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    Inertial Measurement Units

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Inertial Measurement Units.
    Mount these sensors to robot arms, cranes, and vehicles to accurately track their movements. Also known as movement monitoring sensors for vehicles and machines, they hold sensors for attitude, angular velocity (rotation speed), and acceleration in a housing about the size of a hockey puck. As your machine moves, these sensors send data to vehicle systems and computers in real time using SAE-J1939 protocols. They can trigger on-board safety systems, which alert operators to dangerous conditions, adjust a vehicle’s path to avoid accidents, and keep machines working in safe zones. Use these sensors right out of the box with the standard settings or customize them for specific applications with the included software. They’re rated IP67 and IP69K to hold up to dirty, dusty environments and washdowns with hot, high-pressure water.
    Mounting
    Accel. Range,
    m/s²
    Angular Velocity
    Range
    Attitude
    Range
    Resolution
    Input Voltage
    Range, V DC
    Wd.
    Lg.
    Ht.
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Fasteners
    Included
    Screw
    Size
    No. of
    Holes
    Hole Dia.,
    mm
    No. of
    Poles
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Specs.
    Met
    Mil. Spec.
    Each
    SAE-J1939 Communication Protocol—Female DT Deutsch Style Connection
    -58.84 to 58.84-500 °/s to 500 °/s-180° to 180°0.019 to 364"5 1/2"1 1/8"-40 to 185NoM8
    38.94IP67, IP69K
    UL 746C f1MIL-STD-2026181N110000000
     

    Motion-Measuring Modules for Development Boards

    Measure your device's acceleration, rotation, or orientation. These modules gather data over time and track movement, which can help improve performance, debug issues, and calibrate your components. Solder them onto a development board. To connect them to your device, solder on a wire or header. For a solderless connection, use a Qwiic cord (not included).
    Modules with Accelerometer and Gyroscope
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Development Board Sensor Modules. Motion-Measuring Modules for Development Boards.
    A gyroscope measures how fast your device is rotating.
    An accelerometer measures the rate at which your device is speeding up or slowing down.
    Output Data
    Accel., g
    Velocity
    Resolution,
    bit
    Freq.,
    kHz
    Measures
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    I2C
    Address
    Connection
    Method
    No. of Qwiic
    Connections
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Each
    I²C Communication Protocol—Qwiic Connection
    2
    4
    8
    16
    125 °/s
    250 °/s
    500 °/s
    1,000 °/s
    2,000 °/s
    4,000 °/s
    167.68Acceleration, Angular Velocity-40 to 1851.71 to 3.60x6A
    0x6B
    Solder21"1"8184N12000000
     
    Modules with Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Development Board Sensor Modules. Motion-Measuring Modules for Development Boards.
    A gyroscope measures how fast your device is rotating.
    A magnetometer measures your device's orientation.
    An accelerometer measures the rate at which your device is speeding up or slowing down.
    Output Data
    Accel., g
    Velocity
    Magnetic Field
    Measuring, G
    Resolution,
    bit
    Freq.,
    kHz
    Measures
    Temp. Range,
    ° F
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    I2C Address
    Connection
    Method
    No. of Qwiic
    Connections
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Each
    I²C Communication Protocol—Qwiic Connection
    2
    4
    8
    16
    125 °/s
    250 °/s
    500 °/s
    1,000 °/s
    2,000 °/s
    4,000 °/s
    0 to 8181Acceleration, Angular Velocity, Magnetic Field Strength-40 to 2201.71 to 3.60x6A
    0x6B
    0x30
    Solder21"1"8184N13000000
     

    Digital Pitch Angle Indicators

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Angle Indicators. Digital Pitch Angle Indicators.
    The LCD on this digital angle indicator shows angle in degrees and percent of slope. The display inverts when you turn it upside down.
    Overall
    Angle Measured
    Range
    Accuracy
    Angle Numeric
    Increments
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Material
    Color
    Digital Display
    Type
    Batteries
    Included
    Features
    Each
    0° to 360°±0.1°0.1°6 5/8"1 3/8"2 1/8"PlasticBlackLCDYesPitch Gauge23325A120000000
     

    Digital Horizontal-Plane Angle Indicators

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Angle Indicators. Digital Horizontal-Plane Angle Indicators.
    Check the angle of your horizontal surface side-to-side and front-to-back. These indicators have a highly accurate sensor and precision ground stainless steel base. The LCD display shows slope, level, and angle in numerical values along with an image of a manual angle indicator. If you flip them so the LCD display is upright, they’ll automatically switch from checking two angles to check a single angle on a horizontal or vertical surface. They come with cable and a wall plug adapter for charging.
    Because it’s stainless steel, the base makes these indicators a durable choice for industrial applications where plastic-bodied indicators would be too fragile. A V-groove provides stability on curved surfaces.
    Overall
    Display
    Angle Measured
    Range
    Accuracy
    Angle Numeric
    Increments
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Material
    Screen
    Type
    Type
    Batteries
    Included
    Battery
    Type
    Container
    Type
    Features
    Each
    -30° to 30°±0.05°0.01°4 1/2"1"2 5/8"Stainless Steel
    GraphicLCDYesRechargeableCarrying CaseV-Groove6726N110000000
     

    1-Axis Tilt Angle Indicators

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Angle Indicators. 1-Axis Tilt Angle Indicators.
    A ball inside a level tube indicates the side-to-side tilt angle.
    Overall
    Side-to-Side Tilt Angle
    Measuring Range
    Accuracy
    Graduations
    Angle Numeric
    Increments
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Material
    Color
    Each
    Angle Indicators
    0° to 3°±0.5°0.5°9"1 1/8"2"PlasticBlack20035A35000000
     
    Adhesive Back
    0° to 6°±0.8°3 5/8"3/8"5/8"PlasticBlack20035A2600000
    0° to 6°
    0° to 26°
    ±1°
    ±1.2°


    5 1/8"7/8"2 1/8"PlasticBlack20035A2800000
    0° to 10°±1°3 1/2"3/8"1 1/2"PlasticBlack20035A2200000
    0° to 15°±1.5°5"1/2"2"PlasticBlack20035A3400000
    0° to 26°±1.2°5 1/8"1/2"2 1/8"PlasticBlack20035A2500000
    0° to 45°±1.8°15°3 1/2"3/8"1 5/8"PlasticBlack20035A2100000
    0° to 45°±1.8°15°4"3/8"1 3/4"PlasticBlack20035A3600000
    0° to 50°±2°10°6 3/8"3/4"2 7/8"PlasticBlack20035A2300000
     

    Digital Angle Indicators

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Angle Indicators. Digital Angle Indicators.
    These angle indicators display highly accurate angle, level, and tilt measurements. They come set at true 0°, but you can choose an alternate zero point with the push of a button. Another button will freeze the reading on the display. Indicators have machined leveling surfaces, a V-groove for stability on curved surfaces, and two 6-32 threaded holes for mounting.
    RS-232—Angle indicator with an RS-232 computer connection can be used for ASCII output.
    Overall
    Mounting
    Holes
    Angle Measured
    Range
    Accuracy @
    Zero Point
    Overall
    Accuracy
    No. of Measuring
    Quadrants
    Quadrant Angle
    Measured Range
    Angle Numeric
    Increments
    Serial Port
    Interface
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Material
    Digital Display
    Type
    No.
    of
    Thread
    Size
    Batteries
    Included
    Features
    Each
    Screw On
    0° to 360°±0.10° @ 0° to 10°±0.2°40° to 90°0.1°6"1 1/4"2"Aluminum
    LCD26-32
    YesV-Groove, Display-Freezing Button21465A810000000
    0° to 360°±0.05° @ 0° to 10°±0.2°40° to 90°0.01°RS-2326"1 1/4"2"Aluminum
    LCD26-32
    YesV-Groove, Display-Freezing Button21465A82000000
     

    Digital Angle Indicators with Calibration Certificate

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Angle Indicators. Digital Angle Indicators with Calibration Certificate.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Angle Indicators. Digital Angle Indicators with Calibration Certificate.

    These angle indicators come with a calibration certificate that's traceable to NIST and includes the test measurements that confirm accuracy. The display shows highly accurate angle, level, and tilt measurements. They come set at true 0°, but you can choose an alternate zero point with the push of a button. Another button will freeze the reading on the display. Indicators have machined leveling surfaces, a V-groove for stability on curved surfaces, and two 6-32 threaded holes for mounting.
    RS-232—Angle indicator with an RS-232 computer connection can be used for ASCII output.
    Overall
    Mounting
    Holes
    Angle Measured
    Range
    Accuracy @
    Zero Point
    Overall
    Accuracy
    No. of Measuring
    Quadrants
    Quadrant Angle
    Measured Range
    Angle Numeric
    Increments
    Serial Port
    Interface
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Material
    Digital Display
    Type
    No.
    of
    Thread
    Size
    Batteries
    Included
    Features
    Each
    Screw On
    0° to 360°±0.10° @ 0° to 10°±0.2°40° to 90°0.1°6"1 1/4"2"Aluminum
    LCD26-32
    YesV-Groove, Display-Freezing Button21465A710000000
    0° to 360°±0.05° @ 0° to 10°±0.2°40° to 90°0.01°RS-2326"1 1/4"2"Aluminum
    LCD26-32
    YesV-Groove, Display-Freezing Button21465A72000000
     

    2-Axis Tilt Angle Indicators

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Angle Indicators. 2-Axis Tilt Angle Indicators.
    Measure 40° front-to-back tilt in addition to side-to-side tilt. A ball inside a level tube indicates the side-to-side tilt angle.
    Tilt Angle
    Measuring Range
    Overall
    Side-to-Side
    Front-to-Back
    Accuracy
    Graduations
    Angle Numeric
    Increments
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Material
    Color
    Mounting Hardware
    Included
    Fasteners
    Included
    Each
    Screw On
    0° to 25°0° to 40°±1.5°5 3/4"2 1/4"2 3/8"PlasticBlackYesYes3799A31000000
    0° to 45°0° to 40°±1.8°15°5"2 1/4"2 3/8"PlasticBlackYesYes3799A3400000
     

    Tilt Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tilt Switches. Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tilt Switches. Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tilt Switches. Style C.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tilt Switches. Style D.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tilt Switches. Style E.

    Style D

    Style E

    Often used as position indicators, pump level controls, and machine limit switches, these switches actuate when tilted to a certain angle. They mount horizontally and activate when tilted downward, and deactivate when tilted up. All combine electromechanical and solid state technologies for reliability and long life.
    Differential Angle—Differential angle is the total angle from the point of activation to the point of deactivation.
    Style
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    Differential
    Angle
    No. of Wire
    Leads
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Ht.
    Dp.
    Housing
    Material
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Ring-Terminal Wire Connection
    A11 Off
    SPST-NO
    0.1 amp @ 120V AC, 0.25 amp @ 24V DC60V DC/120V AC15°20.53"1.88"PlasticNEMA 4, IP67
    3108K1000000
     
    Spade-Terminal Wire Connection
    A11 Off
    SPST-NO
    2.5 amp @ 120V AC280V AC15°20.53"1.88"PlasticNEMA 4, IP67
    3108K200000
     
    Wire Lead Connection
    B11 Off
    SPST-NO
    20 amp @ 24V DC40V DC10°20.75"2"PlasticNEMA 4, IP67
    3108K400000
    C11 Off
    SPST-NO
    10 amp @ 12V DC18V DC30°21.22"1.07"0.8"PlasticNEMA 4, IP67
    3108K300000
    D11 Off
    SPST-NO
    15 amp @ 120V AC120V AC15°33"1.5"2"PlasticNEMA 4, IP67
    3108K5000000
    D11 Off
    SPST-NO
    15 amp @ 220V AC220V AC15°33"1.5"2"PlasticNEMA 4, IP67
    3108K6000000
    E11 On
    SPST-NC
    2 amp @ 120V AC220V AC25°21.5"0.8"1.3"PlasticNEMA 4, IP67
    3108K800000
    E11 On
    SPST-NC
    2 amp @ 120V AC220V AC40°21.5"0.8"1.3"PlasticNEMA 4, IP67
    3108K700000
     
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