Voltage Magnetoresistive Linear Position Sensors and Switches
Last Updated: April 1, 2025
Description
Voltage Magnetoresistive Linear Position Sensors and Switches are devices designed to measure the linear position of an object by detecting changes in magnetic resistance. These sensors provide a voltage output that corresponds to the position of a magnetic field relative to the sensor, allowing for precise position tracking.
Working Principle
These sensors operate based on the magnetoresistive effect, where the resistance of a material changes in response to an external magnetic field. The sensor detects the position of a magnet, and the resistance change is converted into a voltage signal. This voltage output is linear across the measurement range, providing accurate and repeatable position data. The high linearity and sensitivity of these sensors make them particularly useful for applications requiring precise position measurements over large ranges.
Applications
Specific applications for Voltage Magnetoresistive Linear Position Sensors and Switches include industrial automation systems where precise position feedback is crucial, such as in robotic arms or CNC machines. They are also used in automotive systems for throttle position sensing and in consumer electronics for joystick position detection.
Advantages over other Magnetoresistive Linear Position Sensors and Switches
One of the key advantages of these sensors is their high linearity and sensitivity, even over large measurement ranges, as noted in the mainSENSOR model . This feature allows for more accurate position measurements compared to other magnetic sensors that may only provide linear responses over limited ranges.
Limitations
A limitation of these sensors is their dependency on the presence of a magnetic field, which can be affected by external magnetic interference. Additionally, they may not be suitable for environments with high levels of ferromagnetic materials that can disrupt the magnetic field and affect accuracy.
Considerations
When considering the use of Voltage Magnetoresistive Linear Position Sensors and Switches, it is important to evaluate the initial costs, which can vary based on the complexity and range of the sensor. Operating expenses are generally low due to the non-contact nature of the sensors, which reduces wear and maintenance needs. However, accuracy can be affected by environmental factors, so proper shielding and placement are crucial. Durability is typically high, but regular calibration may be necessary to maintain precision over time.
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0500
- Measurement Range: 49.21
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0500
- Measurement Range: 49.21
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0500
- Measurement Range: 49.21
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0500
- Measurement Range: 49.21
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0500
- Measurement Range: 49.21
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0500
- Measurement Range: 49.21
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Extruded Metal and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 197
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Extruded Metal and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 197
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Extruded Metal and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 197
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Extruded Metal and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 197
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Extruded Metal and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 197
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Cylindrical Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 74.8
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Cylindrical Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 74.8
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Cylindrical Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 74.8
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Cylindrical Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 74.8
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Cylindrical Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.0200
- Measurement Range: 74.8
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 94.49
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 94.49
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 94.49
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 94.49
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Plastic and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 94.49
- Operating Temperature: -4 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Rectangular Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 118
- Operating Temperature: -22 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Rectangular Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 118
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Rectangular Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 118
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 176
from POSITAL B.V.
POSITAL LINARIX Programmable Incremental linear sensors, design: Draw Wire Enclosure, Machined Metal, Rectangular Housing and 0.1mm/pulse (Incremental) resolution. [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Accuracy: 0.1000
- Measurement Range: 118
- Operating Temperature: -22 to 176
from Shanghai Yuanben Magnetoelectric Tech. Co., Ltd.
LMDS Magnetostrictive displacement sensor. Non-contact continuous measurement method, the product life is long, the environment is adaptable, and does not need to be maintained regularly, the absolute quantity output, restart does not need to reset to zero. Description. Magnetostrictive displace... [See More]
- Output: Voltage; Current
from Honeywell Sensing & IoT
The Honeywell SMART Arc Position Sensor is one of the most durable, adaptable, lightweight, and non-contact position sensors available, enabling absolute position sensing with enhanced accuracy. This simple, robust, arc position sensor offers an IP69K sealed package, eliminating mechanical failure... [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 185
- Linearity: 0.4000
- Power Requirements: DC Powered
from Honeywell Sensing & IoT
The Honeywell SMART Arc Position Sensor is one of the most durable, adaptable, lightweight, and non-contact position sensors available, enabling absolute position sensing with enhanced accuracy. This simple, robust, arc position sensor offers an IP69K sealed package, eliminating mechanical failure... [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 185
- Linearity: 0.4000
- Power Requirements: DC Powered
from Honeywell Sensing & IoT
The Honeywell SMART Arc Position Sensor is one of the most durable, adaptable, lightweight, and non-contact position sensors available, enabling absolute position sensing with enhanced accuracy. This simple, robust, arc position sensor offers an IP69K sealed package, eliminating mechanical failure... [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 185
- Linearity: 0.4000
- Power Requirements: DC Powered
from Honeywell Sensing & IoT
The Honeywell SMART Arc Position Sensor is one of the most durable, adaptable, lightweight, and non-contact position sensors available, enabling absolute position sensing with enhanced accuracy. This simple, robust, arc position sensor offers an IP69K sealed package, eliminating mechanical failure... [See More]
- Output: Voltage
- Operating Temperature: -40 to 185
- Linearity: 0.4000
- Power Requirements: DC Powered