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Linear Position Sensors

Linear position sensors are electronic devices that measure the linear displacement of an object and convert it into an electrical signal that can be used to determine the position of the object. They are commonly used in a variety of industrial and commercial applications, such as automotive, aerospace, and robotics.

Linear position sensors work by detecting the position of a movable target or object in relation to a fixed reference point. They typically consist of a sensing element, which measures the position of the target, and a signal processing circuit, which converts the position measurement into a usable electrical signal.

There are several types of linear position sensors, including resistive, inductive, capacitive, and optical sensors. Resistive sensors work by measuring changes in resistance as the target moves, while inductive and capacitive sensors measure changes in the magnetic or electric field between the target and the sensor. Optical sensors use light to detect the position of the target and are often used in high-precision applications.

Linear position sensors offer several advantages over other types of position sensors, such as rotary position sensors. They provide accurate and precise position measurements, even in harsh environments or extreme conditions, and they can be used in a wide range of applications.

Linear Position Sensors

Available Parts 681

Part# Info Specs
Part RoHS Manufacturer Description Maximum Accuracy (%) Additional Features Body Width Body Height Body Length/Diameter Excitation Frequency Frequency Response Gap Size Housing Hysteresis JESD-609 Code Linearity (%) Maximum Magnetic Field Range Minimum Range Of Magnetic Field Maximum Measurement Range (mm) Minimum Measurement Range (mm) Mounting Feature No. of Channels Maximum Operating Current Operating Frequency Maximum Operating Temperature Minimum Operating Temperature Output Circuit Type Maximum Output Current Output Interface Type Output Range Output Type Maximum Output Voltage Package Shape or Style Power Supplies (V) Repeatability Resistance Resistance Tolerance Resolution Response Time Sensitivity (mV/V/mm) Sensors or Transducers Type Sub-Category Maximum Supply Voltage Minimum Supply Voltage Terminal Finish Termination Type Resistance (Total) Maximum VCEsat
E3FB-DP25-F2 by Omron

E3FB-DP25-F2

Omron

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE; Mounting Feature: BOARD MOUNT; Output Type: PNP; Package Shape or Style: CYLINDRICAL; Minimum Supply Voltage: 10 V; Maximum Operating Temperature: 55 Cel;

IP 67, IP 69K, REVERSE POLARITY PROTECTION, SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION

37.5 mm

18 mm

NICKEL-BRASS

300 mm

0 mm

BOARD MOUNT

55 Cel

-25 Cel

Open Collector

PNP

CYLINDRICAL

500 us

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE

30 V

10 V

CONNECTOR

B5L-A2S-U01-010 by Omron

B5L-A2S-U01-010

Omron

Omron's B5L-A2S-U01-010 linear position sensor has a max supply voltage of 28.8V and body width of 63.8in, suitable for applications requiring precise digital output in a temperature range of 0-50°C. With a measurement range from 500mm to 4000mm, it is ideal for board mounting with USB interface termination.

63.8 inch

103 mm

POLYCARBONATE

4000 mm

500 mm

BOARD MOUNT

50 Cel

0 Cel

USB

DIGITAL OUTPUT

RECTANGULAR

1

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,TOF,VCSEL

28.8 V

19.2 V

CONNECTOR

CX-422-P-Z by Panasonic

CX-422-P-Z

Panasonic

Panasonic's CX-422-P-Z is a linear position sensor with 26.4V max supply voltage, 800mm max measurement range, and PNP output type. Ideal for applications requiring precise distance measurement in industrial automation systems.

IP67, SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION

11.2 inch

31 mm

20 mm

PBT

800 mm

0 mm

55 Cel

-25 Cel

PNP

RECTANGULAR

1

1000 us

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE

26.4 V

10.8 V

CABLE

CX-424 by Panasonic

CX-424

Panasonic

Panasonic's CX-424 is a Linear Position Sensor with 26.4V max supply voltage, 11.2" body width, and NPN output type. Ideal for applications requiring precise position sensing in a range of 0-100mm, this sensor operates b/w -25°C to 55°C temperatures with a quick response time of 1000µs.

IP67, SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION

11.2 inch

31 mm

20 mm

PBT

100 mm

0 mm

55 Cel

-25 Cel

NPN

RECTANGULAR

1

1000 us

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE

26.4 V

10.8 V

CABLE

CX-421 by Panasonic

CX-421

Panasonic

Panasonic's CX-421 is a linear position sensor with 26.4V max supply voltage, 11.2" body width, and NPN output type. Ideal for applications requiring precise measurement within a 300mm range, such as industrial automation systems or robotics due to its fast response time of 1000us and wide operating temperature range (-25°C to 55°C).

IP67, SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION

11.2 inch

31 mm

20 mm

PBT

300 mm

0 mm

55 Cel

-25 Cel

NPN

RECTANGULAR

1

1000 us

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE

26.4 V

10.8 V

CABLE

B5W-DB11A1-A by Omron

B5W-DB11A1-A

Omron

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE; Mounting Feature: BOARD MOUNT; Output Type: DIGITAL OUTPUT, NPN; Package Shape or Style: RECTANGULAR; Maximum Supply Voltage: 13.2 V; Housing: POLYCARBONATE;

IT ALSO OPERATES AT 15V NOMINAL SUPPLY

8.4 inch

13 mm

26 mm

POLYCARBONATE

550 mm

250 mm

BOARD MOUNT

60 Cel

-10 Cel

Open Collector

DIGITAL OUTPUT, NPN

RECTANGULAR

1000 us

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE

13.2 V

10.8 V

CONNECTOR

B5W-DB11A1-A-1 by Omron

B5W-DB11A1-A-1

Omron

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE; Mounting Feature: BOARD MOUNT; Output Type: DIGITAL OUTPUT, NPN; Package Shape or Style: RECTANGULAR; Minimum Measurement Range (mm): 250 mm; Minimum Supply Voltage: 10.8 V;

IT ALSO OPERATES AT 15V NOMINAL SUPPLY

8.4 inch

13 mm

26 mm

POLYCARBONATE

550 mm

250 mm

BOARD MOUNT

60 Cel

-10 Cel

Open Collector

DIGITAL OUTPUT, NPN

RECTANGULAR

1000 us

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,DIFFUSE

13.2 V

10.8 V

CONNECTOR

TMF8828-1AM by Ams Ag

TMF8828-1AM

Ams Ag

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,TOF,VCSEL; Terminal Finish: MATTE TIN; JESD-609 Code: e3;

e3

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,PHOTOELECTRIC,TOF,VCSEL

MATTE TIN

XXA18B1PM12 by Schneider Electric Sa

XXA18B1PM12

Schneider Electric Sa

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,ULTRASONIC;

LINEAR POSITION SENSOR,ULTRASONIC