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What is a Laser Scanner?

A laser scanner is a type of non-contacting position sensor. They are used to check surface profile, measure dimensions, sort objects and sense objects in a given area. How Does A Laser Scanner Work? Laser scanners are used to scan either an object; to determine shape, size and sometimes...

Types of Temperature Sensors

Temperature sensors are available in various types to suit different applications and industries. A different type of temperature sensor may be required due to its size, robustness, temperature range, working principle or connection options. At Ixthus we have many different types of temperature...

What is a Pressure Transducer?

A pressure transducer is a device used for accurately measuring pressure. They can also be referred to as pressure transmitters or liquid level meters when being used in water. The type of pressure they measure can either be absolute, differential or gauge pressure. To accurately measure...

What is a Sensor?

A sensor can be defined as an electronic device that is used to measure a change in the environment. There are many different types of sensor available which can measure different variables depending on the requirements of the application. Sensors are also referred to as transducers....

Types of Pressure Sensor

Pressure sensors are part of our range here at Ixthus. They are available in two main types. These types of pressure sensor are; pressure transducers and pressure switches. Another type which we also offer is combined pressure and temperature transducers. Pressure sensors are used to measure and...

Non-Contacting Position Sensors

Non-contacting position sensors – What are they? Where are they used? And why? Non-contacting position sensors are available using different types of technology. We have a variety of them within our portfolio here at Ixthus. What is a Non-Contacting Position...