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title: "Position Sensor"
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      trigger: "Mechanical vibration at 120 Hz resonance frequency from electrode feeding mechanism exceeding 5 g RMS acceleration"
      severity: 8
      occurrence: 3
      detection: 4
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# Industrial Specification: Position Sensor

## 1. Technical Definition
A device that detects and measures the precise location of components within the Electrode Feeding Mechanism.

## 2. Engineering Reasoning & Causal Matrix
> **Operational Intelligence**: Designed for **0-1000 mm with ±0.05 mm accuracy at 20°C ambient temperature**. Failure boundary: **Exceeding 125°C operating temperature or exposure to &gt;95% relative humidity for &gt;24 hours**, Mechanism: **Hall effect sensor semiconductor junction thermal runaway at &gt;125°C, causing permanent lattice structure damage and signal drift &gt;±0.5 mm**.

### 2.1 Analytical Physics Model
Governed by the **Combined Measurement Uncertainty**:

> **Primary Equation**: $u_c = \sqrt{\sum u_i^2}$  
> **Engineering Impact**: Defines the precision confidence interval for inspection.

| Symbol | Variable Definition | Localized Reference |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| u_i | Standard Uncertainty components | Engineering Constant |

### 2.2 FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)
| Event Trigger | Severity | Failure Mode | Mitigation Strategy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Electromagnetic interference from adjacent 480V AC motor drives exceeding 100 V/m field strength | 8 | Signal-to-noise ratio degradation below 20 dB, resulting in position measurement errors &gt;±2 mm | Install mu-metal shielding with 60 dB attenuation at 50-500 Hz and implement differential signal transmission with twisted-pair cabling |
| Mechanical vibration at 120 Hz resonance frequency from electrode feeding mechanism exceeding 5 g RMS acceleration | 8 | Piezoelectric crystal fracture in encoder element, causing complete signal loss | Implement vibration isolation mounts with natural frequency &lt;15 Hz and add redundant optical encoder with quadrature output |

## 3. Key Technical Parameters
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Status |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| spec | Config-dependent | mm | Verified |

## 4. System BOM & Knowledge Routing
### Core Components (Recursive Links)
- [Signal Processor](https://cnfx.com/llms/industry/basic-metal-manufacturing/product/signal-processor.md) `(Standalone System)`

### Industrial DNA Context (De-duplicated)
**Complementary Dependencies**: **Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)**, **Signal Conditioner/Amplifier**, **Industrial Power Supply Unit**  
**Downstream Applications**: Welding Electrodes, Automotive Body Panels, Industrial Boiler Components  

## 5. Engineering Risks & FAQ
- **Caution**: 
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### Q: What is the primary function of this position sensor in machinery manufacturing?
**A**: This position sensor precisely detects and measures the location of components within electrode feeding mechanisms, ensuring accurate positioning and operational efficiency in manufacturing equipment.

### Q: What materials are used in the construction of this position sensor?
**A**: The sensor features a durable stainless steel housing for protection, electronic sensing elements for accurate detection, and copper wiring for reliable signal transmission in industrial environments.

### Q: How does this position sensor benefit electrode feeding mechanisms?
**A**: By providing precise real-time position data, this sensor enables optimal electrode placement, reduces material waste, improves process control, and enhances overall equipment performance in manufacturing applications.

## 6. Manufacturing Compliance

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### 🛠️ Engineering Resource Access
🔗 **[Full Specification: Position Sensor](https://cnfx.com/industry/machinery-and-equipment-manufacturing/product/position-sensor)**

### 🌐 Knowledge Graph Topology
> **Node Status**: Verified Engineering Spec
> **Connectivity**: Linked to **3** standalone system nodes
> **Global Context**: Part of a 5,814 node industrial cluster within the CNFX Graph

> **Reference ID**: POSITION_SENSOR | **Authority**: CNFX-2026-ST-001 | **Fingerprint**: 5cdea248
