Specialized Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
SEN0201

SEN0201

DFRobot

LEDDAR M16 SENSOR MODULE (95 DEG

0

CM 10/50

CM 10/50

SpotSee

COLDMARK 10C/50F

1000

PH-2-90M

PH-2-90M

Omron Automation & Safety Services

ELECTRODE UNDERWATER DUAL 90M

1

PSA-SB-0901T-9.176 MHZ

PSA-SB-0901T-9.176 MHZ

NDK

QCM SENSOR 9.176 MHZ SMD

0

101990653

101990653

Seeed

DRAGINO LORAWAN DOOR SENSOR - EU

0

K7L-AT50

K7L-AT50

Omron Automation & Safety Services

AMPLIFIER LIQUID LEAKAGE SENSOR

37

T0610

T0610

Comet America

WEBSENSOR,POE - THERMOMETER

20

1-2314277-1

1-2314277-1

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

AMBIMATE MS4 MULTI-SENSOR MODULE

96

SC-14X1-SIPM-T

SC-14X1-SIPM-T

X-RAY RADIATION SENSOR

6

IQS620-1-DNR

IQS620-1-DNR

Azoteq

MULTIFUNCTION SINGLE CHIP SENSOR

0

MNS2-9-W2-WS-WD-L03-WP

MNS2-9-W2-WS-WD-L03-WP

Monnit

ALTA WIRELESS WATER DETECTION PL

24

LV 25-P

LV 25-P

LEM USA, Inc.

TRANSDUCR VOLTAG CLOSE LOOP 10MA

162

EX-F62-PN-C5

EX-F62-PN-C5

Panasonic

SENSOR LIQUID LEAK 12-24VDC PNP

0

T0006118

T0006118

TEKTELIC Communications

LORA SMART ROOM SENSOR (EU/PIR)

95

34-00003

34-00003

Interlink Electronics

Sensor, FSLP

0

WL10-NP-4

WL10-NP-4

Nidec Copal Electronics

LIQUID LEAK SENSORS

3

ZMH1000B

ZMH1000B

Red Lion

ZM .375"SFT 1000PPR QD 2M

0

TSL1401CL

TSL1401CL

ams

IC LINEAR SENSOR ARRAY 128X1 CL

0

PH-2-60M

PH-2-60M

Omron Automation & Safety Services

ELECTRODE UNDERWATER DUAL 60M

1

2314277-2

2314277-2

TE Connectivity AMP Connectors

AMBIMATE MS4 MULTI-SENSOR MODULE

94

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

TypeFunctional CharacteristicsApplication Examples
MEMS AccelerometersMicro-electromechanical systems for measuring acceleration forcesSmartphone motion control, structural health monitoring
Fiber Optic SensorsUses light transmission for high-precision measurements in EMI-sensitive environmentsAerospace strain monitoring, oil/gas pipeline leakage detection
BiosensorsBiological recognition elements integrated with transducersGlucose monitoring, pathogen detection in clinical diagnostics
Gas Sensors (Electrochemical)Chemically selective detection of gas concentrationsIndustrial safety systems, air quality monitoring
Ultrasonic Level SensorsHigh-frequency sound wave-based distance/level measurementLiquid 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

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Measurement RangeOperational limits of detectable inputDetermines application suitability
Accuracy ( %)Deviation from true valueImpacts system reliability
Response TimeTime to reach 90% of final outputCrucial for real-time control systems
Operating TemperatureEnvironmental tolerance rangeAffects deployment in extreme conditions
Signal-to-Noise RatioMeasurement clarity vs. background interferenceKey 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

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Specifications
Honeywell SensingMLX90247LVProgrammable angle sensor, 0.5 accuracy
Bosch SensortecBMP580Pressure sensor with 2cm altitude resolution
TE ConnectivityPPT0010High-temp pressure sensor (up to 150 C)
Danfoss FCEKC 346BRefrigeration temperature controller (-40 to 150 C)
First SensorIDS3010UV/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

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