Measurement Specialties, INC.

A compensated, media-isolated, mV output pressure sensor has been introduced by Measurement Specialties, signalling an expansion of the existing 154 Series. The 154B (Backside) sensor is designed without a header for o-ring mounting for OEM applications where compatibility with corrosive media is required. 

Measurement Specialties has recently released the TSYS02 family of compact digital temperature sensors that easily integrates into a variety of industrial control, HVAC/R and heating/cooling systems. The series’ outstanding performance-cost ratio makes these sensors ideal for automotive and medical applications, and the SMT-compatible package enables the sensors to be used in high volume applications for on-circuit temperature control.

Measurement Specialties has just released to production its new MS5805-02BA01 digital barometric pressure sensor module. With sealing designed for 2.5 x 1mm O-ring, this small altimeter requires only 4 large pads for operation and uses I2C communication.

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Measurement Specialties has just released to production its new MS5637-02BA03 digital barometric pressure sensor module. This ultra-compact 3x3x0.9mm micro altimeter requires only 4 large pads for operation and uses I2C communication.

NASA's Landsat Data Continuity Mission launched Feb. 11 from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. This joint NASA and U.S. Geological Survey mission will provide additional information to the longest continuous data record of Earth's surface as viewed from space. On-Board the Landsat 8 Satellite will be NASA GFSC space qualified temperature sensors.

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Measurement Specialties is now in full production of its Model 8042-01 Submersible IEPE Accelerometer certified for >100 meter depth. This sensor is available in ±10g, ±80g and ±500g dynamic ranges with an operating temperature range of -20 ºC through +80 ºC, non-linearity of ±1% and shock protection to 5000 g’s.

Measurement Specialties confirmed today that their space qualified temperature thermistors are part of the SAM suite investigation contained in the MSL analytical laboratory on board the Mars Curiosity Rover. The primary mission of SAM is to investigate the capability of Mars to have supported life in the past, if it can support life now and in the future.

Measurement Specialties has just released to production its new urea dosing U86B media isolated analogue pressure sensor module, as well as added an “Absolute” pressure type for its existing model 86A. These amplified, ASIC calibrated sensors were designed to be mountable with o-ring seals for high performance, low pressure applications. These sensors utilize silicone oil to transfer pressure from its 316L stainless steel diaphragm to its sensing element.

Measurement Specialties ESP 32DTC pressure scanners were recently deployed in a HIFIRE scramjet missile test designed to explore technologies required to achieve hypersonic flight. The missile was launched from the Pacific Missile Range Facility in Hawaii and climbed to an altitude of 100,000 feet while accelerating from speeds of Mach 6 to Mach 8.

Measurement Specialties is announcing for release its latest new product – the KPSI 380 Submersible Temperature Transducer. This new product leads the industry with an accuracy specification of ±0.1°C with stability of ±0.05°C per 12 months.

Measurement Specialties, Inc. has recently redesigned the EGCS-D0 accelerometer to enable it to accurately and reliably measure up to ±10,000g. This rugged device is critically damped, which is the ideal mechanism to protect the accelerometer against ±20,000g impacts and prevent sensor ringing. The EGCS-D0 accelerometer is now available in ranges from ±5g to ±10,000g which makes it ideal for both critical low-g measurements and high-g impacts.

Measurement Specialties, Inc. has just released to production the Model 140 remote in-line DC amplifier. Designed to be used with bridge-type mV output transducers, the amplifier features five user-selectable gain settings with a gain accuracy of ±0.5% and a wide bandwidth to 100kHz.

Measurement Specialties, Inc. has just released its new LTA/LTB submersible level transducers for production that are specifically designed to meet the rigorous environments encountered in liquid level measurement and control.

Measurement Specialties, Inc. has recently designed and brought to production a high temperature version of their subminiature LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transformer), the highly reliable Model XS-B. This small position sensor has a mere 3/16 inch [4.8mm] diameter with custom design capability to diameters of 1/8 inch [3.1mm].

Measurement Specialties, Inc. has just released to production its ultra low noise Model 4807A Accelerometer. This DC response accelerometer features micro-g resolution and offers an industry-first, remote auto zero function. The 4807A provides an amplified, signal conditioned output in ranges from ±2g to ±200g with a dynamic range of 98dB. This sensor incorporates a gas damped silicon MEMS sensing element with integral mechanical overload stops for shock protection up to 5,000g as well as a wide bandwidth from DC to 1500Hz.

Measurement Specialties, Inc. Model TSYS01 digital temperature sensor encapsulates a temperature sensing chip and a 24-bit ADC in a QFN16 package. This new technology provides on-board factory calibration coefficients that provide highly accurate temperature information accompanied by high measurement resolution. For improved performance specific to the application, custom calibration is available upon request. Integration with microcontrollers is achieved through an I2C or SPI interface.

Measurement Specialties, Inc. has just released to production the Model 4332 triaxial accelerometer. This COTS sensor features damped MEMS sensing technology, an amplified output and is packaged in a rugged aluminum housing with integral cable assembly. It is offered in ranges from ±2 and ±5g with a low-pass filter set at 50Hz. This temperature compensated device has an operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C and complies with IP68 requirements for submersion in water to a ten meter depth.

Measurement Specialties has just released its new fluid property sensor (HTM2500B3C4OIL) for measuring dissolved water in oil. This is critical data for oil system management as water consumes oil additives that can result in severe mechanical damages due to degradation of lubricant properties. This rugged device is specifically designed for OEM applications where cost-effectiveness, accuracy and reliability are critical.