At this year's Hannover Fair, Fraba Posital presented a new generation of compact, biaxial inclinometers with a measuring range of 5, 15 or 30°. Their IP66 metal casing and overall robust design means that the sensors are not affected by vibration or shock, and operate smoothly even in rough environmental conditions. Typical applications would include construction machinery, cranes or working platforms. A powerful microprocessor ensures accurate processing of all inclination readings, which are performed internally at the rate of 100 times per second. This is then filtered and delivered to the devices' output at an update rate of 10 readings per second. High internal processing speed and customisable filters qualify the sensors for a wide range of automation applications. The sensors feature a three-point support on the casing that offers secure mounting for ease of installation - especially on non-planar surfaces, thereby ensuring dependable indication.
The sensors come equipped with a RS232- or CANbus interface combined with an analogue output for current, voltage or pulse-width modulation, or 2 switching outputs emulating tilt switches. All CANbus models support the CANopen device profile DSP-410 for inclinometers. They are parameterised either by bus or directly on location via DIP-switches. A model with a Profibus interface is currently being developed.
About Fraba Posital
Fraba Posital is a highly specialised manufacturer of absolute rotary encoders and inclinometers. The company belongs to the Fraba group which dates back to 1918, when its predecessor Franz Baumgartner elektrische Apparate, a producer of relays, was established. Today, the group consists of six independent companies that develop and produce industrial sensor technology and safety equipment.
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