PCB Piezotronics, Inc.
A manufacturer of piezoelectric quartz sensors, accelerometers, and associated electronics for the measurement of dynamic pressure, force, and vibration.
- 800-828-8840
716-684-0001 - 716-684-0987
- info@pcb.com
- 3425 Walden Avenue
Depew, NY 14043-2495
United States of America
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Sub-Miniature ICP® Pressure Sensors
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PCB's sub-miniature 105C dynamic pressure sensors are specifically designed to fit into tight spaces where mounting space is at a premium.
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Precision Condenser Microphone
377B02
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1/2" free-field, prepolarized condenser microphone, typical sensitivity= 50 mV/Pa (+/-1.5 dB), 3.15 Hz to 20 kHz (+/-2 dB).
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Miniature Piezoelectric Accelerometers
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Structured with highly sensitive piezoceramic sensing elements, miniature Ceramic Shear ICP® Accelerometers have an excellent signal-to-noise ratio, high measurement resolution, and are ideal for conducting low-level vibration measurements. Due to their inherent higher sensitivity, a ceramic ICP® accelerometer can be assembled with a smaller mass than comparable quartz units, resulting in a sensor that is lighter in weight, has a higher frequency response, and has a lower noise floor. To further reduce the mass of the sensors, all ceramic shear accelerometers are housed in either tough, lightweight, laser-welded, hermetically sealed, titanium or aluminum housings. By minimizing the mass of the sensor, mass loading effects are reduced, which maximizes the accuracy of the data obtained.
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High Sensitivity ICP® Accelerometers
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High sensitivity ICP® accelerometers are specifically designed to enable the detection of ultra-low-level, low-frequency vibrations associated with very large structures, foundations, and earth tremors. These sensors typically possess exceptional measurement resolution as the result of its comparatively larger size, which furnishes a stronger output signal and a lower noise floor. All units are hermetically sealed in a titanium or stainless steel housing. Models that include a 2-pin, military style connector provide the added benefit of being electrically case isolated for superior RF and EMI protection.
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Microphone Preamplifier
426A11
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1/2-inch ICP preamplifier with gain and filter switches (for prepolarized microphones)ICP(R) low noise preamplifier with gain, filters, and TEDS
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S-Type Load Cells
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S-Type load cells are low-cost and high performance side mounted load cells suitable for a number of weighing and general force measurement applications. They come with a 6-foot strain relieved integral cable with pigtail leads that are stripped and tinned for electrical interface.
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Dual-Mode Charge Amplifiers
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Dual-mode charge amplifiers represent a versatile solution for both piezoelectric charge mode and ICP® sensors. Among the advanced features offered by models 443B01, 443B02 and 2775C are an ultra-low noise floor, sensor fault detection, overload detection, a built-in calibration reference signal, and an RS-232 port for seamless computer control. Notably, model 443B02 features a long discharge time constant selection, ideal for capturing quasi-static events lasting several seconds, a capability particularly beneficial for ballistics and ammunition testing applications. Model 2775C features AC, DC, and servo outputs.
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Structural Test ICP® Accelerometers
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Conventional structural test data systems use few to several hundred sensors. Cables bundles can be complex and confusing resulting in setup errors. Sensors with TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet) allow for an internal sensor digital chip to store sensor information. This information contains descriptive identifiers that when connected to a TEDS compatible signal conditioner or data system, reads the descriptive information and automatically aligns the data system. Human error is minimized, reducing time consuming data verification or re-test. The Series 333 ICP® accelerometers, and their accessories, are designed to address the needs of multi-point modal and structural test measurement applications. This equipment was developed in conjunction with the world renowned University of Cincinnati Structural Dynamics Research Laboratory and proven in real-world testing situations. The PCB 333 Series accelerometers delivers rapid system setup, reduces human documentation errors, maintains calibration data of each sensor, allows for “Plug-and-Play” installation, reduces overall test time lowering project test costs.
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Precision Condenser Microphone
377C10
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Performance:Nominal Microphone Diameter:1/4"CharacteristicPressure Open Circuit Sensitivity1.0 mV/Pa1.0 mV/PaFrequency Range (2 dB)4 to 70000 Hz4 to 70000 Hz Lower Limiting Frequency (-3 dB)0.25 to 3.0 Hz0.25 to 3.0 Hz Resonant Frequency (90 Phase Shift)65000 Hz65000 HzHumidity Coefficient of Sensitivity (0 to 100%, non-condensing)0.0012 dB/%RH0.0012 dB/%
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Special Purpose Instruments
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The Mechanical Impedance Sensor simultaneously measures an applied, driving-point force and response acceleration of a test structure for determining parameters such as mechanical mobility and mechanical impedance. The unit consists of a precision, shear mode accelerometer and a quartz force sensor in a common housing. Installation is primarily facilitated at the structural excitation points, in series with a stinger and vibration shaker.
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High Sensitivity Pressure Sensors
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High sensitivity ICP® pressure sensors are for low pressure measurements requiring excellent resolution and small size. They are used to measure small dynamic hydraulic and pneumatic pressures such as turbulence, noise, sound, and pulsations, especially in adverse environments. They are capable of measuring high-intensity sound pressures from 111 to 210 dB at any static pressure level from full vacuum to 1,000 psi (6,895 kPa).
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Microphone Preamplifier
HT426E01
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Nominal Microphone Diameter1/2Frequency Response Electrical Noise(at 22 C) (Flat 20 Hz to 20 kHz)Distortion (3 V rms input at 1 kHz)<-70 dB<-70 dB[1] EnvironmentalTemperature Range (Operating)-40 to +248 FExcitation Voltage 20 to 32 Constant Current Excitation 2 to 10 mA
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Cryogenic ICP® Accelerometers
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Cryogenic ICP® accelerometers are specifically designed to operate at temperatures below the typical -65 ºF (-54 ºC) temperature limit of most voltage mode sensors. The use of specialized, built-in, cryogenic circuitry and quartz shear sensing technology promote survivability in demanding environments such as liquid nitrogen. Each sensor is hermetically sealed and individually tested to determine the thermal coefficient of sensitivity at -320 ºF (-196 ºC) ensuring reliable operation and accurate measurements. These sensors have been successfully used in the presence of liquid helium during structural testing of rocket boosters.
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ICP Microphone System
378A14
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This model includes a 1/4" microphone cartridge, a mated preamplifier with TEDS, and system calibration.
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Quartz ICP® Links
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Link-style sensors measure dynamic compression and tension. They are constructed using a force ring that is under compressive pre-load between threaded mounting hardware. The threaded mounting on both ends of the sensor supports integrated link-style installations. Versions offering full-scale measurements of 10 lb to 50k lb (45 N to 220k N) compression and 30k lb (130k N) tension are available.



















