Offshore Wind Supply Chain Uses MTI Capacitance Sensors
Capacitance sensors from MTI Instruments are an important part of the supply chain for offshore wind (OSW) in New York State. According to a recent report from the Center for Economic Growth (CEG), New York’s Capital Region is home to MTI Instruments and dozens of other manufacturers who support this growing form of wind power. The Capital Region also offers essential infrastructure for OSW. As the CEG report explains, the New York State Energy Research Development Authority (NYSERDA) has assessed 54 waterfront sites for OSW-related projects such as component staging, manufacturing, and fabrication. Two of the most promising sites [...]
Digital Accumeasure Gen 3 Reduces Noise and Increases Resolution
MTI Instruments is announcing a third-generation digital capacitance displacement gauge with lower noise and an industry-leading resolution. The Digital Accumeasure DSeries Gen 3 provides up to 0.01% FST linearity and is designed for measuring gap, vibration, and positioning. In both analog and digital systems, noise is an unwanted disturbance that distorts or interferes with a desired electrical signal. MTI’s Digital Accumeasure Gen 3 is a lower-noise amplifier than the Gen 2 and features sub-nanometer resolution for highly-precise measurements. Using state-of-the-art technology, the Digital Accumeasure DSeries Gen 3 converts a highly-reliable capacitive electric field measurement (displacement) directly into a highly-precise [...]
Webinar: Produce Sensor Signals with a Handheld Signal Generator
Don Welch, MTI Instruments’ Director of Engineering held a webinar where he presented “Simulate, Calibrate and Verify Field Sensor Transmission with a Portable Signal Generator” and then led a Q&A session. MTI is a worldwide supplier of precision measurement solutions and portable balancing equipment. The Lockport, IL company held a IEEE GlobalSpec webinar on Friday, November 9, 2018 from 11 AM to 12 PM EST (8 AM to 9 AM PST). Attendees learned how the MTI 1510 Signal Generator can be used to generate various kinds of sensor signals for testing, calibrating a data acquisition system (DAQ), or testing [...]
PBS-4100R+ Test Cell Vibration and Balancing System
PBS-4100R+ PBS-4100R+ Test Cell Vibration & Balancing System The industry-standard turbine vibration analysis and balancing tool engineered specifically for test cell and MRO environments. Deliver comprehensive vibration assessment and precise rapid balancing with seamless integration into your facility's data acquisition and control systems. Request Quote Download Data Sheet April ‘25 Press Release POWERFUL. PRECISE. INTUITIVE. Advanced Digital Engine Vibration Analysis for Test Cells The PBS-4100R+ is the premier rack-mounted vibration analysis and engine trim balance system designed for [...]
Engine Vibration and Balancing Principles
What do you think when you’re flying home, cruising at 30,000 feet and the drinks have just been served? Our engineers think about the ripple in the glass. That ripple signals vibration and is an indication that the engine may be in need of a balance. The MTII’s PBS-4100+ Series Turbine Vibration Analyzer/Balancing System was developed to ensure that Turbine engines run as efficiently as possible. Excessive vibration is detrimental for a host of reasons: energy intended for useful output is instead expended on the vibration vibration manifests as acoustic energy (noise), again wasting otherwise useful energy excessive [...]
Laser Thickness Gauge System Principles
The Microtrak™ 3 TGS system is specifically designed for thickness applications utilizing two lasers. The product can be used in a standalone configuration or easily interfaced with PLCs and PCs. Each module contains an integral LCD display and keypad for setup and display of measurements. A USB serial port also allows control by a laptop computer. Basic PLC or control input/output is provided by discrete digital I/O lines or a Modbus® interface. Laser Triangulation Principle The Microtrak™ 3 TGS system uses the principle of laser triangulation to perform a one dimensional measurement of a target. The [...]
Laser Thickness Gauge System Principles
Overview of the Microtrak™ 3 TGS Laser Thickness Measurement System The Microtrak™ 3 TGS is a high-precision laser thickness measuring device engineered for non-contact applications that demand reliable and repeatable results. Utilizing dual laser thickness sensors, this system offers accurate laser thickness measurement across a variety of surfaces and materials. Whether deployed as a standalone laser thickness gauge or integrated into a larger system using PLCs or PCs, the Microtrak™ 3 TGS provides versatile, industrial-grade measurement performance. It's ideal for environments requiring laser panel thickness measurement, laser thickness scanning, or laser gauging of rolled goods, sheets, and extrusions. [...]
Handheld Signal Source Generator Principles
The MTI 1510A Portable Signal Generator is a sophisticated two channel battery powered microprocessor controlled direct digital synthesizer. It can generate sine, square, saw tooth and triangle continuous signals on both channels as well as single pulse and odd pulses on the B channel to simulate tachometer output pulses. The main reason for two channels is to be able to create a phase shift in the A to B output signals as may be encountered in a piece of rotating equipment such as a jet engine. The A channel also has the ability to simulate precise DC signals or [...]
1D Laser Displacement Sensors
1D Laser Displacement Sensors Achieve high-precision, non-contact measurement with our Laser Displacement Sensors -ideal for production lines, component inspection, and quality control. Powered by advanced CMOS technology and auto-gain circuitry, they deliver accurate results on any surface, including dark, shiny, or transparent materials. With plug-and-play USB or RS-485 connectivity, built-in software, and no external controller required, setup is fast and simple. The Microtrak™ 3 and 4 series laser displacement sensors offer tailored solutions for diffuse and specular surfaces, capturing up to 40,000 samples per second. A full SDK supports LabVIEW, .NET, and DLL for seamless integration. [...]
Non-Contact Measurement
Non-Contact Measurement When you need nanometer-level accuracy without ever touching the part, MTI’s non-contact displacement sensors deliver. Our portfolio is organized into four sensor families each optimized for a different range, resolution, and application. MTI Instruments specializes in non-contact displacement sensors designed for extreme precision. Whether your application demands nanometer displacement measurement for precision manufacturing or picometer displacement measurement for scientific research and semiconductor metrology, our sensors deliver industry-leading accuracy and repeatability. Capacitance Sensors Measurements 25μm to 12mm Min. Resolution 20pm View Products Fiber Optic Sensors Measurements 102μm to 7.6mm Min. [...]