APPLICATION NOTE: Unusual measurement tasks for Burster load cells and force sensors – available from Ixthus Instrumentation

Ixthus Instrumentation Ltd is a distribution partner with Burster GmbH, the German precision instrument and sensor manufacturer, supplying complete solutions for torque, force, and angle measurement across a wide range of industries. Amongst a diversity of more conventional measurement applications that include test stands for motor and drive performance evaluation and industrial press monitoring systems, […]

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Power transmission torque measurement: NCTE’s inline shaft mounted torque sensors are available from Ixthus

The German manufacturer NCTE develops and manufactures in-line shaft sensors that measure torque and other forces such as shear and bending moment. Available with full support in the UK from Ixthus Instrumentation, these directly mounted sensors are especially practical for dynamic, high precision load measurement of power transmission and power take-off (PTO) shafts where real-time […]

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APPLICATION NOTE – Ixthus deliver quality improving measurement solutions for manual presses with Burster load cells, displacement sensors and force monitoring hardware

Through its exclusive UK and Ireland distribution partnership with Burster GmbH, Ixthus Instrumentation Ltd supplies complete solutions for manual presses where the German measurement specialists’ load cells, displacement sensors and monitoring electronics can realise consistent production quality and throughput improvements as well as overall TCO savings and potential for preventative maintenance. Available as system integrated […]

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New from Ixthus Instrumentation: Two digital strain gauge signal conditioning modules from Strainsert

Ixthus Instrumentation has expanded its range of force and load cell instrumentation accessories with two high performance digital strain gauge signal conditioning modules from its USA distribution partner Strainsert Inc. Aimed at measurement tasks where accuracy, resolution, and stability are essential, the new products include a single channel option with USB connectivity and a model […]

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Robust and durable linear measurement: New heavy duty, inductive linear position sensor suits vehicles and machines in harsh environments

Ixthus Instrumentation Ltd, the sensor and instrumentation systems manufacturer and distributor, has expanded its range of linear position sensors with the new heavy-duty, inductive technology equipped ILT series for measurement stroke length from 25 mm to 600 mm. An exceptionally durable and compact 35 mm diameter anodised aluminium casing offers IP67 / IP69K environment rating […]

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APPLICATION NOTE: Smallest triangulation sensor on the market: Riftek’s RF609 series inner diameter hole measurement probe now Wi-Fi enabled

Riftek RF609 series laser triangulation probes are specifically designed for precision geometric measurement and inspection of small inner diameter holes, typically from 9 mm to 48 mm. Now available, with full support from Riftek’s exclusive UK and Ireland distribution partner Ixthus Instrumentation, a newly released version adds a Wi-Fi interface to the device to facilitate […]

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Strainsert’s new wireless load sensors and load cell telemetry systems enable long distance, cablefree measurement

Two new high-performance load sensor products from Strainsert Inc., based on license-free, 2.4GHz telemetry with a working range up to 800 metres, will facilitate straightforward and cost-effective installation for single- or multi-sensor use over long distances, problematic installations and otherwise challenging load measurement tasks. Especially compelling as an alternative for system set-ups where long and […]

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PROFINET interfaced 3D laser measurement: Riftek’s latest custom scanning system tracks geometric parameters for tyre steel-band components

Riftek, the measurement specialist represented in the UK by Ixthus Instrumentation, continues to develop bespoke measurement solutions for high-throughput manufacturing processes centred around its well proven range of 2D laser triangulation sensors. The latest custom-engineered project is a fully automated Industrial Ethernet based system that measures internal geometric parameters of the cylindrical steel bands that […]

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Industry 4.0 sensor instrumentation: Burster’s new generation 9251 Ethernet fieldbus controller combines with the versatile 9250 instrumentation amplifier for fast, user-friendly and smart data acquisition

Bursters new generation 9251 series fieldbus controller, available in the UK from Ixthus Instrumentation, supports PROFINET, EtherCAT and ETherNet/IP – and in combination with the well proven 9250 series universal instrumentation amplifiers make light work of sensor data acquisition for the Industry 4.0 age. Featuring automatic channel detection/addressing for up to eight 9250 instrumentation amplifiers […]

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Ixthus Instrumentation Ltd gain TRACEcertification approval

Ixthus Instrumentation has recently completed the comprehensive due diligence process for TRACEcertification and gained full approval from the world leading anti-bribery standard setting organization. Initiated through its distribution partnership with Kaman Precision Products Inc., a world leader in highperformance and high-precision non-contact position measurement systems, TRACEcertification demonstrates Ixthus’ commitment to commercial transparency through its dealings […]

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