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Position and Proximity Sensors

AMETEK SFMS accelerometers provide precise vibration and acceleration measurement for aerospace engine, structural, and health‑monitoring applications. Utilizing advanced piezoelectric technology, they deliver high sensitivity, wide frequency response, and reliable performance in demanding aerospace environments.

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Product Details

AMETEK Sensors & Fluid Management Systems (SFMS) designs and manufactures position and proximity sensors that detect the presence, absence, or position of aircraft components. The portfolio includes non-contact proximity switches and position transducers for doors, compartments, landing gear, flight controls, and engine applications.

 

  • Non-contact proximity and position measurement
  • Reed-switch and LVDT-based technologies
  • Hermetically sealed, rugged aerospace construction
  • Application-specific switching zones and interfaces

     

AMETEK SFMS applies aerospace engineering, manufacturing, calibration, and environmental test experience to tailor each solution to the required installation, interface, and performance needs.

 

Benefits

  • Non-Contact Sensing
  • Long Service Life
  • Hermetic Protection
  • High Reliability
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Feature

Reliable Non-Contact Detection

Matched actuator and sensor configurations provide repeatable switching without mechanical contact at the sensing interface.

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Feature

Broad Aircraft Coverage

Position and proximity technologies support compartment doors, landing gear, control surfaces, and engine mechanisms.

Benefits

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Non-Contact Sensing
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Long Service Life
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Hermetic Protection
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High Reliability
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Custom Switching Zones 

Markets & Applications

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Commercial Aviation

Door, compartment, and landing-gear sensing.

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Military Aviation

Position detection for defense-aircraft systems.

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Business Aviation

Compact proximity sensing for business aircraft.

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Landing Gear

Gear position and lock-status detection.

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Doors & Compartments

Open and closed status monitoring.

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Flight Controls

Position sensing for flaps, slats, spoilers, and control surfaces.

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Aircraft Engines 

Position measurement for engine mechanisms.

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Aftermarket Support

FAA-PMA and replacement options for supported designs.

Downloads

Data Sheet

LVDT-Transducer

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Media Gallery

Explore the AMETEK SFMS Media Gallery for a closer look at our position and proximity sensors, aerospace applications, and supporting technologies. Browse product images, videos, and technical visuals that highlight the engineering behind accurate, rugged, and reliable sensing.

FAQs

● Position and motion sensors detect and measure movement, location, or proximity of an object.
● They use technologies like LVDTs, resolvers, proximity switches, and accelerometers.
● They provide accurate feedback for control and monitoring systems.

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Product Selector

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