Specialized Sensors

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
CM 0/32 SpotSee	COLDMARK 0C / 32F	9900
OCB350L250Z TT Electronics / Optek Technology	BOARD CALIBR CIRCUIT OPB350L250	161
TPR40-P101-S Azoteq	40MM ROUND GESTURE TRACKPAD	27
MPXY8020A6U Freescale Semiconductor, Inc. (NXP Semiconductors)	PEIZORESISTIVE SENSOR, ABSOLUTE,	52
MNS2-9-IN-VD-AC Monnit	ALTA INDUSTRIAL WIRELESS VOLTAGE	0
444-43-23-262 Luna Optoelectronics (Advanced Photonix)	DETECTOR/AMP UV 11.3MM DIA	0
FC30TR STMicroelectronics	IC MEMS FUNCTIONAL SENSOR 14-LGA	0
PH-2-5M Omron Automation & Safety Services	ELECTRODE UNDERWATER DUAL 5M	3
FXTH870502DT1 NXP Semiconductors	IC SENSOR MULTICHIP Z-AXIS 24QFN	1927
TZ-USB02 SpotSee	USB TEMP RECORDER (2-8C )	500
WIRELESS ALERT TH Lascar Electronics	TEMP AND RH MONITOR WITH EMAIL A	28
CRD5110-150-1 CR Magnetics, Inc.	MULTI DGTL SENSOR 150 VAC 1 AAC	0
MAX30105EFD+ Maxim Integrated	SENSOR OPTIC AIR QUAL 14-OESIP	0
ZPS SOD-000-00068 Zimmer and Peacock	SOLID STATE SODIUM SENS 10 PACK	10
1-2314291-2 TE Connectivity AMP Connectors	AMBIMATE MODULE, MS4, PTH, WITH	689
CISS Bosch Connected Devices and Solutions	CONNECTED INDUSTRIAL SENSOR SOLU	0
EX-F62-PN Panasonic	SENSOR LEAK DETECT 12-24VDC PNP	661
EX-F62 Panasonic	SENSOR LEAK DETECT 12-24VDC NPN	102
WM 8/46-12 SpotSee	WARMMARK 8C/46F 12 HR 1 WINDOW	4000
CM -3/-26 SpotSee	COLDMARK -3C/-26F	1000

Specialized Sensors

1. Overview

Specialized sensors are precision devices designed to detect and measure specific physical, chemical, or biological parameters in targeted applications. Unlike general-purpose sensors, these devices are optimized for unique operational conditions, offering enhanced accuracy, durability, and compatibility with niche systems. Their importance in modern technology spans industries such as healthcare, aerospace, industrial automation, and environmental monitoring, enabling advancements in IoT, autonomous systems, and smart infrastructure.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

Type	Functional Characteristics	Application Examples
MEMS Accelerometers	Micro-electromechanical systems for measuring acceleration forces	Smartphone motion control, structural health monitoring
Fiber Optic Sensors	Uses light transmission for high-precision measurements in EMI-sensitive environments	Aerospace strain monitoring, oil/gas pipeline leakage detection
Biosensors	Biological recognition elements integrated with transducers	Glucose monitoring, pathogen detection in clinical diagnostics
Gas Sensors (Electrochemical)	Chemically selective detection of gas concentrations	Industrial safety systems, air quality monitoring
Ultrasonic Level Sensors	High-frequency sound wave-based distance/level measurement	Liquid level control in chemical processing tanks

3. Structure and Components

Typical specialized sensors consist of: - Sensing Element: Converts physical phenomena to electrical signals (e.g., piezoresistive membranes) - Signal Conditioning Circuitry: Amplifies/conditions raw signals (e.g., Wheatstone bridges) - Protective Housing: Environmental isolation (e.g., IP68-rated stainless steel enclosures) - Interface Connectors: Standardized outputs (e.g., CANbus, 4-20mA, wireless protocols) - Calibration Elements: Laser-trimmed resistors or digital compensation algorithms

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Description	Importance
Measurement Range	Operational limits of detectable input	Determines application suitability
Accuracy ( %)	Deviation from true value	Impacts system reliability
Response Time	Time to reach 90% of final output	Crucial for real-time control systems
Operating Temperature	Environmental tolerance range	Affects deployment in extreme conditions
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	Measurement clarity vs. background interference	Key for precision in noisy environments

5. Application Fields

Healthcare: ECG machines, implantable glucose monitors
Automotive: Tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS), LiDAR for autonomous vehicles
Industrial: Predictive maintenance vibration sensors, hazardous gas detectors
Environmental: Water quality sensors, seismic activity monitors
Aerospace: Aircraft wing strain gauges, hypersonic vehicle thermal sensors

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Specifications
Honeywell Sensing	MLX90247LV	Programmable angle sensor, 0.5 accuracy
Bosch Sensortec	BMP580	Pressure sensor with 2cm altitude resolution
TE Connectivity	PPT0010	High-temp pressure sensor (up to 150 C)
Danfoss FC	EKC 346B	Refrigeration temperature controller (-40 to 150 C)
First Sensor	IDS3010	UV/VIS spectrometric sensor for fluid analysis

7. Selection Recommendations

Key selection criteria include: - Match measurement range with application extremes - Consider environmental factors (temperature, humidity, EMI) - Evaluate output compatibility with control systems - Prioritize intrinsic safety certifications for hazardous areas - Balance cost vs. long-term stability requirements - Verify calibration traceability to NIST standards

8. Industry Trends

Current developments include: - Integration with AI edge-processing for smart sensors - Advancements in nanomaterial-based sensing elements - Growth of wireless sensor networks (WSN) in IIoT - Miniaturization through advanced MEMS fabrication - Multi-sensor fusion for enhanced contextual awareness - Energy-harvesting designs for self-powered operation - Increased adoption of optical sensing in 5G infrastructure