Linear Position Sensors

Linear position sensors convert the linear displacement of an object into a proportional electrical signal. They are available in many mechanical styles and mounting configurations with a variety of stroke lengths.

• Linear potentiometers use resistance between the wiper terminal and end terminals to provide a distance measurement; they typically require a signal conditioner or a 10VDC supply to provide an analog signal for a PLC
• Inductive linear transducers use inductive, non-contact technology to convert linear displacement to a 0 to 10 VDC or 4 to 20 mA analog signal
• Magnetostrictive sensors employ a magnet traveling along a rigid linear housing to provide linear position feedback via 0 to 10 VDC or 4 to 20 mA analog outputs