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Klixon Precision Products specialized in manufacturing both standard and custom electromechanical products for commercial and aerospace applications. Their product lineup included circuit breakers, motor protectors, precision switches, thermostats, and board-level products. Klixon was later acquired by Texas Instruments and is now part of Sensata Technologies.
The Sensata/Klixon brand is renowned for its engineered devices used in a wide range of applications such as industrial systems, major appliances, aircraft, commercial buildings, and semiconductor protection. Klixon’s circuit breakers, protectors, and thermostats are crucial in preventing damage from overheating and fires across various systems, including commercial HVAC systems, refrigerators, cars, and lighting.
Sensata Technologies, along with the Klixon brand, designs and produces electrical protection devices for global aerospace, heavy vehicle, industrial, and military/defense applications. Klixon aircraft circuit breakers are known for their compact, lightweight design and high resistance to shock and vibration, making them ideal for applications requiring reliable and precise operation.
As a leading supplier of circuit breakers in the global aircraft industry, Sensata KLIXON has set the standard for quality, reliability, and performance, pioneering many of the circuit breaker styles used in modern aircraft. Their comprehensive range includes various types, features, and design options.
Klixon also offers a wide selection of precision thermostats for aerospace, satellite, commercial and military aircraft, medical equipment, and HVAC markets. These thermostats are engineered for temperature protection and control in challenging environments.
Sensata Technologies provides rugged precision switches and hermetically sealed snap-acting pressure switches suited for demanding aerospace and electronics applications where high reliability and environmental resistance are critical.
Sensata’s Kavlico LVDTs are the benchmark for flight and fuel control position measurements, capable of withstanding temperatures up to 260°C, with future products designed to handle up to 535°C. Utilizing a non-contacting mutual induction principle, these LVDTs offer friction-free motion and exceptional resolution, with over 1 million units installed in aircraft globally.
Since 1941, Sensata has been a key player in the aircraft circuit breaker market, continuously innovating with advancements like 3D printing to enhance circuit breaker design and performance.
With operations in thirteen countries, Sensata Technologies stands as a leading provider of sensing, electrical protection, control, and power management solutions. Their products enhance safety, efficiency, and comfort across automotive, appliance, aircraft, industrial, military, heavy vehicle, HVAC, data, telecommunications, recreational vehicle, and marine applications. For more information, visit www.sensata.com.
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