Although the eddyNCDT 3001 sensor is similar in size to a typical proximity or inductive sensor, its measuring performance is much greater, making it ideal for OEM displacement, distance and position measurement applications. With a compact M12 design, integrated electronics, high measurement accuracy and linearity, as well as its high frequency response rate of 5 kHz, are outstanding characteristics when compared to other sensors.
The sensors are protected to IP67 and so are suitable for a wide range of applications including automation, machine building and systems integration.
All conditioning electronics on the sensor are completely integrated into the sensor housing. However, the compact M12 dimensions do not mean lower performance; the sensor's temperature-compensated electronics provides high measurement stability (0.03% FSO) even in fluctuating ambient temperatures.
The sensor can be supplied in single quantities for customer evaluation purposes or to modify the sensor to suit higher volume OEM applications.
It is factory-calibrated for both ferrous and non-ferromagnetic materials, which eliminates the need for any onsite calibration. The robust IP67 sensor design, combined with the true eddy current measuring principle, enables measurements in harsh industrial environments (oil, pressure, dirt, dust), as well as for offshore and marine applications (saltwater-resistant). The sensor has a measuring range of 2mm or 4mm and a frequency response of 5kHz (-3dB). Temperature compensation range is from 0°C to +70°C.