Mobile Hydraulics Position Sensors

But what are the position sensors doing when they are installed in a mobile application? How do you decide which sensor is the right one for your machine?

That first part is easily explained: magnetostrictive position sensors deliver the most exact position and velocity measurement. If you look at example of the excavator, the sensors are applied in the hydraulic cylinders of the arm with the bucket and help to control the stroke lengths of the cylinders which in turn controls the movement of the arm when excavating.

Another example where position sensors help to control in a mobile environment is material handling. Here, the sensors can be integrated into a forklift trucks to control and automate the lifting process. On a much larger scale, there is also possibility to apply the sensors into a network of forklift trucks and transporters to assist controlling and managing the automated processes of lifting and handling in warehouses.

As for the second question, how one decides which position sensor is the right one for mobile hydraulics application, you need to know your machine, the demands the sensor should fulfill, possible approvals or standards that your mobile sector is working with. With this information it is easy to choose "your" sensor among our wide selection of position sensors for mobile hydraulics applications. The full overview can be found here and if you are still unsure about how to pick the right sensor or you want some more information, you can also send an email to info.de@mtssensors.com or give us a call at +XX XXXX XXXXXXXX.