The KP series is the all-weather sensor for KM-Post* detection systems installed in railroad inspection/maintenance cars.
* Targets installed between rails every 1 kilometer.

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Product Overview

This sensor is installed at the bottom of a railroad inspection/maintenance car and generates the compensation signals for the system that detects the distance of the car.
When the sensor passes over KM-Post* (target), the sensor detects the target without contact and outputs a pulse signal.
* The KM-Post is a target installed between the rails every 1 kilometer.

Features

  • Applicable car speed is up to 120 km/h.
    (Dedicated special sensor for Shinkansen bullet train is applicable to 300 km/h or higher.)
  • The sensor is an all-weather type, and high environmental resistance.

Specifications

Detection System Non-Contact eddy current type
Detecting distance 85 to 110 mm (between KM POST and Sensor)
Target(KM POST) Material: SUS304(Stainless steel) Shape: 165 × 170 mm Flat
Pulse output Pulse width: 100±20 ms Output current Max.100 mA
Allowable voltage: Max. 24 VDC
Detectable speed 10 to 120 km/h
Power Supply +24 VDC
Dimension Φ184 × 205 (H) mm
Weight Approx. 3.5 kg

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