Choosing Sensors for Medical Applications
A new white paper by Measurement Specialties
Sensors in medical devices reduce manual labor and human error while increasing reliability and process automation. Sensors are used in equipment for surgical procedures, intensive care units, hospital recuperative care and home care.
State-of-the-art technologies can be created when medical equipment manufacturers and sensor experts work together. Selecting a sensor can be simple if the application and the parameters that need to be controlled are clearly understood.
In this article, we describe specifications for sensors used both inside and outside the body.
Click here
to download the white paper "Choosing Sensors for Medical Applications"
(no charge).
Measurement Specialties to Exhibit at MDM West
Measurement Specialties will showcase sensors used in medical devices at Booth 1678 at the MDM West show in Anaheim, CA, February 13-15, 2007. Sensor design engineers will be available to discuss your specific application.
Click here to schedule an appointment to discuss your application with a medical sensor specialist at MDM West. As a thank you, you will receive a complimentary set of Noise-Canceling Headphones (shown here, retail value $75.00) at the show.
(While supplies last; subject to verification.)
New Model FC23 Low Cost Load Cell
Outperforms More Expensive Force Sensors
Measurement Specialties (MEAS) introduces the Model FC23 compression load cell for medium to high volume force sensing applications in which reliability, accuracy and long term stability are essential. The FC23 will create new markets previously unrealizable due to the cost and performance constraints of traditional load cells. Single unit pricing for an uncompensated model FC23 is under $90; with discounts in higher volumes, prices under $35 are offered.
The CE-compliant FC23 series load cell is offered in
compression force ranges from 50 to 2000 lbf ranges (250
to 10,000 Newtons).
The sensor is completely constructed of laser welded stainless steel.
Model FC23 is made with MEAS’ proprietary Microfused™ process in which
silicon piezoresistive strain gages are fused with glass to a stainless
steel flexure at high temperatures. Microfused™ technology eliminates
age-sensitive organic epoxies used in traditional load cell designs,
providing excellent long term span and zero stability with an essentially
unlimited cycle life expectancy.
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Miniature Accelerometer for Auto Safety
and Other Vibration Applications
Measurement Specialties (MEAS) introduces the miniature Model 52 accelerometer for auto safety applications, developed to offer significant cost savings, ease of use and measurement reliability for test professionals. This low profile sensor was specifically designed for use in space-restricted environments where mounting options are limited and sensor cable access problematic. Applications include auto safety as well as other test and measurement applications where small size is paramount.
The Model 52 is adhesively secured to the test surface. The
flexible, 360 in., 4- conductor cable easily winds through channels and
obstructions to instrumentation and power supplies. The low cost of the
Model 52, compared with existing sensing alternatives in the marketplace,
makes it the unit of choice for crash tests where the sensor is at most risk
of being damaged and must be regarded as disposable.
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