IPL Linear Position Sensor

IPL Linear Position Sensor The IPL Linear Position Sensor from Variohm is field proven and IP65 rated. It comes comes installed inside a durable anodised aluminium frame with activation provided by a plastic wiper mechanism. It is capable of operation in harsh environments with a temperature range for the assembly is -40 […]

IPL Linear Position Sensor

The IPL Linear Position Sensor from Variohm is field proven and IP65 rated. It comes comes installed inside a durable anodised aluminium frame with activation provided by a plastic wiper mechanism.

It is capable of operation in harsh environments with a temperature range for the assembly is -40 to +85ºC with humidity at 95% RH.

Some of the features of the IPL Linear Position Sensor are;
• High Life Cycle
• High Temperature Capability
• IP65 Dust Proof, Water Proof (Intense Spray)
• Compact design

Specifications

Mechanical
Typical Life Cycle (membrane element) >10 million
Actuation force 3.0 N average
Environmental
Operating temperature -40°C to +85°C
Humidity No affect @ 95% RH, 24hrs 60°C
IP rating of active area IP65
Electrical
Resistance – Standard 10 kΩ (lengths >300 = 20 kΩ)
Resistance – Custom 5kΩ to 100 kΩ
Resistance Tolerance ±20%
Effective Electrical Travel 12.5 to 1200 mm
Linearity (Independent) ±3% (±1% on request)
Repeatability +/- 0.5 mm
Power Rating (depending on size, varies with length and temperature) 1 Watt max. @ 25°C, 0.5 Watt recommended
Resolution Analog output theoretically infinite; affected by variation of contact wiper surface area.
Dielectric Value No affect @ 500VAC for 1 minute