Category
page 1Position sensors
rotary encoder
device that converts the angular position (motion) to an analog or digital code
proximity sensor
sensor able to detect the presence of nearby objects without any physical contact
Hall effect sensor
devices that measure magnetic field strength; used to detect the Hall effect
inductive sensor
device which uses electromagnetic induction to sense objects
linear variable differential transformer
type of electrical transformer used for measuring linear displacement (position)
position sensor
sensor that facilitates measurement of mechanical position
Incremental encoder
A linear or rotary electromechanical device that has two electrical outputs, A and B, which issue pulses when the device is moved.
Position sensitive device
rotary variable differential transformer
Type of electrical transformer
linear encoder
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