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    Fuel level measurement


    for commercial and
    special-purpose vehicles
    • Robust
    • Innovative
    • Efficient
    Fuel sensors

    Efficient fuel management


    Small cause – great effect: A rule that fully applies to fuel level measurement sys-
    tems. This is why the reliable collection of fuel levels for commercial and special-
    purpose vehicles is considered a prerequisite for predictable and efficient vehicle
    availability.

    Innovative solutions Scaleable levels of integration

    Our sensor systems are optimized specifically for this Our extensive assortment of sensor solutions includes
    area of application with its sometimes very difficult classics such as dip pipe sensors and lever arm sen-
    environmental conditions. We have been active in this sors with thick-film network technology (DSN) sensors,
    area for over 30 years and with sensor innovations as well as contactless sensors which are therefore
    such as the magnetic passive positioning sensor free of wear and tear.
    (MAPPS) have created the conditions for being able to
    significantly extend the service life of fuel level measure­
    ment systems – even in aggressive fuels.

    For each tank geometry

    With an extensive assortment of basic concepts we


    supply solutions for a large number of different tank
    geo­metries, flange openings (e. g., EU bayonet flange) Metal dip pipe sensor
    and fuel requirements. On the basis of a modular prin-
    ciple we are also able to assist our customers with
    products in smaller quantities. In this view customer- Depending on the requirements of the tank or vehicle
    specific lever arm sensor lengths can be implemented manufacturer, functionality options range from robust
    starting as of approximately 2,000 units annually. sensors of a simple con­struc­tion up to complex solu-
    tions including connections for fuel supply (feed and re-
    turn line for engine injection system and auxiliary heating
    The hermetically sealed MAPPS element at a length of only
    four centimetres.

    MAPPS functionality: The magnet on the lever arm sensor


    pulls down flexible contact pads on a contact board,
    producing a characteristically electronic resistance signal.

    Contactless measurements for aggressive fuels

    system) as well as ventila­tion of the tank, all of which While conventional sensor technologies in fuel and
    are integrated in the flange geometry. Regardless of the diesel achieve the required service life require-
    functional principles and design, all systems are de- ments, these values cannot automatically be trans-
    signed for a long service life and have been proving ferred for use in new fuels, such as rapeseed oil
    themselves in series for many years. methyl ester (RME, biodiesel). In the case of con-
    ventional sensors in RME thick film technology, ag-
    gressive components can accel­erate the wear and
    DSN technology tear of contact surfaces, even for high-quality con-
    tact materials.
    Sensors in thick-film network technology are a popular
    standard, because they provide reliable fuel level Contactless measure­ments represent a more se-
    measure­ments and allow for a customised preparation cure method of achieving long-term fuel level mea-
    of resistance characteristics diagrams for asymmetrical surements in these different basic conditions.
    tank geometries. Our estimated delivery quantities for
    2008 alone are approximately 30 million units. Our MAPPS meets this requirement. The actual sen-
    sor element of this paten­t­ed sensor is hermetically
    We use several designs of lever arm sensors with sen- sealed and hence does not come into contact with
    sors in thick-film network technology for a variety of so- the fuel. Measurements are car­ried out via a lever
    phisticated requirements: The standard edition in- arm sensor, which moves a small magnet in a
    cludes two grip contacts in AgNi20 and is designed for bow-like manner over the outside of the sensor
    one million cycles. Also available is a 3-finger system housing. The magnetic force pulls individual metal
    with two sets of three contacts which is designed for pads (of a total 52) on a contact board on the in­
    two million cycles (AuNi5). side of the sensor, producing a characteristic electri-
    cal resistance which is the measurement value.

    Plastic lever arm sensor (DSN technology) Plastic lever arm sensor (MAPPS technology)
    Fuel sensors

    One sensor principle – different tank depths

    We offer efficient solutions even for this require­ment.


    The new type ALAS 2 (Adjustable Lever Arm Sensor,
    second generation) fuel lever arm sensors can be
    adjusted for different tank depths in the range of 100
    and 400 mm. This allows a vehicle manufacturer or
    tank system specialist to equip different tank depths
    of an entire model series with one single sensor
    principle. This solution is especially advantageous for
    smaller quantities, as is typical for special-purpose
    vehicles.
    Type ALAS 2 adjustable lever arm sensor

    Continental Trading GmbH


    Sodener Strasse 9
    65824 Schwalbach am Taunus
    Germany
    Phone: +49 6196 87-0
    [email protected]
    www.vdo.com
    VDO – A Trademark of the Continental Corporation

    The information provided in this brochure contains only general descriptions or performance characteristics, which do not always apply as described in case of actual
    use or which may change as a result of further development of the products. This information is merely a technical description of the product. This information is not
    meant or intended to be a special guarantee for a particular quality or particular durability. An obligation to provide the respective characteristics shall only exist if expressly
    agreed in the terms of contract. We reserve the right to make changes in availability as well as technical changes without prior notice.

    A2C59512750 I Continental Trading GmbH I English © 2010


    Printed in Germany

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