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Draw-wire displacement sensors // wireSENSOR

Product catalog summary
Overview
Draw-wire displacement sensors, known as wireSENSORs, are designed for precise linear movement measurement. They feature a flexible steel wire connected to a cable drum and sensor element, providing a displacement-proportional output signal. These sensors are compact, easy to install, and robust, making them suitable for various applications.
Specifications
- Measuring ranges up to 50,000 mm.
- High resolution and operational safety.
- Available in analog and digital outputs.
- Constructed with high-quality components for durability.
Sensor Models
Micro-Epsilon offers several draw-wire sensors tailored for specific applications:
- MK30 Series: Low-cost, compact design with measuring ranges from 50 mm to 750 mm.
- MK46 Series: Offers potentiometer, current, and voltage outputs with ranges from 1000 mm to 1250 mm.
- MK77 Series: For larger ranges up to 2100 mm with both output types.
- MK60 Series: Features hybrid potentiometer outputs with a 1500 mm range.
Applications
These sensors are versatile for industries such as:
- Mobile machinery
- Industrial vehicles
- Medical technology
- Test bench construction
Installation and Material
- Housed in robust plastic or glass-fiber reinforced plastic.
- Measuring wires made of polyamide-coated stainless steel.
- Easy installation with mounting holes or grooves.
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +80°C.
Performance and Durability
- High shock and vibration resistance.
- Protection class from IP20 to IP65.
- Suitable for challenging conditions.
Conclusion
Micro-Epsilon's wireSENSORs offer reliable and precise displacement measurement solutions with flexible output types and robust construction for demanding environments.
Additional Sensor Series
1. WPS Series: Includes models like WPS-2400-MK60 with a 2400 mm range and digital outputs, and WPS-2300-MK88 with hybrid potentiometer and IP65 protection.
2. MK88 Series: Offers analog and digital versions with ranges up to 5000 mm.
3. MK120 Series: Designed for ranges up to 7500 mm with robust housing.
4. K100 Series: For harsh environments with IP67/IP69K protection and ranges up to 8000 mm.
5. P60 Series: Features robust aluminum housing with multiple interface support.
6. P96 Series: For ranges up to 2500 mm with high linearity.
Key Specifications
- Polyamide-coated stainless steel wires.
- Temperature range: -20 to +80 °C.
- Protection classes: IP65, IP67/IP69K.
Analog Output Specifications
Includes potentiometer, voltage, and current outputs, compliant with EMC standards.
Communication Features
- CANopen: Supports SDO server, TxPDO, and diagnostic capabilities.
- PROFIBUS and PROFINET: Supports cyclical data exchange and real-time classes.
- EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT: Offers comprehensive diagnostics and synchronous operation.
Incremental Encoder Specifications
Provides TTL and HTL outputs with detailed pin assignments.
Company Information
Micro-Epsilon Headquarters: Koenigbacher Str. 15, 94496 Ortenburg, Germany. Contact: Tel. +49 (0) 8542 / 168-0, Email: [email protected].
Product Offerings
- Sensors for displacement, distance, and position.
- Non-contact temperature measurement devices.
- Measuring systems for metal strips, plastics, and rubber.
- Optical micrometers and fiber optics.
- Color recognition sensors and 3D measurement technology.
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Draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR Measuring ranges up to 50,000 mm Resolution towards infinity Compact design with large measuring range Easy, fast and flexible mounting High operational safety & long service life Analog and digital outputs Measuring principle Draw-wire displacement sensors measure linear movements using a highly flexible steel wire. The cable drum is attached to a sensor Wire clip element which provides a displacement-proportional output signal. Measurements are performed with high accuracy and dynamics. High quality components ensure a long service life and high operational reliability....

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Industrial draw-wire sensors Sensors for high wire accelerations Available outputs per series and measuring range Draw-wire sensors for serial integration & OEM 44 4 Sensors for high wire accelerations Measuring ranges in mm 40 ^Potentiometer ^Voltage JCurrent ^Incremental encoder (HTL, TTL) ^Absolute-encoder (SSI, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, CANopen, EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP) ^CANopen

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Applications wireSENSOR Mobile machines: booms, supports & telescopic loaders Measurement of the extension length of telescopic booms Variable support for mobile cranes Measuring the lift height in telescopic loaders Lift tables: lifting platform, scissors lift tables Measuring the lift height in synchronous lifting systems Measuring the lift height in scissors lift tables Industrial vehicles & driverless transport systems Measuring the lift height in forklift trucks Measuring the lift height in driverless transport systems

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Medical technology: operating tables & mammography Positioning of operating tables Position measurement in Computer Tomography (CT) Position measurement in mammography Test bench construction and road tests: chassis test benches & crash tests Spring travel measurement in road tests Measuring the pedal travel Displacement measurement in crash tests

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK30 analog Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Conductive plastic/wire/hybrid potentiometer Smallest design in its class Measuring range 50 mm approx. 8 Mounting clamps with M3 screws Measuring range 150/250/500/750 mm approx. 12 ø3 Mounting clamps with M3 screws

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FSO = Full Scale Output 11 Specifications for analog outputs from page 58 onwards. Output type: Potentiometer P50 (linearity ±0.5 % FSO) Potentiometer P25 (linearity ±0.25 % FSO) Potentiometer P10 (linearity ±0.1 % FSO)

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK30 digital Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Incremental encoder Smallest design in its class Mounting clamps with M3 screws

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FSO = Full Scale Output 11 Specifications for digital outputs from page 59 onwards. Output type:

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK46 analog Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Wire or hybrid potentiometer Mounting clamps with M3 screws Mounting clamps with M3 screws

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FSO = Full Scale Output 11 Specifications for analog outputs from page 58 onwards. Output type: CR-P10/P25: potentiometer, integrated cable, radial, 1 m MK46 series Measuring range in mm Output type: CR-P10/P25: potentiometer, integrated cable, radial, 1 m CR-U10: Voltage, integrated cable, radial, 1 m CR-I10: Current, integrated cable, radial, 1 m

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK46 digital Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Incremental encoder Mounting clamps with M3 screws

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FSO = Full Scale Output 11 Specifications for digital outputs from page 59 onwards. Output type:

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK77 analog Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Wire potentiometer Output P25 approx. 22.5 approx. 34.3 Mounting clamps with M3 screws Output CR-P25 approx. 22.5 approx. 34.3 Mounting clamps with M3 screws

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FSO = Full Scale Output Specifications for analog outputs from page 58 onwards. Output type: CR-P25 potentiometer, integrated cable, radial, 1 m

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK77 digital Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Incremental encoder Mounting clamps with M3 screws

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FSO = Full Scale Output 11 Specifications for digital outputs from page 59 onwards. Output type:

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK60 analog Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Potentiometer, current or voltage output

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P: potentiometer U: voltage I: current Connection CR: integrated cable, radial, 1 m MK60 series Measuring range in mm

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK60 digital Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Incremental encoder

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Connection CR: integrated cable, radial, 1 m MK60 series Measuring range in mm

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK88 analog Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Potentiometer, current or voltage output

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P: potentiometer, U: voltage, I current Connection CR: integrated cable, radial, 1 m

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK88 digital Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs CANopen Interface

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Output type: CO: CANopen Connection SR12: 5-pin SA connector M12 MK88 series Measuring range in mm

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Low-cost draw-wire sensors wireSENSOR MK120 analog Robust plastic housing Customer-specific designs Potentiometer, current or voltage output Measuring range 7500 mm approx. 20.5

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P: potentiometer, U: voltage, I current Connection CR: integrated cable, radial, 1 m

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Robust draw-wire sensors for OEM wireSENSOR K100 analog Durable and robust sensor design (IP67 / IP69K) Compact sensor with large measuring range Large temperature range from -40 to +85 °C Potentiometer, current or voltage output 3x ø 6.4 Mounting hole Mounting grooves for M

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P: potentiometer, U: voltage, I current Connection CR: integrated cable, radial, 1 m

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Robust draw-wire sensors for OEM wireSENSOR K100 digital Durable and robust sensor design (IP67 / IP69K) Compact sensor with large measuring range Large temperature range from -40 to +85 °C CANopen Interface 3x ø 6.8 Mounting hole 4x Mounting nuts M6 DIN 562

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