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Honeywell LTP Series - Low Temperature Passive Probes

April 27, 2016

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Honeywell’s Low Temperature Passive Probes, LTP Series, are a modular range of temperature sensors designed for potential use in transportation applications. The LTP Series feature a durable, closed-tip design that maximizes reliability in harsh applications. The sensor’s thermistor sensing element effectively senses gases, liquids or solids because of its enhanced sensitivity, accuracy and reliability. Easy-to-install threaded mounting provides reliable operation in harsh environments. Numerous options from mechanical and electrical interface simplify installation, allow customers to meet their specific application needs, and facilitate backwards compatibility with most existing applications.

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Value to Customers
The LTP Series are designed to meet the customer’s need for sensors that are configurable, backwards-compatible, durable, and that reduce total cost of ownership. Their flexible design provides over 2,200 standard configurations with an enhanced response time over a wide operating temperature range.

Features
*  Temperature range: -40 °C to 150 °C [-40 °F to 302 °F]
*  Response time [T63.2% of 25 °C to 85 °C step]: stirred silicon oil <15 s; stirred water <15 s; air flow 10 m/s <20 s
*  Accuracy:
-40 °C to 25 °C [-40 °F to 77 °F]: ±2.5 °C
25 °C to 100 °C [77 °F to 212 °F]: ±0.8 °C
100 °C to 125 °C [212 °F to 257 °F]: ±2.0 °C
125 °C to 150 °C [257 °F to 302 °F]: ±3.5 °C
*  Electrical interface: Electrical interface: Bosch Kompakt, Delphi Metri-Pack 150 Series, AMP Seal 16, AMP Minitimer, AMP Superseal, and Deutsch DT04-2P
*  Probe length options: 20 mm to 50 mm (other lengths available on request)
*  Mechanical fastening options: M10 to M18, 3/4 UNF, and G 1/4 (other threads available on request)
*  Retainer ring with hex: provides complete location for socket wrench in axial and radial directions, enabling the operator to first locate the sensor inside the socket freely and more easily install the sensor
*  Insulation resistance between I/O pin and the sensor’s housing: >10 MOhm at 250 Vdc, 25 °C [77 °C]
*  Ingress protection: IP67
*  Vibration: 30 G sine wave,10 Hz to 2000 Hz
*  Mechanical shock: 50 G
*  Service pressure: 10 bar
*  Burst pressure: 40 bar
*  Wire harness (with or without a connector) or other sensing elements (PTC or RTD) available upon request
*  Standard configurations listed, customization available upon request.

Potential Transportation Applications
*  Ambient air temperature sensor
*  Automatic transmission system
*  Engine air inlet system
*  Engine cooling system
*  Engine lubrication system
*  Fuel system
*  Haldex coupling system
*  Hydraulic pump systems

 

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Honeywell PX3 Series Heavy Duty Pressure Transducers, 1 bar to 46 bar | 15 psi to 667 psi

March 30, 2016

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Honeywell’s PX3 Series Pressure Transducers use piezoresistive sensing technology with ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) signal conditioning in a brass housing and Metri-Pack 150 electrical connector. The PX3 Series are fully calibrated and temperature compensated from -40 °C to 125 °C [-40 °F to 257 °F].

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VALUE TO CUSTOMERS
* Total Error Band (TEB) (±1.0 %FSS typ.): Provides the most comprehensive, clear and meaningful indication of the sensor’s true measurement performance over a specified temperature range; small error promotes system uptime and efficiency.
* High insulation resistance and dielectric strength: Protect the user and sensor in high over-voltage situations, and ensures that the device is compliant with industry standards.
* High EMC performance: Operates reliably in the presence of electromagnetic fields, such as near wireless signals, RF communication, and electrical devices.
* High external freeze/thaw resistance: Survives exposure to frost, commonly found in refrigeration systems.
* Low current consumption: Helps to reduce energy costs, and enhances product life if used in battery driven systems.

FEATURES
* Pressure range: 1 bar to 46 bar | 15 psi to 667 psi (absolute and sealed gage)
* Ratiometric output: 0.5 Vdc to 4.5 Vdc
* Fully calibrated and temperature compensated
* Total Error Band: ±1.0 %FSS from -20 °C to 85 °C [-4 °F to 185 °F]
* External freeze/thaw resistance: 6 cycles from -30 °C to 50 °C [-22 °F to 122 °F]
* Insulation resistance: >100 MOhm, 1500 Vdc
* Dielectric strength: AC1500V, 1 min. or AC1800V, 1 s
* Low current consumption: 3.5 mA max.
* EMC Radiated Immunity: 200 V/m per ISO 11452-2
* Ingress protection up to IP67
* Response time: <2 ms
* RoHS, REACH, and CE compliant

POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
Industrial:
* Refrigerant pressure monitoring in HVAC/R systems
* Air compressor system pressure

Transportation:
* Air system monitoring
* Hydraulic oil pressure monitoring

 

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Honeywell TBF Series Force Sensors, Compensated / Unamplified Sensing

February 18, 2016

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TBF Series

 

Honeywell is pleased to announce its new Basic Force Sensors, TBF Series—Honeywell’s smallest force sensor. The TBF Series Basic Force Sensor extends Honeywell’s Basic Pressure Sensor platform (TBP Series) into the flush diaphragm space previously occupied by Honeywell’s 1865 Series Force Sensors. The TBF Series are flush diaphragm pressure sensors designed for customers who require a simple device for applications where media compatibility and low trapped volume are important. Precisely controlled diaphragm height makes the sensor useful in applications where force is applied by a flexible membrane to the sensor, such as infusion pumps.

Value To Customers
*  Smallest package size in its class (7 mm x 7 mm x 3,89 mm) simplifies placement on crowded PCBs
*  Widest pressure (1 bar to 10 bar |100 kPa to 1 MPa | 15 psi to 150 psi) enables choice of optimum pressure range to maximize sensitivity
*  Many different pressure ranges improve resolution and system accuracy
*  Tight accuracy specification of ±0.15 %FSS provides user with enhanced accuracy in the application
*  Reliable supply chain
*  Fast response for quotes and samples
*  Designed to Six Sigma standards
*  Manufacturing excellence
*  Supports Lean manufacturing

Features
*  Cost-effective sensor with many options
*  Compensated/unamplified
*  Wide operating temperature range (0 °C to 50 °C [32 °F to 122 °F])
*  Low power consumption allows for potential use in battery operated applications
*  Stable offset voltage
*  Not sensitive to mounting orientation
*  Small package size [7 mm x 7 mm x 3,89 mm]
*  RoHS2 compliance

Potential Medical Applications
*  Drug delivery systems
*  Infusion pumps
*  Kidney dialysis machines
*  Robotics
*  Syringe pumps

The TBF Series join the 1865 Series, FSG Series, FSS Series, FSS-SMT Series, and FSA Series.

 

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Honeywell FSA Series Force Sensors, Compensated / Amplified

January 28, 2016

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FSA Series

The FSA Series are piezoresistive-based force sensors offering a ratiometric analog or digital output for reading force over the specified full scale force span and temperature range. They are fully calibrated and temperature compensated for sensor offset, sensitivity, temperature effects, and nonlinearity using an on-board Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC).  Direct mechanical coupling allows for easy interface with the sensor, coupling with tubing, membrane or a plunger, providing repeatable performance and a reliable mechanical interface to the application. The package also provides excellent corrosion resistance and isolation to external package stress. All products are designed and manufactured according to ISO 9001 standards.

VALUE TO CUSTOMERS
The FSA Series are designed to meet the customers’ need for a compensated, amplified force sensor that provides analog and digital outputs, a variety of force sensing ranges, and enhanced durability and accuracy. Their flexible design provides multiple standard configurations over a wide operating temperature range.  Potential applications include:

Medical
Ambulatory non-invasive pump pressure
Infusion pumps
Kidney dialysis machines
Occlusion detection

Industrial
Load and compression sensing
Variable tension control

CUSTOMER BENEFITS
Multiple force ranges allow the customer to choose the force range to maximize sensitivity and improve system resolution / performance
Overforce provides enhanced durability in applications where overforce may exist
Enhanced accuracy includes all errors due to force nonlinearity, force hysteresis, and non-repeatability
Total Error Band enhances system performance
Digital output enhances performance through reduced conversion requirements and the convenience of direct interface to microprocessors
Diagnostics functions allow the user to determine if the sensor is working correctly by detecting if the electrical paths are broken or shorted inside the sensor
Supply voltage provides customers flexibility of design within the application

FEATURES
Wide variety of force ranges
>  Newton (N): 2, 5, 7.5, 10, 15, 20, 25
>  pound (lb): 1, 1.5, 2, 3, 5
>  gram (g): 200, 500, 750
>  kilogram (kg): 1, 2
Total Error Band: ±5 %FSS
Accuracy: ±3 %FSS
Ratiometric analog or SPI- or I2C-compatible digital output
Fully calibrated and temperature compensated over a temp range of 5 °C to 50 °C [41 °F to 122 °F]
Overforce: 6804 g [15 lb]
Supply voltage: 3.3 Vdc typ. or 5.0 Vdc typ.
Low power consumption: 13 mW (analog) or 20 mW (digital)
Excellent part-to-part repeatability
Enhanced reliability
Stable interface plunger
Internal diagnostic functions available
REACH and RoHS compliant

 

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Honeywell SNG-Q Series, Quadrature Speed and Direction Sensors

January 18, 2016

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Honeywell is pleased to announce two additions to the SNG-Q Series Quadrature Speed and Direction Sensor portfolio.

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The SNG-QPCA-001 and SNG-QPRA-000 join the SNG-QPLA-000 [4-wire, plastic housing, 500 mm/19.7 in cable with flying leads, right angle exit, 35 mm/1.38 in housing] that launched in July 2015.

The SNG-QPCA-001 offers a Deutsch connector and a 1.25 m [49.2 in] extended length cable, which simplifies reaching the electrical system mating connection. The SNG-QPRA-000 offers an integral Amp Superseal, which provides quick and easy connection to the electrical system mating harness. The SNG-Q Series are designed to improve equipment uptime, minimize service costs, and provide resistance to high electrical noise and moisture intrusion. They may potentially be used in many industrial and transportation applications.

The SNG-Q Series sensor design and manufacturing use a platform-based approach that enables cost-competitiveness and mechanical and electrical configurability. Speed information is provided from digital square wave outputs; direction is provided using a quadrature output with signals 90° phase shifted from each other. With the quadrature output, target direction is determined by output lead/lag phase shifting. This product is designed for use where enhanced accuracy is required to detect small target features. This enhanced accuracy is enabled by dual differential Hall-effect sensor IC technology.

 

FEATURES
* Wide operating temp range: -40 ºC to 150 ºC [-40 °F to 302 °F]
* Environmental sealing: Moisture ingress protection rated to IP69K
* Robust electrical noise immunity: Electrical noise radiated immunity (EMC) rated to 100 V/m
* High frequency switching capability: 3 Hz to 20 kHz
* O-ring seal: For pressure applications; enables environmental sealing to mounting surface
* Fixed mounting flange allows for simple installation using one fastener
* Supply voltage range: 4.5 V to 26 V

POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS

INDUSTRIAL
* AC induction motors in material handling, ag and construction machines: May be used to help control power delivered by the ac induction motor
* Hydraulic pump motors in material handling, ag and construction machines: May be used to help control power delivered by the hydraulic pump motor
* Escalators/elevators: May be used to help control speed and position

TRANSPORTATION
* Hybrid electric transmissions in heavy duty trucks, buses, ag/construction machines: May be used to help control power regulation of the hybrid system
* Wheel speed detection in material handling, ag/ construction machines: May be used to detect speed and direction of wheels, which translates to speed and direction of the machine
* Hybrid engines in heavy duty trucks, buses, agriculture and construction machines: May be used to help control power regulation of the hybrid system

 

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Honeywell Pressure Switches

December 16, 2015

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Pressure Switches

Honeywell now offers a pressure switch portfolio consisting of high, medium and low pressure options. The new ME Series medium pressure switches provide a set point range of 25 to 350 psi. The HP Series now include seven new port connector options, and a minimum set point of 100 psi compared to 150 psi previously.

Honeywell Pressure Switches
• High Pressure:  HP Series, HE Series
• Medium Pressure:  ME Series
• Low Pressure:  LP Series, LE Series

Honeywell’s pressure switches are durable, reliable electromechanical gauge pressure on/off switches. Their high proof and burst pressure ratings allow for use in many rugged applications that require the making or breaking of an electrical connection in response to a pressure change of the system media.

Due to the demanding conditions found within industrial and transportation industries, pressure switches are often designed into equipment and vehicle applications to make or break an electrical connection in response to a system pressure change. These switches are frequently exposed to chemical splashes, dirt, grime, and harsh media, as well as performance spikes. They must provide reliable and consistent performance and have a high life cycle rating.

Potential Applications:

Transportation
• Agricultural machinery
• Heavy duty construction machinery
• Heavy duty trucks
• Lawn and garden
• Marine vessels
• Material handling machinery
• Railway

Industrial
• CNC machines
• Compressors, boilers
• Food and beverage equipment
• Fracking equipment
• Generators
• HVAC/R equipment
• Mud pumps
• Pneumatic equipment
• Presses and punches
• Pressure washers
• Trash compactors
• Water jet cutting machines
• Water pumps
• Mud pump line pressure measurement

 

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Honeywell (VF360NT & VF360ST) High Sensitivity Latching Digital Hall-effect Sensor ICs

December 3, 2015

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Honeywell is pleased to announce its High Sensitivity Digital Latching Sensor ICs, VF360NT and VF360ST, that are AEC-Q100 qualified for use in the transportation industry.

VF360 Range

The VF360NT and VF360ST High Sensitivity Latching Digital Hall-Effect Sensor ICs are small, sensitive and versatile devices that are operated by the magnetic field from a permanent magnet or an electromagnet. They are designed to respond to alternating North and South poles. The VF360NT is turned ON by a North pole, while the VF360ST is turned ON by a South pole. This sensor IC does not use chopper stabilization on the Hall element, providing a clean output signal and a faster latch response time when compared to competitive high sensitivity Hall-effect bipolar latching sensor ICs which do use chopper stabilization.

 

VALUE TO CUSTOMERS
*  AEC-Q100 qualification provides enhanced reliability and quality of electronic components. Components meeting these specifications are often suitable for use in harsh automotive environments without the customer’s need for additional component-level qualification testing.
*  Designed to provide reliable, consistent performance and a fast response time, enhancing efficiency in brushless dc motor (BLDC) applications
*  Designed to provide a wide supply voltage range and no chopper delay, allowing for potential use in a variety of applications
*  Designed to provide a clean output signal without the customer having to include additional circuitry to achieve noise suppression due to chopper stabilization

FEATURES
*  Qualified to the AEC-Q100 standard for potential use in automotive applications
*  Fastest response time in its class [1.5 μs]
*  Operate from 30 Gauss typical at 25°C [77 °F] and 55 Gauss maximum over the full -40 °C to 150 °C [-40 °F to 302 °F] temperature range
*  Latching magnetics
*  Repeatable magnetics (no jitter)
*  No additional electronic noise generated by sensor
*  Non-chopper-stabilized design
*  Subminiature SOT-23 surface mount package supplied on tape and reel (3,000 units per reel)
*  3 Vdc to 24 Vdc
*  Built-in reverse polarity protection
*  RoHS-compliant material

POTENTIAL TRANSPORTATION APPLICATIONS
*  BLDC motor commutation for automotive applications: Air input flap to engine, convertible roof position, electronic parking brakes, electronic window lifts and anti-pinch power window systems, HVAC blowers, headlights, power doors, mirrors and tail gates, seat motors, steering, windshield washers and wipers
*  Speed and RPM sensing: Motors and fans; tachometer and counter pickup
*  Flow rate sensing

 

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Honeywell NGC Series MICRO SWITCH™ Compact Limit Switches

November 9, 2015

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Honeywell’s MICRO SWITCH™ Compact Limit Switches, NGC Series, are a configurable platform of medium-duty switches that allow the customer to choose SPDT (single pole, double throw) or DPDT (double pole, double throw) circuitry while maintaining the same housing and mounting footprint throughout the NGC Series. MICRO SWITCH™ NGC Series can be configured more than 380,000 ways, carries global approvals, and are sealed to IP67 for potential use in indoor and outdoor applications.

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VALUE TO CUSTOMERS
• Cost-effective: Provides a single source for a compact SPDT and DPDT limit switch, which can help minimize the Original Equipment Manufacturer’s sourcing expenses by simplifying their supply chain
• Versatile: Durable packaging allows for use in many harsh indoor or outdoor applications, providing performance confidence
• Configurable: Allows design engineers to standardize on a single footprint while meeting a variety of electrical requirements
• Application support: Customers with a global footprint can count on Honeywell for regional support for new applications and troubleshooting
• With two times the vibration (10 g) and shock (50 g) ratings of comparable competitive devices, the NGC Series can be implemented in the harshest of environmental conditions, providing enhanced reliability and repeatability
• Broader current capacity (10 A) than comparable devices allows for potential use in a wider set of applications, making platform standardization an easier task

FEATURES
• SPDT or DPDT configurable circuitry
• Snap-action, positive-break contacts
Elgiloy Hastelloy/Silver alloy and gold plated contact options
• UL, CE, cUL, and CCC approvals
• NEMA 1, 4, 12, 13; IP67 sealing
• Metal and plastic housing options
• Cable and connector terminations
• Variety of heads and actuator levers

POTENTIAL INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
• Boom position detection
• Elevators and escalators
• Machine tools
• Mobile light towers
• Packaging equipment
• Rail doors
• Scissor lifts

 

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Honeywell LTP Series, Low Temperature Passive Probes

September 16, 2015

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LTP Series

Honeywell’s Low Temperature Passive Probes, LTP Series, are a modular range of temperature sensors designed for potential use in transportation applications. The LTP Series feature a durable, closed-tip design that maximizes reliability in harsh applications.

The sensor’s thermistor sensing element effectively senses gases, liquids or solids because of its enhanced sensitivity, accuracy and reliability. Easy-to-install threaded mounting provides reliable operation in harsh environments. They are designed to meet the customer's need for sensors that are configurable, backwards-compatible, durable, and allow customers to meet their specific application needs.

Potential Transportation Applications
* Ambient air temperature sensor
* Automatic transmission system
* Engine air inlet system
* Engine cooling system
* Engine lubrication system
* Fuel system
* Haldex coupling system
* Hydraulic pump systems

 

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Honeywell Limitless™ Wireless Hazardous Area Switches, WBX Series

August 10, 2015

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WBX Series

Honeywell’s Limitless™ WBX Series combines the best of Honeywell’s MICRO SWITCH™ Heavy Duty limit switches with a point-to-point (P2P) network. It has a variety of remote or built-in antenna options. Wireless-enabled limit switches can be used for position sensing and presence/absence detection for an endless number of applications.

The WBX Series is especially beneficial for remote monitoring applications where wiring or wire maintenance is not physically possible or economically feasible. Combining this greater flexibility with proven harsh-duty packaging can result in increased efficiencies and improved safety for machines, equipment, and operators.

Customers with a global footprint can utilize local Honeywell experts for application and solution support.

 

VALUE TO CUSTOMER
• Enables control in remote parts of application/machinery/manufacturing plants, where wiring is not possible or feasible
• Ability to reconfigure and network multiple interfaces, or point-to-point with personalized addresses which allows for adding, subtracting, or relocating Limitless™ inputs easily
• Can reduce installation/maintenance costs with no wiring to Limitless™ switches, conduit, strain relief, clips, connectors, junction boxes, etc.
• Wireless operation and signal transmission eliminates the need to physically send maintenance engineers into the field thus reducing installation and operating costs
• Provides an independent layer of protection for equipment, by giving an immediate indication that a remote mechanical device is not positioned or moving correctly
• Batteries are inexpensive, readily available worldwide, and easy to replace. No re-provisioning is required after a battery replacement
• Batteries are readily available and easy to replace

FEATURES
• Radio (license-free and global) WPAN 802.15.4, 2.4 GHz, point-to-point (P2P); up to 305 m [1000 ft] line-of-sight communication range when used with a Limitless™ WPMM Series wireless monitor, WDRR Series receiver module, or WMPR receiver module (sold separately).
• License-free RF wireless protocol standards (IEEE 802.15.4)
• Hazardous location approvals: IP67 (self certified), NEMA 4 sealed metal enclosure
• Able to reconfigure multiple WBX Series switches
• Batteries readily available from electrical supply houses and distributors
• Global use

POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
Industrial
• Agriculture machines
• Door position
• Grain diverters or flaps
• Hose attachment verification
• Material handling
• Paint robotics
• Pipeline pigs
• Pump stroke count
• Remote or temporary equipment
• Safety shower alarming
• Valve position

Transportation
• Agriculture machines

 

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