Tape Extension Sensor for cost-sensitive applications

Automated Control and ASM launch the new WB61 Tape Extension Sensor that provides up to 4000mm measuring length in a compact, industrial housing. ASM Tape Extension Sensors have been designed to operate in harsh conditions, making them a perfect choice for installation on cranes, excavators, forklifts and access platforms.

Due to the design of the sensor and the inherent strength of the stainless steel tape, the WB61 range of sensors can be found in environments and upon applications where other traditional pull-wire sensors struggle to survive. The durability of the extension tape allows for the reliable use of directional changing pulleys and also within applications where icing may occur. These features make the sensor ideal for safety critical control functions within the mobile equipment market.

• Housing manufactured from composite and stainless steel components
• Rugged sensor that meets the sealing level of IP67/69K
• Choice of three analogue and three digital outputs (SSI, CANopen or CAN J1939)
• Linearity of +/- 0.10% with the option of redundant outputs

Automated Control 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. Automated Control prides itself on being able to supply the client with an exclusive range of products from major international suppliers which includes AMCI, STS, Weber, Pepperl + Fuchs, West Instruments, ASM, Hiquel, Kiepe, Hengstler, Conductix-Wampfler, Monitouch, Rittmeyer, Pulsar and FEAS.

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WB100M: Robust tape extension position sensor

Automated Control and ASM introduce the new WB100M tape extension position sensor. The WB100M has been designed to measure reliably under extreme offshore conditions. It is highly resistant to shock and operational to IP68/69K in sea water.

The WB100M series of sensors exceeds all expectations when used in areas of difficult access and pulley wheels are used to change the direction of the tape route. On conventional draw wire sensors the use of these pulleys can considerably reduce the life of the draw wire. But with the WB100M, the stainless steel measurement tape will have at least double the life compared to that of a measurement cable under identical operating conditions.

Developed primarily for offshore oil drilling rigs and outdoor applications, the WB100M is well suited to wet, harsh applications often found in dock sites such as cranes and ramp positions or even sluice gates found on inland waterway systems.

The fully encapsulated electronics ensure that no moisture can penetrate the critical areas where as water is allowed to freely flow through the mechanical areas with no effect due to the use of materials specifically selected to work well in a salt water environment.

• Available in measuring lengths from 2000mm up to 10000mm
• A wide range of analog or digital outputs including CAN SAE J1939
• Linearity is rated up to +/- 0.05% full scale
• IP68/69K enclosure ratings
• Measuring tape principle ensures long operating life
• Shock resistant

Automated Control 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. Automated Control prides itself on being able to supply the client with an exclusive range of products from major international suppliers which includes AMCI, STS, Weber, Pepperl + Fuchs, West Instruments, ASM, Hiquel, Kiepe, Hengstler, Conductix-Wampfler, Monitouch, Rittmeyer, Pulsar and FEAS.

For more information about the ASM WB100M robust tape extension position sensor please contact Automated Control by email or via the Automated Control website.

ASM WB25 tape extension position sensor

Automated Control and ASM have expanded the range of tape extension position sensors, with the introduction of the WB25 series.

The WB25’s highly flexible measurement tape is constructed out of a high grade stainless steel material that is 10 mm wide with only a 0.08 mm thickness. Due to its very smooth surface, the risk of icing is reduced. An integral tape dust wiper automatically cleans the tape as it is being retracted into the housing.

The angular sensing element consists of a magnetic encoder which translates the linear motion into an electrical signal. This extremely reliable magnetic encoder is highly shock and vibration resistant. This allows it to function under demanding environmental conditions. The rugged construction of the WB25 series provides for a long-life even under harsh operating conditions such as those found in off-highway vehicles and construction equipment. The space saving stainless tape design provides a small housing foot print with long measurement ranges

• Standard IP64 enclosure rating (optional IP67 available)
• Analog outputs: 0.5-10V, 0.5-4.5 and 4-20 mA
• Digital outputs: CANopen, CAN SAE J1939 and SSI protocols
• Linearity: +/- 0.05%
• Measurement ranges: 12m, 15m, 20m and 25m
• Compact housing        

Automated Control 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, Pepperl + Fuchs, West Instruments, ASM, Hiquel, Kiepe, Hengstler, Conductix-Wampfler, Monitouch, Rittmeyer, Pulsar and FEAS.

For more information about the ASM tape extension position sensors WB25 series please contact Automated Control by email or via the Automated Control website.