Mobile and heavy-duty machinery control: In-cylinder position sensor now with CANopen and CAN SAE J1939 interface options

The compactly designed TM1 offers installation flexibility for fast and straightforward integration in single- or double-acting cylinders. With a working range from 50 up to 2000 mm in 25 mm-steps, a choice of plug-in or screw flange mounting is available with an innovative connector system for closed or open bore cylinders featuring M12 connectors and various length cables – without the need for additional wiring. For in-cylinder applications, a protection rating of up to IP67 is offered with high-pressure resistance up to 350 bar nominal and up 450 bar for pressure peaks. A working temperature rating from -40 °C to +105 °C ensures widespread use in the harshest environments whilst the non-contacting operation of the magnetostrictive position measurement technology guarantees long and trouble-free working life.

The CAN interface options join a comprehensive list of impressive specifications for the TM1 series which also includes conformity to EN 13309 for construction machinery and to ISO 14982 for agricultural machinery. Engineered for use in applications with the highest EMC requirements, RF protection is up to 200V/m – meeting ISO 11452-2 and exceeding the E1 requirements of the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA). Various mechanically decoupled, passive ringshaped or U-shaped position markers allow flexibility for cylinder integration whilst a floating position marker suits level measurement tasks.

Variohm EuroSensor is Novotechnik’s exclusive UK distribution partner offering comprehensive support across the German manufacturer’s complete range of linear and rotary position sensors. Variohm also represents other globally recognised sensor suppliers and as a manufacturer and supply chain partner provides sales and application support throughout an extensive range of position, force, pressure, load, and temperature sensor technologies – for cost effective solutions to demanding measurement applications across industry, construction, agriculture, motorsports, research and more.