Single wire technology that simplifies sensor installation can now be specified on all Kistler sensors for monitoring cavity pressure in both multi-cavity moulds and large, single component moulds.

Single wire technology can now be specified on all Kistler sensors for monitoring cavity pressure in both multi-cavity moulds and large, single component moulds. The main benefit of the unique Kistler single wire technology is the simplification of installation as the single wire sensor, being installed without a connector, requires only a bored hole to accommodate the cable. As several cables can be threaded down a single bore, the single wire sensor is ideal for multi-cavity applications.

The pre-fixed connector, on a conventional screened sensor cable, can make installation both difficult and costly as a milled channel is often needed for each sensor.

Unlike conventional screened cables, which must be replaced or repaired by the manufacturer, the single wire connecting cable can be cut to the required length after installation and easily extended and repaired by the user without special tools.

The cable can be terminated with a quick fitting connector or multi-channel charge amplifier mounted on the mould and is compatible with all existing Kistler charge amplifiers integrated into injection moulding machines.

From the connector or charge amplifier, the sensor signal is carried by screened cable to the monitoring equipment, such as the Kistler DataFlow system.

Kistler single wire technology simplifies the installation and maintenance of cavity pressure sensors in all types of injection moulding machines and will deliver significant cost savings, especially in multi-cavity applications.

* About Kistler Instruments - established in Wintherthur (Switzerland) in 1957, Kistler is represented in over 50 countries and has subsidiaries in Germany, France, Italy, UK, Japan, USA, China, Korea and Singapore.

Heavy investment in research and development, 15% of staff worldwide are engaged in research and development, has generated a number of innovations using piezoelectric, piezoresistive and capacitive techniques to provide solutions to numerous force, pressure and acceleration measuring problems.

These innovations include the world's first commercial quartz sensor, two-wire constant current technology to integrate sensors with microelectronic circuitry, high-temperature pressure sensors for use up to 400 Deg C and three-component force measuring sensors.