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Miniature sensor for very low force measurement applications I


n response to the increasing miniaturisation of consumer, industrial and business products Kistler Instruments developed a range of very small force sensors to meet the needs of both machine builders and manufacturers of small devices. Not only is this family of miniature sensors physically small, being very sensitive, they accurately respond to extremely low levels of force.


High contrast graphic display SPI / I²C interface + touch- screen option


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MS Electronics Ltd has available a new series of OLED displays. These OLED displays offer excellent


readability with high contrast and very wide viewing angle. Another unique feature is the very fast response time with temperature range from -40°C to +80°C. The EA OLEDL128- 6 displays are


available in six versions. The standard


version is EA OLED128-6LGA. Available in G (Yellow), B (Blue), W (White) and R (Red). The EA OLED128-6GGA has a special scratch, shock, and UV protective front glass. The EA OLED128-6NGA is supplied without polarizer, providing even greater brightness. This version is ideally used behind smoked glass. The module size is 67.8 x 47.9 mm with view area 64 x 37 mm. Interface is SPI and I2C with integrated SSD1309 controller. The connecting pins on the displays are a 2.54mm (0.1 in) pitch. Display can be soldered directly into the PCB or plugged into a socket. An analogue resistive touch-screen is available.


MMS Electronics Ltd  01943.877668  www.mmselectronics.co.uk


Typical of this family is the Kistler Type 9217, a miniature, high precision, low force piezoelectric force sensor which is especially suited to testing delicate, miniature components without the risk of damage. Being only 46 mm long and 10 mm diameter, the new sensor may be used individually where space is at a premium or assembled into a matrix formation to test multiple components simultaneously after assembly.


A detailed data sheet is available at http://tinyurl.com/kistler-type-9217a


Kistler Instruments Limited  01256 741550  www.kistler.com


Condition-based maintenance made easy C


ost effective sensors and systems from ifm electronic are simple to use Vibration level can always indicate the health of a system, so a


simple way of keeping an eye on the vibration is a boon to any operator. Plant operators can choose the right level of protection with sensors and systems from ifm electronic Ltd. The VKV or VTV vibration monitors are entry-level devices for detecting


vibration increases caused by faults such as general imbalance, looseness or misalignment. At the other end of the scale, the VSE system provides an online 4-channel system, featuring multiple modes and analysis. It connects to Ethernet/ SCADA (with free software) and will monitor rolling element bearings, gear mesh or defects, pump cavitation and more. In between, ifm offers the VNB series of self-contained vibration monitoring units with three-colour display as well as multiple features. Planning maintenance based on the real condition of assets give the plant operator better control and delivers greater efficiency.


ifm electronic Ltd


Tool identification using Balluff Industrial RFID increases production efficiency


system to the machine tool. The solution's handling and functional principle could not be easier: At the tool presetter,


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each tool is measured and its data, such as diameter and radius, are written on the data carrier on the tool shank. The user brings the tool to the machine, places it in the tool holder and presses a key. The system then emulates the key input and automatically reads the data with the Balluff Tool-ID through the keyboard interface to the machine controller. Manual, error-prone entry is therefore, eliminated. This means that even existing machines can be modernised and upgraded with a cost-effective tool ID solution.


Balluff  +49 7158 5010  www.balluff.com


reliability and lifespan is now available in the UK. The ABB AbilityTM Smart Sensor for motors is a pocket-sized


Smart sensor for low voltage motors arrives in the UK A


device that cost efficiently monitors the condition of low voltage (LV) motors to increase their performance, efficiency,


device that is retrofitted to the frame of LV induction motors. Installation of the sensor module is made easy as no additional wiring is required. The sensors are available not only for motors made by ABB but also for non-ABB motors. The device picks up data on vibration, temperature and other


parameters. On-board algorithms, based on ABB’s decades of motor expertise, interpret these parameters and relays information about the motor’s health, via a smartphone and over the internet, to a secure, cloud-based server. By providing meaningful information on motor condition and performance, the service will enable users to plan their maintenance according to actual needs.


ABB  01925 741111  www.abb.com CONNECTINGINDUSTRY.COM/INSTRUMENTATION


ll that is required is a USB port on the machine tool and a presetter. The data is written via RFID technology from the presetter to the tool and then passed on through the Easy Tool-ID


EFFICIENT NEW LOAD CELL FROM HBM


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ow available from HBM a market leader in the field of test and measurement is the new U3 load cell, specifically designed for tensile and compressive forces. Designed to address the problem of lateral forces,


which if great enough, can damage or even destroy a force transducer, which can subsequently cause a drop in production, the U3 is capable of absorbing up to 100% of rated forces in the form of lateral force, without losing its measurement capability, or sustaining mechanical damage Featuring a double-sided flange connection, which


allows the sensor to be mounted quickly and easily, in order to minimise downtime, the U3 is suitable for use in a range of applications in production and monitoring. With capacities ranging from 0.5 kN to 100 kN, the U3 is


an extremely robust load cell which is housed in stainless steel casing, corrosive resistant and is IP65 protection rated.


HBM  0208 515 6000  www.hbm.com


INSTRUMENTATION | SEPTEMBER 2017 39  020 82132234  www.ifm.com/uk


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