November 21, 2011 - MTS Systems introduced a detached electronics housing system for use with Temposonics R-Series Sensors. The R-Series Model RD4 housing allows the electronics to be removed from harsh environments where they may be damaged by temperature, shock, vibration or other conditions. In addition to the detached housing style of the RD4, MTS Sensors also offers a rod-style (RH), profile-style (RP) and flexible style (RF) housing style for all of the R-Series output types. The detached electronics housing model is available with all of the Temposonics R-Series advanced output protocols, including Synchronous Serial Output (SSI), EtherNet/IP, Profibus, CANbus, DeviceNet, EtherCAT and analog.
Early adopters of the detached electronics system include MTS Sensors’ customers in the fluid power, steel production, woodworking, linear actuators and similar industries. The R-Series Model RD4 sensor also allows for greater design flexibility, making it easier to install smaller sensing element housing in tight spaces such as clevis mount cylinders.
