Position Sensors for Automotive & Industrial Applications

Precision Sensor Solutions for Demanding Applications

Our position sensors provide highly accurate and reliable measurement of linear and angular movements. Designed for automotive and industrial environments, they combine robustness, precision, and flexibility — from high-volume production to fully customized sensor solutions.

Linear and Rotational Position Sensors

  • Precise measurement of displacement and angle
  • Optimized for actuators, drive systems, and control units
  • Flexible mechanical and electrical integration

Why Position Sensors Are Essential

Importance in Automotive Applications

Position sensors are a key component in modern vehicles. They enable precise control and monitoring of critical systems such as throttle position, steering angle, height level sensnig transmission control, braking systems, and actuator feedback. Their reliability directly impacts vehicle safety, efficiency, and driving performance.

Importance in Industrial Applications

In industrial automation and machinery, position sensors ensure accurate positioning, movement control, and process reliability. They are widely used in robotics, factory automation, packaging equipment, and machine tools.

 

Our Non-Contact Position Sensor Technologies

Hallbased position sensors

  • High accuracy for angular and linear measurements
  • Resistant to dust, moisture, vibration, and mechanical wear
  • Ideal for harsh automotive and industrial environments

Inductive Position Sensors

  • Excellent performance in demanding environments
  • Immune to magnetic interference
  • Suitable for linear and rotational position detection

 

Product Selector for Position Sensors

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Position Sensors for Automotive Applications

Functional Safety & Automotive Standards

Our automotive position sensors are designed to support functional safety concepts according to ISO 26262, with optional ASIL levels depending on system requirements.

Interfaces & Signal Processing

Available output and communication interfaces include:

  • Analog
  • PWM
  • PSI5
  • SENT
  • CAN

This ensures seamless integration into modern ECUs and control systems.

Typical Automotive Applications

  • Throttle and pedal position sensing
  • Steering angle and torque measurement
  • Transmission and gearbox control
  • Brake and chassis systems
  • Rotor Position
  • Actuator feedback
  • Height level sensing

 

Position Sensors for Industrial Applications

Robustness for Harsh Environments

Industrial position sensors are engineered for long-term stability under extreme conditions, including vibration, temperature fluctuations, dust, and moisture.

Flexible Integration into Machines & Systems

Customizable housing designs, target geometries, and mounting options allow easy integration into a wide range of industrial machines and automation systems.

Typical Industrial Applications

  • Factory automation
  • Robotics and motion control
  • Packaging and conveyor systems
  • Machine tools
  • Material handling equipment

Your Benefits with Our Position Sensors

  • High accuracy and repeatability
  • Contactless, wear-free measurement principles
  • Long service life and high reliability
  • Wide operating temperature ranges
  • Multiple interface options
  • Custom-specific sensor designs

Customer-Specific Position Sensor Solutions

We develop position sensors tailored to your application requirements — from mechanical design to electrical interface and signal processing. Our experts support you from concept and prototyping to series production.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a position sensor?

A position sensor measures the position, movement, or angular displacement of an object and converts it into an electrical signal for monitoring and control purposes.

Which position sensor technologies are available?

Common technologies include magnetic, inductive, optical, and capacitive position sensors. The optimal choice depends on accuracy, environment, and application requirements.

Which industries use position sensors?

Position sensors are widely used in automotive, industrial automation, robotics, machinery, and many other sectors requiring precise motion control.