DISPLACEMENT TRANSDUCER

Measuring displacement is an essential element in the function of a machine. Sensors measure the movement and displacement of devices. A position sensor measures the change in position of an object or mechanism in relation to its original location. There are several kinds of positions sensors. One specific type of position sensor is a linear displacement transducer.

What is a displacement transducer?

Displacement transducers are devices intended to convert the motion of an object or machine into electromagnetic, magnetoelectric, or electrostatic signals. These signals are read and interpreted into data. An lvdt sensor is a type of displacement transducer used explicitly in measuring linear displacement. LVDT or linear variable displacement transducer produces output in voltage which is directly related to the parameter which is measured.

A linear displacement transducer is a reliable device with displacement measurement of up to several inches long. An lvdt can function as an absolute sensor with repeatable and reproducible results. The device itself contains three sliding cores which do not come in contact with the tube, hence, increasing its reliability and robustness.

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