deiner Arbeit?Die Vielfalt an Aufgaben, mit denen ich mich beschäftige, macht meine Arbeit besonders abwechslungsreich und interessant. Ich kümmere mich nicht nur um das einfache Pflegen von Artikelbeschreibungen und die Recherche neuer Themenfelder, sondern auch um die Lösung von technischen Fragen, die Entwicklung von kundenspezifischen Lösungen, den technischen...

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As a partner of Murata, Angst+Pfister continues its successful history in MEMS sensor technology and expands its partnership with the Japan-based group. "With Murata, we have a partner who has been very successful in the field of high-quality sensor technology for many years. We can now offer customers throughout Europe our full support in their projects. It ranges from the definition and...

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Angst+Pfister takes over FoxSense PAROX paramagnetic oxygen sensor business

Angst+Pfister AG, of Zürich, Switzerland, a leading supplier of mechanical and electronic components for the industrial and medical OEM markets, announces the acquisition of the of the paramagnetic oxygen business of FoxSense (The PAROX Company). FoxSense AG is a Swiss company that develops and manufactures the internationally established PAROX brand, consisting of high-precision, paramagnetic...

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Grinding coffee beans needs high-end technology - collaboration between Eversys and Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power

In order to develop the full aroma of a coffee bean in espresso, a sophisticated grinding process is required before the extraction process can begin. Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power provides innovative and cost-effective solutions for coffee grinding motors and grinder adjustment motors.  Eversys is one of the most innovative manufacturers of fully automatic coffee machines and a master in...

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- for monitoring gas leakage detection in fuel cells and battery thermal runaway applications

The Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power (APSP) newly developed gas leakage detection module has the capability to detect typical trace gases for fuel cell leakage and battery thermal runaway applications by giving both analog and digital signals to trigger an alarm for an early warning to the end user. In case of electric vehicles, the safety of passengers due to the battery failure is an important...

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NVE’s industry leading isolators with integrated DC-to-DC converters have always had the smallest packages plus best-in-class regulation and ripple. Now they are even more feature-rich with soft start to facilitate power sequencing such as allowing control electronics to start before the bus is powered. Just two external bypass capacitors are required for the DC-to-DC convertors. No additional...

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muRata’s introduces a 6Hz to 11kHz Sensor for condition monitoring

Most of today’s vibration sensing application do use two sensors one for lower frequency up to 500Hz and higher range from 2kHz to 10kHz. The new piezo technology based sensor allows to cover a full range from below 10Hz up to 11kHz for Fast-Fourier-Analysis. The very small size of the new PKGM enables customer to place the sensor directly to the electronics avoiding a bulky mounted “outside”...

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High performance combined Gyro&Accelerometer in smaller package

muRata introduces its proven MEMS technology from over-molded 32-pin packages in a new 5-DoF high performance product as well as a single x-axis gyro. Both components the SCC and the SCR do come in a 16Pin SOIC package is specified to operating temperature between -40°C to +110°C and provides an angular rate of +/- 300°/s for X- or X/Z-axis. This devis has been developed with acceleration outputs...

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Angst+Pfister as a partner of Murata continues  its  successful history of MEMS inertial sensor technology  and signs a partnership with Finland-based software expert Nordic Intertial (NI). "With Nordic, we have gained a partner who has been active for many years in the field of sensor technology for mobile systems in off-road, commercial automated vehicles but also automotive. We can now offer...

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The parametric measuring principle for oxygen sensing works in a concentration range from ~0% O2 and up to 100% O2. The physics is rather complex, and there are different measurement approaches in order to exploit the fact that the oxygen atom is paramagnetic, because of the two unpaired electrons. Some measurement approaches use a temperature imbalance between thermistor pairs caused by a...

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The new Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power (APSP) PFLOW2001 flow sensors are based on MEMS technology and measure according to the thermal principle.  Thanks to a sensor chip of the latest generation and an optimized calibration process, an accuracy of ±(1.5%RD + 0.15%FS) and better is achieved. The series covers a wide measuring range from 0–10 sccm to 5000 sccm. With a wide input voltage range of...

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Outstanding accuracy of 0.1°C, a very low-noise signal with a resolution superior to 0.0001°C and virtually perfect long-term stability and repeatability – these are the incredible features of the Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power (APSP) temperature sensors of the SMT172 series. The output signal can be connected directly to a micro-controller to perform both analog and digital evaluations with...

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The world is becoming more interconnected, while devices become smaller, more compact and more efficient. Fujikura is jumping on board this trend with the AT7 pressure sensor series. The AT7 series is significantly smaller than even the widespread AG2, AG3 and AG4 series. At just 4x3 mm, Fujikura is introducing a highly compact relative pressure sensor series to the market – a tiny size formerly...

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for trace humidity measurements and GxP process control in various applications

The Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power (APSP) newly developed APMT humidity/dew-point transmitter is targeting many various applications in the electronics, chemical, medical, pharmaceutical and materials processing industries, in which humidity monitoring and control is crucial for the quality or goodness of the product to be produced or processed. Such diverse applications as additive manufacturing...

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for continuous measurement applications over years

The Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power (APSP) newly developed ammonia gas transmitter with a measurement range from 0 to 500 ppm is targeting applications in which a constant background level of ammonia is present or thought possible. This for instance could be in a chicken farm or in a pig stable, where constant high levels of ammonia are or can be present and where an ammonia gas transmitter is...

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Position NvE's new ALT023 sensor can accurately measure fields from a few microtesla to 1 millitesla (10 Oe). The differential bipolar output with a very low power supply allows operation in a wide industrial temperature range between -40 °C and +125 °C.   With 20kOhm resistance and a bandwidth of 300kHz, lower power consumption is enabled while still offering high sensitivity of 200mV/V/mT in a...

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A more rapid route to the end product with Murata’s SCL3400 high-performance sensor

The latest generation of MEMS sensors cuts complexity in a multitude of applications. The new sensors deliver more precise data from a single IC via serial peripheral interfaces (SPIs). While the data evaluation method used to obtain the desired parameters doesn’t change, the result is available sooner thanks to the sensors’ quality. The evaluation time is shortened, and the object speed can be...

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RCD20U is a DC/DC converter series that provides high performance and high reliability for railway and industrial applications. It comes in a compact 1"x1" industrial standard package and delivers up to 20W output power. These converters feature 8:1 and 12:1 ultra-wide input voltage ranges of 9-75VDC and 14-160VDC which simplify the design of the power stage of a system. Using just one DC/DC model...

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Angst+Pfister AG, of Zürich, Switzerland, a leading supplier of mechanical and electronic components for the industrial and medical OEM markets, announces the acquisition of the temperature and pressure sensor business of Smartec BV.

Smartec BV, based in Breda, the Netherlands, is a developer and manufacturer of high-precision, semiconductor-based temperature and pressure sensors – also for industrial and medical OEM applications. After having been successful for 35 years in sensor technology, Rolf de Boer, Smartec’s owner and CEO, has decided to take his well-deserved retirement and sold the business to Angst+Pfister. Angs...

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Passionate Highlights Movie

Angst + Pfister Passionate Start into 2022 – Passionate Highlights Movie Despite pandemic times, Angst + Pfister, our parent company was able to reach nearly a thousand colleagues around the world with this livestream event.

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Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power AG has announced the latest high-power density 180W medical AC/DC power supplies of MAD180 series from manufacturer P-DUKE.

With forced air cooling these power supplies can deliver up to180W and 150W at natural convection cooling. Additionally, an up to 220W peak output power for 5 seconds is available. This series is featured with 2XMOPPinsulation, low leakage current less than100 µA, certified with EIC/EN/ANSI 60601-1 makes it suitable for any safety demanding type BF medical application. It comes in 2 x 3 Inch open...

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Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power AG has announced the latest high-power density 180W AC/DC power supplies of TAD180 series from manufacturer P-DUKE.

The new TAD180 series deliver with forced air cooling up to180W or 150W at natural convection cooling. Additionally, an up to 220W peak output power for 5 seconds is available. This series is featured with 3000Vac reinforced insulation and over-voltage category OVCIII (up to 2000m operating altitude) which make these power supplies suitable for many industrial applications, especially heavy-duty...

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A broad range of 2xMOPP railway and industrial DC/DC converters from 1W to 60W

Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power AG offers RCD30W series, which is a 30W high-performance DC/DC converter designed for ruggedized railway and industrial applications from manufacturer P-DUKE. This product expands our railway converter range of 10W to 20W in a 1”x1” compact package. The series has 4:1 input voltage ranges of 9-36V, 18-75V, and 36-160V, which perfectly fits the supply voltages of...

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cells for oxygen sensing Designed for signal stability and long operational lifetime

The technology of electrochemical cells (ECs) for gas sensing is well established and the ECs form the basis of an entire industry for safe monitoring of oxygen as well as safe monitoring of poisonous gases. However, safe monitoring of oxygen using ECs normally means coping with loss of signal sensitivity by frequent check-ups and replacement of the cells every 12-18 months. The reason why regular...

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NVE offers a variety of configurations for fieldbuses and gate drivers

What were once the arguments for optocouplers are now the "strongholds" for the digital isolation. Almost unlimited service life, degradation that can hardly be detected, as is usually the case with optocouplers and very high transmission rates with secure CMTI, are the characteristics of today's insulation technologies in well-known SMD packages. NVE is one of the companies that have advanced...

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The new analog magnetometer ALT023 offers ten times better performance

Angst+Pfister introduces NVE’s new ALT023 which can precisely measure fields from a few microtesla to 1 millitesla (10 Oe). The differential bipolar output with close to no minimum power supply let the product operates in wide industrial temperature range between -40°C and +125°C. The 20kOhm device resistance with a bandwidth of 300kHz allows low power consumption while still offering high...

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For a quick setup of the AG2, AP2, AG3, AP3, AG4, AP4 and AL4 series

The Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power starter kit for Fujikura pressure sensors is based on an Arduino Nano board. The plug-in circuit board can be fitted with up to four sensors. The starter kit can be connected to a PC via USB. The software delivered with the kit and the C source code mean the sensors can be set up quickly, and the readings can be shown on the display or stored in an Excel file....

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ideal for drinking water applications

Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power's new pressure transmitter series is compact and has a very appealing price tag thanks to its simple design, the production process designed for large volumes and standardised components. The microfused silicon technology used in the transmitters is very well suited for applications involving water – even drinking water. The sensor is also used in coffee machines,...

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Expansion of the RANGE of SMD DC/DC converters – ILDC1x

Earlier this year, NVE introduced new DC/DC converters based on magnetoresistive technology in a very small DFN-6 package. These offer a transferable power of up to 250mW, are fully isolated and allow an input voltage of 3.3 volts as regulated converters. The expansion of the product range of NVE's SMD DC/DC converters enables the isolation of the supply voltage for serial interfaces such as...

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Industrial power supplies for highly dynamic applications

Does your application need compact power supplies for highly dynamic loads? Do you have limited space? Then take a closer look at the new HRP-N series electric power supplies! Thanks to state-of-the-art circuit topology and innovative thermal management, HRP-N series units by MEAN WELL generate up to 250% peak power. These electric power supplies have been specifically developed for industrial...

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Los Gatos, California and Zurich, Switzerland, June 8, 2021: Superior Sensor Technology, a pioneer in application specific differential pressure sensors, and Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power, a leading sensors and power solutions provider, today announce a partnership in the field of highly accurate, application-focused pressure sensors.

Superior Sensor Technology is revolutionizing the high performance, cost driven pressure sensor market by developing integrative, highly intelligent solutions for industrial, HVAC and medical applications. The company’s technology is based on a proprietary architecture called NimbleSense™, that significantly improves overall sensor performance while adding exclusive application specific system...

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Controlling the temperature during the charging process is an important parameter for the safety and service life of batteries and inverters in the field of e-mobility. The ideal temperature at which a battery should be charged is around 30°C. At temperatures below this, the battery loses its capacity, but excessively warm temperatures will shorten its service life. At the same time, the charging...

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Compatible to Honeywell SCX series

The new Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power PHPSU-4502 pressure sensor series is the perfect alternative for the now-outdated Honeywell SCX series. The new Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power pressure sensors are 100% compatible in terms of pinning (footprint) and electrically. The specification and accuracy are equivalent or better across all aspects.  Hence, the PHPSU-4502 can be used quickly and...

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Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power: attractively priced sensor technology in a customised design including mounting

Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power is launching its newly developed sensor technology for integrated load and weight measurement. In contrast to standard load cells or solutions using strain gauges, no additional mounting is necessary as a result of the concept and the customised design. The two rigid plates at either end of the elastic dielectric form the mounting or the contact surface for the load...

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Compact pressure sensors based on an innovative, high-performance ceramic

The new 52 differential pressure series is very compact and designed for direct integration into products by means of O-ring manifold assembly. Thanks to the simple sensor design with a small number of components, the sensor is very attractively priced. It uses a substrate made from high-performance ceramic. This construction also performs well in low-pressure sensors. A choice of vertical and...

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Rapid prototyping: put absolute, relative and differential pressure sensors into operation quickly

Control circuit-board-compatible pressure sensors with I2C, SPI or analogue output and read out the measured values within 10 minutes – the pressure sensor starter kit from Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power makes this possible. Modules for the absolute pressure sensors PBM220 and PBM230, the differential pressure sensors of the 52 series and all Fujikura relative pressure sensors are available –...

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an accuracy of 0.1% FSS and outstanding long-term stability with low pressure sensors!

Would higher accuracy in your application provide added value? Then you should take a closer look at these new pressure sensors! Due to the low-noise ADC and integrated DPS, outstanding accuracy and long-term stability are achieved using innovative algorithms, digital filters and smart temperature compensation. They are 10 times better compared to commercially available circuit-board-compatible...

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the circuit-board-compatible pressure sensors of the 89 series

Many manufacturers and a wide range of products are available on the market for circuit-board-compatible pressure sensors, but hardly any solutions for liquid or even corrosive media. The new 89 series now closes that gap. Due to the internal construction, the actual sensor chip is separated from the medium. The measurement medium only touches the stainless-steel membrane and the port is also made...

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MEMS-based low-pressure sensors for up to 125 Pa

When it comes to pressure transmitters, many different products are available on the market. But there are fewer differential pressure transmitters, and barely any compact differential pressure transmitters. The new 85 series closes this gap. IP65 and better, for pressure ranges from 125 Pa to 7 bar, with analogue or digital interface – these are just a few highlights. The new differential...

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An affordable alternative to the TH sensors of the well-known manufacturers

The MVH3000-Series relative humidity and temperature sensors provide a very high accuracy of 1.5%RH and 0.2°C, while having a very fast response time. The sensors have excellent long term stability and resistance to harsh environmental conditions such as shock and volatile chemicals and are calibrated from the factory. A standard I2C Interface is used, which can be used to freely program many...

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To control SiC FET circuit breakers – e.g. in on-board and off-board chargers – a galvanic isolation between gate drivers and micro-controllers with a sufficiently high pulse strength CMTI (Common Mode Transient Immunity) and high isolation is required. The high switching frequencies of SiC MOSFETs can generate very steep voltage peaks of up to 150 V/ns.  The magnetoresistive, digital, 2-channel...

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DC-DC converters in integral housing are being used more and more in power electronics for the isolation of supply voltages for SiC MOSFET gate drivers. For this application, the entire switched DC link voltage is applied to the high-side converter. The very high and steep voltage peaks (measured in nV/s) that arise in the high-frequency SiC circuit affect the isolation and impair the service life...

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Efficient circuit breakers play a crucial role in the design of on-board and off-board chargers in the field of e-mobility.

With the UF3SC series from UnitedSiC, Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power (formerly Pewatron) presents a new generation of SiC FET circuit breakers with outstanding properties. The RDSon on-state resistance plays an essential role here. The lower the resistance of the switch, the lower the heat losses. With an RDSon of less than 9 mOhm at 1,200 volts, the UF3SC series offers the lowest value currently...

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High resolution, Incremental and absolute encoder for small space constraint

US Digital’s very versatile new M3K Miniature Magnetic Encoder is available with incremental output or a combination of incremental and 12-bit absolute outputs. Despite the small size, only 14.9 mm in diameter, the M3K is available with an index and has incremental output of up to 8’192 CPR (32’768 PPR). The M3K is designed to work in high volume, restricted space applications. It features a...

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The circuit design of chargers for use in the growing field of e-mobility, both in the vehicle and the charging stations, requires careful coordination of the necessary components. With its comprehensive range of products from a huge variety of suppliers specialising in power electronics and sensors, Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power (formerly Pewatron) offers a wide selection for this purpose. With...

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and now with an IO-Link interface

Thanks to its aluminium housing, M8 connector and one-touch connectors, the new series is very robust and has an IP67 rating. Internally, the sensor is built around a MEMS chip that operates based on the calorimetric principle. Both the flow and the direction of flow can be detected. The sensor is calibrated with air as standard. On request, the sensor can also be calibrated with other gases and...

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Murata has developed a new MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) 6DoF (Six Degrees of Freedom) inertial sensor for autonomous Off-Highway vehicles, dynamic inclination sensing and GNSS positioning support. The sensor enables further advancement in technology and novel solutions for advanced driver / operator assistance systems, autonomous vehicles and GNSS based measurement instruments. The...

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Pewatron AG and its subsidiary, Pewatron Deutschland GmbH, sell sensor solutions, power supplies, power electronics and drive solutions to industrial and medical technology customers worldwide. Both companies have been part of the Angst+Pfister Group for many years. This successful affiliation will be emphasised and further developed under the umbrella of one brand.

Sensor and power solutions have always been an integral part of the Angst+Pfister Group’s business activities. The range of solutions offered by Pewatron is essentially aimed at the same base  of customers. The growing trend of even higher degrees of integration between sensors, sensing materials and electronics makes a common approach between the two brands sensible and will generate more value...

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Compact, cost effective, can be delivered quickly and available with a wide range of options

With the PEWA200, Angst+Pfister Sensors and Power is launching a new series of highly compact pressure transmitters with an incredibly versatile range of applications. The sensors can be configured for a broad spectrum of pressure ranges as well as for relative pressure, absolute pressure and vacuums. They are also affordable and available starting from just one unit. The electronics emit...

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An unbeatable price-performance ratio in the measurement range of 10 mbar to 100 mbar

The Fujikura AL4 series has been on the market for over two years and been included in the design for numerous applications. Due to the renowned high quality and the outstanding price-performance ratio, the sensor is very popular in medical technology and HVAC applications. The digital AL4 series is a double-chip system comprising a piezoresistive sensor chip with a very high maximum load...

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Industry’s first 750V devices set performance benchmarks for high-growth power applications UnitedSiC, a leading manufacturer of silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors, has launched the first four devices based on its advanced Gen 4 SiC FET technology platform. The first 750V SiC FETs currently available on the market.

UnitedSiC introduces new SiC FET devices based on advanced Gen 4 technology Industry’s first 750V devices set performance benchmarks for high-growth power applicationsUnitedSiC, a leading manufacturer of silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors, has launched the first four devices based on its advanced Gen 4 SiC FET technology platform. As the first and only 750V SiC FETs currently available on...

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The TB600C board is designed for indoor air quality applications and is paired with a ES1 sensor for measurements of gas concentrations close to the upper tolerance limit for VOCs.  There are more than 300 known volatile organic compounds, and a sensor claiming to measure the total VOC (TVOC) level must therefore, in principle, be able to detect all 300 known VOCs. The TB600C-ES1-TVOC gas sensor...

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Take the TB600C-ES1-TVOC-2000ppm gas sensor module and put it into a rugged housing together with a long-life chargeable battery, a USB charger and a green-yellow-red LED scale to indicate the level of the air quality, and you have an affordable air quality monitor that can be carried around – the EC Nose. The EC Nose can help you to quickly get a feeling for the goodness of the air quality in a...

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The Carbondio-ppm NDIR series is ideally suited for the detection of CO2 concentrations in ranges from 0-500 ppm up to 0-10.000 ppm. The low signal drift ensure long time stability and less need for service, and the sensor module components are carefully selected in order to secure a long operational lifetime of the sensor module.  The Carbondio-ppm CO2 sensor module is used to measure the air...

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The CozIR-LP3 CO2 Sensor with < 3.5mW average power consumption, low-profile form factor and  multiple fixturing options is designed to run fully autonomously with automatic self-checking and auto-zeroing, enabling the sensor to operate for long periods with no user intervention, ideal for unattended applications in air quality monitoring, IoT devices and other portable battery powered remote...

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Ideal for outdoor equipment

CP-2HX is an only 7mm thick magnetic  contacless sensor with dual crossed or parallel ratiometric  outputs. Both circuits are independent with distinct power supply inputs for safety applications. A wide gap up to 3.5 mm simplifies the magnet positioning, which is delivered in a an easy to mount magnet holder. CP-2HX is rated IP67, therefore usable in outdoor or heavy duty environments, like...

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With its combination of compact shape and resolutions of up to 1000 cycles per revolution (CPR), the E4T is ideal for medical applications and others, such as door controls, in which a limited space requirement is an important factor and reliable information about position and speed is essential. With the reduced dimensions of its housing, the encoder is ideal for small NEMA 8 format motors. The...

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As addition to the very successful 22mm E4T kit encoder, US Digital launches the new E16 with only 16mm diameter and resolution up to 4096 cycles / revolution with Index, specially developed for small stepper motors

The E16 is the latest addition to US Digital’s range of kit encoders, designed and manufactured in Vancouver, Washington USA. It is designed to provide A, B and Index digital quadrature signals for high volume, restricted space applications, particularly with small diameter stepper motors. The 16mm Micro Optical Kit Encoder comes in a variety of resolutions ranging from 250/256 to 4,000/4,096...

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2-axis controller with wheel-gear-BLDC motor system

AGV’s need two motors to move and steer.  Compared to the traditional One Motor/One Controller approach, the Dual Channel is simpler, cheaper, safer and easier to integrate and maintain. Two controllers can even team up to drive 4 motors. High efficiency across a range of speedsIncreased battery efficiencyReduced setup timesVersatility in design and performancePlug and Play incl. STO  Product...

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Safe Torque Off compliant to SIL3

In mobile robots applications, "Stop" must always mean stop. And "Always" really means always - even if the motor controller is faulty and unresponsive. To do this, a growing number of our controller implement the STO - Safe Torque Off. STO function is compliant to: IEC 61800-5-2:2007, SIL 3 IEC 61508:2010, SIL 3 IEC 62061:2005, SIL 3 ISO 13849-1:2015, Category 3 Level e Product detailsRoboteQ...

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Video: reliable oxygen modules from Pewatron

Wherever people are working or undergoing medical treatment, the right oxygen concentration can become a survival factor. Safety is of the utmost importance – and reliable, precise oxygen measurements play a key role in achieving it.  In our new video, we’ll show you where oxygen sensor modules can be used and what they’re best at.  Play video

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High-performance horizontal port sensor for small electronics

Fujikura has developed new models of analog semiconductor pressure sensors (temperature-compensated), the AH3 series. Compared to existing sensor models with vertically aligned pressure introducing ports, the new products have a unique outlook with horizontal incorporated introducing ports. This structure helps customers to package smaller electronics or to mount parts to a substrate at a thinner...

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With the PEWA100, Pewatron is launching a new series of pressure transmitters with an incredibly versatile range of applications. The sensors can be configured for a broad spectrum of pressure ranges as well as for relative pressure, absolute pressure and vacuums. Furthermore, they are affordable and available starting from just one unit. The electronics emit standardised voltage and current...

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For critical measurements made safe

Safe supply of gas using gas mixtures different from air is important and in many cases mandatory. In this short newsletter, we will present Pewatron OEM oxygen sensing modules for two important applications, where it is mandatory to measure the oxygen concentration with high precision because of high safety requirements. Controlled atmosphere (CA) applications, in combination with human...

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Gas safety made easy – Plug-&-play infrared gas sensors for refrigerants and industrial gases incl. R32, R1234yf, propane, butane, methane and carbon dioxide

Safe supply of gas using gas mixtures different from air is important and in many cases mandatory. In this short newsletter, we will present Pewatron OEM oxygen sensing modules for two important applications, where it is mandatory to measure the oxygen concentration with high precision because of high safety requirements. Controlled atmosphere (CA) applications, in combination with human...

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There are a large number of applications for which most commercial piezo-resistive MEMS pressure sensors are not suitable. Pneumatic applications are a prime example. Pneumatics always involves a small amount of oil, something that most MEMS pressure sensors don't react well to in the long run. It weakens the Wheatstone bridge as well as the bonding points and sooner or later the sensor will fail....

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Almost no offset drift year on year

Piezo-resistive MEMS pressure sensors are known for their effect of exhibiting offset drift over extended periods of time due to technological reasons. To ensure the best performance, the offset therefore needs to be readjusted once fitted and after each application throughout the product life cycle. This isn't an issue for some applications. Under particular operating conditions, the pressure is...

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Critical measurements made safe

Safe and reliable measurement of gases used in various respiratory treatments is mandatory for obvious reasons and the guidelines are described in details in the DIN EN ISO 80601-2-55 norm. In this newsletter, we introduce the relatively new MLF-16 0…100 % O2 gas sensor that is certified according to the DIN EN ISO 80601-2-55 norm on interfering gases and can be used in respiratory gas monitors. ...

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Accurate to ±300 arcsec

The new N33MA is a cost-effective and robust magnetic kit encoder with a diameter of just 33 mm and maximum height of 20 mm that also enables it to be installed in small motors. As a result of the magnetic technology, it is not sensitive to dust or fingerprints on the sensor element and handling is much easier during production.  The 33MA can be used in an extended temperature range of -40°C to...

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These encoders are suitable for synchronous motors and also for stepper motors in order to compensate for step losses.  The range includes the N33MA, N35MA and N35ST kit encoders as well as the housed 18SA encoder. The kit versions have no bearings and therefore allow rotation speeds of up to 12,000 rpm.  The use of magnetic technology enables cost-effective, robust solutions to be offered that...

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Accurate to ±300 arcsec

The N35ST is a compact and cost-effective kit encoder with a diameter of 35 mm and a height of less than 17 mm. It has a single-turn resolution of up to 23 bits and is fitted with an SSI interface. It can also be used where an extended temperature range of -40°C to +105°C is required. The modular design and easy calibration make it quick to install. The bearing-free installation on the motor shaft...

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18-bit absolute and also incremental with 10,000 P/R

The 18SA is a robust magnetic encoder in an Ø18 x 15.5 mm housing. It offers an absolute 10 to 18-bit digital output with a 10 MHz sampling rate. At the same time, it has an incremental interface of 10,000 P/R, either SPI4, SPI3, SSI3 or SSI2, and in parallel an incremental interface of 10'000 P/R, which are additionally equipped with UVW signals with 1 to 32 pole pairs for the commutation motors...

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Accurate to ±120 arcsec

With the appropriate calibration, the high-precision N35MA optical kit encoder achieves an accuracy of ±120 arcsec (±300 arcsec without calibration), with a resolution of 20 bits single-turn and 16 bits multi-turn. It has a bidirectional BiSS-C interface and provides the user with 5 kbits of memory. The N35MA works without batteries, is fully energy self-sufficient and therefore also...

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Roboteq is a leading manufacturer of advanced components for Mobile Robots applications. The company’s extensive product line includes the industry’s largest range dual channel controllers for Brushless, AC Induction, and Brushed DC motors. These high-performance controllers are loaded with numerous features, operating modes, built-in scripting language, and connectivity interfaces. Several models...

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Best cost-of-ownership among any oxygen sensing technologies

Pewatron has developed a very versatile and functional family of OEM and customer specific products based on an amperometric zirconia FCX-U oxygen sensor. The FCX-U oxygen sensor comes with measurement ranges from 0…1000 ppm O2, 0…5 %Vol O2, 0…25 %Vol O2 and to 0…95 %Vol O2. Especially the first three types are very interesting for additive manufacturing applications, because all ranges of...

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Highest resolution among any oxygen sensing technologies

Zirconia based potentiometric oxygen sensors are known for their large dynamic range and very high resolution, but is also considered by many a difficult technology to implement for high volume applications. This is because every sensor is so-to-speak handmade, and because very little automation can be done in order to achieve the right properties for the sensors. The sensor, in most cases, also...

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Designed for signal stability, signal resolution and long operational lifetime

The technology of electrochemical cells (ECs) for gas sensing is well established and the ECs form the basis of an entire industry for safe monitoring of oxygen as well as safe monitoring of poisonous gases. However, safe monitoring of oxygen using ECs normally means coping with loss of signal sensitivity by frequent check-ups and replacement of the cells every 12-18 months. The reason why regular...

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Priority on safety and reliable process monitoring in AM applications

A Safety Integration Level (SIL) between 1 and 4 (discrete) is a measure of a safety system performance. The higher the number, the lower the probability of failure on demand and the safer the system so-to-speak. Typically systems in the additive manufacturing application field require SIL1 or SIL2 certification on system level. Individual products, such as sensors, and components can be designed...

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Measurement of the humidity at temperatures > 100°C is important in a large number of industrial applications ranging from drying process chambers to large baking ovens. The high process temperature is critical for the selection of the humidity sensor. Not too many sensors can measure sufficiently correct at these high temperatures. Pewatron has developed the high-accuracy (+/-2 %Vol H2O ) and...

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Development of a new portable humidity and temperature measurement system for the climatic profiling of ovens used in the industrial production of baked goods

The all-new development of the PHTM-3H-7T has made it possible to measure and record the temperature and humidity of baking chambers for the first time – parameters that are so crucially important during the baking process. Operators of industrial baking lines are under immense pressure to achieve consistent quality. Increasingly, they need to be in a position to document and verify process...

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Highest signal resolution among any oxygen sensing technologies

Zirconia based potentiometric oxygen sensors are known for their large dynamic range and very high resolution. They are by far the best option for in-line gas sensing of oxygen concentrations in a very wide range of concentrations and for many different applications. The applications range from gas mixing in chemical plants to spot check measurements in food packages. For nitrogen and oxygen...

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PEI-S103-1-0.6 High precision inclinometer with small range ±0.3°

The PEI-S103-1-0,6 is a new single axis ultra-high precision inclinometer developed for safety control on bridges and buildings.   The surveillance of bridge or building deflections can be performed efficiently with high precision inclinometers connected together with an RS485 bus, allowing to measure the deflections at several points on the object to monitor. The PEI-S103-1-0,6  offers the...

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Single and dual output

The CP-45FB is a high precision and high durability angular sensor, compatible to the well-known CPP-45 series with housing dimension Ø45 mm. The sensor has been designed for a long lifetime of 50 million revolutions. It is well suited for use in various applications and environments, like marine (steering angle control), in construction machines (pivoting angle control), industrial machines...

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New opportunities opening up in oxygen control applications

Oxygen controlled atmosphere (CA) applications in some cases rely on a long, stable operational lifetime of the oxygen sensing module and in some cases on a sufficiently high signal resolution in a wide range of oxygen concentrations. The ES1-O2 amperometric electrochemical sensor combines both – stable long lifetimes >> 3 years and high signal resolution < 10 ppm over the full range from 0 to 25...

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Battery operated air quality measurement made easy

Battery operated air quality measurement appliances are in the pipeline by many manufacturers of residential and industrial goods for air flow control, but also for new players in the market that focus more on individual preferences for good air-quality in their environment. Examples could be Odor or TVOC management in public domains. The ES1-AG + TB600 combination is a digital and very compact...

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Measurements with focus on health & low human exposure

A gas sensing module for measurement of formaldehyde must be able to deliver reliable measurement in the sub-ppm range of gases. The reason is that even small exposures to formaldehyde can cause irritations and longer time exposure can cause life-threatening diseases to evolve. Formaldehyde is a gas that forms naturally or from almost all human related activities – from burning of fossil fuel to...

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small, attractively priced, for direct integration into products

The new 52A (analogue) and 52D (digital) differential pressure series is very compact (13 mm x 8 mm) and designed for direct integration into products by means of O-ring manifold assembly. Thanks to the simple sensor design with a small number of components, the sensor is very attractively priced. Measurement ranges from 2 mbar up to 7 bar and supply voltages from 2.7 to 5.5 V are available. The...

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MEMS-based alternative to FOG grade IMUs

The DMU30 is a groundbreaking and ITAR-free high-precision MEMS IMU that represents an alternative to more expensive fiber-optic IMUs.  The DMU30 is based on  precision VSG3QMAX high-Q inductive ring gyroscopes and capacitive accelerometers. As a result, it offers excellent properties in terms of bias instability and random walk.  It is a six-degree-of-freedom inertial measurement unit providing...

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Suitable for pneumatic and water applications.

The PBM220 and highly compact PBM230 series are both piezoresistive absolute pressure sensors. Both series are available from 1 to 14 bar as standard – we even offer customised versions up to 25 bar. Thanks to the special gel coating, the sensors are suitable for numerous applications and can be subjected to a wide range of media. For example, the sensor is used in pneumatic applications, where...

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Patented MEMS technology combined with state-of-the-art electronics

Natural gas (methane) is widely used as a source of energy for heating, cooking and electricity generation, and is considered also as a fuel for vehicles. Natural gas is also very important for the manufacture of plastics, rubbers and other organic chemical products. The natural gas worldwide consumption is increasing and the quality of the gas is important for the different processes (for...

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Pewatron offers its customers a measurement principle that is optimised for the measuring task, and thus the best performance at a reasonable cost. The measurement task can be set by the customer for gases or liquids, for volume or mass flow, and a flow range of µl/min up to well over 100 SLPM.  The measurement principles used are differential pressure, calorimetry or ultrasound. To develop the...

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Many applications (such as in the food industry) require fill level measurements in liquid containers without contact or interference. The fill level sensor SQ Level distributed by Pewatron is based on the modern ultrasound measurement technology developed by SonoQ GmbH. The combination of state-of-the-art technologies allows fill levels in tanks and containers to be measured without opening or...

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Range of adjustment between 1 and 100 bar

Pressure sensors and pressure switches with open flush diaphragms suitable for use with highly viscous media such as refrigerants, plastics, paper pulp, bitumen, sewage, paint and adhesives are an important part of the large Pewatron portfolio within pressure sensing and pressure switching. These high viscosity fluid pressure sensors/switches can be cleaned if there is a build up of residue around...

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Range of adjustment between 40 and 1000 mbar

Differential pressure sensors and pressure switches with flush diaphragms suitable for use with gaseous and liquid media such as refrigerants, water, steam, liquid food and sewage are also an important part of the large Pewatron portfolio within pressure sensing and pressure switching. Common for these differential pressure sensors/switches in the ability to measure small changes in pressure in a...

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from mbar up to more than 100 bar

The new 80A series from Pewatron is compact and suitable for most media thanks to an oil-filled measuring cell. The switching point and hysteresis of the electronic pressure switch can be defined by the customer and ranges from a few mbar to more than 100 bar. A number of threads are available for the process connection. This also applies for the electrical interface: various connectors or a cable...

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Drying and de-oxidation processes at temperatures up to 300°C

Amperometric, zirconia based oxygen sensors have many advantages over amperometric, liquid based electrochemical oxygen sensors. Long operational lifetime & signal stability of the zirconia oxygen sensors are some of the advantages, when the two types of sensors are benchmarked against each other, but also the ability of the zirconia sensor to measure oxygen concentrations in high temperatures up...

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New opportunities opening up in oxygen control applications

Oxygen controlled atmosphere (CA) applications in some cases rely on a long, stable operational lifetime of the oxygen sensing module and in some cases on a sufficiently high signal resolution in a wide range of oxygen concentrations. The FCX-U series of amperometric, zirconia oxygen sensors combines both – stable long lifetimes >> 3 years and high signal resolution < 10-200 ppm are generally...

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When operating the fire triangle, several strategies are taken in order to prevent devices & systems catching fire upon a malfunction. One very popular and legislation driven strategy is to measure the concentration of the flammable gas. Traditionally the concentration of flammable gases are measured using catalytic sensors and/or thermal conductivity sensors. These sensors normally suffer from...

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Infrared detection principle for accurate and reliable measurements of refrigerant gases

Gas sensors based on non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) absorption offer decisive advantages compared with electrochemical and catalytic sensors. The sensor principle exploits the quality of gases and absorbs infrared radiation at a specific, characteristic wavelength. The sensors work very selectively and display almost no cross-sensitivities to other gases. In contrast to other gas sensors, the...

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The THD2000Z is a new MEMS dual axis inclinometer developed for applications in environment with vibrations, and small space contraints, with sensor housing 10mm thick only. It comprises a programmable digital damping control with 16 selectable time constants, allowing to choose the best combination of noise suppression and sensor response time. The sensing element has no resonant point, thus...

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The BASICEVO NDIR sensor modules have gas inlet by diffusion. The sensor module is a simple, everything-on-board, low maintenance gas sensor module with a standard digital output interface. The compact construction and the simple interface of the BASICEVO sensor modules make the OEM system or OEM product integration easy. The BASICEVO sensor modules are characterized by low signal drift,...

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smartGAS Mikrosensorik GmbH gas sensors: Pewatron and smartGAS sign a new distribution agreement

Zurich, Munich, Heilbronn, 15 August 2018 – A partnership has been renewed between two important players in the field of gas sensor technology: smartGAS and Pewatron. The highly accurate, cutting-edge gas sensors manufactured by smartGAS Mikrosensorik GmbH are now available in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and other European countries through Pewatron. Customers benefit from long experience in...

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Compact calibrated 2000A Current sensing busbar probe

To operate under high overload and high ambient temperature  The Raztec RAZP-2000 sensor is a compact, high current, open loop current sensor, capable of operating under high overload and ambient temperature conditions. It is specifically designed for use in applications where small size is critical and current is to be measured economically. It mounts through a 6.5 or 7.5mm diameter hole in the...

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Thanks to our partnership with KOLLMORGEN, a leading manufacturer of motion control solutions, we meet the most sophisticated motion requirements in mechanical and equipment engineering.

Realising complex movements and synchronising motion sequences are daily business in the world of mechanical and equipment engineering. We solve these issues together with our system partner Kollmorgen. From the basic level of the actuators (motors, linear drives), to automation and up to the human-machine interface, Kollmorgen proposes a complete range of solutions. Interfaces are variable...

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APLL3 linear actuator reduces costs during design-in and operation.

Regardless of whether you operate in mechanical engineering, equipment engineering, medical technology or agricultural sector: think about integration of an APLL linear actuator while realizing linear movements. Pewatron proposes engineering support to establish technical needs and during mechanical and electrical integration phase.Major advantages of the APPL3 linear actuator are compact and...

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Constant power mode LED driver with wide range input

In order to function smoothly, LED lights require a preconnected driver to regulate the current flow: it converts the alternating current into constantly low direct current and suitable DC voltage – for even light output and minimal heat generation. Whether you are dealing with production halls or greenhouses, sports fields or ports, car parks or industrial areas: lighting systems in indoor and...

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Open-frame power supply for medical applications

Pewatron AG's specialisms include switching power supplies and DC/DC converters with medical approval, low leakage current and maximum reliability. Pewatron works exclusively with suppliers who can guarantee the highest quality standards – for example, with Protek Power for the PM500 power supply.  Increasingly complex electric and electronic devices are being used to diagnose, treat and monitor...

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New high-precision earth leakage current sensor

In this age of complex power supply systems, intelligent networks, sensitive devices and a demand for low losses and precise billing, it is ab-solutely essential that even small residual currents are accurately de-tected and measured. Pewatron offers the ideal technologies for this. The Swiss Energy Strategy 2050 wants end customers to not only purchase electrical power, but also to be able to...

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New power supply units for medical technology

Pewatron AG is launching a new series of AC/DC medical power supply units from the renowned manufacturer P-Duke – with regulated output voltage of 12, 15, 18, 24, 28, 36 or 48 V depending on the type, 2 MOPP insulation and reinforced isolation for the primary circuit (4,000 VAC).  Safety for patients and service staff Medical electrical devices are subject to particularly high technical...

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Monitoring of gaseous, non-aggressive media with full flexibility in mounting and positioning.

There is growing demand for solutions for energy efficiency and management directly at the end consumer, not only to save energy and thus avoid waste, but also to enable a more cost-efficient use of energy 24 hours a day. Applications such as building automation, air conditioning systems and controlled atmosphere room monitoring require continuous measurement of pressure in order to function...

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Level control at its finest

Wherever low or medium-high gas pressures or liquid levels have to be controlled with high reliability and fast response time, purely mechanical, membrane-controlled pressure switches are a very sensible choice. Built onto a customer configurable and process adaptable pressure port means that pressure medium level changes can be detected very fast. Thereby valves or pumps can be switched on or off...

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8 different ranges in one transmitter plus auto-zero calibration

The 985Q from Beck belongs to the 985 family of differential pressure transmitters which also includes the 985M (2/3-wire), the 985A pressure transmitters and new also the 985V volume flow transmitter. The major difference between the 985M and the 985A are the zero calibration properties of the transmitters. While the zero calibration is done manually for the 985M transmitter, the 985A features a...

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As a supplement to the successful programmable SBP200 power supply (in: 170–528 V AC; out: 36–205 V DC), the new and versatile SBP200L is now available for output voltages of 24 to 120 V DC. Designed according to the one-for-all strategy, it comes with many advantages, particularly in terms of storage and cost.   Digital controlWide input voltage range (170–550 V AC, 250–725 V DC)Wide output...

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Four axes are better than three!

Through its technical sales department, Pewatron offers the 4-axis inclinometer SCA3300-D01 with digital output (SPI interface) by Murata. The sensor is based on Murata’s capacitive 3D-MEMS automotive digital platform, in accordance with the AEC-Q100 automotive standard. The sensational self-monitoring of the 3-axis measurement values (XYZ) is only possible through the patented 4-axis design of...

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Designed for indoor air quality

Indoor air pollution is becoming an increasing problem, because of buildings and houses having a much better insulation. Better insulation saves energy for heating, but on the other hand prevents necessary exchange of air. Exchange of air is important to remove potentially harmful gases coming from cleaning agents, solvents, carpets and flooring and many other sources. For instance, most volatile...

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tailor-made solutions pay off more often than thought

 Don’t adapt your product to a standard sensor – we adapt our pressure sensors to your product and coordinate it perfectly to your application. Be it a measuring cell with increased requirements for the mechanical interface or simply a defined cable length or special connector for a transmitter, individual solutions have many advantages: the measurement task is 100% fulfilled, your development...

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reliable oxygen sensing from low ppm concentrations and up to 100%

Reliable oxygen concentration measurements are important in controlled atmosphere (CA) applications, where the outcome of certain processes are dependent of the oxygen content in the process environment (normally a closed chamber). For example, in additive manufacturing of metal 3D work pieces, residual ppm level oxygen control is crucial in order to obtain the required mechanical properties of 3D...

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When it comes to choosing the right flow sensor, Pewatron has been your expert partner for over 25 years. Numerous measurement tasks can be carried out with a pressure sensor as well a flow sensor. But just which solution is the best in each case depends first and foremost on the environmental conditions such as dust, the possibility for an offset adjustment and other factors. Pewatron advises its...

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Pewatron provides its customers with the opportunity to have a cost-effective, customised solution for their liquid-based flow measurement tasks in order to achieve a system-optimised use of coolants, process water, etc. This service offers the chance to be cost-effective and save resources at the same time. In cooperation with the specialist ultrasound supplier SonoQ GmbH, Pewatron offers...

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Extremely compact measuring cell with a threaded connector and excellent media compatibility

Pewatron’s answer to conventional, large (long) transmitter solutions: the compact PEWA700 series. The measuring cell’s innovative design features a total length of just 33 mm – as a comparison, a typical transmitter is generally significantly longer than 100 mm. Casting all the electronics and the connection cable minimises the housing to the essentials and achieves strong protection against...

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controlling low pressures and liquid levels

Wherever low or medium-high gas pressures or liquid levels have to be measured with high accuracy and fast response time, purely mechanical, membrane-controlled pressure sensors are a very sensible choice. Built onto a customer configurable and process adaptable pressure port means that pressure medium level changes can be detected very fast. Thereby valves or pumps can be switched on or off and...

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Pewatron offers PKGS vibration and shock sensors from leading manufacturer Murata. These highly reliable and shock-resistant (in contrast to many rivalling measuring principles) piezo sensors based on the bimorph principle are already being successfully used in high volumes in hard drives and tire pressure systems. And, of course, they meet the requirements of the automotive standard AECQ-200. The...

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Only 1 Single Chip for your Interface

Isolated  RS485 - RS422  - CAN – PROFIBUS  without OptocouplerSingle-Chip isolated transceivers reduce dramatically chip count and board area while reducing noise and improving the performance of network systems Up to 40 Mbps High SpeedUL, VDE certified, PROFIBUS compliant50 kV/µs Transient ImmunityLow Pulse Width Distortion, low EM emissionsEvaluation Boards available Product details

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Compact encoders are being increasingly used in stepper motor applications. Maximum rotational speed at the highest possible pulse rate plays a key role. The new PS28C version allows it to support a motor speed of 27,000 revolutions per minute at 4,000 pulses per revolution. Much higher speeds are possible at a lower pulse rate, and at temperatures of -40°C to +100°C. The encoder is equipped...

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Pewatron has developed an oxygen transmitter that can be easily mounted in process chambers and process installations. The ease of mounting, together with an industrial standard output signal, make the transmitter a preferred solution for process control of oxygen levels in ppm or in % concentration levels. The latest development in the product family is the FCX-TR1000 0…1000 ppm transmitter that...

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Vibration resistant with programmable filter

Pewatron would like to introduce the new MEMS-based inclinometer from Midori.The 2-axis inclinometer is available with analogue interfaces (ratiometric 10%–90% Vin, 0.5–4.5 V or 4–20 mA) as well as RS-485 to parameterise the sensor. SAE J1939 & CANopen interfaces coming soon. The range (±10° to ±80°), the damping and the index point can be parameterised. The absolute linearity is ±0.5% FS. As an...

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Robust with a high level of reproducibility

Pewatron would like to introduce the new encoder CE36M developed by its long-term Japanese partner, Midori.The CE36M is based on Midori’s extensive experience with angle sensors for marine technology and automation. The mechanical and electrical design was carefully developed in order to achieve a high level of shock and vibration resistance and to minimise electromagnetic influences. The CE36M is...

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Miniature with highest resolution

Pewatron would like to introduce the new optical incremental encoder from ELTRA. The ER38 is a miniaturised incremental encoder with blind hollow shaft, which is ideally suited for robotics and automation applications thanks to its reduced dimensions and very high resolution. This three-channel encoder (A/B/Z) offers up to 14,440 pulses per revolution, which is the highest resolution on the market...

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High accuracy in energy harvesting design or battery backup

Pewatron is launching two new multiturn encoders designed with high single turn resolution of 23 bits (> 8 million positions) and 16 bits multiturn resolution. These small blind hollow shaft encoders offers excellent performance and durability in a small diameter of max. 38 mm. The 38HA was developed using the newest cutting-edge energy harvesting technology. Thanks to Wiegand technology, the...

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PFLOW-CUSTOM-MADE - perfectly adapted to and integrated in your product

When it comes to choosing the right flow sensor, Pewatron has been your expert partner for over 25 years. Numerous measurement tasks can be carried out with a pressure sensor as well a flow sensor. But just which solution is the best in each case depends first and foremost on the environmental conditions such as dust, the possibility for an offset adjustment and other factors. Pewatron advises its...

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capacitive MEMS low pressure sensor with very high overpressure resistance

With the PPCP3 series, Pewatron is presenting a new generation of pressure sensors based on capacitive technology. The MEMS-based capacitive measuring principle enjoys some considerable advantages over the widespread and well-established piezo-resistive sensors. Tests have shown that one side of the membrane can be loaded with up to 20 bar overpressure, and this in a low pressure sensor with a...

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Sensors + Flex Print + electronics: complete sensor assembly from a single source

Pewatron not only offers a wide range of pressure sensors – we can also support or even completely manage the development and production of entire electronic assemblies. Thanks to our partners in Asia, we have access to experienced development engineers, the latest technology and the necessary production capacities.  As an example, our partner Fujikura produces the complete assembly group...

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developed for oxygen and nitrogen generators in harsh industrial environments

Measurement of oxygen concentration in the range from ~ 100 ppmO2 and up to 95 Vol% O2 is best done with amperometric, zirconia-based oxygen sensors from Fujikura. The sensors are accurate and have a long operational lifetime. More importantly, the low surface temperature of the amperometric sensor element makes the sensor ideal for measurements in closed chambers or containers. Potentiometric...

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The detection of CO2 concentrations may range from low ppm levels up to 100 Vol% CO2. In practice, there are many different applications, where CO2 is being measured for safety reasons or being used in industrial processes. An example of an application, where CO2 is being used in an industrial process, but at the same time has to be measured for safety reasons, is the production of dry ice....

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The PSH150 is a modern, digitally controlled and programmable 150 W power supply. The input voltage range is between 90 and 227 V AC; the output can be programmed from 5 to 55 V DC on the front panel or via software (USB or RS-485), making it possible to supply different loads (e.g. servo drives). The PSH150 works reliably up to 50°C without power derating.  Class II wiring (PE connection not...

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Most industrial DC/DC converters operate in a narrow input voltage range and with a fixed or relatively limited output voltage (e.g. 12, 24, 48 V), making procuring and storing the many different models correspondingly expensive. With the compact NDW240, NEXTYS is consistently pursuing its flexible, one-for-all product strategy: it converts voltages between 11 and 55 V into any voltage from 5 to...

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CP-2FL, the more affordable version of the CP-2FB(x) J series, enjoys shorter lead times at lower production costs. The series features two models with different shaft diameters, φ22 mm housing, a locator pin on the mounting surface, a metal sleeve bearing shaft, flat terminals on the sides for easy soldering, and can be easily adjusted thanks to the screwdriver slot. Effective electrical travel:...

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CP-2FxxJ builds on the success of the CP-2F series with an improved resistive element, maintaining the same durability at a lower price. Compact at Φ22 mm, the series includes bushing or servo mounts, as well as metal sleeve/ball/Teflon-coated bearings. Effective electrical travel: 340°Total resistance: 1 k, 2 k, 5 k, 10 kΩ ±20% (CP-2FC 1 k, 5 k ±20%)Independent linearity: ±1%Rated dissipation:...

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This sensor is a low-cost version of the CPP-45 series that also enjoys shorter delivery times. Mounting is compatible with the CPP-45B model; features screwdriver slots on both ends of shaft for easy adjustment. Effective electrical travel: 350°Total resistance: 1 k,5 k,10 k, ±15%Independent linearity: STD:±0.3% (SPE.:±0.1%)Rated dissipation: 3 W/70℃Total mechanical travel: 360°endlessRunning...

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Thanks to its built-in temperature compensation unit, this compact sensor enjoys low current consumption (0.6 mA max.) irrespective of temperature, making it compatible with 4-20mA 2-wire communication systems. Also features low torque, high durability, and improved output sensitivity. Ultra low Torque: 0.1 mN・mLow current consumption < 0.6mAEffective electrical travel: 90° (120° optionally...

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 Pewatron presents the AAM 58 PROFINET model, the most technologically advanced and versatile encoder in the ELTRA portfolio:  a tool specifically designed to communicate synergistically with other devices in an interconnected complex system. This absolute multi-turn encoder uses optical sensor technology, and has a 25-bit maximum resolution (13 single-turn + 12 multi-turn). This encoder is...

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Pewatron introduces US Digital’s E8T miniature optical encoder. Combining small form factor and resolutions up to 720 CPR, the E8T is ideally suited for medical and other space sensitive applications that require reliable position and velocity feedback. The E8T’s small package footprint fits motors as small as National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) size 11 with more than 40%...

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In 2013, Fujikura launched the new generation of its MEMS pressure sensors, the A series. Based on a 2-chip concept (Sensor Die+ ASIC), the solution quickly proved itself on the market and is now widely used in many applications.

At first glance, the Japanese sensors do not necessarily stand out from their rival products. But if you look more closely, you will notice that most competitors define accuracy according to the BFSL method and place the typical values in the foreground. Fujikura, in contrast, defines accuracy or the maximum error (Fig. 1) as the maximum deviation from the expected measured value over the entire...

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 The new ABS5 from Fujikura is an ultra-small waterproof absolute sensor that was originally developed for diving watches to determine water depth. Thanks to its ultra-small frame and customer-specific Flex Print, the sensor can be integrated into products that offer only a small amount of space for sensor technology. Both the pressure sensor and the customer-specific Flex Print are manufactured...

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With the PPCP3 series, Pewatron is launching a new generation of pressure sensors based on the capacitive measuring principle. The capacitive MEMS pressure sensor features an incredibly high resolution (<15 μbar). The PPCP3-M1 is a differential pressure sensor with an SPI or TWI interface. The inside is fitted with a capacitive sensor chip and signal conditioning electronics with a...

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Pewatron and IS-Line are combining their activities through the Swiss Angst+Pfister Group, making them even more powerful partners in the sensor technology and power electronics market.

The Angst+Pfister Group and Christoph Kleye as sole owner and general manager of IS-LINE GmbH have entered into an agreement to sell all shares to the Angst+Pfister Group. Christoph Kleye will continue to lead the company as general manager of IS-LINE.  Pewatron AG has been part of the Angst+Pfister Group for the past nine years and already has a wide range of high-quality products in the sensor...

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The AG3 and AP3 series were developed originally for highly accurate measurement of blood pressure, and have since been installed in professional blood pressure devices in large volumes. Now it has been shown that the sensor, which features an exceptionally low-noise analogue output signal, also has important advantages for other uses; for example, medical technology applications, such as dialysis...

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Pewatron has developed an oxygen transmitter, where the oxygen sensor can be screw mounted in process chambers and process installations. The ease of mounting, together with an industrial standard output signal, make the PG-03 transmitter a preferred solution for process control of oxygen levels in ppm or in % concentration levels. The heart of the PG-03 oxygen transmitter is the PO2ES-103P...

The PG-03 transmitter is a fully integrated solution with a low-noise amplification circuit that translates the mV signal from the sensor into a 4…20 mA standard output signal. The accuracy of the transmitter follows the accuracy of the sensor element itself. The 4-pole cable from the transmitter box can easily be connected to a central power supply and the 4…20 mA output signal can easily be fed...

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US Digital’s E4T and S4T miniature optical encoders now come in higher resolutions of 400 and 500 CPR.

Specifically designed for robotics, medical and other industrial automation applications, the new E4Ts utilize state of the art transmissive optical sensing technology. The newly announced resolutions represent up to a 38% increase in available CPR and now support applications requiring up to 2,000 pulses per revolution. This substantial increase in resolution was achieved without any compromise...

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DMU11 is the latest in a family of high performance IMUs, offering market-leading inertial sensing capability in a cost-effective OEM package, and aimed at high volume industrial applications like smart agriculture. With each silicon MEMS sensor being made by Silicon Sensing in their foundry in Japan, the DMU11 combines three rotation rate sensors with six linear accelerometers.  Sophisticated...

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from VOC sensing to long-life oxygen gas sensors

Solid polymer electrolyte (SPE) gas sensors offer flexibility in design and size, because the basic sensor design is dry and contains no liquid electrolytes. Liquid electrolyte gas sensors, also known as wet electrochemical cells, are used in many applications ranging from automotive (fuel usage optimization) over industrial (safety) and to emission control (surveillance). Because of the wet...

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Customization of an oxygen monitoring device can be done by using the general Pewatron gas sensor toolbox allowing our customers to design the best suitable oxygen monitor FCX-OMP for any given application. The oxygen sensors themselves can be chosen from 4 different basic types (FCX-ULL, FCX-UL, FCX-UC and FCX-UWC) covering a range of oxygen concentrations from 0…1000 ppm to 1000 ppm…95%. The...

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Fujikura officially released the new digital AL4 series of gauge low pressure sensors for volume production. The AL series has a very small footprint (11.36 mm x 10.32 mm) in comparison with other low sensors, SMT pin configuration and a high total accuracy (+/-1.5% FSO) within a compensated temperature range of 0°C to 50°C. The digital AL4 series is a two-chip system consisting of a...

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The AG3 and AP3 series were developed originally for highly accurate measurement of blood pressure, and have since been installed in professional blood pressure devices in large volumes. Now it has been shown that the sensor, which features an exceptionally low-noise analogue output signal, also has important advantages for other uses; for example, medical technology applications, such as dialysis...

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The PO2ES-103P electrochemical sensor is a rugged oxygen gas sensor intended for use in industrial and medical applications. The sensor is lead free and is RoHS conform, which is certainly a benefit for new product developments, but is also an argument for replacement of lead based sensor in old product lines.In typical medical applications, such as respiratory or continuous positive airway...

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COZIR LP is an ultralow power (3 mW) and low profile, high performance CO2 sensor module, ideally suited for battery operation and portable instruments. Based on patented IR LED and detector technology and innovative optical designs, COZIR is the lowest power NDIR sensor available. The obvious use of the COZIR sensor module is for battery-operated or autonomous gas sensor devices, where power...

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We like to inform you that 1st of March 2017 we integrated the electrical drive technology activities (motors, actuators, drives, control units, etc) from Angst+Pfister. Pewatron AG is an integral part of the Angst+Pfister group since nine years and an established supplier for sensor and power supply solutions in the area of drive technologies and industries. We therefore like to consolidate our...

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Yield management in industrial processes rely increasingly on sensors that can monitor the process. By monitoring the process, the optimum working point of a process can be defined and product yields can be maximized. An industrial bakery with a high throughput is a perfect example of an industrial application, where a closed loop control of the full baking process can be used to minimize waste of...

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We as 3S Sensor Service Schmidt and Pewatron AG would like to inform you that Pewatron AG has taken over the Oven Humidity Sensor (OHS Sensor) from 3S Sensor Service Schmidt as of 1st of January 2017. 3S Sensor Service Schmidt and Pewatron have been cooperating for close to 20 years on the development and production of the OHS sensor. Currently Pewatron is supplying the Zirconia sensor head and...

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High accuracy in an ultra-compact design

Pewatron is launching ELTRA's new AAM38F multiturn encoder with a cutting-edge energy harvesting technology. This blind hollow shaft encoder offers excellent performance and durability in a compact, miniaturized package with only a 38 mm diameter. Leveraging ground-breaking optical sensor technology, this new generation of encoder delivers an extraordinarily high 23 bit single turn resolution with...

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We have introduced two new series of hall effect based angular sensors for applications in mobile machines, medical system and laboratory equipment, measurement instruments, manufacturing and many other industrial, agricultural and renewable energy applications.  PB series:  Hall Effect based, 22, 36 and 50 mm diameter, metal housings and ball bearings for applications requiring an extended...

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Ammonia (NH3) is in wide use as primary refrigerant for large and very large compression cooling systems. Ammonia has the lowest indirect greenhouse effect index, because the energy required for a given cooling effect is the lowest among all low-GWP refrigerants. Ammonia however is toxic and with OEL concentration levels as low as 50 ppm, potential leakage of ammonia can be dangerous. Ammonia can...

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high-resolution NDIR sensor for detection of carbon dioxide (CO2)

Carbon dioxide (CO2) has previously been widely used as primary refrigerant due to its non-toxicity and non-flammability. However, the high pressures involved made it easy to abandon this natural liquid over CFC based refrigerants characterized by lower pressure levels. The low GWP footprint of CO2, together with the development of components suitable for high pressures, has in recent years made...

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Gas sensors based on non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) absorption offer decisive advantages compared with electrochemical and catalytic sensors. The sensor principle exploits the quality of gases and absorbs infrared radiation at a specific, characteristic wavelength. The sensors work very selectively and display almost no cross-sensitivities to other gases. The smartMODUL EVO NDIR series is...

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Everything from development to production from a single source, at a competitive price and in outstanding quality!

Pewatron not only offers a wide range of pressure sensors – we can also manage the development and production of entire electronic assemblies. Thanks to our partners in Asia, we have access to experienced development engineers, the latest technology and the necessary production capacities to offer complete electronic assemblies at very attractive prices, no matter what the batch size. In addition...

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PLDS series: a customised solution, even for small batch sizes

The latest development for PEWATRON’s customer-specific PLDS pressure sensors is based on advanced Laser Direct Structuring (LDS) technology. LDS has already been used to create innovative new solutions in various areas of the automotive sector and is now revolutionising the sensor industry too. A laser beam is focused on the surface of an injection-moulded part, which causes a reaction that...

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Measurement range from low ppm to 25% with high resolution

Pewatron has released a new oxygen sensor module that can be used in many different applications and in several configurations. The key element of the sensor module is the oxygen sensor from Fujikura; it is an amperometric solid-state sensor with a high current output, a short response time to gas concentration changes and ruggedness against pressure change, humidity and other gases. Because...

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With high resistance towards clogging and pressure shocks

PEWATRON has released the new MEMS mass air flow sensor PFLOW which incorporates the latest MEMS and microelectronics innovations. The PFLOW sensor has a very high resistance towards clogging and pressure shock. Because of the innovative MEMS thermal isolation design does not require fragile thin membranes or surface cavities for thermal insulation. The sensor has a very high sensitivity at low...

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T90 ~ 0.5 seconds and sample volume < 2 ml made possible

Pewatron has released a new fast responding carbon dioxide sensor module with a very high potential for instance in medical and food inspection applications. Capnography is an example of a medical application (i.e. the monitoring of carbon dioxide in the respiratory gases), where the response time of the sensor is important in order to make quantitative and qualitative statements about the state...

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Wide Range for industrial applications and Ambient for HVAC and IAQ applications

COZIR is an ultralow power (3.5 mW), high performance CO2 sensor module, ideally suited for battery operation and portable instruments. Based on patented IR LED and detector technology and innovative optical designs, COZIR is the lowest power NDIR sensor available. The obvious uses of the COZIR sensor module are for battery-operated or autonomous gas sensor devices, where power usage optimization...

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Zurich, Glasgow, United Kingdom, 01. September 2016 – A partnership has been formed between two important exponents in the field of sensor technology: Gas Sensing Solutions Ltd and Pewatron AG. The highly reliable, cutting-edge gas sensors manufactured by Gas Sensing Solutions in Scotland are now available in Germany, Switzerland and Austria through Pewatron. Customers profit from experience in...

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The new DC/DC power supply module

PEWATRON is launching a new DC/DC power supply module with enhanced 6000 VDC isolation. The series boasts an output of 6W and an extremely wide input voltage range of 9–36 VDC and 18–75 VDC. Comprehensive voltage protection features guarantee outstanding reliability, making it ideal for use in the medical sector. These include input under-voltage protection, output over-voltage and short circuit...

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Wherever marginal gas pressures or liquid levels have to be determined quickly and positively, purely mechanical, membrane-controlled pressure switches are an economical sensing and switching solution. Built onto a dip tube, minimum and maximum levels can thus be detected rapidly and valves or pumps switched off and on or alarms triggered depending on the liquid level. Because the pressure gauge...

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Pewatron AG is launching the world’s smallest insulated and controlled DC-to-DC converter in the 9-watt class – the PDL09 range from P-DUKE Power Mate Technology.  The PDL09 converter is housed in a small, flat SIP-8 miniature package, measuring just 21.8 x 9.1 x 11.2 mm. But its power density is all the greater: with up to 66 watts per cubic inch, it sets a record level in the market, exceeding...

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Infrared gas measurement technology detects refrigerants safely and precisely

Gas sensors based on non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) absorption offer decisive advantages compared with electrochemical and catalytic sensors. The sensor principle exploits the quality of gases and absorbs infrared radiation at a specific, characteristic wavelength. The sensors work very selectively and display almost no cross-sensitivities to other gases. In contrast to other gas sensors, the...

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Tailored, high-precision MEMS pressure sensors from Fujikura

PEWATRON launched the new A3 series of gauge pressure sensors from Fujikura. The AG3 and AP3 series are compatible in footprint and pin configuration with the highly successful F and X series, but with better total accuracy performance (< +/-1.5%) and a very low noise output. The analog AG3 & AP3 series is a two-chip system consisting of a MEMS sensor chip and a signal-conditioning chip. The...

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For measuring ranges from ppm up to 95%

Customization can be considered as a Pewatron toolbox allowing the customer to put together the best suited oxygen module for any particular application. The oxygen sensors themselves cannot be changed in form, fit or function, but the 4 sensor types (FCX-ULL, UL, UC and UWC) cover almost the full range of oxygen concentration ranges and as an extra feature it can also work as a humidity sensor....

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For stroke actuators with high vibrations

PEWATRON announces MIDORI’s new small range linear hall effect sensor LP-10HA. The model is especially suited for short stroke actuators in an environment with high vibration and dither movements. A broad temperature range of -40 up to +100°C makes it well suited for mobile applications Main features: 10mm range with absolute linearity of +/-0.016mmIP65 on rear sideBuilt-in back spring ...

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The new miniature PS20A kit-encoder

PEWATRON is launching the new PS20A kit encoder with an astonishingly small 20 mm diameter. This extraordinarily compact unit leverages the latest optical reflective technology to deliver resolutions of up to 2046 cycles per revolution. The new PS20A is ideal when size is critical and is extremely easy to install thanks to the convenient kit system. The PS20A comes with a cable and connector and...

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Versatile split type DC current sensors

The SWL-DC current sensor series of PEWATRON is ideally suitable for current measurement of auxiliary battery currents in trains, fuel cells, photovoltaic systems or even electric vehicles inverter systems. The high quality split type sensor can be easily added to almost any existing installation without any difficulty. The sensor has 15 cm wire leads for connection and an integrated wire...

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For accurate pressure measurements in industrial applications with air, gas or wet media

The new PSPA372 MEMS gauge pressure sensors from Pewatron works with air and non-aggressive gas and wet media and for high pressures up to 40 bar. The analog, amplified output is accurate and reliable over a large temperature range. The over pressure and burst pressure is comparable to values normally found only for metal membrane based pressure sensors. All of the above excellent properties of...

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TMR sensing system

PEWATRON has released the new CP-16U non-contact angular sensor which incorporates the latest tunnelling magneto-resistive (TMR) technology. The CP-16U is a compact, lightweight and very low torque sensor that can be used up to 100°C temperature. It is designed for a range of ±45°, while CP-16U-1 covers a wider range of ±60°. The main advantage of TMR is very low power consumption: only 0.6 mA...

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For accurate pressure measurements in demanding industrial applications

PEWATRON launched the new analog A2 series of gauge pressure sensors from Fujikura. The A series is compatible in footprint and pin configuration with the highly successful F and X series, but with higher total accuracy (typically +/-1.0%, max +/-1.5%) and a wider compensated temperature range (0-85°C).The analog A2 series is a two-chip system consisting of a MEMS sensor chip and an ASIC...

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Optimized to cover a broad force range and to minimize hysteresis

Pewatron introduces two new OEM force sensors which are perfectly suited for mobile dosage of medicine and a variety of other applications including pump regulation, robotics, weighing, automation and indirect pressure & flow measurement. The sensors can be used in variety of industrial segments, such as medical, semiconductor and biochemistry industries. Pewatron offers standard OEM,...

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Improving safety in fire detection systems

The MiCS-5524 VOC/CO dual gas sensor is a MEMS-based MOS gas sensor with a thin gas sensing layer that is highly selective and very responsive to reactive (reducing) and oxidising gasses. These features are essential in a fire detection system, where every second counts in order to prevent irreparable damage. Unsafe installations and unpredictable environments expose people, valuable assets,...

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The FCX oxygen sensor series comes with 4 different measurement ranges; 0…1000ppm, 0…5%, 0…25% and 0…95%. The construction of the individual sensors with respect to the measurement range has been done to meet requirements such as accuracy, signal stability/repeatability, response time and operational lifetime of the sensor, but all sensors are based on the zirconia principle. The sensor output...

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Pewatron offers two of a kind standard OEM, off-the-shelf modules; the FCX-ML type and the FCX-MC type. Dependent on the application and the control interface of the customer, the one or the other type can be beneficial. The FCX-ML type requires additional control interface electronics from the customer in case the device-to-be-build requires any certification, like for instance CE...

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Thanks to reflective technology

The new encoder PS28B and PS40B have a compact design thanks to optical reflective technology, and are the successors of the proven PS28A and PS40A. Thanks to newest optoelectronic, the resolution has been extended to 16’000 (PS40B) and 10’000 (PS28B) cycles per revolution. Output push-pull signals (line drivers) are available.  With only 28mm for PS28B, respectively 40mm for PS40B, these rotary...

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Pewatron introduces the new CP-2FL conductive plastic potentiometer from MIDORI, our long lasting partner for high quality and extended lifetime angular sensors.The design is cost optimised: it uses a minimum of components, a plastic PBT housing and a copper alloy metal sleeve bearing in order to reduce both material and manufacturing costs.CP-2FL is proposed with a good linearity of ±2 %,...

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Certified, flame proof gas sensor heads for the detection of flammable gases in concentration levels close to LEL and/or above LEL

The VQ500 Series from SGX Sensortech is a complete range of miniature, fully certified, flameproof sensor heads containing a high quality, low power pellistor pair that is optimized for the detection of combustible gases or % volume gases in thermal conductivity mode. They have an outline identical to modern miniature electrochemical cells and are ideally suited for use in portable instruments. ...

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For accurate readings in harsh environments.

Pewatron announces the INIR (integrated infrared) gas sensor series of SGX Sensortech. The new innovative infrared sensor makes flammable gas and carbon dioxide sensing easy. It is designed to operate in the harshest of environments and produces accurate, fast readings with the minimum of circuity design. The new INIR integrated infra-red sensor incorporates a high performance optical cavity...

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The new highly efficient HEP series from Mean Well at PEWATRON

As the requirements placed on industrial applications increase, the market demand for power supplies that are capable of working reliably in harsh conditions continues to grow. That’s why PEWATRON is launching Mean Well’s new convection cooled HEP-600 power supply series and HEP-600C charger unit series. These two series are specifically designed to operate with outstanding performance in humid,...

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The new slim Mean Well NDR-240/480 series from PEWATRON

Responding to the excellent feedback from the market to its release of the NDR-75/120, PEWATRON is launching the Mean Well NDR-240/480 series to meet the rising demand for higher output wattage in the industrial control field. Both series feature a slim design that is adapted to fit TS-35/7.5 or TS-35/15 mounting rails. Compared to the previous generation, they reduce volume by 43 % and 51.6 %...

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The extremely low no-load power consumption IRM series from Mean Well

When it comes to power supplies, high efficiency and excellent reliability are essential. To meet the special requirements of electronic instruments and industrial automation equipment, PEWATRON has launched the new Mean Well IRM series of 5 W to 30 W module-type power supplies. Now also available in 45 W and 60 W models, these power supplies boast an extremely low no-load power consumption below...

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The PHPS-7500 is an OEM pressure sensor for gases and liquids. Each individual sensor is calibrated, temperature-compensated and amplified using the programmable ASIC. The total accuracy of typically 0.75% over the whole temperature range from 0…70° C, the 5 V supply, the ratiometric output signal of 0.5…4.5 VDC, and the digital I2C interface make a great number of applications possible where...

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For extremely low measurement ranges

This new capacitive pressure sensor handles measurements in the range of 0 - 60 mbar and can be trimmed electronically to 0 - 12 mbar. In addition to this measurement range, it is also possible to make corrections to account for effects arising during assembly by means of an integrated interface. Parameterisation is accomplished with a Windows-compatible, menu-driven kit. The largest range –...

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The PKD18/PKD15 OEM pressure sensor series is specifically designed for process and medical applications, as well as industrial applications such as pneumatics and hydraulics. For these applications water or aggressive materials must be measured at low pressures (less than 1 bar) or high pressures up to 600 bar. The PKD18/PKD15 pressure sensor series is built with alumina, high-grade ceramic,...

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For water and aggressive media applications.

The PSD18-410 pressure sensor series is optimally suited for industrial applications such as vacuum technology, pneumatics and hydraulics. These are applications where water and aggressive media must be measured at low pressures (< 200 mbar) or at higher pressures up to 7 bar. The compact PSD18-410 is an oil-filled stainless steel sensor having a diameter of only 18 mm, and is thus very well...

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The new PM150 and PM301 AC-DC switching power supplies

PEWATRON is launching the new PM150 and PM301 AC-DC switching power supplies from FSP Protek which are specifically designed for medical applications. Both impressive units meet or exceed the safety requirements of the IEC/EN/UL/CSA 60601-1 for 2MOPP and 60950-1 family of standards, making them the perfect choice for medical equipment outside life support, as well as for Laboratory, ITE and...

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An intelligent pressure sensor for medical and air-conditioning systems

The MIS-3600 differential pressure sensor is an intelligent piezoresistive pressure sensor with an integrated ASIC. The signal-conditioned ASIC contains a 16-bit AD converter with integrated 512-bit OTP memory. The sensor is calibrated and temperature-compensated in our factory, and all relevant values and factors are stored in the OTP memory so that the raw data are easily accessible with an...

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Low pressure sensor SLP35

The low pressure SLP35 sensor can be configured in a number of ways according to customer specification. The basic sensor is a small SMD 6-pin dual-port sensor with a 14 x 10 mm total footprint. The sensor output can be digital, analog amplified or analog unamplified. The minimum pressure is 1 kPa differential or gage. The maximum differential pressure is limited to 50 kPa. The SLP35 sensor have...

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Makes monitoring of air quality in the car, home, workplace or the environment hassle free

Pewatron launches 4 new intelligent air quality sensing modules from SGX Sensortech. The MEMS based MiCS-VZ-86/89 air quality module makes the process of detecting VOCs simple by using innovative metal-oxide-semiconductor technology supported by a micro-electromechanical structure (MEMS). The sensing elements provide a swift response to changes in the levels of a wide range of VOCs and hence air...

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Easy and fast demonstration kit for air quality monitoring applications

Pewatron launches the new intelligent air quality sensing USB demo kit for the MiCS-VZ-87 gas sensor module from SGX Sensortech. The MiCS-VZ-87 air quality module from SGX Sensortech makes the process of detecting VOCs simple. Using innovative metal oxide semiconductor chemistry supported by a micro-electromechanical structure (MEMS), the core sensing technology provides a fast response to changes...

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With a precision of 1%

The PHPSU-3500 is an OEM pressure sensor. Each individual sensor is calibrated, temperature-compensated and amplified using the programmable ASIC. The precision of 1 % over the whole temperature range from 0…70° C, the 5 V supply, the ratiometric output signal of 0.5…4.5 VDC, and the digital I2C interface make possible a great number of applications where measurements of dry, non-corrosive gases...

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Outstanding stability and low noise make the CRH02  a viable and more affordable alternative to fibre-optic gyros (FOG) and dynamically tuned gyros (DTG). The performance is achieved by a new MEMS ring design in Silicon Sensing’s latest VSG3Qmax technology, a result of 15 years design evolution. The technology uses a ring resonance effect combined with precision discrete electronics. Additional...

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Makes air quality monitoring in the car, home, workplace or environment hassle free

Pewatron launches the new air quality gas sensors from SGX Sensortech. The MEMS based MiCS MOS sensors simplify the process of detecting gasses that impact air quality. Using innovative metal oxide semiconductor chemistry (MOS) supported by a micro-electromechanical structure (MEMS), the core sensing technology provides a fast response to changes in the levels of a wide range of gasses including...

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The new Mean Well LCM-25(DA) constant-current LED driver

Keeping ahead of increasing demand for lower-wattage LED power supplies and intelligent lighting control, Pewatron has launched Mean Well’s new 25W LCM-25(DA) power supply. The unit is the latest addition to the LCM series of 40W and 60W constant-current power supplies. Thanks to a built-in DIP switch, the output current can be conveniently set to different levels. That ensures superb flexibility...

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Measures changes in oxygen concentration in 2-5 seconds

Pewatron has introduced a new oxygen sensor module that can be used in demanding applications where response times are important when measuring changes in oxygen concentration. The key element of the sensor module is the oxygen sensor developed by Fujikura. It is an amperometric solid-state sensor (zirconia) with high output accuracy, short response time to gas concentration changes and resistance...

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Small module or OEM version

PEWATRON is pleased to present the new low cost inertial unit from Silicon Sensing. DMU10 provides three axes of angular rate and linear acceleration, and two measurements of temperature. Data is output on an industry standard RS422 interface for ease of integration.  DMU10 is engineered using Silicon Sensing's unique MEMS VSG5 ring gyroscope and capacitive accelerometer technologies to provide...

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Pewatron has released its new 4 series of electrochemical cells (EC) for measuring and analysing toxic industrial gases. With a diameter of 20 and featuring three- or four-electrode cell setups with a reference electrode to increase sensor response at higher gas concentrations, the 4 series from SGX Sensortech conforms to industry standards.The 4 series range from SGX focuses on the most important...

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The slim new Mean Well NDR-75 series from PEWATRON

Responding to the growing demand for economical 75 W rail power supplies, PEWATRON is launching the new Mean Well NDR-75 DIN rail power supply series in a slim design. Building on the success of the high-performance Mean Well SDR-75 series for industrial use, the new NDR-75 power supply series is ideal for all applications requiring efficient, fanless power supply at a lower cost. With the same...

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Perfect choice for high volume HVAC applications

The most popular analogue sensors are now also available with an I2C interface. Nothing has been changed in the familiar housing and compact dimensions. The small SMD housing with 7 x 7 x 6.5 mm and the larger THT housing is now available with a digital signal. New in the product portfolio is the SMD type ALP4 pressure sensor for low pressure ranges below 10 kPa. The sensors can be configured for...

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The new low-leakage 600W AC/DC MSP-600 series

Pewatron has launched the new Mean Well MSP-600 series of 600W AC/DC enclosed medical power supplies. Responding to increased demand for reliable high-wattage medical power supplies, the MSP-600 Series is Mean Well’s follow-up to the successful MSP-100, MSP-200, MSP-300 and MSP-450 series. The new series complies with international medical safety regulations (MOOP level) and features low leakage...

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Pewatron offers the wide range of single-axis silicon MEMS gyroscope sensors and modules. The Sensors of Silicon Sensing suit most applications where customers value product functionality and performance. The ring technology provides superior performance in high shock and vibration environments.Most of these gyros are available with short delivery times.Use the selection guide to decide which...

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Intelligent pressure sensor for medical technology and HVAC

The CCD54 is an intelligent, calibrated and amplified OEM pressure sensor. Its offset correction, sensitivity, temperature drift and linearity are stored in the on-chip EEPROM directly at the factory using the latest ASIC technology. Different initial configurations are possible, such as the response time or supply voltage. By default, the sensor is operated at 4.75 to 5.25 VDC and thus has a...

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PEWATRON has released Fujikura’s APB2 DIP style series of gauge pressure sensors with a barbed port option. The barbed port design improves the overall mechanical stability of the port/hose system. This is especially important for high pressures applied to the ports. The Fujikura pressure sensors can work up to 12 bars of pressure.The new A series from Fujikura is compatible in footprint and pin...

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PEWATRON has released the PEM series of pressure transmitters. The pressure transducer design and the mechanical integration into the stainless steel housing make the PEM series the optimum choice for industrial applications, hydraulics and pneumatics. The PEM pressure transmitters can work up to 1000 bars of pressure, and in special designs up to 4000 bar. For applications where explosion...

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Mean Well’s HLG-600H series Power your LED lighting anywhere, anytimePEWATRON has launched Mean Well’s new HLG-600H series of high-performance, dustproof and waterproof AC-to-DC LED power supplies. Delivering 600W of power and extraordinary efficiency of up to 96%, these units are the undefeated champions when it comes to LED power supply. They also feature a universal input range of up to 305...

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Low output drift, long lifetime and no cross interference from other gases

Pewatron is pleased to present the EC410 electrochemical cell from SGX Sensortech, a company with extensive experience in the development of gas sensor products. The EC 410’s innovative design solves the main problems of classical lead-based electrochemical cells: low lifetime expectancy, high drift and cross interference to other gases.  Measurement range 0 – 30% volume oxygenBuilt-in reference...

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Controlling and regulating ventilation systems

Differential pressure transmitters with or without a microprocessor-based LED display with switchable output signal and pressure range. Manual or automatic zero point adjustment  Pressure transmitter for positive, negative and differential pressureMeasuring range of 0-50 Pa to 0-250 kPa, +/-50 Pa and +/- 100PaOne sensor, two measuring ranges0-10 VDC and 4-20 mA output signalWith or without LED...

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differential pressure switch Safe and secure monitoring from 20 to 5000 Pa

Our Climair differential pressure switches are rapidly increasing in popularity. Each year, hundreds of thousands of units are produced in Stuttgart. They are then installed in air-conditioning and ventilation systems all around the world.  The reasons for this level of success speak for themselves:  Scale calibrated in pascalsCover attached with just one screwTransparent cover for easy reading...

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Low output drift, long lifetime and no or little cross interference with other gasses

Pewatron is pleased to present the SGX-SureCO electrochemical cell from SGX Sensortech, a company with extensive experience in the development of gas sensor products. The SGX-SureCO carbon monoxide sensor is designed for HVAC applications, where it is expected that the sensor lifetime is very long and the long-term output drift is minimized. This to ensure stability and long operation hours...

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The new high-power Mean Well RST-5000 series

To meet industrial demand for more power, PEWATRON has launched the new Mean Well single-output 5000W RST-5000 Series. This enclosed power supply with PFC and parallel function is Mean Well’s follow-up to its successful 1000W to 3000W high-power industrial power supplies. This series accepts three-phase input from 196 VAC to 305 VAC or 340 VAC to 550 VAC, and up to three units can be connected in...

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Popular transmissive optical technology

The EM2 from US Digital is an optical encoder module designed to offer 2x to 4x higher resolution than the popular EM1 encoder module.Combined with an 2“ disk it allows to reach a high resolution of 10‘000 pulses per revolution, and combined with the smaller 1“ disk 5’000 pulses per revolution.This allows our popular kit encoder families E2, E5 and E6 to reach the same high resolutions of 5‘000...

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Break-through performance from a new generation of precision Hall Effect Current Transducer through the selection of state-of-the-art materials.Both the calibrated and un-calibrated versions offer excellent linearity and thermal stability without compromising size. The calibrated version has negligible hysteresis.These features allow currents from fractions of an amp to 45 or 60 amps to be...

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Makes monitoring of air quality in the car, home, workplace or the environment hassle free

Pewatron launches the new intelligent air quality sensing module from SGX Sensortech. The new MEMS based MiCS-VZ-87 air quality module from SGX Sensortech makes the process of detecting VOCs simple. Using innovative metal oxide semiconductor chemistry supported by a micro-electromechanical structure (MEMS), the core sensing technology provides a swift response to changes in the levels of a wide...

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PEWATRON launched the new digital A4 series of gauge pressure sensors from Fujikura. The A series is compatible in footprint and pin configuration with the highly successful F and X series, but with higher total accuracy (+/-1.5%) and a wider compensated temperature range (0-85°C).The digital A4 series is a two-chip system consisting of a MEMS sensor chip and an ASIC signal-conditioning chip,...

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Pewatron has released the new MEMS Pellistor gas sensor series MP for high volume production. The MP series from SGX Sensortech is a low power consumption series of products – designed for use in battery operated devices and optimized for a methane response of up to 5% volume in air (100% when operated in thermal conductivity mode). The sensor and the enclosure fulfill ATEX/IECEX requirements for...

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Outstanding stability and low noise make the CRH01 a viable and more affordable alternative to fibre-optic tuned gyros. The performance is achieved by a new MEMS ring design in Silicon Sensing’s VSG3 technology, ensuring high shock and vibration immunity. The technology uses a ring resonance effect combined with coriolis forces to precisely measure the angular rate. Additional outputs enable the...

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Optimised for mass consumer applications

The IPPS-015-1000hPa pressure sensor is a MEMS piezo-resistive pressure sensor chip and a signal-conditioning ASIC integrated into a compact and thin package, making it the optimal solution for consumer applications with a high degree of electronics integration and multi-functionality. With package dimensions of 4.5 x 4.0 x 1.0 mm, pin separation of 1.27 mm and a minimum supply of only 2.0V,...

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Efficiency and flexibility have never been more compact

PEWATRON has launched the new Mean Well RSP-500 series of enclosed low-profile power supplies. Thanks to a significantly reduced length, the RSP-500 series is 22.1 % smaller and up to 8 % more efficient than the original SP-480 series and offers an even wider operating temperature range of -30°C to +70°C. The RSP series covers a full range of wattages including 75 W, 100 W, 150 W, 200 W, 320 W,...

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Zurich, Switzerland / Essex, United Kingdom, 9 July 2014 – A partnership has been formed between two important exponents in the field of sensor technology: SGX Sensortech and PEWATRON. The highly reliable, cutting-edge gas sensors manufactured by SGX Sensortech are now available in Germany, Switzerland and other European countries exclusively through PEWATRON. Customers profit from experience in...

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Pewatron has released a new oxygen sensor module that can be used in many different applications and in several configurations. The key element of the sensor module is the oxygen sensor from Fujikura; it is an amperometric solid-state sensor with high output accuracy, a short response time to gas concentration changes and ruggedness against pressure change, humidity and other gases. The...

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The Smart Electronics CVMpro family provides a large complement of electrically isolated voltage measurement channels designed especially for testing fuel cells and battery stacks.CVMpro family modules sequentially read the values from up to 90 measurement channels. A CAN bus handles the device configuration as well as the transfer of measurement data to a host computer. Higher channel counts can...

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For automotive, drive systems or where price, size and speed matter

The RAZC range of Hall effect based current sensors are ideally suited for DC and complex AC current measurement. The compact size and light weight allows for direct placement on PCB connectors or where space is of a premium.The RAZC series of current sensors, with a measurement range of 250A are available with a customized calibrated transfer function or as a standard version that makes use of...

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The right choice whether in Europe, the USA, Canada, or Japan

PEWATRON has launched Mean Well’s new HVG(C)-65 family of 65W power supplies designed for LED lighting applications. With an input range of 180 VAC to 528 VAC, the HVG(C)-65 series is suited for general 230 VAC main input as well as 277/347/440/480 VAC input in the USA, Canada, and Japan. The HVG-65 series focuses on low-voltage output models (54 VDC maximum) while the HVGC-65 series offers...

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Fujikura has released its new digital A4 series of gauge pressure sensors for high volume production. The A series is compatible in footprint and pin configuration with the highly successful F and X series, but with higher total accuracy (+/-1.5%) and a wider compensated temperature range (0-85°C).The digital A4 series is a two-chip system consisting of a sensor chip and an ASIC...

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Universal inclination sensor with IP69K for hydraulic platforms, lift arms, solar systems

The PST20 is a universal application inclination sensor with a +/-0.07° degree of accuracy and very low interference at an attractive price.The high degree of IP69K protection makes it the ideal candidate for outdoor applications in solar systems, mobile machines, cranes or lift arms. Its measurement range can be set between ± 5° and 360°.The sensor comes with a selection of interfaces: analogue...

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Versatile high quality split type AC current sensors

The SWL series of AC current sensors are ideally suitable for current measurement and power monitoring of terminal feeder or for local ‘smart’ power metering . The high quality split type AC current sensor can be easily added to almost any existing installation without any difficulty. The sensor has M3 output terminals with an integrated wire stopper to ensure safe and quick installation in the...

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with analog/digital output for water and aggressive media applications.

The PSD18-410 pressure sensor series is optimally suited for industrial applications such as vacuum technology, pneumatics and hydraulics. These are applications where water and aggressive media must be measured at low pressures (< 200 mbar) or at higher pressures up to 7 bar. The compact PSD18-410 is an oil-filled stainless steel sensor having a diameter of only 18 mm, and is thus very well...

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Makes control of up to 80 LED power supplies possible

The DALI signal converter DAP-04 is equipped with both DALI dimming and push-dim functions. When connected to the external DALI controller, it converts the DALI signal transmitted from the controller to PWM signal. Each output channel of DAP-04 can be connected with up to 20 units. Each channel has an independent DALI address and can be controlled separately, which fulfils the demands of...

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DALI makes control of up to 80 units on LED fixtures possible

The DALI signal converter DAP-04 is equipped with both DALI dimming and push-dim functions. When connected to the external DALI controller, it converts the DALI signal transmitted from the controller to PWM signal. Each output channel of DAP-04 can be connected with up to 20 units. Each channel has an independent DALI address and can be controlled separately, which fulfils the demands of...

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Now with 4 times the resolution: 2000 to 5000 cycles per revolution

US Digital’s new EM2 encoder module offers now 2 or 4 times higher resolution than the well-known EM1 module. It is used to detect the rotary position when used together with code wheels DISK-1 or HUBDISK-1, both with 1 inch diameter. The EM2 consists of a lensed LED source and a monolithic detector IC enclosed in a small polymer package. The EM2 uses phased array detector technology to provide...

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When efficiency and quiet operation are of the essence

With a height of just 30 mm (1U), the RSP-75 series from Mean Well is extremely compact. Employing convection cooling without a fan and boasting extremely high efficiency, the devices are ideally suited to systems that require cost-optimised, energy-saving, quiet and compact power supplies. From universal voltage input 85...264 VAC with power factor correction (PFC), the devices supply single...

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How many current sensors do you think Pewatron offers?

Take a wild guess. How many current sensors do you think Pewatron offers? 100, 200, 400, or even 800? You win 100 points if you guessed 800. Our Web site lists all our current sensors in a clear format. Broken down by models for alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC), with an extensive data sheet for each and every one. Despite the massive selection, it's quick and easy to find the...

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They are at the heart of every medical apparatus: medical switching power supplies.

PEWATRON carries a wide range of these products and boasts a quarter of a century of experience in their use. Medical switching power supplies breathe life into dialysis machines, breathing air conditioners and dental, laboratory and therapeutic devices. PEWATRON supplies 50 different types especially suited for medical applications. Our power supply specialists know which one should be used in...

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Compact, energy-saving power supplies for medical applications

PEWATRON has launched the Mean Well MSP-100 series in response to the demand for reliable power supplies for medical equipment. The 100W AC/DC switching power supplies meet international medical equipment safety standards (MOOP) as well as class B EMC requirements. Thanks to the low leakage current (<=300µA), the extremely low no-load consumption (< 0.5W) and the low 1U height (38mm), these models...

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optimized quality to cost ratio

Especially suitable for end users who require energy-saving, no noise, small size for installation in limited space, as well as an optimized quality to cost ratio  PEWATRON extends the RSP family of Mean Well with the new generation of 150 W AC/DC low profile single output enclosed type switching power supplies. Compared to the preceding models the height of the RSP-150 series has been reduced by...

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With SSI or parallel interface for general use

PEWATRON introduces the EPM50 low cost multiturn encoder which is a robust IP64 encoder in a 50 mm housing for general use, featuring 13-bit multiturn and 10-bit singleturn accuracy. For zero adjustment, the encoder has 2 separate reset inputs for singleturn and for multiturn data. Direction can be set as CW or CCW as well. In case of power loss, the encoder is able to retrieve the multiturn count...

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For water or aggressive media

The PSD18-410 series is optimally suited for applications where water or even aggressive media must be measured at low pressures starting at 0 - 100 mbar or at pressures up to 7 bar.The PSD18-410 is an oil-filled stainless steel sensor. With a diameter of just 18 mm, it is very compact and is especially useful in areas where precise measurements are required even when space is very limited. The...

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Captivates with it's reliability and resistance to shock and vibration.

The EH80PF hollow shaft accepts shaft sizes from 30 to 44 mm and custom bores are available. Keyed shaft, setscrew, and special clamping ring are offered as shaft mounting options. The encoder offers standard resolutions including 720, 1000, 1024, 1440 CPR that cover the majority of geared traction drive feedback requirements. Other resolutions are available upon request.When designing the EH80PF...

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For medical and industrial applications

PEWATRON has launched two new compact MEAN WELL 300 W high power density (14.5 W/in3) series. The RPS-300 series complies with international medical safety regulations (MOPP level) and characterized by its low leakage current (<=300 µA at 264 VAC) that is suitable for “patient contact” equipments; while EPP-300 series, the industrial level PCB power, is suitable to use in the IT systems and...

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Withe free eligible output current and dimming function

PEWATRON introduces Mean  Well’s LCM-40W/60W multiple-stage output current LED power supply series  With “constant current output” design, the output current level can be flexibly selected by the DIP switch. The basic models, LCM-40 and LCM-60, are designed with “2-in-1” dimming function (0…10Vdc and PWM signal), while the digital control models, LCM-40DA and LCM-60DA, have a DALI interface and a...

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Thanks to reflective technology

The new lost-cost PS28A and PS40A rotary encoders have a compact design thanks to optical reflective technology. Just 28mm in diameter for the PS28A and 40mm for the PS40A, these rotary encoders can also be used in space-critical situations. Both models have push-pull signals (line drivers).  They are optionally available with continuous hollow shafts. The PS28A can be used in applications with...

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Broad range & low power for inertial systems

Silicon Sensing’s new Gemini family provides excellent bias repeatability in a hermetically sealed LCC package for outstanding temperature and humidity resistance as well as full environmental protection.  The performance is achieved by a pair of orthogonal sprung masses which provide the moving plate of a variable capacitor, formed by an array of interlaced fingers. Both Analog and digital SPI...

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With a linearised output signal – proven a million times over

The smallest pressure sensor from Fujikura has “dream dimensions” of 7 x 7 x 6.5 mm, is named the FGM (XFGM for the amplified version) and can be delivered with a measuring range of 0 - 140 mbar up to 10 bar in various subranges. The least expensive FGM model has a Wheatstone bridge which delivers a non-compensated output signal of approximately 100 mV when fed with a constant current of 1.5 mA....

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For extremely low measurement ranges

This new capacitive pressure sensor handles measurements in the range of 0 - 60 mbar and can be trimmed electronically to 0 - 12 mbar. In addition to this measurement range, it is also possible to make corrections to account for effects arising during assembly by means of an integrated interface. Parameterisation is accomplished with a Windows-compatible, menu-driven kit. The largest range –...

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PEWATRON introduces Orion, Silicon Sensing’s new family of integrated MEMS high performance Inertial Combi-Sensors, featuring class leading shock and vibration immunity at a fraction of the power consumption and significantly lower cost than previous generation sensors.

Orion offers single axis angular rate and dual axis linear acceleration measurement comprising two discrete MEMS sensing devices with a dedicated control ASIC in a small ceramic LCC surface mount package. Developed specifically to satisfy the high performance safety critical demands of the automotive domain Orion applications include: Electronic Stability Control, Roll Detection, Vehicle Dynamics...

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With additional 360° Sin/Cos for initial position detection

PEWATRON announces ELTRA’s new ES53 sinusoidal encoder. It detects position information by providing a pair of quadrature sine and cosine signals as the shaft is rotated. The optically generated signals produce 2,048 cycles per mechanical revolution. For noise immunity the signals are transmitted differentially from the encoder to the sensor interface electronic. After Power-up, the initial...

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High protection class for marine and textile industry

Pewatron announces ELTRA’s new EMI family of contactless incremental encoders. Using an external magnet, this encoder is perfectly suited for applications where a high level of dust or water protection is needed. The encoder is available in a small 22 mm housing (EMI22) as well as in a standard industrial 55 mm housing (EMI55). Main characteristics: High temperature range -40 °C up to +125 °CIP6...

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With SPI and I2C bus interface

The MS4525HRD is a new generation of high resolution digital pressure sensors from MEAS with SPI and I2C bus interface. The sensor module includes a high linearity pressure sensor and an ultra low power 24-bit ?? ADC with internal factory calibrated coefficients. It provides a precise digital 24-bit pressure and temperature value and different operation modes that allow the user to optimize for...

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Magnetoresistive highly accurate with 13-bit resolution

PEWATRON launches the KMA36 universal magnetic encoder from Measurement Specialties. It seamlessly combines a magnetoresistive sensor array with an analog-to-digital converter and a signal processor in a compact TSSOP package. Using an Anisotropic Magneto Resistive (AMR) technology, the contactless sensor measures the incremental positions along a 5 mm linear magnetic pole strip and magnetic...

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We'll find the right solution for your application.

Thanks to our extensive line of rotary encoders, PEWATRON has an outstanding position in this market. We've provided our customers with rotary encoders and linear incremental systems for 25 years. Thanks to many years of collaboration with our suppliers and our technical knowledge, we can find the right solution for your application.  Our portfolio includes optical and magnetic rotary encoders...

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Due to their very simple installation on the motor shaft, small dimensions and numerous variants in a plug-and-play modular system, kit-encoders are ideally suited for a variety of application for which information is needed about speed of rotation or position. One example is the regulation of stepper or BLDC motors for accurate positioning in banknote scanners, textile machines, laboratory...

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960W Ultra slim high performance DIN rail power supply

PEWATRON has launched the new SDR-960 DIN rail power supply by Mean Well. At 960 W, it is the most powerful AC/DC power supply in the SDR series. It features a slim width design (110 mm), 94 % efficiency and free air convection cooling. These units not only help save precious space on the rail, but are also highly reliable and meet the demands of energy-saving power supplies. With a built-in...

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Seit 25 Jahren beliefert PEWATRON den europäischen Markt

With this passing October we could reflect with pride on 25 years of PEWATRON supplying Sensors, Power supplies and Electronic components to the European market. What started off as a small family owned and operated business is now a specialised leader in its field. While the company has grown strongly both in terms of the markets served and the breadth of products it has not been done at the...

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For harsh conditions with 0,01 mm resolution

ELTRA’s new ETMA magnetic tape encoder was developed for harsh industrial environments, and is resistive to dust or humidity. Designed to be used with long cables, the outputs are either push-pull or line driver.  The ETMA sensor is available with 0,025 or 0;01 mm resolution. An optional zero pulse every 2 or 5 mm facilitates measurement on long ranges. For outdoor applications, a magnet scale...

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with automatic zeroing

There are two new versions of the differential pressure gauge P2 display, a competitively priced 990M version with manual zeroing or a more technically advanced version, the 990A, with automatic zeroing. These pressure gauges have a digital pressure display and dimensions of 143 x 96 x 48 mm, which ensures that they can be very easily fitted in a standard, DIN IEC 61554-compliant, control panel...

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High vibration resistant for motor shaft up to 35mm

PEWATRON announces ELTRA’s new ETMR magnetic Encoder.This contactless encoder has been developed for applications requiring  a heavy duty IP67 encoder with high vibration resistance, offering a resolution up to 4096 Pulses per revolution.Only 11mm radial diameter makes it perfectly suitable where space is critical and motor shafts up to 35mm diameter are used. A tolerance ring facilitates the...

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New partnership with ELTRA

PEWATRON, a leading distributor of Sensors, Power Supplies and E-Components, announces its new partnership with ELTRA, a leading developer and manufacturer of innovative encoders. ELTRA’s rotative and linear encoders are used in a wide variety of markets including: automation and manufacturing industries, textile and ceramic machinery, motor manufactures, graphics, robotics/material handling,...

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Without batteries - based on Wiegand effect

PEWATRON introduces ELTRA’s new multiturn encoder EAM36 with SSI interface. Wherever drives need compact and cost effective feedback systems, or in applications demanding particularly compact size, or customer specific applications fields, the EAM36 series represents an excellent choice with its robustness, high resolution (51 bit in total), small size (only 36 mm of OD and 43 mm of length),...

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with low power consumption

Fujikura is renowned as a supplier of high-quality pressure sensors. The popular X-series is now supplemented by the AG2 and AP2 series featuring high-precision sensors. The sensors provide a high degree of flexibility in terms of supply voltage as well as an excellent measuring accuracy of 1.5% FS (0…85°C). Together with the 5 VDC variant, the new series can also now be ordered with 3 or 3.3 VDC...

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Professional advice and fast supplies

Sensors from Fujikura, Hyb and Measurement Specialities For over 25 years, PEWATRON has been a pressure sensor specialist for a range of applications. In collaboration with various globally leading suppliers such as Fujikura, Hyb and Measurement Specialities, we are able to meet all requirements and to offer you the right custom-made solution or to develop it with you. Sensors which are soldered...

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Newer, smaller and more cost-effective

The new stainless steel sensors from Measurement Specialities are ideal for measuring pressures from 0…350 mbar to 35 bar. Their compactness and attractive prices are sure to impress. Model 85 (weldable) and model 86 (O-ring fitting) offer reliable precision in the compensated range of 0…50°C with a non-linearity of ±0.1 %. All gases compatible with stainless steel 316L are suitable as a medium....

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Detecting refrigerants safely with infrared measurement technology

The sensor module is not much larger than a matchbox and can thus be integrated in a wide range of applications very easily. Depending on the model, it is available with a variety of standard interfaces (4...20 mA, 0..2.5 V, RS485, UART). It is suitable for monitoring ambient air in cold storage areas and for leakage detection systems in cooling systems. Gas sensors based on infrared absorption...

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Highly Reliable Medical Enclosed Type Series with 89% Efficiency

PEWATRON introduces the MEAN WELL 300 W AC/DC medical enclosed type power supply - MSP-300 series, in response to the demands of high reliability power supply for the medical market. The enclosed type series complies with international medical safety regulations (MOOP level) and is characterized by its low leakage current (<300 uA at 264 VAC) that is suitable for “non-patient contact” equipments....

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For robotics and medical technology, from PEWATRON

With the new Nemicon Ultra Miniature Rotary Encoder from the 7S series with only a 7.2 mm diameter, PEWATRON is offering one of the smallest rotary encoders in the world.High performance at competitive prices make this encoder the first choice for a wide spectrum of applications. It is particularly suitable for narrow spaces where precise and rapid angular movements of up to 6,000 rotations/minute...

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First module deliverable on a euroboard

The PEWATRON Carbonoxy is the first CO2/O2 module to be available on a euroboard. The NDIR measurement principle is used for CO2, and the zirconia measurement principle is used for O2, which is known for the excellent durability of the sensor. Measurement ranges are available from 0...10/15/30% for the CO2 module, and from 0...25/95% for the O2 module, with a degree of precision of ±2% full scale...

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For brushless DC motors

up to 8 poles, temperature 105 °C, A/B/Z differential outputs PEWATRON introduces US Digital's latest in motion control solution: the EC35 commutation encoder. The modular EC35 commutation encoder will be a direct replacement for common size 35 brushless DC (BLDC) motor encoders presently on the market. The optical encoder integrates channel-A, -B and -Z for positional feedback with channel-U,...

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Now Available with Differential Output

The US Digital miniature E4P optical kit encoder and the S4 optical shaft encoder are now available with differential output option. Differential encoder outputs are recommended for cable runs over a few meters in length and also provide maximum electrical noise immunity for applications subjected to electromagnetic interference. The E4P is the hollow bore version for shaft diameters 1.5 to 6 mm....

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Energy-efficient series HRPG-300 switching power supplies by Mean Well

Particularly environmentally friendly as the result of low no-load current consumption and high efficiency The highly efficient HRPG-300 series of switching power supplies by Mean Well is following the global trend towards energy saving. These switching power supplies achieve an efficiency of up to 89 % and have a no-load power of under 0.5  W, thus complying with the energy requirements of the...

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FCX-ML

Oxygen can be measured with the aid of various physical processes. The Fujikura oxygen sensor is a zirconium dioxide solid electrolyte sensor which employs the current limitation principle. In contrast to conventional solid electrolyte sensors, no reference gas is required. This advantage makes it possible to measure oxygen concentration simply and economically. Measurement ranges of 0…25 and 95%...

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LPF-D series with three-in-one dimming function

Ideal for energy-saving lighting systems in harsh environments  The key features of these high-performance 16-90 W, plastic-encased LED power supplies with PFC and optional "three- in-one" dimming function are the high power conversion efficiency, high reliability, and energy-saving design. The "three-in-one dimming function" offers system designers great flexibility in the design of lighting...

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With a precision of 1%

The HPSD 3000 is an OEM pressure sensor. Each individual sensor is calibrated, temperature-compensated and amplified using the programmable ASIC. The precision of 1 % over the whole temperature range from 0...70° C, the 5 V supply, the ratiometric output signal of 0.5...4.5 VDC, and the digital I2C interface make possible a great number of applications where measurements of dry, non-corrosive...

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For water and aggressive media applications.

The PSD18-410 pressure sensor series is optimally suited for industrial applications such as vacuum technology, pneumatics and hydraulics. These are applications where water and aggressive media must be measured at low pressures (< 200 mbar) or at higher pressures up to 7 bar. The compact PSD18-410 is an oil-filled stainless steel sensor having a diameter of only 18 mm, and is thus very well...

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MIS-3600 for medical and air-conditioning

The digital pressure sensor MIS-3600 An intelligent pressure sensor for medical and air-conditioning systems The MIS-3600 differential pressure sensor is an intelligent piezoresistive pressure sensor with an integrated ASIC. The signal-conditioned ASIC contains a 16-bit AD converter with integrated 512-bit OTP memory. The sensor is calibrated and temperature-compensated in our factory, and all...

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low-maintenance oxygen measurements

FCX-MCxx-CH for low-maintenance oxygen measurementsA durable long-lasting sensor that can be used without having to be constantly recalibrated Measurement of oxygen in the air can be done by various physical processes. The modules presented here are zirconica solid electrolyte sensors working on the current-limiting principle. Unlike conventional solid electrolyte sensors, these sensors do not...

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The compact data logger PEWALog measures and stores up 4 different values at the same time.

For the time being there are three different models available.The PEWALog-4A provides ports for 4 external 3- or 4-wire sensors with a signal of 4...20 mA, the PEWALog-5V for signals of 0...5 VDC, as well as the PEWALog-3V for sensors with an output signal of 0...3 VDC with a resolution of 12 bit to attach. As standard all data loggers are equipped with an internal absolute pressure sensor. The...

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The LED power supplies of the HLG series by Mean Well Ltd. can be used in a rated performance range of 80~320 W. With input voltages of 90~305 VAC they provide direct current voltages of 12~54 V. They are fitted with an aluminium case and are sealed throughout with a heat-optimised compound. In this manner the protection category IP65 or IP67 regarding water-tightness and dust-protection is...

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For highest temperature, shock and vibration requirements

For highest temperature, shock and vibration requirements This compact low noise, angular rate sensor offers outstanding stability over temperature and time. Additional outputs enable the gyro’s temperature and resonant frequency to be used for accurate temperature compensation. PEWATRON is introducing the high performance angular rate sensor CRS09, which was developed by Silicon Sensing...

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