Accelerometers for process condition monitoring

Hansford Sensors now offers the HS 420 series of accelerometers with their 4-20mA outputs, specifically designed for condition monitoring applications in the process and other related industries

These days, most maintenance engineers rely on accelerometers to detect increasing levels of vibration from bearings, shafts and other rotating components on motors, fans, pumps, etc to warn them of inefficient operation or even possible future failure.

This important knowledge allows them to maintain quality and avoid plant shut-down, with its inherent high costs.

The HS 420 series of accelerometers are all built for the most demanding of operating environments.

With their robust construction in welded stainless steel, they provide exceptional levels of mechanical performance and stability, and will interface directly with most PLC and BMS systems to provide continuous monitoring of acceleration, velocity or bearing condition, to protect machinery from damage due to excessive vibration.

There is a choice of models offering side or top entry connector, tough braided cable and a submersible version sealed to IP68 and capable of being totally submerged up to a depth of 100 metres.

In the near future it is planned to launch an ATEX and IECEx certified, intrinsically safe approved version of the HS 420 for use in potentially explosive areas.

For fixing of the sensor, different mounting threads are available plus a choice of Quick-Fit or adhesive mount studs.

Hansford Sensors also produce associated equipment for use with the accelerometers including connection and switch boxes, portable vibration meters and cable assemblies.

All Hansford products are available throughout Europe via appointed agents.

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