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CiA 404 sensors

With standardized CANopen process data

2021-01-18 Buerkert introduced the 8312 pressure transmitter and the 8412 temperature sensor. Instead of analog outputs, the devices provide a CANopen interface.

Inclinometer

CANopen and J1939 are supported

2021-01-08 STW (Germany) has released the SMX.igs-e sensor, which measures the inclination angle of an object in relation to the earth's gravity field.

Sensor series

Analyzing gas quality with CAN

2020-12-02 In this article, Patrice Flot from CMR, considers further sensor technology in the wake of the increasing specification of gas engines for power generation. Those sensors provide measurement data to the engine via CAN.

SPS Connect 2020

Sensors and actuators for harsh environments

2020-11-25 Siko introduced several devices at the SPS Connect 2020 digital fair. The AP10 position indicator, AG03/1 actuator, IKM360R inclinometer, and WH5800M encoder are connectible via CANopen.

Mobile applications

Replacing sensors in old machines with CANopen

2020-11-10 With the gSens LWG product series, Wika added another generation of length/angle sensors to its portfolio. It ensures continued use of new and old machines by replacing older sensors – also of the PAT brand – with 25-year backwards compat...

I/O module

Measurement and control for automotive applications

2020-09-14 ID Mikroelektronik & Messtechnik (Germany) offers the MVC-04 digital I/O module as well as sensors, and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) with CAN connectivity.

Harsh environments

Humidity and temperature probe with CANopen

2020-09-14 The EE072 by E+E Elektronik is a humidity and temperature probe for demanding process and climate control tasks. The probe can be used for example in agriculture and livestock farming, the food and pharmaceutical industries or in clean rooms.

Encoder and inclinometer

Combined position and inclination measurement

2020-08-14 ASM (Germany) introduced the WST85 Posiwire Cable Extension sensor. Two CANopen interfaces (default and redundant) are integrated.

Machine on wheels

Siko and STW cooperate regarding sensors

2020-07-31 The two companies have agreed on a strategic partnership with the aim of further opening up the market for mobile machinery. This includes joint developments of sensors.

Digital output options added

J1939 and CANopen position sensors for hydraulic cylinders

2020-06-24 MTS Sensors announced the expansion of its MH Threaded externally installed magnetostrictive linear position sensors. CAN digital output formats including CANopen and J1939 were added.

J1939

6D inertial sensor unit for demanding transport tasks

2020-06-18 The 6D inertial sensor unit of Honeywell's Tars (transportation attitude reference system) series enables simultaneous acquisition of rotation rate, acceleration, and tilt data for heavy-duty, off-highway, or other special vehicles.

Camera

Added accident prevention and behavior monitoring

2020-06-10 VIA Technologies announced the integration of AI-powered accident prevention and behavior monitoring features into its VIA Mobile360 D700 AI dash cam which supports CAN.

Up to 14-bit resolution

Rotary encoders approved for SIL 2 applications

2020-05-28 The CANopen-connectible TBN/TRN-S4 magnetic encoder series by TWK Elektronik (Germany) received the SIL 2 (safety integrity level) certification by TÜV (German Technical Inspection Association).

GNSS-aided measurement system

Vehicle testing, ADAS, and autonomous driving functions

2020-05-13 The GNSS-aided inertial system ADMA from Genesys (Germany) was developed specifically for vehicle dynamics testing and ADAS (advanced driver assistance systems) evaluation in the automotive industries.

Linear movements

Low-noise electronic hoist cylinders for precise positioning

2020-04-17 Paul Herm. Seckendorf (Germany) produces the Proaxis electronic hoist cylinders integrating drive amplifiers with CANopen connectivity.

Up to 600 bar

Industrial stainless-steel pressure transmitters

2020-04-09 L'Essor Français Electronique (EFE) specializes on pressure transducers. The PDS22C sensor supports the CiA 404 CANopen device profile for measurement equipment.

13-bit resolution

Redundant absolute encoder with CANopen interface

2020-04-01 TR-Electronic (Germany) introduced the CR_582 CANopen solution with two encoders in the space for one 58‑mm industrial encoder. Here, the safety concept is realized using the redundancy principle.

SIL 2 / PL d

Certified safety control system for cranes

2020-03-30 Wika (Germany) offers the ELMS1 control system to protect cranes against overload. The system with CANopen-connectivity combines safety electronics, software, and safety force transducers.

Direction recognition

3-D sensor system for controlled access applications

2020-03-26 The CAN-capable 3D TOF (time of flight) sensor system from Sensotek (Germany) ensures that persons securely pass a gate area. The CiA-member (CAN in Automation) company currently develops a CANopen-based solution.

Mobile automation

Encoders, draw-wire encoders, and inclinometers with J1939

2020-03-20 For years, Kuebler has been offering a portfolio of rotary encoders, draw-wire encoders, inclinometers, and slip rings suitable for transmitting loads, signals, and data. The company now also offers its sensors with the SAE J1939 interface.