What is a Linear Position Sensor

A linear position sensor measures the linear position of a device. The sensor reads the measurement in order to convert the encoded position into an analog or digital signal. This position can then be decoded into position by a digital readout or a motion controller. Motion can be determined by change in position over time. One very common type of linear position sensors is the linear variable differential transformer, or LVDT. It is a type of electrical transformer which is used for sensing and measuring linear displacement.
Types of Linear Position Sensors
There are many different kinds of linear sensors and at future Electronics we stock many of the most common types categorized by type, input voltage, linear range, packaging type and operating temperature range. The parametric filters on our website can help refine your search results depending on the required specifications.