New MEMS-based Inclinometer with Linear Output

Automated Control Engineering Group (A.C.E.) and ASM announces the PTAM27L series, a new inclinometer based upon MEMS technology for single and dual axis tilt angle measurement. The compact, flat housing was designed for applications where space is critical. For single axis versions, the measurement ranges span from +/-15° to +/- 180°, in increments of 15°. For dual axis versions, the measurement ranges span from +/-15° to +/- 60°, in increments of 15°.

The PTAM27L series is an extension of the POSITILT® family of MEMS based inclinometers. This wear-free sensing technology offers high resolution and is shock resistant. The housing is rated IP64 and with a height of only 10mm, the PTAM27L can be easily installed into the tightest locations.

Several analog outputs with the corresponding excitation voltages are available:

• U2L = 0.5…10 V with 18…36 VDC
• U6L = 0.5…4.5 V with 5 V DC ±5% (ratiometric)
• U8L = 0.5…4.5 V with 10…36 VDC
• I1L = 4…20 mA with 18…36 VDC

The PTAM27L offers 0.1° resolution, +/-1° linearity and +/- 100 x 10-6/ C° temperature stability. The operating temperature range is 0 to 60 C° full scale.

Automated Control Engineering Group Pty Ltd (A.C.E.) specialises in the national supply of process and automation control equipment to a diverse range of industries that encompass the water, industrial, food, mining and petrochemical markets. A.C.E. prides itself on being able to supply the client with an exclusive range of products from major international suppliers that include AMCi, STS, Weber, Vacon, West Instruments, ASM, Hiquel, Kiepe, Hengstler, Conductix-Wampfler, Monitouch, Hawk, TransTech, FEAS and Pepperl + Fuchs.

For more information please contact A.C.E. or visit the A.C.E. website.

ACE INTRODUCE THE WORLDS THINNEST MAGNETOSTRICTIVE SENSOR FROM ASM

Automated Control Engineering (ACE) and ASM launch the new PCFP25 series of slim line Magnetostrictive sensors to compliment the existing “POSICHRON®” range. The PCFP25 is a slim, non-contact linear position sensor using Magnetostrictive sensing technology which has been specifically designed for harsh applications with limited space. With a profile of only 8mm x 28mm it can fit into areas that were previously inaccessible.

The PCFP25 is an industrial grade sensor which has been designed to be maintenance free due to the non-contact Magnetostrictive sensing technology which is also highly resistant to shocks and vibration. Due to the very small profile of the sensors they can also be used for safety critical applications where two PCFP25 units can be mounted together, either vertically or horizontally to provide two totally independent redundant outputs.

POSICHRON® represents a complete family of non-contact linear position sensors and the addition of the new PCFP25 extends the application ranges to areas with limited access or that are safety critical. This series of sensors offer a range of absolute analogue outputs of 0-10VDC and 4-20mA as well as CAN-bus versions and can be supplied in stroke lengths from 100mm to 5500mm in increments of 10mm.


For more information about the PCFP25 or other products supplied by ACE please contact the ACE staff on sales@aceg.com.au or visit the Automated Control Engineering Website.

AMS Products Distributed Nationally by ACE

Automated Control Engineering are the exclusive national distributors of ASM products in Australia. These popular products are used in a variety of industries including the Mining industry, Grain industry, Shipping and Waters Industries.

ASM develop and manufacture mechatronic position sensors for use industrial applications - linear and angle measurement. Due to their wealth of experience developed over several decades, ASM have set industry standards and have attained a leading role in the field of position measurement.

ASM solutions/ products for position measurement cover three principles
• Cable Activated: WS Position Sensors
• Magnetostrictive: POSICHRON® Position Sensors
• Magnetic scale: POSIMAG® Position Sensors

For more information on ASM and their products contact our staff at ACE sales@aceg.com.au or visit our website.