Thanks to this improvement, HBK can meet the growing demand for simplified integration, real-time sensor diagnostics, and cost-effective automation solutions.
The C10 series measures compressive forces, while the U10M and U10F series are designed for tensile and compressive loads. Already valued for their wide measurement range and long-term stability, these sensors now incorporate a high-quality integrated amplifier and an IO-Link interface, enabling plug-and-play configuration in smart factory environments and testing laboratories.
All models include integrated temperature measurement, enabling engineers and operators to simultaneously monitor mechanical and thermal conditions, a key feature to ensure even lower uncertainty, process stability, and long-term reliability in dynamic industrial environments.
Key performance improvements:
Linearity error improved by up to 7 times.
Zero-point temperature effect reduced by up to 50%.
Internal sampling rate of 40 samples/sec for accurate peak detection.
Sensor health monitoring: a new standard in reliability.
One of the key innovations is the introduction of sensor health monitoring, an integrated system that continuously monitors applied forces and temperature levels. If physical limits are reached or exceeded, the system triggers alerts, enabling predictive maintenance and reducing the risk of unexpected downtime. Even short-duration overloads are detected, recorded, and reported, ensuring complete transparency and enhanced operational safety.
The adoption of IO-Link, an industrial communication standard that allows HBK transducers to be integrated into modern automation systems, offering:
Standardized and cost-effective wiring.
Quick sensor replacement and configuration.
Seamless communication from field to control level.
Integration with any fieldbus.
This development represents an important step in HBK's commitment to digital transformation in measurement and testing environments.
