Sensors

Sensors for machine condition monitoring

Machine condition monitoring is a complex topic that must be approached differently depending on the area of application in order to achieve the best possible results for operators in numerous industrial applications.

When the right sensor provides critical operating data, safe operation is guaranteed for both the operator and the machine itself.

Different customer requirement profiles and different machine operating conditions (extreme temperatures, frequency ranges of individual rolling bearing components (width between 1 Hz and 15 kHz), or, for example, simple zone approvals require the use of different sensors, such as speed sensors, low power sensors, acceleration sensors, bi- or tri-axiality, wireless (IOT) variants, etc.

Mounting the sensors
Sensors are either screwed or glued to designated locations, unless they are magnetic. It is important that the surface is prepared in advance in accordance with the specifications in order to obtain the most accurate measurements possible. 

Correct positioning of sensors
The correct positioning of the sensors is of great importance. They should preferably be installed in the respective load zone, radially, or in rather rare cases axially. 

The direction of rotation of the application (clockwise/counterclockwise) as well as other relevant criteria such as forces