Amphenol Piher Sensing Systems
Amphenol Piher Sensing Systems, founded in 1950 in Barcelona and acquired by Amphenol in 2017, specializes in contactless position sensors, potentiometers, and custom sensing solutions for automotive and industrial applications.
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Amphenol Piher Sensing Systems was founded in 1950 in Barcelona, Spain, and became part of Amphenol Corporation in 2017. The company specializes in manufacturing standard and custom controls, potentiometers, and position sensors with expertise in contactless technologies including Hall-effect and inductive sensing.
Piher's comprehensive product portfolio includes:
- Contactless position sensors (Hall-effect and inductive technologies)
- Trimmer and control potentiometers (6-15mm configurations)
- Speed and direction sensors for gear tooth applications
- Tilt sensors and resistive position sensors
- Printed electronics solutions
With an outstanding track record in electronic components, Piher serves automotive, off-road, aerospace, industrial, marine, and appliance sectors. Their solutions deliver high performance in harsh environment applications requiring the utmost accuracy and reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What sensing technologies does Amphenol Piher use?
- Amphenol Piher specializes in contactless sensing technologies including Hall-effect and inductive technologies, as well as traditional resistive potentiometer solutions.
- What types of sensors does Amphenol Piher manufacture?
- Piher manufactures position sensors, speed sensors, tilt sensors, potentiometers (trimmer and control types), and printed electronics for rotary and linear position measurement.
- When did Amphenol acquire Piher?
- Amphenol Corporation acquired Piher Sensing Systems in 2017. Piher was originally founded in Barcelona, Spain in 1950.
- What industries use Amphenol Piher sensors?
- Amphenol Piher sensors are used in automotive, off-road vehicles, aerospace, industrial automation, marine, and appliance applications requiring precise position, speed, or tilt measurement.
