High-Precision Ultrasonic Sensors: Versatile solutions for liquid level measurement and air bubble detection across different applications

Our ultrasonic sensors measure liquid level despite variations in transparency, viscosity, color, or dielectric. These solutions include air bubble detection for medical pumps; point and continuous level sensors for the semiconductor and high purity markets; and point level sensors for a variety of process control applications. We offer high accuracy, high frequency, short range continuous measurement ultrasonic sensors through air for process control. We manufacture standard and custom products that provide a system without moving parts, adjustments, or maintenance.

Product Features:

Capabilities of TE's Ultrasonic Sensor Products

  • Compatibility with a range of liquids and gases for sensors in direct contact with the media
  • No moving parts with outputs available in switch configurations or continuous measurements, as well as AC and DC inputs
  • Continuous ultrasonic liquid level sensor design for ultra-high purity applications (SL-900 Series)
  • Air-bubble detectors for critical applications such as infusion pumps, hemodialysis and blood flow monitoring where interruption in performance can be life-threatening (AD-102)

1mL

Detect bubbles as small as 1mL

1000

PSI; custom designs up to 1,000 PSI

150°C

Available maximum temperature rating on certain configurations; minimum operating temperature as low as -30°C.

Featured Product

High-Resolution Air Bubble Detector AD-102

TE Connectivity’s AD-102 are designed to provide accuracy and versatility for fluid delivery systems.  

 

  • High sensitivity bubble detection resolution of 25% of tubing inner diameter, critical for precise fluid delivery
  • Detectors can detect less than 1ml/min, enabling the most accurate and reliable performance in critical medical settings 
  • Experience versatility with tubing options ranging from 3mm to 10mm with 6mm as standard 
  • Customizablility enables detector to be used in a wider range of medical applications 
  • Non-invasive design helps eliminate sterility and fluid compatibility concerns, streamlining design and enhancing usability 
  • High-noise immunity enables accurate and reliably results in environment with electrical noise 
  • Enhanced accuracy with on-demand and continuous self-test, helping eliminate false positives 
  • Experience a seamless integration and better user experience with easy verification of functionality

 

Learn More About High-Resolution Air Bubble Detector AD-102

Air Bubble Detector

Sensor Portfolio

Product Overview

  • High sensitivity bubble detection
  • Customizable tubing sizes 
  • Non-invasive design
  • High noise immunity
  • Self-test 

Featured Applications

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Air Bubble Detector Comparison Chart

 
Product Image
Appearance
Bubble Resolution
Tubing Size
Electrical Response Time
Power Input
Signal Output
Current Draw
Self-Test
Material and Thickness
Applications

White

Diameter 70% Tube ID (~11.5uL for 4mm ID Tube)

2 standard sizes: 4mm and
6mm OD tubing

0.2 msec

5-24 VDC

3.3V TTL

<25 mA

Internal self-test (output condition to self-test line)

Thicker walled tube becomes more of a concern

Medical Pumps

Black

<25% Tube ID (~0.5uL for 4mm ID Tube)

1 standard size: 6mm OD tubing Custom Size available 

0.5 msec

5 + 0.5 VDC

5V TTL

<10 mA, 5mA typical 

Enhanced self-test (self-test on demand plus continuous monitoring)

Not a concern

Medical Pumps

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