Networked absolute Inclinometer with USD-CAN or RS232 Interface

PEWATRON AG: The new T7 is a compact absolute inclinometer utilizing a unique solid-state sensor to give high accuracy tilt readings over a full 360 degree range (single axis).

Networking Interfaces, programmable damping, zero setting, -20°C to +100°C temperature range and IP67 sealing make this inclinometer best suited for solar tracker or heavy construction equipment.

The T7 provides ±0.1 degree accuracy in the range 0°C to 70°C with 0.01 degree resolution.

The T7 is available with either a RS232 or USD-CAN interface. The RS232 version supports up to fifteen T7s on a single bus. Our USD-CAN protocol allows a network of up to sixty-four T7s to be connected over 200m cable length to a single host. Power for each T7 is supplied over the network cable. The host accesses the T7-USD-CANs through our low cost CANA-232/CANA-485 adapter module. This module allows the host to access each T7 on the network using simple serial port commands. A Windows demo application is provided for displaying the angles and temperature as well as setting operating modes, orientation, zero position, damping / averaging time, direction, and more for every T7 on the network. Additionally, a Windows DLL gives the user a set of simple functions to read and write data to a network of T7s.

About PEWATRON

PEWATRON, with headquarters in Switzerland, specialises in sensors (physical and geometrical), power supplies, e-components and drives. PEWATRON delivers a wide assortment of electronic components ranging from standard products, semi-custom products to custom products. PEWATRON works closely with developers and can be involved right from the start of a product development process to ensure that together with the customer, the best fitting component for the application is found.

PEWATRON, an independent company that belongs to the Angst+Pfister Group, has been serving customers in Europe with prompt and individual service for over 30 years. Through the Angst+Pfister Group, PEWATRON belongs to a world-wide network of over 900 employees and 75,000 satisfied customers.