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Water Level Sensor

This page provides a short write-up of the various types of water level detection sensor available. You can click on the individual links which provide a more detailed description of the particular water level sensor, or you can visit the compare page to have an overview comparison of the water level sensors.

Type of Water Level Sensor

Electrode Water Level Sensor

eletrode sensor holder from Omron

Water Level Electrode Sensor Holder from Omron.

$120. (holder for water sensing rod)

Water level detector control panel for sale

Fully automated water level control system for water tank. Electronic control circuit board for electrode water level sensing.

Click here to check out this low-cost electrode water level detection system available for sale at a from Hong Lam Engineering Pte. Ltd.

For more information about an electrode water level sensor, click here.

Optical Infrared Water Level Sensor

Optical water level sensor work with the principle of light refraction. Light is internally reflected. When in contact with water, the light ray gets refracted out of the sensor. The reduce light intensity through internal reflection indicates the presence of water, hence water level is detected.

The sensor is usually mounted on the side of the tank to detect water level. Water is required to be in contact with the sensor in order for the sensor to work.

Optical IR Water SensorOptical IR Optical Sensor (Stainless Steel)

http://www.fluidswitch.com/blog/how-do-optical-level-sensors-work/

Datasheet: water sensor for water level detection.pdf (filesize: 1.3MB)

Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor

Ultrasonic water level sensor works by emitting a sound wave pulse and listen to the reflected wave (like how a bat detects its surrounding). The time it takes for the reflected sound wave to return determines the water level.

The sensor is usually mounted on the top of a water tank, with the emitter facing downwards. The water surface will reflect the emitted wave back to the sensor. If the sound wave takes a longer time to return, the water level is low. A shorter time for the reflected wave indicates a higher water level in the tank.

The advantage of using an ultrasonic sensor for water level detection is because the sensor has no contact with the water or any other liquid in the tank. There is also no need for any drilling or installation on the water container tank.

Ultrasonic Water Level Sensor

http://www.fluidswitch.com/blog/pros-cons-ultrasonic-level-sensors/

Check out further information on using the ultrasonic sensor for water tank level detection application.

Float Switch Water Level Sensor (magnet)

A float switch is a simple and cheap way to implement a flow level detection system. The switch is activated by a float which will get lifted up by the water. This float switch sensor is sealed and waterproof. The lifted float contains a magnet will then activate a reed switch on the wiring end. The activated switch can then be used to trigger or stop motor pumps.

If you need to have a multiple water level indicator, you will need to install more than one of this float switch. This sensor can only sense the water level when the water reaches the level where the sensor is installed.

Float switch water level sensor (Stainless Steel)Float switch water level sensor

http://www.fluidswitch.com/horizontal-float-switches.php

On the market, there is also a newer advance water level float switch sensor. The working principle is similar, except that this single float sensor contains multiple switch point depending on the water level.

You can detect multiple float level using only on of this advance float switch, which allows you to implement an automatic water level control system, without having to install multiple sensors.

multi level float switch water level detector

http://www.kari-finn.fi/index.php/En/products/float-switches/pintakytkimen-valinta-en

***Check out this page for more information on using a float switch for detecting the water level in a water tank.

Capacitive Water Level Sensor

Capacitive water level sensor works by detecting the change in capacitance on the surface of the sensor. This allows the sensor to be mount outside of the water tank or pipe, without having to be in contact with the water.

capacitive water level sensor

https://www.ia.omron.com/products/family/475/

capacitive water level sensor     capacitive water level sensor

http://www.gemssensors.com/Level/Single-Point-Level-Switches/Capacitive

Selecting a Suitable Water Level Sensor

You can also check out this water level sensor comparison table to help you select a suitable sensor for your water level detection system design.

Flood Water Level Sensor Solution

For a custom water level solution for your water tank or water detection system, you can send in your enquiry to PIC-CONTROL.

Evaluation Kit Development

Looking for a design house to develop an electronic hardware evaluation kit for your customer to shorten their product development time?

A well design evaluation kit can help your client understand the edge your product has to offer. A good electronic evaluation kit has to be simple to use, and it has to enhance the feature of the product that you are selling. The aim is to reduce the barrier for your client which allows you to clinch your deal with them.

Design and Develop evaluation kti for customers Sensor evaluation board developer

Evaluation Kit for a IR sensor. USB connectivity from a computer with simple display that your client can interact with.

Evaluation Kit Design Schematic

Evaluation Kit PCB Layout Design

We would like to hear from you, and help you design your electronic hardware evaluation kit for your client.

Easy and simple for your client to understand so that they can shorten the time to understand your product.

Contact PIC-CONTROL today.

 

Also, check out our other electronic design services from PIC-CONTROL in Singapore.

 

Reduce Electrical Wiring for DB Box

Electrical wiring may seem to be a simple job, the scale of the work is typically massive. The wiring job for a home or an office can take days to complete. Any slight wiring improvement can often help save a lot of time and cost.

No More Messy Cables Wiring !!!
Electrical wiring in a mess.

Print your wiring onto a PCB (Print Circuit Board) to

  • reduce Size and Weight.
  • reduce Assembly and the number of Connection.
  • reduce the Wires materials, components.
  • easier to handle.
  • reduce Production Time.
  • reduce Man-hours manpower.
  • reduce your Production Cost.

Distribution Box (Electrical DB Box)

Connecting a wire termination in the DB box may take less than a minute of work. When connecting thousands of wire termination, the work can take days to complete. Reduce and simplify wiring work can significantly improve your efficiency and man-hour cost.

Wiring in the DB box forms the connections between termination to achieve a function. If your wiring function is consistent and repetitive, you may like to consider fabricating a PCB board to reduce the massive connection work. Not only can it save you time in your man-hour, but your wiring will also be neater, saving your significant cost in the long run.

Wiring board for electrical wiring connection (front).Wiring board for electrical wiring connection (back).

Reduce electrical wiring connection in a DB box using PCB board.

PCB board reduce wiring for electrical box     Elco wiring board example.

A simple board from Elco to help reduce distribution box wiring connection.

Reduce Wiring Cost

A significant of the project cost can be due to the massive amount of wiring laid across a distance of 100m or more. If your cable is only used for signalling, and not for the purpose of delivering power, there is a chance that your cable can be further reduced, saving you on the cabling cost.

PCB drawing for simplify electrical wiring connection.     PCB wiring drawing for electrical panel

Send us your electrical wiring/cabling problem that you have onsite. We can help you assess a solution to help you improve your efficiency and reduce your costing.

Contact PIC-CONTROL now.

Check out other related products which is design to help you reduce your wiring work in an electrical box.
– Alarm Monitoring Panel Interface Board
– LED Indicator Light Panel Board for monitoring the status of your 12V 24V electrical system.

Check out our home page, PIC-CONTROL, your electronic design and manufacturing provider in Singapore.

Testing & Compliance Labs

Testing and Compliance Laboratories in Singapore for electronic products (electronic product certification),

TUV SUB PSB http://www.tuv-sud-psb.sg/
SETSCO http://www.setsco.com/
Singapore Test Services http://www.test.com.sg/
SGS (test laboratory in China) http://www.sgs.sg/
NorthLab Pte Ltd (A Trescal Company) http://www.northlab.biz,
http://www.trescal.com
Spring Singapore for Singapore Safety Mark email: safety@spring.gov.sg
UL Solutions https://www.ul.com/

Test labs worldwide, http://www.nea.gov.sg/energy-waste/energy-efficiency/household-sector/test-laboratories

EMC compliance, Class A, Class B, EN 55011 Class A with EN61000-6-2

Emergency Lamp compliance (SS563, SS263)

  • 1-SS 563 Part 1 2010, Code of Practice, Emergency   lighting
  • 1-SS 563 Part 2 2010, Code of Practice, Installation   requirements and maintenance procedures
  • 2-SS 263 Part 2 1998, Specification for Luminaries
  • 2a-SS 263 Part 2 1998, Amd1_SS 263-2-1998
  • 2b-SS 263 Part 2 1998, Amd2_SS 263-2-1998
  • IEC 60598-2-22 : 2014

CE Certification

CE-marking services from SGS

CE marking services from TÜV SÜD PSB

RoHS Compliant

Is your product RoHS compliant?

RoHS2 Directive

VLC-8000 LED Strobe Light Controller

VLC-8000 LED Strobe Light Controller (8 Channel)

 Neuphonix Technology

The Machine Vision Solution Specialist in Singapore

Click here to contact neuphonix (machine vision)  for further information.

VLC-8000 LED Stroke Light Controller

Pulse control LED light (strobe light) for machine vision inspection use.

Strobe light (like a camera flash) allows the camera to capture a sharper image for image processing. This controller can be connected directly to your inspection camera or a computer system for LED pulse light trigger.

 

Vision Inspection System using VLC-8000

Vision Inspection System Devices

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Vision Inspection System using VLC-8000 Strobe Light Controller

 

VLC-8000 LED Strobe Light Controller

  

VLC-8000 pulsed light controller features

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Features

  • 8 channel LED Output (up to 4A pulse current per channel)
  • 8 channel Light Trigger Input
  • Ethernet or RS232 communication
  • Wide range power supply input (12-48Vdc)
  • Easy pluggable Connector for wiring
  • Easy Configuration
Pulsed LED output port. Control current up to 4A.

LED Channel Output

This pulse controller has 8 channel LED output. Each output can be configured in various mode of strobe lighting inspection operation.

You can control the precise current supplied to the LED for brightness control. You can also control the following timing parameters (in microseconds),

  • Time delayed pulsed light
  • Duration of the pulsed light

Suitable for LED voltage 12V to 24V up to pulse current 4A (max).
Input trigger to control the precise timing for a pulse LED light output.

Light Trigger Input

Trigger input to pulse the corresponding LED channel at the precise timing. You can connect camera output control signal to synchronise the camera image capture to the LED light output.

The LED channels can also be synchronised to pulse through a single trigger input.

 

 
Ethernet network connectivity to configure and control the LED pulse controller

Ethernet Network Communication

You can configure the LED controller operation through the network using Ascii coded commands (UDP protocol).

You can detect VLC-8000 controller in your intranet network through it self-discovery protocol.

RS232 communication version is also available as an alternative to Ethernet connectivity.

 

Wide Range Voltage Input Power Supply

Use the power supply rated for your LED lighting. If the LED is 12V, the power supply input will be 12V. For 24V LED, the power supply will be 24V.

The controller can accept a wide power supply voltage input range from 12V – 48V.
Pluggable connector for trigger and pulsed LED wiring

 Easy Pluggable Connector

A pluggable connector helps simplify your onsite installation and maintenance.
easy to configure LED strobe light controller

Easy Configuration

Configuration can be done through software or via Ethernet network using the built-in Webserver. You can also send network command messages to control or configure the LED controller.
 8 channel LED strobe light controller in Singapore  Steps control operation LED pulse light output synchronisation.
LED controller accept wide supply voltage range.  High current pulsed LED lighting controller heat sink

 

Check out also the VLC-4000 LED Pulse Controller (4 Channel)

or check out the main page for LED Strobe Light Pulse Controller.

 

 

Neuphonix TechnologyThe Machine Vision Solution Specialist in Singapore

Click here to contact neuphonix (machine vision)  for further information.

 

VLC-4000 LED Pulse Light Controller

VLC-4000 LED Pulse Light Controller (4 Channel)

 Neuphonix Technology

The Machine Vision Solution Specialist in Singapore

Click here to contact neuphonix (machine vision)  for further information.

LED Pulse Controller 4 Channel LED with 4 triggering input

LED pulse light controller for machine vision camera inspection.

This controller aid the camera with synchronise precisely timed strobe light to help the camera take sharp images for production inspection. VLC-4000 is specially designed for the automated visual inspection industry.

 

Visual Inspection System using VLC-4000

Vision Inspection System Devices

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Vision Inspection System using VLC-4000 LED Pulse Light Controller

 

VLC-4000 LED Pulse Light Controller

  
VLC-4000 Strobe Lightning Control. User Configurable Settings through device or over the network.

Features

  • 4 channel LED Output (up to 4A pulse current per channel)
  • 4 channel Light Trigger Input
  • Ethernet or RS232 communication
  • Wide range power supply input (12-48Vdc)
  • Easy pluggable Connector for wiring
  • Easy Configuration (User Interface)
LED Pulse Controller Ethernet Network Control Strobe Lightning

LED Channel Output

This pulse controller has 4 channel LED output. Each output can be configured in various mode of strobe lighting inspection operation.

You can control the precise current supplied to the LED for brightness control. You can also control the following timing parameters (in microseconds),

  • Time delayed pulsed light
  • Duration of the pulsed light

Suitable for LED voltage 12V to 24V up to pulse current 4A (max).
 

Light Trigger Input

Trigger input to pulse the corresponding LED channel at the precise timing. You can connect camera output control signal to synchronise the camera image capture to the LED light output.

The LED channels can also be synchronised to pulse through a single trigger input.

 
VLC-4000 High Power Output LED Current, trigger by input or computer communication

Ethernet Network Communication

You can configure the LED controller operation through the network using Ascii coded commands (UDP protocol).

You can detect the controller in your intranet network through it self-discovery protocol.

RS232 communication version is also available as an alternative to Ethernet connectivity.
 

Wide Range Voltage Input Power Supply

Use the power supply rated for your LED lighting. If the LED is 12V, the power supply input will be 12V. For 24V LED, the power supply will be 24V.

The controller can accept a wide power supply voltage input range from 12V – 48V.
 

 Easy Pluggable Connector

The pluggable connector helps simplify your onsite installation and maintenance.
VLC-4000 User Interface for setting up LED control operation mode.

Easy Configuration

User panel and buttons available for a quick LED operation setup. Setup the pulse timing, LED current, etc…

Panel interface can also be locked to prevent an unintended change of configuration.

Configuration can be done through software or via the network using the built-in Webserver. You can also send network command messages to control or configure the LED controller.

 

 

Check out also the VLC-8000 LED Pulse Controller (8 Channel)

or check out the main page for LED Strobe Light Pulse Controller.

 

Neuphonix TechnologyThe Machine Vision Solution Specialist in Singapore

Click here to contact neuphonix (machine vision)  for further information.

 

 

LED Strobe Light Pulse Controller

LED Strobe Light Pulse Controller (Machine Vision Product)

Control LED current for light intensity, and control precise lighting timing to aid camera to take a crisp and sharp image for automated image processing. Suitable for visual inspection in the factory production line.

The controller can be connected to a camera to synchronise the strobe light triggering at a precise timing. LED light can be triggered by the camera to activate the light pulse. The controller can also be configured for various strobe pulse operation. The pulse controller can be controlled from switches interface or can be continuously turned on.

The controller can accept power supply input with a wide voltage range. Communication to control or configure the LED pulse can be done through Ethernet network or the alternative RS232 model.

Check out the following LED strobe light pulse controller product link for further information.

 

VLC-4000 LED Light Pulse Controller (4 Channel)

LED Pulse Controller 4 Channel LED with 4 triggering input
Click here for more information.

 

VLC-8000 LED Strobe Light Controller (8 Channel)

VLC-8000 LED Stroke Light Controller
Click here for more information.

PP420 – 4 Channel LED Strobe Controller

PP420 LED Strobe Controller from GARDASOFT VISION

PP400 Gardasoft LED Strobe Light ControllerGardadsoft logo

Check out more LED controllers from GARDASOFT VISION industrial LED technology.

LC200 – Single Channel LED Lighting Controller

LC200-24V LED lighting controller can be purchased online from Vision Light Tech.

LC200-12 LED lighting, purchase online from Vision Light TechVision Light Tech logo

Supply Voltage 24Vdc, 30mA to 2A. (max 3W)
User manual (pdf) for LC200.

PP820 – 8 Channel LED Strobe Controller

PP820 LED strobe controller feature a 8 channel module to control your LED strobe lighting. Communication can be in RS232 or Ethernet.

PP820 8 Channel LED strobe light controllerGardadsoft logo

You can check out more information about PP820 from GARDASOFT VISION.

 

Neuphonix TechnologyThe Machine Vision Solution Specialist in Singapore

Click here to contact neuphonix (machine vision)  for further information.

Wireless Tracking System

Wireless Tracking Technologies

A wireless tracking system can help to track the number of objects at the different zone. There are many tracking solutions on the market now that offers object tracking for indoor application. These are some of the tracking technologies available today.

  • iBeacon
  • BLE (Low Energy Bluetooth)
  • Active RFID Tags
  • UWB beacon (Ultra Wide Band Width)
  • Zigbee
  • Wifi

Tracking of objects or devices can help automate or improve the efficiency of a business process. The location information captured can also be analysed to provide with further insight to further grow and expand your business.

While there are many benefits to deploying a tracking system for your business operation, there are disadvantages in using these tracking technologies for tracking of a large number of tags.

Disadvantage of the Current Tracking Technologies

The listed tracking technologies are quite advanced in the implementation. They use protocol communication to uniquely identify tags or beacons. For an application that requires a larger quantity of tags (tracking carts or trolleys), these advanced tracking technologies will not be suitable.

Unable to Handle a Larger Quantity of Tags

Expensive Tags

Each tag has a receiver and transmission to communicate with each other. On board the circuit, a microcontroller or data logic is required to process the data from the communication. More components and IC chip is required in order to build a beacon tag.

These technologies might be useful or low quantity tracking of unique objects. For tracking of a large quantity of trolley or carts, these tags are perceived to be more expensive for the value they are adding to the application.

Higher Energy Consumption

More components used can mean a higher energy consumption. The complex communication protocol makes the tag work even more. Given the often limited size of the wireless tag, the tag’s battery would probably drain flat faster.

Slower Response Time

The complex protocol and a large number of tags competing for the communication air time are going to cause more data collision, re-transmission and hence slower response time.

Alternative Tracking Solution (Wireless RF Beacon)

A simple RF beacon is proposed to help track massive mobile objects can be design and implemented.

The beacon uses simple RF pulse to alert the base station. It is a low-cost solution for tracking of a larger quantity of mobile objects like trolleys and carts.

Advantages

  • Lower cost of tags.
  • Lower energy consumption of tags, longer operating time.
  • Handle a larger quantity of tags.
  • Provide an estimated quantity of tags within a zone.
  • Ability to deploy multiple base station to improve the resolution of the tag tracking.
  • Simple technologies, simple to maintain.

Disadvantages

  • Unable to uniquely identify the object (cart, trolley).
  • Unable to precisely count the number of objects.
  • The tags are unable to exchange data with the base station.

Simple Tracking Solution For Massive Mobile Objects

While there are many advanced technologies to perform object localisation, tracking and monitoring, it may not be the best solution for application that does not need the objects to be uniquely identified.

A cost effective wireless RF beacon is proposed to help cater the application of counting the number of objects within a given zone to enhance the productivity and business operation.

Freelance Electronic Engineer

Are you looking for a freelance electronic engineer to help you with your electronic engineering project, design or electronic hardware product troubleshooting? You can check out the following resources for a freelance electronic engineer in Singapore, and overseas.

If you are ready to outsource your electronic project, consider engaging a specialised electronic engineering company to managed your electronic design project. For more information about our electronic engineering services, check out our website or contact us directly.

Freelance Electronic Engineer (Jobs in Singapore)

Singapore has one of the largest electronic engineer graduates from the South East Asia region. There is a large pool of engineers graduated from our local university, polytechnic and ITE each and every year. Electronic graduates represent about 20% of the total graduates in Singapore. There is no shortage of engineering professional in Singapore.

For a business operating in Singapore, it will be easier to engage with a local freelance electronic engineer. Engineering can be complex at times and communication is very important in getting across what you are looking for.

A local freelance engineer shares a common language and culture. It is easier to communicate and easier for them to understand the nature of your projects. There will be times where a meetup and discussion is necessary. A local freelance electronic engineer can provide much more flexibility and security.

The following are some of the links where you can engage electronic engineer freelancer in Singapore,

Typical hiring rate for electronic professional is about $500/day (year 2011) in Singapore. Compare to hiring permanent engineering staff, there is a much lesser the responsibility and burden for your business operating cost.

Freelance Electronic Engineer (Overseas)

Engaging an overseas freelancer engineer takes more effect. It is important to select one who is able to communicate very well with you. Very often you will want them to be responsive.

There is a lesser chance of meeting up face to face with your freelancer. It is always better to engage with an online platform to help you manage the project transaction like the deliveries and payment issue. An online platform also provides scoring and review system which can help you determine the service that you are getting from the freelancers base on their completed project in the past.

The following are some of the links where you can engage electronic engineer freelancer from overseas,

Hire your electronic engineer from

The risk is often higher engaging engineers from overseas unless the project is very simple. However, there is a greater potential to discover more good engineers from a wider pool of resources overseas.

Alternative to Freelance Electronic Engineering Solution

PIC-CONTROL is an electronic engineering service company providing design and product manufacturing services to our client. We work closely with you to helped realised the solution for your business needs.

Advantages of outsourcing to a specialised electronic engineering company,

  • Comprehensive resources and an established network to solve your problem.
  • Rich experience, highly specialisation and interest in the electronic industry.
  • Guarantee delivery.
  • Maintaining documentation for your projects.
  • Warranty and technical support.
  • Always available for you.

PIC-CONTROL has the expertise, resources and network in the area of electronic engineering to bring your business forward. We are your engineers taking care of your engineering projects.

Check out our website for further information, or contact our sales engineer today.

TSSOP to DIP Adapter (2.54mm)

Convert your TSSOP SMD IC chip to DIP using an SMD adapter board for your electronic design rapid prototyping.

TSSOP (0.64mm) to DIP Adapter (2.54mm)

TSSOP 8 pins 0.64mm pitch to DIP 2.54mm pitchfor TSSOP pitch 0.64mm (pins spacing).

Suitable for TSSOP package up to 8 pins.

Click here to buy PIC-202 SMD Adapter Board.

or visit our product page for further details about PIC-202 SMD Adapter Board.

TSSOP (0.635mm) to DIP Adapter (2.54mm)

SMD IC adapter, SMD to 2.54mm pitch [PIC-201]for TSSOP pitch 0.635mm (pins spacing).

Suitable for TSSOP package -> 16 pins, 18 pins, 20 pins, 24 pins, up to 28 pins.

Click here to buy PIC-201 SMD Adapter Board.

or visit our product page for further details about PIC-201 SMD Adapter Board.

More Electronic Prototyping Solution

Check out our other rapid prototyping board products.

PIC-CONTROL also provides rapid prototyping services for electronic product development.