Product overview A tie rod magnetostrictive displacement sensor designed for external mounting on cylinder bodies to provide stable, reliable position feedback. The sensor delivers clear data transmission and a practical installation profile for a wide range of industrial applications. Key benefits Stable long term operation: Magnetostrictive measurement ensures consistent position readings over extended service intervals, reducing the need for frequent recalibration. Reliable data transmission: Designed to produce clear, repeatable output for motion control and monitoring systems, helping prevent process interruptions caused by ambiguous signals. Practical installation and use: External tie rod mounting simplifies retrofits and maintenance without disassembling the cylinder, saving installation time. Versatile application: Compatible with many tie rod cylinder arrangements and control systems, making it suitable for different automation and test setups. Features and attributes Function: Continuous displacement measurement of cylinder piston position using magnetostrictive sensing. Mounting: External tie rod cylinder installation for straightforward attachment and replacement. Design: Compact sensor profile to minimize interference with machine envelopes and cylinder operation. Performance: Stable, resolution position feedback suitable for closed loop control and monitoring. Compatibility: Works with standard tie rod cylinders and common control interfaces used in automation and hydraulic systems. Durability: Built for long term stable use in industrial environments. How it solves common problems Eliminates guesswork in piston positioning by providing direct, fidelity displacement feedback. Reduces downtime during upgrades or repairs because the external mounting allows fast sensor replacement and retrofitting. Improves control loop accuracy and repeatability by delivering steady and clear signals to controllers and data acquisition systems. Typical applications Industrial automation: Position feedback for hydraulic or pneumatic tie rod cylinders in stamping, molding, and material handling equipment. Mobile and off highway machinery: External cylinder sensing for boom and actuator position monitoring during operation and maintenance. Test benches and quality control: Precise displacement measurement for functional testing of actuators and process validation. What to consider when choosing this sensor Verify physical compatibility with the tie rod cylinder dimensions and available mounting space. Confirm electrical and signal interface compatibility with your controller, PLC, or data acquisition system. Plan routing and protection for the signal cable according to your machine layout to maintain reliable transmission. This magnetostrictive tie rod displacement sensor provides practical external mounting, dependable signal quality, and broad applicability for position sensing tasks where stable long term performance is required.