Vishay Intertechnology 34 PHE Multi-Turn Absolute Position Sensor Delivers High Accuracy and Stability at a Reduced Cost

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced a new ready-to-use multi-turn absolute position sensor designed for high accuracy and long term stability in demanding environments. Featuring non-contacting Hall Effect technology, the Vishay Sfernice 34 PHE delivers linearity down to ± 1 % (full stroke), resolution of 1°, and a lifespan greater than 10 million cycles — all in a 7/8 in (22.2 mm) diameter body. Offering linear or rotary displacement tracking, with a total electrical angle of 3600° across 10 turns, the position sensor released today is available at a 40 % lower cost than previous-generation devices. Combined with its high accuracy and resolution, this makes the 34 PHE a cost-effective, high performance solution for servo loop motion control systems. The device will be used in industrial motor and actuator displacements tracking; linear actuators for solar panel tracking; flow control valve positioning; and throttle and pedal position sensors for applications such as agricultural machinery, railway equipment, and ships. For reliable operation in these harsh environments, the 34 PHE offers an IP65-rated sealing and withstands high frequency vibrations up to 20 g and shocks up to 50 g. Integrated reverse voltage and overvoltage input protections (-14 VDC and +28 VDC, respectively) reduce costs by eliminating the need for ...