Ultrasonic Sensors

MAINTAIN CONSTANT TENSION - The ultrasonic sensors are used for maintaining constant tension when using a brake for producing unwind (payout) tension, or when using a clutch for rewind tension.

Two models available--Metal cased version & Sealed, with a plastic case


Ultrasonic Sensor Photo

Ultrasonic Sensor U-S


(Metal cased version)


The body is threaded.
The two nuts are used for mounting.

Ultrasonic unwind sketch

The sensor measures the diameter of the roll & sends a 0-10 VDC signal to the Placid power supply. Torque is automatically varied as roll size changes, to keep tension constant. Tension is adjusted by a remotely mounted potentiometer. The sensor measures distances by sending an ultrasonic pulse of sound, and then measuring the time for the return echo pulse.

Ultrasonic CAD Drawing

Part Number :  U-S,     (Dimensions=inches)

Ultrasonic Sensor U-S Specifications

Power Input . . . . . 15-30 VDC,  35 milliamps max.
                      Powered by Placid Ind. power supply. 
Range . . . . . . . . Dual Range, (Push button)
                      Short: 3-40 inches  (76-1000mm)
                      Long:  5-80 inches  (127-2030mm)
Output. . . . . . . . 0 to 10 volts D.C.
                      100 ohm impedance
                      Push button adjustable endpoints and slope,
Resolution  . . . . . 0.08 inches  (2mm)
Repeatability . . . . 0.16 inches  (4mm)
Humidity  . . . . . . 5-90 percent, non-condensing
Compliance  . . . . . CE 


Connects to Placid Industries open power supply without ammeter.

Ultrasonic Sensor Photo

Ultrasonic Sensor U-B


(Sealed, with a plastic case)


MAINTAIN CONSTANT TENSION - The ultrasonic sensor is used for maintaining constant tension when using a brake for producing unwind (payout) tension, or when using a clutch for rewind tension.

Ultrasonic Unwind Drawing

The sensor measures the diameter of the roll & sends a 0-10 VDC signal to the Placid power supply. Torque is automatically varied as roll size changes, to keep tension constant. Tension is adjusted by a remotely mounted potentiometer. The sensor measures distances by sending an ultrasonic pulse of sound, and then measuring the time for the return echo pulse.

Ultrasonic Sensor CAD

Part Number :  U-B,     (Dimensions=inches)

Ultrasonic Sensor U-B Specifications

Power Input . . . . . 15-30 VDC,  30 milliamps max.
                      Powered by Placid Ind. power supply. 
Range . . . . . . . . 3.9  -  27.5 inches   (100-700 mm)
                      Close Limit: 3.9 - 25.6 inches  (100-650 mm)
                      Far Limit  : 5.9 - 27.5 inches  (150-750 mm)
Output. . . . . . . . 0 to 10 volts D.C.
                      Push button adjustable endpoints and slope
Resolution  . . . . . 0.012 inches  (0.3 mm)
Repeatability . . . . 0.02  inches (<0.5 mm)
Protection class  . . IP67 


Connects to Placid Industries open power supply without ammeter.

Return to Main Page