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The N15 series offers an SMD and Through Hole mount solution for the majority of Position/Rotary Sensor and  multi-purpose Control applications such as:

• Automotive HVAC, Seat, Rear-view mirror actuator feedback sensors and HVAC Controls.
• Temperature Control for Boilers, Wall Heaters, Showers, Radiators, Conventional and Microwave Ovens, Freezers...
• Timer & Function/Programme Select for Washing  Machines, Dishwashers and all White Goods in general.
• Size and Position detectors.
   

Standard Features:

• Conceived and designed for easy customisation.
• SMD or Through-hole Mount.
• Endless Rotation (360º).
• Wide Electrical Angle (340º +/-10º).
• Extended Mechanical Life (100k cycles).
• Working Temperature Range: -40ºC to +120ºC.
• Low Profile.
• Linearity 3%. 
• Embossed Tape or Bulk packaging.
• Reflow Soldering capability.
• Shaft insertable from both sides.
• Polarised "T" rotor (European Home Appliance standard).
• All PT/ PTC 15 shafts compatible.
• IP54 protection according to IEC 60529.
   

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This device is aimed to applications that need on-field arbitrary initial and final travel reference points calibration. Once these have been set, the A15-3P provides accurate position feedback output to the controller.

Designed to be a cost-effective replacement for absolute encoders, the A15-3P series offers an SMD, Vertical and Through Hole mount solution for the majority of Position/Angle Rotary Sensor and multi-purpose control applications such as garage door oppeners, gauges, rotary actuators and robotics.

Main features

• Electrical angle: 360º
• Designed for direct input to microprocessor.
• SMD, Horizontal or Through-hole Mount
• Endless Rotation
• Extended Mechanical Life
• Working Temperature Range (-40ºC to +120ºC)
• Low Profile (4.4 mm)
• Linearity (independent): ±2%
• Embossed Tape or Bulk packaging
• Reflow Soldering capability
• Plug-in shafts
• Shaft insertable from both sides
• Polarised "T" rotor (European Home Appliance standard)
• Ideal for Consumer Control and position sensing applications
• IP54 protection according to IEC 60529

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Custom designed power conductor made from aluminum to reduce weight and cost 

Benefits

• Approximately a 20% cost reduction relative to copper
  • Cost stability
• Approximately 50% lighter than copper (includes the extra volume)

Features

• Variety of plating options available
• Can be designed to replace a copper busbar considering thermal & physical properties
• Powder coating for safety
• Single or multi-layer laminated 

Custom designed power conductor made from copper 

Benefits

• Space saving relative to aluminum  
• Efficient thermal and electrical properties
• Lower Insulation Resistance (IR) drop

Features

• Industry standard material (commonly used/accepted)
• Versatile connection and configuration options
• Variety of plating options available
• Powder coating for safety
• Single or multi-layer laminated

One of our core competences has always been the high experience in manufacturing custom sensors and controls according to customers´ requirements, coping with even the hasher environments´ conditions using rotary, linear and multiturn contact and non-contact technologies.

The pursuit of the most cost-effective total custom-engineered Sensors Solution for your needs is firmly embedded in our business philosophy, whatever your requirements may be, from adapting standard products to complete new designs. Rapid prototyping, low batches accepted, up to 360º measuring range, analog, PWM, SPI, switch outputs are some of the key features offered by Piher. We offer accurate and reliable 360° non-contact angular position sensing.

The combination of the well-known PT15/PTC15/PS15 control potentiometers with a Detent Control Mechanism (DCM) affords the appliance designer the possibility to solder the potentiometer onto the Control PCB assembly and then, in a second operation, assemble the DCM over it. This removes the need to build Detents into the User front panel of the appliance, simplifying, and significantly reducing the total cost of the solution.

The detent torque can be modified according to Customer requirements (depending on the input dial’s diameter, etc) as can the number and position of the detents.

Features

• High & low torque detents can be freely mixed
• Cut track option (initial / final)
• Detents configurable to specific positions in complex tapers.
• Designed for PT15V or PS15 (SMD)
• Wiper positioned at 50% or fully clockwise
• Resistive track dust proof enclosed
• Up to 16 high torque detents
• Also upon request:

   Self extinguishable plastic UL 94V-0
   Wiper positioned at 50% or fully clockwise
   Special Tapers
   Crimped terminals
 

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Fully customiseable detented potentiometer that features:

• detents (or no detents)
• end stops
• plastic / metal shafts
• "plug-and-play" connectors
• "push to turn" function
• availability as switch, encoder or potentiometer

Main features

Endless Rotation (360º)
Wide Electrical Angle (340º ± 10º)
Extended Mechanical Life (25.000 cycles)
Laser trimming upon request
Resistance values*:  10k (potentiometer version)
Standard detents number*:  4, 2
Detent torque*:   900 to 1500 gf.cm
Tolerance:  ± 30%
Nominal Power: 0.15 W @ 50ºC
Linearity (absolute):   ± 5% (standard)
Taper: Linear (potentiometer version)
Life*:  25,000 cycles
Temperature Range:        -40ºC to +120ºC
Mechanical Angle:  360º
Electrical Angle:  280º ± 10º
Rotational Torque:  ≤ 50 mN.m
Max. Voltage:        38 VDC

(*) Others upon request

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The extended temperature range (-40ºC to +120ºC) allows this encoder to be employed in extreme environmental applications where other encoders currently on the market can not be used. This in combination with optional SMD or through-hole mounting makes the E-15 series ideal for automotive heating, ventilation & air conditioning, oven & microwave (white and brown goods in general), kitchen appliance and power tools.

Main features

• 3 or 6 pulses per revolution (standard).
• SMD or Through-hole Mount.
• Working Temperature Range (-40ºC to +120ºC).
• Low Profile (4.4 mm).
• Embossed Tape (SMD) or Bulk packaging (Through hole).
• Reflow Soldering capability.
• Shaft insertable from both sides.
• Polarised "T" rotor (European Home Appliance standard).
• All PT/ PTC 15 shafts compatible.
• IP54 protection according to IEC 60529.

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SGX has a proprietary MOS technology utilizing state of the art MEMS technology, combining a specialized nano-particle sensing layer with a patented poly-silicon heater. This unique design creates a highly sensitive and responsive semiconductor sensor, manufactured on an automotive production line for outstanding quality and performance. These sensors are easily capable to detect and measure combustible and pollution gasses in parts per billion (PPB) and are suitable for many environmental, automotive and industrial applications worldwide.

Main features of these sensors offer:

• Low power
• Parts per billion detection range
• Available in SMD packages
• High resistance to shocks and vibrations
• Miniature dimensions
• Long life expectancy

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High Speed Cables

LF Cable Assemblies

Flexible busbars are composed of several thin layers of copper or aluminum and are designed to efficiently distribute power across an AC or DC system. Amphenol power distribution busbars are an excellent replacement for power harness applications.

Benefits

• Ideal for thermal expansion environments
• Effective for tolerance mismatch applications
• Ideal for shock and vibration environments

Features

• Single Potential (PWR or RTN)
• Made of multiple thin sheets of copper or aluminum
• Welded ends
• Shrink tubing available

Polyimide flexible heaters provide excellent heat transfer to localized areas with a quick ramp and consistent hold of temperature.  Applications include, but are not limited to ; medical lab equipment, respiratory equipment, frost protection, fluid warming, instrumentation, and fiber optic devices.  The heaters can be turned on and off at specific temperatures as required. 

Amphenol Sincere is a one stop shop for value added flexible circuits.  We will work with your engineering team from the inception of the design through full turn-key tested circuit assemblies.  Our services include design and gerber creation, DFM reviews, full in-house assembly, and testing of final product.

• SMT and Manual Assembly
• Wave Soldering
•  Circuit Finishing including structural adhesives, epoxies, conformal coating, PSA adhesive, and Poron patches
• Passive and Active Component Testing

Amphenol Sincere provides high quality flexible printed circuit solutions for multiple markets including, but not limited to the  Industrial, Medical, Instrumentation, and Automotive markets .  By utilizing a manufacturing center of excellence in a low cost region, we offer the customer a great value at a low cost.  Our products include:

• Single Sided Flex - Type I
• Double Sided Flex - Type II
• Multilayer Flex - Type III
• Rigid-Flex - Type IV

The CR-1 Harsh Environment Chip Thermistors are Sn-coated Alloy 52 leads with high performance acid and moisture resistant coating.Our NTC chip thermistors are ideal for harsh environment applications and high volume assembly.

By Amphenol Advanced Sensors | Thermometrics, Inc.

Features:

• AEC Q200 Rev D Qualified
• Suitable for automotive, EGR, SCR, TMAP, OAT, HVAC & white goods applications
• Operation up to 190°C with excellent stability
• Small body diameter
• Fast response
• High thermal shock resistance
• Automotive/Aerospace fluids resistance
• Water immersion
• Flexible – coated leads can be formed
• Insulation resistance to 1kV d.c.
• Designed for accurate temperature measurement, control & compensation
• Tight tolerances on resistance and B value
• Available on bandolier to IEC 286-2RoHS 2011/65/EC / REACH compliant

Thermometrics CL Series of Inrush Current Limiting Thermistors consist of a disc thermistor with uninsulated lead-wires, and are used to control inrush current when switching power supplies. The main purpose of limiting inrush current is to prevent components in series with the input to the DC/DC convertor from being damaged. Typically, inrush protection prevents nuisance blowing of fuses or breakers as well as welding of switch contacts.

By Amphenol Advanced Sensors | Thermometrics, Inc.

Features:

• Low cost, solid state device for inrush current suppression
• Excellent mechanical strength
• Wide operating temperature range: -58°F to 347°F (-50°C to 175°C)
• Suitable for PCB mounting
• Available as a standard with kinked or straight leads and on tape and reel to EIS RS-468A for automatic insertion
• Low steady resistance and accompanying power loss
• Small size
• Low cost solid state sensor

Designed with the sensor directly mounted onto a PCB, the innovative MTS-360 Sensor/PCB Combo package allows engineers to easily mount a fully featured rotary sensor without first having to design a printed circuit board for the sensor. The result is time-savings and convenience.
 
The MTS-360 Sensor/PCB assembly is available with or without 2.54 mm pitch connector, both easily secured with standard M3 screws.  The entire assembly measures just 35mm wide by 36mm long, allowing for applications with tight packaging constraints.  

The new MTS-360PCB Mechanical Mount sensor model incorporates all the breakthrough sensor technology performance features of the original MTS-360 by merging a through-shaft design with 360º absolute position feedback in a small size package.  The result is an extremely small fully featured rotary sensor with reliability up to 50 million cycles.   The MTS-360 relies on patented Hall effect technology to enable true non-contacting through-hole shaft sensing now using a simple three eared mounting. The standard model features a 4mm double D-flat through-hole and (3) slotted mounting holes allowing final rotational adjustment at assembly.

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The MTS360 provides a true breakthrough in contactless sensor technology by combining a through-shaft design with 360º absolute position feedback in an ultra miniature size. The result is the smallest fully featured rotary sensor on the market with reliability up to 25 million cycles.

The MTS 360 relies on patented Hall effect technology to enable for the first time true non-contacting through-hole shaft sensing using standard SMD features. 

The device offers electrical angles up to 360° with no dead band and linearity as low as ±0.5%. Rated for use at -40ºC to +150ºC, the sensor can operate up to 300 rpms and can be programmed with full scale output with angles shorter than 360 degrees. Output is selectable between Analog, PWM 12 bits or Serial Protocol (SPI) at 14 bits and includes a second output channel to provide a programmable switch signal. A redundant version with a dual core sensor in the same package is also available.

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6mm low cost carbon potentiometer. For long life and lead free reflow soldering please use the product N6R.

Standard features:

• RoHS compliant materials.
• Carbon resistive element.
• Plastic substrate.
• Over-moulding manufacturing technique.
• SMD or through hole.
• Embossed Tape (for SMD), tape on reel, ammopack and magazine packaging for automatic insertion and bulk for manual assembly.
• Both sides cross slot easy adjustment.
• Accidental rotor movement protected.
• Traceability insured through date code marking.
• Assembly method: stand up and lay down.

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The N6R is a unique, fully RoHS ready miniture potentiometer with all the features of the traditional full size types. The combination of the 10k mechanical life, reduced form factor, RoHS reflow compatibility and overmoulding technology provides market leading performance in a compact, robust design. 

The N6R Long Life "E" version has been conceived for the appliance and automotive industries to provide a cost effective solution. Further options include improved linearity, a 360º endless rotation option and a selection of shafts and knobs. Ask for double reflow potentiometers and geared potentiometers here.

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Features: 

•  High reliability.
•  Simple construction (only 3 component parts).
•  Over-moulding manufacturing technique.
•  Plastic or metal clip versions available.
•  Various fixation means: clip type (inward/outward actuating), locating pins,...

Provides a low cost, highly reliable solution for all position sensing applications: automotive seat position memory, central locking, headlamp position and rear-view mirror position sensors.

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Epoxy-coated thermistors are generally used at temperatures below 150°C. Choose from our extensive range of resistances and beta values.

Thermometrics offer two types of Thermistors:

1. Interchangeable Thermistors

2. Type RL Epoxy Thermistors

Thermometrics Diode Series of Glass-Encapsulated NTC Thermistors consists of a range of NTC chip thermistors in DO-35 style glass package (diode outline) with axial solder-coated copper-clad steel wires. Glass body provides hermetic seal and voltage insulation and excellent stability. Designed for accurate temperature measurement, control and compensation in various applications, including automotive, telecom, HVAC and white goods. Also for use in temperature sensing for household appliances, such as rice cookers, electronic ranges and ovens, and industrial products, such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and components.

Features:

• DO-35 style glass package (diode outline) with axial solder-coated copper-clad steel wires
• Designed for accurate temperature measurement, control and compensation
• Tight tolerances on resistance and B value
• Operation up to 482°F (250°C) with excellent stability
• Glass body provides hermetic seal and voltage insulation and excellent stability
• Designed for cost effective solid state sensor
• Resistant to corrosive atmospheres and harsh environments
• Lead wires metallurgically bonded to thermistor element for improved reliability (Type GE only)
• Available on axial bandolier to IEC-286-1/EIA-468A and packet taped to EIA RS-481 for MELF
• Also available loose-packed with axial, radial and SMD wire forms

By Amphenol Advanced Sensors | Thermometrics, Inc.

Thermometrics offers point-matched Radial Lead Disc Thermistors with bare lead wires in a wide range of material systems.

By Amphenol Advanced Sensors | Thermometrics, Inc.

Thermometrics Outside Air Temperature Sensor (OAT) measures the temperature outside of a vehicle's passenger compartment. It relays the outside air temperature to the controller of the automatic HVAC system. The controller uses this temperature to help control the interior temperature of the vehicle. The sensor also provides the vehicle occupants with temperature readings from outside the car. This information is particularly useful when driving under near-freezing or freezing conditions. The sensor is usually mounted inside or near the front bumper or in the side mirror. 

Features:

• Low price
• High sensitivity
• Wide application range
• Compact design
• Integral sealed connector
• Small size
• Single hand installation with no tools
• Alternate RvT curves available
• Different geometries to meet package requirements
• Other resistance and beta values available

By Amphenol Advanced Sensors | Thermometrics, Inc.

16mm potentiometers enclosed in plastic housing with a shaft and IP54 ingress protection rating.

Main features

Modular gang type (up to 4).
Self extinguishable material UL 94-V0.
Bushless model.
Nut & washer.
Switch.
Stereo matching.
Metalic support.
IP54 protection according to IEC 60529.
Polyester substrate.
Carbon resistive element.

These provide full customisation capabilities, such as:

• Electrical and mechanical specifications.
• Custom mechanical life.
• Special outputs (linear, log, anti-log, bespoke).
• Absolute or independent linearity values.
• Special resistance value and tolerance.
• Mechanical and electrical angles.
• Switch.
• Selectable busing and shafts lenghts and shapes.

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This product family has been specifically developed to allow the integration of otherwise large and expensive external mechanisms into the body of the majority of the 6, 10 & 15 mm potentiometer series thus allowing a high range of configurations: special tapers, tolerances, linearity, cut track, etc.

This detent design not only adds a "click" sensation of position, but also offers enormous savings in both cost and space for any given application.

Strong and weak detents can be mixed as per cutomer´s request.

- Replacement for:
    • Existing customer detent mechanisms.
    •  Multi-pole switches.
    •  3 or 4-bit absolute encoders (connecting to microprocessor analogue input).
- Analogue signal presets.
- Temperature control settings.
- Relay Timers.

PT´s with detents also lend themselves perfectly to industrial and domestic power tool applications where the detents prevent accidental movement of the potentiometer under vibration.

If high torque detents are required please see our Detent Control Mechanism (DCM) series datasheets.
As  previously highlighted, this family is indispensable wherever both cost and space saving reductions are important, or where a series of fixed positions along the potentiometer travel are required.

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Tel: +34 948 820450 | Fax: +34 948 804050 | sales@piher.net | www.piher-amphenol.com

Powerlug is a power cable termination technology utilizing high pressure to mechanically deform copper wire strands and a copper sleeve to form a controlled width lug. Powerlugs can be used for single wire, multi-wire, splice, or braided cable power solutions. Powerlug technology is an excellent replacement for standard crimp lug applications especially where thermal/electrical performance, reliability, and cost are of primary concern.

Benefits

• Superior mechanical and electrical performance relative to a crimp lug braided cable
• Can use a variety of braided cable gauges and cross-sections
• Can be used to replace a flexible busbar for applications with mechanical or thermal movement
• Excellent technology for ground straps

Features

• Various configuration options
• Variety of termination options

Powerlug is a power cable termination technology utilizing high pressure to mechanically deform copper wire strands and a copper sleeve to form a controlled width lug. Powerlugs can be used for single wire, multi-wire, splice, or braided cable power solutions. Powerlug technology is an excellent replacement for standard crimp lug applications especially where thermal/electrical performance, reliability, and cost are of primary concern.

Benefits

• Excellent for shock and vibration environments
• Improved thermal performance 
• Superior electrical performance, 25% less resistive than crimp
• Robust design, no point of mechanical failure

Features

• Various configuration options
• Variety of termination options
• Solder dipped (lead free) finish