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A new addition to the range of DMS motion sensors—the DMS-500—is designed specifically to meet the needs of users who require a top-quality motion sensor with ethernet connectivity but do not require subsea-rated housings.

Sensors incorporate features for applications such as dynamic positioning, wave height monitoring, and structural stress monitoring. The design means that the addition will be available in various accuracies to make it suited for a range of custom made applications.

The first phase of the product's launch introduces the roll pitch range of sensors—DMS-525RP, DMS-535RP, and DMS-550RP. These provide what the firm says is a reliable, accurate, and cost-effective choice for motion measurement. Features of the new sensor are the ability to provide power and data over ethernet and the inclusion of two independently configurable serial outputs.

The solid state circuitry of the DMS-500 is contained within a surface-use housing that is water resistant to International Standard IEC 60945 Class B for marine applications (IP65). It is designed to be DNV-certified and uses solid state angular rate sensors that offer reliability with a mean time between filure of more than 50,000 hr plus global availability due to the absence of any export restrictions.

The compact and lightweight DMS-500 is certified to meet all current and anticipated European legislation for electromagnetic compatibility and electronic emissions. It is also backed by a 1 year parts and labor warranty.

Source: Teledyne TSS, 1049 Camino Dos Rios, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360.