Ultrasonic Sensors Solving Distance Measurement Automation Challenges

Pulstar 150 Sensor - MassaMassaSonic PulStar® Series Ultrasonic Sensors are ruggedly designed transmitting modules that provide reliable continuous level or distance measurement of fluids, pastes, or solid bulk materials.  These sensors accurately operate at application ranges from 4 inches (100mm) to 20 feet (6m).

Incorporating state-of-the-art ultrasonic technology and processing algorithms, all models provide precision non-contact distance measurement for applications such as factory automation, process control, tank level monitoring, or object detection applications. False echoes due to structure interference are not a problem because of advanced processing algorithms. The PulStar and PulStar Plus are the next generation improvements to Massa’s Legacy M-300 and M-320 product lines in PulStar manufacturing, and are completely backward compatible with existing M-300/M-320 installations and software. The NEW PulStar TTL Sensors are designed for easy electronic and mechanical interface to the control system of an OEM system integrator. These rugged Sensors are RoHS compliant, IP68 rated, and available in three versions. Contact a Massa Applications Specialist to discuss your specific PulStar manufacturing, customized ultrasonic distance measurer, and sensing needs.

Ultrasonic Sensor TTL Applications

Here are just a few examples of our ultrasonic sensor TTL being used in various field applications.  The possible combinations and applications are endless with a fully customizable sensor for your needs.

Roll Diameter Measuring Sensors

Accurately measuring the various distance of a roll diameter as it unwinds can enable factory automation in such applications.

Distance Detection Sensors

Scanning and measuring distances is crucial for highly automated machines to correctly place themselves in the appropriate postion.

Stacking Level Measurement Sensors

Ultrasonic sensors can target highly accurate distances of target material enabling accurate stacking and packing automation.

Fully Customizable Distance Measurement Sensor Solutions

Pulstar 150 Sensor - Massa

The lower cost standard models in the PulStar Series are accurate, rugged, and particularly ideal if false echoes from sound reflecting structures between the sensor and the surface being measured are not encountered and extended detection ranges not required.

MassaSonic PulStar Standard Sensors
150 kHz
(Short Range)
95 kHz
(Medium Range)
Minimum Detection Distance 4 inches
(100mm)
12 inches
(300mm)
Maximum Detection Distance 7 feet
(2.1m)
13 feet
(4m)
Automatic User Programmable Adjustment of Detection Settings No No
0 to 10 V DC Analog Output Model Yes Yes
0/4 to 20 mA DC Analog Output Model Yes Yes
Housing Material PVC or PVDF
Mount 1 inch NPT
Operating Temperature Range -40°C to 70°C
Electronic Communication Using a Computer RS-485 data link allowing up to 32 sensors
on a multi-drop communication network
Datasheet Link PulStar/PulStar Plus Datasheetpdf icon
MassaSonic Software MassaSonic Software Version 3.73 (Download)
Installation & Operation Guide PulStar Ultrasonic Sensor Installation & Operating Guidepdf icon
Serial Communications Guide PulStar and Flatpack Serial Communications Guidepdf icon
PulStar Plus Series Sensor

PulStar Plus Sensor additional features include: drop down menus to auto adjust detection settings to ignore false echoes caused by stationary objects in the sound path (mounting tubes), and contain a High Power Setting for extended detection range.

MassaSonic PulStar Plus Sensors
150 kHz
(Short Range)
95 kHz
(Medium Range)
Minimum Detection Distance 4 inches
(100mm)
8 inches
(200mm)
Maximum Detection Distance 9 feet
(2.7m)
20 feet
(6m)
Automatic User Programmable Adjustment of Detection Settings Yes Yes
0 to 10 V DC Analog Output Model Yes Yes
0/4 to 20 mA DC Analog Output Model Yes Yes
Housing Material PVC or PVDF
Mount 1 inch NPT
Operating Temperature Range -40°C to 70°C
Electronic Communication Using a Computer RS-485 data link allowing up to 32 sensors
on a multi-drop communication network
Datasheet Link PulStar/PulStar Plus Datasheetpdf icon
MassaSonic Software MassaSonic Software Version 3.73 (Download)
Installation & Operation Guide PulStar Series Sensor Installation & Operating Guidepdf icon
Serial Communications Guide PulStar and Flatpack Serial Communications Guidepdf icon
PulStar TTL Series Sensor

PulStar TTL Sensors easily interface into an OEM system integrator’s control system. Powered by 5V DC, they communicate using asynchronous UART TTL 1.8V signals and have the detection setting features of a PulStar Plus to ignore false echoes.

MassaSonic PulStar TTL Sensors
95 kHz
(Medium Range)
150 kHz
(Short Range)
Minimum Detection Distance 8 inches
(200mm)
4 inches
(100mm)
Maximum Detection Distance 13 feet
(4m)
7 feet
(2.13m)
Automatic User Programmable Adjustment of Detection Settings Yes
0 to 10 V DC Analog Output Model No
0/4 to 20 mA DC Analog Output Model No
Housing Material PVC
Mount 1 inch NPT
Operating Temperature Range -40°C to 70°C
Electronic Communication Using a Computer TTL to USB converters
Datasheet Link PulStar TTL Datasheetpdf icon
MassaSonic Software MassaSonic Software Version 3.73 (Download)
Installation & Operation Guide PulStar TTL Sensor Installation & Operating Guidepdf icon
Serial Communications Guide PulStar and Flatpack Serial Communications Guidepdf icon
Pulstar L95 Series Sensor

MassaSonic PulStar® Loop-Powered Sensors are ruggedly designed transmitting modules that provide reliable continuous level or distance measurement of fluids, pastes, or solid bulk materials.

PulStar L-95 Loop-Powered Sensor
95 kHz
(Medium Range)
Minimum Detection Distance 8 inches
(200mm)
Maximum Detection Distance 20 feet
(6m)
Housing Material PVDF
Mount 2 inch NPS
Operating Temperature Range -30°C to 65°C
Datasheet Link PulStar L-95 Datasheetpdf icon
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