The product
The HLT 1100 from HYDAC is a magnetostrictive position sensor designed for direct integration into hydraulic cylinders, offering precise and reliable linear measurements. With a 0.1 mm resolution and measurement ranges from 50 mm to 4000 mm, the HLT 1100 is ideal for applications requiring accurate position monitoring in demanding industrial environments.
Key Features:
- Magnetostrictive Technology: Ensures high-precision and reliable linear position measurements.
- Various Measurement Ranges: Available from 50 mm to 4000 mm, adapting to diverse industrial needs.
- High Resolution: Offers 0.1 mm resolution, ensuring measurement accuracy.
- Output Signal Options: Available with analog outputs (0 to 10 V or 4 to 20 mA), IO-Link, CANopen, CANopen Safety, and SSI, facilitating integration into different control systems.
- Versatile Connectivity: Provides multiple electrical connection options, including a 1 m shielded cable and M12x1 connectors, allowing flexible installation.
Specific Applications:
- Positioning of Wagon Tippers in Mining and Steel Industry: In material unloading operations, the HLT 1100 monitors the position of the clamping and support cylinders of wagon tippers, ensuring precise and secure coupling, essential for preventing tipping and material loss.
- Positioning of Cylinders in Plastic Injection Molding Machines: The sensor accurately monitors the position of hydraulic cylinders, ensuring precise movement control during the injection process, which is crucial for the quality and repeatability of manufactured parts.
- Height Adjustment of Cutters in Sugarcane Harvesters: In agricultural machinery, the HLT 1100 controls the position of cylinders that adjust cutter height, allowing a uniform and efficient sugarcane cut, adapting to terrain variations.
- Positioning of Gates and Valves in Hydroelectric Power Plants: The sensor monitors the position of cylinders controlling gate and valve openings, ensuring proper water flow and the operational safety of the plant.
- Blade Positioning in Paper Machines: The sensor ensures the precise adjustment of cutting blades, which is essential for the quality and uniformity of the produced paper.
- Tool Advancement in Lathes: The HLT 1100 monitors the position of cutting tools in lathes, enabling precise machining process control and ensuring high-quality manufactured parts.
Benefits:
- Precision and Reliability: Accurate measurements ensure efficient control of industrial processes.
- Integration Flexibility: Multiple output signal and connectivity options facilitate adaptation to various systems.
- Robustness: Designed to withstand harsh industrial environments, ensuring long service life and reliable operation.
