Linear Position

Linear Position Sensing

Methode designs and manufactures linear position sensing solutions that encompass magneto-elastic, field-effect, conductive inks, capacitive, eddy current, optical, electro-mechanical, and hall-effect technologies. Our portfolio addresses diverse applications in a broad range of industries including automotive and medical.

Linear Position SensingCustomer Values

  • Maintenance-free throughout the design life of the product
  • Enhances product performance and design-in simplicity
  • Offers product differentiation
  • Reduces warranty and catastrophic failure
  • Satisfies ever-changing industry and regulatory requirements

Technology Values

  • Non-contact sensing
  • Withstands extremely harsh environments
  • Features accuracy, repeatability, rapid response and wide dynamic range
  • Provides custom solutions

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Linear Position SensingTechnology Values

  • Non-contact discrete position sensing technology
  • No moving parts to wear or fail
  • Discrete sensing array configurations available
  • Optional insert-molded electronic sealed packaging
  • No software required
  • Suitable for disposable applications
  • Offers extreme reliability and durability
  • 200+ million units field-proven

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Linear Position SensingTechnology Values

  • Polymer Thick Film (PTF) and inkjet printed inks
  • Highly conductive ink properties
  • Excellent durability
  • Linear characteristics for sensors
  • Manufacturing of sensor assemblies
  • High-resolution printing
  • Laser trimming to meet tight tolerances

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Linear Position SensingTechnology Values

  • High-resolution and accuracy
  • Absolute multi-turn measurement
  • Built-in redundancy and self-diagnostics

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Linear Position SensingTechnology Values

  • Proven technology with built-in redundancy and self-diagnostics
  • Self-adjustment features
  • Adaptive learning over life of device
  • Continuous monitoring of internal failures
  • Ideal for safety-critical applications

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Linear Position SensingTechnology Values

  • Non-contact
  • High-resolution and repeatability
  • Ideal for safety-critical applications

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Linear Position SensingTechnology Values

  • High-cycle durability
  • Mechanical self-adjustment
  • Compact package handling low and high automotive current
  • Years of high volume production

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Linear Position SensingTechnology Values

  • Less demanding applications
  • Proven technology
  • Discrete and linear

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Our Linear Position Solutions

Found in industries such as automotive and medical, our Linear Position sensors use Magneto-Elastic, field-effectconductive & resistive ink, capacitive, eddy current, optical, electro-mechanical and hall effect technologies to create innovative and reliable solutions for a number of applications.

 

Linear Position Sensing

Linear Input Sensing Arrays Using Field-Effect

Linear input sensing arrays are utilized in applications requiring the ability to sense multiple discrete positions without making contact, and represent them with conductive sensing targets or structural edges.

How We Customize

Methode designs slider-touch user interfaces for through-wall linear fluid level sensing, non-contact seat position sensing, and patient positioning in medical applications.

Linear Position Sensing

Throttle Position Sensor Element

Our printed flex circuits can be shaped or wrapped into 3-D packaging, and our inks withstand flexure and wear.

How We Customize

Our printed flex circuits can be shaped or wrapped into 3-D packaging, and our inks withstand flexure and wear.

Linear Position Sensing

PSA-SAS

Using phase-shifted signals and the capacitive electrode as a reflector, the position of two moving parts carrying reflectors can be sensed and translated into a linear position. Since the measurement is relative, the technology limitation of capacitors will be minimized if not mitigated.

Linear Position Sensing

Optical Position Sensor

Using a photoelectric device, sliding above a pre-defined code wheel, our optical position sensors detect the exact position of the coordinate by taking a snapshot of the code compared to a look-up table.

Linear Position Sensing

Pedal Linear Position Sensor

Offering a very low-profile footprint with rapid, repeatable response to linear movement, our pedal linear position sensors measure both inner and outer shaft movement with a single-sensor module, providing superior resolution.

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Sensor for Clutch Pedal Position

Using a moving target with a magnet above a Hall element, our clutch pedal position sensor offers a cost-effective way of measuring limited linear position with suitable resolution, utilizing standard components.

Linear Position Sensing

ATL Pedal Switch

A leading manufacturer of brake and clutch pedal box switches and analog devices, Methode develops solutions capable of supporting an extensive range of automotive requisites including electrical loads, operating forces and interface geometry, both in linear and rotational movement

How We Customize

Switch options include various features such as self-adjust mechanisms, diverse interface configurations, electrical contact systems and operating forces.

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Clutch Position Sensor

Our Clutch Position Sensor is a passive sensor that does require a magnet affixed to the shaft, and can sense magnetic fields of <2 Gauss.  The technology detects linear displacement of the clutch actuation piston.

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  • Methode The Americas
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    Work 1-877-316-7700
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    Work +91 80435 00702
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Case Studies

Find out how Methode helps customers differentiate and win in their end markets.

Applications

  • Seats
  • Clutch Assemblies
  • Slave & Brake Cylinders
  • Pedals
  • Automatic Transmission (AT)
  • Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)
  • Brake Calipers
  • Forklifts
  • Machine Tools & Robotics
  • Printers
  • Multi-Level Fluid Sensing
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