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Sensing Technology

Thin Film.

Precision micro-deposited layers on stainless steel diaphragms. The technology of choice for pressure, force, load, weight and torque measurement.

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40+

Years of OEM sensing expertise

500+

Projects delivered worldwide

100+

Applications across industry

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Thin FilmTHIN FILM

Thin Film

Precision micro-deposited layers on stainless steel diaphragms. Ideal for pressure, force, load, weight and torque measurement.

PressureForce & LoadWeightTorque
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UltrasonicULTRASONIC

Ultrasonic

Sound-wave measurement through tube walls with zero intrusion. Used for flow, bubble detection and liquid level sensing.

FlowBubble DetectionLiquid Level
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CapacitiveCAPACITIVE

Capacitive

Non-invasive electric field sensing through vessel walls. Ideal for continuous and point liquid level detection without contact.

Continuous LevelPoint Level
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PRECISION OEM SENSING

Engineered for the applications where failure is not an option

SMD Sensors designs and manufactures precision sensing solutions for medical devices, industrial automation, and life-critical equipment. Our OEM sensors are built to perform in environments where accuracy, reliability, and longevity are not negotiable.

From thin film pressure sensors rated to ±0.1% accuracy, to clamp-on ultrasonic flow and bubble detection sensors — every product is engineered, calibrated, and tested to exacting OEM specifications.

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30+

YEARS OEM

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100+

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Worldwide

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POINT LEVEL DETECTIONFORCE SENSINGBUBBLE DETECTIONPRESSURE MEASUREMENTFLOW SENSINGLOAD CELLSLIQUID LEVELTORQUE MEASUREMENTPOINT LEVEL DETECTIONFORCE SENSINGBUBBLE DETECTIONPRESSURE MEASUREMENTFLOW SENSINGLOAD CELLSLIQUID LEVELTORQUE MEASUREMENT

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Medical DevicesINDUSTRY

Medical Devices

From infusion pumps and dialysis machines to surgical tools and diagnostics — trusted in life-critical applications globally.

Infusion PumpsDialysisSurgical ToolsDiagnostics
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Elevator & BuildingINDUSTRY

Elevator & Building

Load, pressure and position sensing for elevator safety systems, HVAC, and intelligent building automation.

Elevator SafetyHVACLoad MonitoringBuilding Automation
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Aerospace & DefenceINDUSTRY

Aerospace & Defence

High-reliability pressure, force and flow sensors for demanding aerospace and defence applications.

Flight SystemsHydraulicsFuel Monitoring
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SemiconductorINDUSTRY

Semiconductor

Ultra-precise sensors for wafer processing, gas delivery and chemical mechanical planarisation equipment.

Wafer ProcessingGas DeliveryCMP
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Industrial AutomationINDUSTRY

Industrial Automation

Robust sensing for hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics and process control in harsh industrial environments.

HydraulicsPneumaticsRoboticsProcess Control
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Food & BeverageINDUSTRY

Food & Beverage

Hygienic-grade sensors for liquid level, pressure and flow monitoring in food processing and packaging lines.

Level DetectionCIP/SIPPressureFlow
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Bubble DetectionDETECTION

Bubble Detection

Detect air emboli in medical fluid lines

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Liquid Level DetectionLEVEL

Liquid Level Detection

Non-invasive level sensing through vessel walls

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Pressure MeasurementPRESSURE

Pressure Measurement

OEM sensors for gauge, absolute & differential

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Force & LoadFORCE

Force & Load

Miniature load cells and force sensors for OEM integration

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Weight MeasurementWEIGHT

Weight Measurement

Precision scale platforms for medical and industrial use

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Signal ConditioningSIGNAL

Signal Conditioning

4–20 mA, 0–5 V, I²C, SPI and wireless output electronics

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Knowledge Base

Latest Technical Resources

Technical Note

What is a Load Cell? Clarifying the Terminology

Force sensor vs. load cell vs. strain gauge — understand the differences before specifying your next design.

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Technical Note

Understanding Strain Gauges in Load Cells

Thin Film vs. Bonded Foil vs. Silicon — a deep dive into the pros and cons of each technology for OEM applications.

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Application Note

Noninvasive Pressure Measurement with Thin-Film Sensors

Critical fluid management in medical applications requires precise, repeatable, non-contact pressure sensing.

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90% of our products are custom-engineered. Tell us about your OEM application and our engineering team will develop the right sensor solution — with short lead times and competitive pricing.

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Manufacturing Locations

Milford, Connecticut, USA

Basingstoke, Hampshire, UK

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Strain Measurement Devices

World leader in miniature OEM sensor design and manufacturing for medical, aerospace, semiconductor, and industrial markets

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  • Load Cells & Force Sensors
  • Pressure Sensors
  • Bubble Sensors
  • Liquid Level Sensors
  • Signal Conditioning

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  • Semiconductor
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