PCB Piezotronics | Sensors

PCB Piezotronics specializes in manufacturing sensors that assist design engineers and predictive maintenance professionals in measuring vibration, pressure, force, acoustics, load, and shock across various research, development, and industrial applications. Established in 1967, the company pioneered the development of piezoelectric quartz sensors, accelerometers, and associated electronics, enhancing sensor usability with integrated microelectronic signal conditioning circuitry. Their ICP® sensors became highly popular, laying the foundation for PCB’s success.

Product Expansion and Capabilities

With continuous investment in technology and facilities, PCB broadened its product offerings to include piezoceramic, tourmaline, capacitive, piezoresistive, and strain gage sensors. The expanded range now includes industrial and DC accelerometers, load cells, torque sensors, microphones, pressure transmitters, and calibration equipment.

Aerospace Solutions

PCB Piezotronics supplies sensors, cables, and signal conditioning instruments to the aerospace sector, supporting applications like gas turbine engines, rocket motor combustion testing, cryogenic fuel pulsations, and helicopter health monitoring (HUMS). Their sensors are used for structural, vibration, and flight testing, as well as in satellites, wind tunnels, and aircraft noise measurement.

Ground and Flight Testing

PCB’s sensors play a key role in ground testing programs for aircraft, covering areas like acoustics, material fatigue, structural dynamics, and flight loads. They offer reliable and cost-effective solutions tailored to specific ground testing needs. In airborne testing, PCB provides sensors for helicopters, aircraft, UAVs, and rockets, measuring engine vibration, pressure, rotor balance, and cabin noise.

Environmental Testing

For extreme conditions, PCB manufactures sensors used in highly accelerated life testing (HALT) and stress screening (HASS), ensuring that only the highest-quality products are delivered to customers. Additional products include sensors for spacecraft, stage separation pyroshock testing, and cryogenic and high-temperature measurement in rocket engines.

Certifications and Quality Standards

PCB Piezotronics adheres to stringent manufacturing standards, including AS9100, ISO 9001, and A2LA accredited calibration to ISO 17025. Their products can be customized to meet specific aerospace standards like RTCA-DO-160 and MIL-STD-810, ensuring quality and reliability in challenging environments.