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Application examples are often found where the standard versions of the sensors and the controller are performing at their limits. For these special tasks, the measurement systems can be modified according to the customer’s individual requirements. Changes requested include, for example, modified designs, target calibration, mounting options, individual cable lengths, modified measuring ranges or sensors with integrated controller.

Sensors can be adapted to suit customer-specific applications. Particularly for a large number of pieces, customized sensors can be produced efficiently, which results in considerable cost reductions. The compact PCB which contains the sensor element and the evaluation electronics is responsible for the signal preparation, signal evaluation and signal output. The type of measurement (distance or rotational speed measurement) and the required frequency response are adaptable. In addition, the interfaces offer numerous connectivity options. There are several outputs such as current, voltage, PWM and further digital outputs. The design of the housing, the material and the protection class can be adapted to the specific requirements. In cases where space is limited, the side shifted measurement offers a space-saving alternative. For harsh environments, the sensor is designed with a fully sealed stainless steel housing that withstands high pressure, dirt, aggressive chemicals (acids)

Thanks to its linear characteristics and its wide range of potential uses, the IST AG P14-W humidity sensor is the ideal solution for universal humidity measuring tasks in a wide variety of different applications. The sensor is capable of measuring 0 % RH to 100 % RH (maximal dew point +85 °C) with a capacitance of 150 pF ±50 pF (wired) / 180 pF ±50 pF (SMD) (at 30 % RH and +23 °C) and operates within a temperature range of -50 °C to +150 °C. Further advantages of the P14-W capacitive RH sensor include: — High chemical resistance — Very low drift — Wide temperature range — High humidity stability — Resistance to condensation — Fast recovery time — Customer-specific sensor available upon request

The IST AG FS7.4W gas flow sensor has been developed for applications with temperatures up to 400 °C. The design of the FS7.4W is based on the FS7 design which offers a symmetrical heater that enhances sensitivity. The FS7.4W flow sensor is applicable in gas and offers excellent long-term stability. The small thermal mass of the FS7.4W sensor provides a fast response time. Further advantages of the FS7.4W thermal mass flow sensor include: — Easy adaptation in various applications and housings — Excellent long-term stability — Simple signal processing — Simple calibration — Stable platinum technology — Excellent reproducibility — Customer-specific sensor available upon request The IST AG FS7.4W flow sensors are optimal for measuring gas flow in various flow applications.

With its small dimension and high sensitivity, the IST AG K5-W capacitive RH humidity sensor was developed for applications where an accurate measurement in low humidity ranges is required. The sensor is characterized by the outstanding stability in low humidity, very low drift and a high chemical resistance. With its excellent sensor characteristics, the K5-W is the optimal choice for low humidity environments. The humidity sensor is capable of measuring 0 % RH to 100 % RH (maximal dew point +85 °C) with a capacitance of 200 pF ±50 pF (at 30 % RH and +23 °C) and operates within a temperature range of -40 °C to +150 °C. Further advantages of the K5-W capacitive RH sensors include: — Fast recovery time — Very stable at low humidity — Condensation resistant — High chemical resistance — Very low drift — Wide temperature range — Customer-specific sensor available upon request

The IST AG MK33-W capacitive RH humidity sensor has been developed especially for high-end measuring applications and extreme environments making it optimal for oil applications. The MK33 excels through its extremely high humidity and temperature working range and its outstanding chemical resistance. The humidity sensor is capable of measuring 0 % RH to 100 % RH (maximal dew point +95 °C) with a capacitance of 300 pF ±40 pF (at 30 % RH and +23 °C) and operates within a temperature range of -40 °C to +190 °C. Further advantages of the MK33-W capacitive RH sensor include: — High chemical resistance — Very low drift — Wide temperature range — High humidity stability — Condensation resistant — Suitable for extreme environments — Fast recovery time — Customer-specific sensor available upon request The IST AG MK33-W humidity sensor is available with CuP-SIL-wire post-plated with Sn or Au/Cu-wire as standard configuration.

The IST AG LFS1505 conductivity sensor offers a typical cell constant of 0.68 cm-1 and a conductivity measuring range from 100 μS/cm to 200 mS/cm (extended range from 10 μS/cm to 200 mS/cm possible with cell-constant correction) within an operating temperature range of -30 °C to +100 °C. However, it easily withstands temperatures over 130 °C enabling processes like sterilization by autoclaving. Further advantages of the LFS1505 thin-film conductivity sensor include: — Wide conductivity and temperature range — Fast response time — Optimal accuracy — Resistance to various chemicals1) — Excellent long-term stability — Integrated RTD for temperature compensation — Four-electrode measurement2) — Customer-specific sensor available upon request The IST AG LFS1107 conductivity sensor is available with either Pt/Ni-wires or Cu/Ag-wires with PTFE-insulation (AWG 30) as standard wires.

The IST AG MicroFlowSens (MFS) technology was developed for fast flow measurements. Due to the membrane system, the thermal mass is reduced to the minimum resulting in a very fast response time and low power consumption. In addition to measuring flow rates, the MicroFlowSens offers an outstanding sensitivity and is able to detect flow direction. The MFS flow sensor is optimal for limited space system integration and is available as integrated sensor on a PCB. Further advantages of the MFS thermal mass flow sensor include: — Excellent solution for applications with high flow rates and fast response time in CTA mode — Very high measuring dynamic with CTA mode (10'000'000 : 1) without bypass — Excellent for the measurement of very low flow rates and leakage detection with bridge mode — High chemical resistance against aggressive gases and vapors — Different sensitivities, circuit topologies available — Detection of flow direction — Customer-specific sensor layout upon request

The IST AG LFS1710 conductivity sensor offers a typical cell constant of 0.44 cm-1 and a conductivity measuring range from 0.2 mS/cm to 200 mS/cm within an operating temperature range of -30 °C to +100 °C. However, it easily withstands temperatures over 130 °C enabling processes like sterilization by autoclaving. Further advantages of the LFS1710 thin film conductivity sensor include: — Wide conductivity and temperature range — Fast response time — Optimal accuracy — Resistance to various chemicals1) — Excellent long-term stability — Integrated RTD for temperature compensation — Four-electrode measurement2) — Customer-specific sensor available upon request The IST AG LFS1107 conductivity sensor is available with either Pt/Ni-wires or Cu/Ag-wires with PTFE-insulation (AWG 30) as standard wires.

The IST AG LFS1305 conductivity sensor offers a typical cell constant of 0.86 cm-1 and a conductivity measuring range from 100 μS/cm to 200 mS/cm within an operating temperature range of -30 °C to +100 °C. However, it easily withstands temperatures over 130 °C enabling processes like sterilization by autoclaving. Further advantages of the LFS1305 thin-film conductivity sensor include: — Wide conductivity and temperature range — Fast response time — Optimal accuracy — Resistance to various chemicals1) — Excellent long-term stability — Integrated RTD for temperature compensation — Four-electrode measurement2) — Customer-specific sensor available upon request

Despite its very small size, the IST AG FemtoCap humidity sensor has excellent sensor characteristics that are required in areas such as automotive and white good applications. In combination with external electronics, it offers an excellent cost to performance ratio. The FemtoCap is an optimal cost efficient sensor solution and is capable of measuring 0 % RH to 100 % RH (maximal dew point +85 °C) with a capacitance of 180 pF ±50 pF (at 30 % RH and +23 °C) and operates within a temperature range of -50 °C to +150 °C. Further advantages of the P14 FemtoCap capacitive RH sensor include: — High chemical resistance — Very low drift — Wide temperature range — Excellent price-performance ratio — Resistance to condensation — Solderable and bondable (fully automated assembly) — Fast recovery time — Customer-specific sensor available upon request

The IST AG FS7 thermal mass flow sensors are the successors of the FS5 flow sensors and exhibit a symmetrical heater design and enhanced sensitivity. The FS7 flow sensor is applicable in gas and offer excellent long-term stability. The small thermal mass of the FS7 sensor provides a fast response time. Additionally, the standard FS7 sensor is also available with a housing which is easily implemented into various applications. Further advantages of the FS7 thermal mass flow sensor include: — Easy adaptation in various applications and housings — Excellent long-term stability — Simple signal processing — Simple calibration — Stable platinum technology — Excellent reproducibility — Customer-specific sensor available upon request. The IST AG FS7 flow sensors are optimal for measuring gas flow in various flow applications.

The IST AG FS2 flow sensors are applicable in gas and offer excellent long-term stability. In addition to measuring flow rates, the FS2 gas flow sensor is able to detect flow direction with outstanding sensitivity. Further advantages of the FS2 thermal mass flow sensor include: — Simple signal processing — Simple calibration — Bare sensor resists up to +450 °C (customer specific) — Stable platinum technology — Excellent reproducibility — No moving mechanical parts — Customer-specific sensor available upon request The IST AG FS2 flow sensors are optimal for measuring gas flow and direction.

The IST AG MK33-W capacitive RH humidity sensor has been developed especially for high-end measuring applications and extreme environments making it optimal for oil applications. The MK33 excels through its extremely high humidity and temperature working range and its outstanding chemical resistance. The humidity sensor is capable of measuring 0 % RH to 100 % RH (maximal dew point +95 °C) with a capacitance of 300 pF ±40 pF (at 30 % RH and +23 °C) and operates within a temperature range of -40 °C to +190 °C. Further advantages of the MK33-W capacitive RH sensor include: — High chemical resistance — Very low drift — Wide temperature range — High humidity stability — Condensation resistant — Suitable for extreme environments — Fast recovery time — Customer-specific sensor available upon request The IST AG MK33-W humidity sensor is available with CuP-SIL-wire post-plated with Sn or Au/Cu-wire as standard configuration.

Application examples are often found where the standard versions of the sensors and the controller are performing at their limits. One of our special strengths is having the possibility to adapt our sensors to the individual requirements of our customers. The various measuring principles can be modified in different ways. Changes requested include, for example, modified measuring ranges, integrated controller, modified designs, mounting options or integration of different interfaces. Together we will find the best solution for your measurement task.

The pressure transmitter DMP 321 is the consistent further development of our in many applications approved DMP 331. It shows an improved signal behavior and sets new standards in the industrial class. Its metallic diaphragm made of stainless steel (1.4435 / 316L) offers a good corrosion resistance in many industrial processes. The modular device concept allows to combine different pressure ranges with a variety of electrical and mechanical connections.Thus a diversity of variations is created, meeting almost all requirements in industrial applications. Features: — nominal pressure: 0 ... 100 mbar up to 0 ... 600 bar — accuracy: 0.1 % / 0.25 % FSO — excellent thermal behavior — excellent accuracy — compact design Optional Features: — IS-version Ex ia = intrinsically safe for gases and dusts — pressure sensor welded — customer specific versions

The electronic pressure switch DS 200 is the successful combination of — intelligent pressure switch — digital display and has been specially designed for applications in various industrial sectors. As standard the DS 200 offers a PNP contact and a rotatable display module with 4-digit LED display. Optional versions like e.g. an intrinsically safe version, max. 4 contacts and an analogue output complete the profile. Features: — nominal pressure: 0 ... 100 mbar up to 0 ... 600 bar — accuracy: 0.35 % (opt. 0.25 %) FSO — indication of measured values on a 4-digit LED display — rotatable and configurable display module — 1, 2 or 4 independent PNP contacts, freely configurable — configurable contacts (switch on / switch off points, hysteresis / window mode, switch on / switch off delay) Optional Features: — IS-version Ex ia = intrinsically safe for gases — pressure sensor welded — customer specific versions

The pressure transmitter DMP 331 can be used in all industrial areas when the medium is compatible with stainless steel 1.4404 (316 L) or 1.4435 (316 L). Additional are different elastomer seals as well as a helium tested welded version available. The modulare concept of the device allows to combine different stainless steel sensors and electronic modules with a variety of electrical and mechanical versions.Thus a diversity of variations is created, meeting almost all requirements in industrial applications. Features: — nominal pressure: 0 ... 100 mbar up to 0 ... 60 bar — accuracy: 0.35 % (opt. 0.25 % / 0,1%) FSO — excellent thermal behavior — excellent accuracy — flush pressure port G 1/2" from 100 mbar Optional Features: — IS-version Ex ia = intrinsically safe for gases and dusts — SIL 2 according to IEC 61508 / IEC 61511 — pressure sensor welded — customer specific versions

The sensor technology of the DCT 533 is the same as those of the proven pressure transmitter DMP 331 / DMP 333, whereby the DCT 533 is suitable for almost every industrial application, if medium is compatible with stainless steel 316L. The modular concept of the pressure transmitter allows customized electrical or mechanical connections, so it is easy to adapt the DCT 533 to different conditions on-site. Features: — nominal pressure: 0 ... 100 mbar up to 0 ... 400 bar — accuracy: 0,35 % (opt. 0,25%) FSO — IO-Link according to specification V 1.1 — Data transfer 38.4 kBaud — Smart sensor profile — perfect thermal behaviour — excellent long term stability Optional Features: — pressure port G 1/2" flush from 100 mbar — pressure sensor welded — customer specific versions

Contrary to the industrial pressure transmitter with analog signal, DCT 532 has a digital i²C-interface. i²C has a master-slave topology, whereby you can use up to 127 devices at one master. Due to the usage of high quality materials and components, DCT 532 is suitable for almost every industrial application, if medium is compatible with stainless steel 316L. The modular concept of the pressure transmitter allows customized electrical or mechanical connections, so it is easy to adapt the DCT 532 to different conditions on-site. Features: — nominal pressure: 0 ... 100 mbar bis 0 ... 400 bar — accuracy: 0.25% FSO — output signal: digital i²C — bus frequency max. 400 kHz — configuration of data format — interrupt signal — perfect thermal behaviour — excellent long term stability Optional Features: — pressure port G 1/2" flush from 100 mbar — pressure sensor welded — customer specific versions

DCT 531 with RS485 interface uses the communication protocol Modbus RTU which has found the way in industrial communication as an open protocol. The Modbus protocol is based on a master Slave architecture with which up to 247 Slaves can be questioned by a master – the data will transfer in binary form. Due to the usage of high quality materials and components, DCT 531 is suitable for almost every industrial application, if medium is compatible with stainless steel 316L. The modular concept of the pressure transmitter allows customized electrical or mechanical connections, so it is easy to adapt the DCT 531 to different conditions on-site. Features: — nominal pressure: 0 ... 100 mbar up to 0 ... 400 bar — accuracy: 0.25% FSO — perfect thermal behaviour — excellent long term stability Optional Features: — pressure port G 1/2" flush from 100 mbar — pressure sensor welded — customer specific versions

The systems of the FTS familiy series offer thickness measurements with extreme stability and accuracy. Applying them in thermoformed flat film lines provides reliable measurement results in high precision and thus creates the basis for controlling the production process and eventually the quality achieved.

Monitoring tire geometry i.e. the measurement of radial or lateral unbalance as well as side wall detection for bulges, constrictions, dents etc., is one of the most important inspections at the end of the production process. The TGI 8302.LLT system can be easily integrated while offering precise measuring results.

The capaNCDT 6110 is a new, capacitive single-channel displacement measurement system comprising a compact controller, a sensor cable and the sensor. Due to the miniaturised controller and its easy operation, the capaNCDT 6110 is ideally suited to the integration in machines and facilities.

Encoders convert rotational movement into electrical signals. Our encoders combine the benefits of a magnetic measuring system with a robust mechanical design. They have proven themselves in a wide variety of applications across the world, even in the harshest of industrial environments. It goes without saying that these encoders offer high reliability and a long service life. • Solution individually tailored to the specific application, as up to 5 sensors can be integrated in one housing • Maintenancefree, durable operation in the harshest ambient conditions due to selected bearings and a magnetic measuring system • Highly resistant to condensation, spray, condensed water and aggressive chemical substances

Speed sensors from Lenord+Bauer are particularly suited for continuous operation in durable capital goods thanks to the magnetic sensing principle. They detect rotational and linear motion. The sensors are protected against extreme weather conditions, humidity, shock, and vibration due to an encapsulation process and specially developed production methods. Thus they are in compliance with DIN EN 50155 and meet the requirements of protection class up to IP 68. Customised versions by adapting the housing, or different cable and plug fabrication, Lenord+Bauer can implement almost any installation position. Depending on requirement, the sensors generate single or multichannel squarewave signals alternatively as voltage or current signal ranging from 0 to 25 kHz. A standstill signal can also be implemented. On request ATEXprotected product variants, special output signals for functional testing, and sensors with integrated pulse division or pulse multiplication are available.