Distance measurement sensors – AccuRange™ 3000

The Acuity AR3000 distance measurement sensor is ideal for extremely long-distance applications for monitoring the position of targets and objects. It is very well suited for altitude measurements in aerospace applications or trolley position monitoring in the steel industry.

The unique sensor uses pulsed time-of-flight measurement principles to achieve measuring speeds to 2 KHz. The AccuRange 3000 sensor is an eye-safe (Class 1) infrared laser device with an on-board visible aiming pilot laser (Class 2 ) that can be manually turned on and off. This sensor can measure 300 meters to regular surfaces. Longer ranges to 3000 meters are possible with the use of reflective target boards. In special modes, the AccuRange 3000 reports instantaneous velocity or continuous velocity measurements.

The sensor is designed for industrial environments with NEMA-4, IP67 enclosure ratings, permitting the sensor to be directly rinsed with water! Typical data outputs are serial RS232, RS422 (optional), current loop 4-20 mA signals, SSI (optional) and Profibus (optional).