Digital output inclinometer

Digital output inclinometer

Keywords Inclinometer,Position measurement

This high accuracy 360°digital output inclinometer ­ a rugged, non-contact measuring transducer,developed for electronic levelling ­ utilises a fluid-filled, variable capacitance angle sensor in conjunction with a microprocessor, offering angular measurement with both enhanced resolution and (0.05°) accuracy (see Plate 6).

A compact low-cost device,the ISU has two digital outputs via an RS-232 port and pulse width modulation(PWM) formats, in addition to 4-bit addressing.

Plate 6 The compact, low-cost device can be used in a diverse range of applications

The device, available from EuroSensor, can be used in a diverse range of applications covering:

• wheel alignment;

• medical "range-of-motion"

• antenna elevation;

• police work;

• hospital beds;

• construction equipment;

• machine tools; and

• formula one.

For further information contact either Henry Schuster, managing director, or Suzanne Lee, sales department, EuroSensor, 20/24 Kirby Street, London EC1N 8TS. Tel: +44 (0)171 405 6060; Fax: +44 (0)171 405 2040.