Monitoring machine health is especially important. It helps in documenting when the service is due and, in the long run, if the machine needs any part to be replaced. However, with the different types of sensors available in the market, finding the right one seems like a tedious task. When looking for a vibration sensor, you need to first insect the machine part that needs to be monitored. STI Vibration Monitoring Inc supplies you with different types of sensors for any need of yours. Be it a displacement sensor (to measure shaft motion), velocity sensor (the frequency of rotating machinery parts), or an accelerometer (general-purpose motor sensors) STI Vibration Monitoring Inc has a solution for you.
However, different aspects need to be considered when selecting a vibration sensor. Depending on the application, you choose the right sensor. The following are some points that will help in selecting the right vibration sensor.
The measuring ranges
Different parameters are used for measuring the range of the sensor. For example, if you want to calculate the Gs to measure acceleration while linear velocity is measured in/sec and displacement and proximity in terms of inches. There are different high vibration fans for different measuring ranges.
The frequency ranges
This is measured in Hertz or Hz. It helps to measure the number of vibrations that typically occurs in some set period of cycles.
The accuracy
This is determined based on an error percentage that is allowed for the complete range of measurement of a device.
The ambient conditions
Here, factors like the temperature, maximum vibration, and shock levels must be handled by the sensors. It represents the maximum abuse or wears and tear a device can withstand when it breaks down. This is different than the amount of acceleration or vibration that the sensors can calculate or measure.
The transverse sensitivity
It is a force that is orthogonal to a measured range and has a direct impact on the readings taken. This impact is measured and represented in percentage denoting the allowable interference without any restrictions.
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