Balluff’s IP69K ProCompact Micropulse Transducer – designed for water management applications

The level and flow of waterways like rivers, lakes, and streams are often managed to enable surrounding communities to better use them as sources of water and energy. A common part of water management is the use of gates and valves to control the flow of water depending on rainfall, snowmelt, and other seasonal or variable factors.

Hydraulic cylinders are typically employed to control these gates and valves, with an electronic linear position transducer providing position feedback from the cylinder to the gate or valve control system. High ambient humidity, splashing water, temperature and atmospheric pressure fluctuations, and partial or even complete submersion of the electronic transducer demand a sensor housing that is built to withstand these rugged operating conditions.
Balluff’s IP69K-rated ProCompact transducer is specifically designed to meet the stringent requirements of water management applications. Rated for high pressure washdown, the ProCompact’s hermitically sealed, welded stainless steel housing withstands environmental conditions that would drastically shorten the lifespan of standard linear feedback sensors.
Micropulse transducers from Balluff are absolutely wear and maintenance free, guaranteeing the user extremely long service life without non-productive and expensive downtimes.
For more information on the Balluff range of products contact our sales office on 0161 282 4700, email: sales@balluff.co.uk, web: www.balluff.co.uk