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Opkon MST is a mobile hydraulic cylinder based on non-Contact magnetostrictive technology featuring digital outputs such as CANopen, EtherCAT and ProfiBUS.
Opkon ERTK offers the reliability of Opkons RTK sensor with a traditional voltage or 4-20mA current output
Opkon ELPC offers the reliability of Opkons LPC sensor with a traditional voltage or 4-20mA current output
Opkon ELSC offers the reliability of Opkons LSC sensor with a traditional voltage or 4-20mA current output
Opkon LPS potentiometers combine the reliable sensing of Opkons larger sensors in a more compact, short stroke offering.
For thirty years Opkon potentiometers have offered an economic and reliable sensor option to control engineers. With a simple ratiometric output, Opkon potentiometers can easily be integrated into existing applications and OEM projects alike. Alternative to Novotechnik TEX ‘rod type’ and Gefran PA1 series sensors.
Opkon SLPC potentiometers are easy to install and have long lifetimes thanks to the rodeye ends. They are an alternative to Novotechnik TEX and TX2 as well as Gefran PZ34A series sensors.
Opkon SLPS combines the benefits of the SLPT with a spring return, making for easy installation for strokes up to 100mm. Alternative to Novotechnik TEX with spring return.
Opkon MPS linear scales are commonly found in press brakes and other applications. As an alternative for Givi Misure GVS 215 and Heidenhain LC400, LS400 and LF485 series sensors, the MPS combines high accuracy, resolution and reliability in an affordable package.
MLC magnetic linear incremenal encoders are designed for roll-bending machinery and other demanding applications.
Ideall for industrial automation and OEM’s alike, Opkon’s DRTL combines the value and reliability of the RTL potentiometer with a variety of common industrial communication protocols.
Ideal for industrial automation and OEM’s alike, Opkon’s DRTL combines the value and reliability of the RTL potentiometer with a variety of common industrial communication protocols.
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I thought rotary encoders used optical discs, but now I’m finding other options such as magnetic, capacitive and inductive. How do I determine which is right for my application?
Each sensor technology has its own strengths and weaknesses and within each technology there is a broad range of options. For example, some optical encoders cost $20 and others cost $10,000. The chart below is a very generalized overview of how the different technologies stack against one another and it should be noted that exceptions do exist.
For further reading see our blog post ‘Encoder Technology Overview’.
For more information on the right sensor for your specific application please feel free to reach out to Everight Position:
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Incremental Encoders
Incremental devices provide position change information only, so the actual position (0-360°) is unknown at startup. A once-per-rev index/marker signal defines the zero position or null of the device. It can be detected during a homing routine if needed.
Incremental sensors are typically small, accurate and cost-effective. They provide essentially instantaneous position information with minimal latency.
Absolute Encoders
Absolute devices provide the actual physical position within one revolution. Homing elimination is a major advantage as this process takes time and isn’t always possible depending on the physical limits of the application.
Absolute sensors are usually bigger and more expensive than incremental devices. Data processing of multiple tracks and serial transmission can increase the latency of position reading. Absolute sensors are available in a wide variety of interfaces including analog (voltage, current), SSI, BiSS, CANopen, J1939 and many Ethernet based protocols.
Absolute Multi-Turn
Rotary, multi-turn devices provide actual position over multiple revolutions. Homing can be eliminated. Multi-turn devices incorporate internal gearing, a battery backup or a self-generated pulse counter such as a Weigand Wire.
While Positek sensors are manufactured to never need to be calibrated, we do understand that sometimes it can be necessary to confirm the sensors functionality and linearity.
Full instructions can be viewed here: https://www.positek.com/contentfiles/files/Linear_Calibration_Instructions.pdf
Note, you will need a sensor where the ‘trim pots’ are accessible to make this adjustment.
If it is a Gill liquid level sensor, yes you can. Some lower-end capacitive sensors rely on the tank housing to complete the circuit necessary to measure the liquid level, however Gill liquid level sensors are fully enclosed, and thus can be used in tanks made of any material. Gill sensors can even be mounted at an angle or upside down with no loss of performance.
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