Vehicle sensors


Vehicle sensor options

 

Position of vehicle sensor loop Position of vehicle sensor loop

Inductive technologies are primarily sensors for metalic objects such as vehicles. They do not detect people or animals, so may not be considered as safety devices.

Position of an exit sensor loop or single point exit sensor Position of an exit sensor loop or single point exit sensor

Inductive Loop Vehicle Sensors       

Traditional road loops are multiple loops of wire laid in the wearing surface of the road. A detector module is connected to the loop. Vehicles entering the sensing area trigger the detector circuit. Detectors that remain activated while the vehicle remains may be considered for presence duty.

 

Single Point Vehicle Sensors

New devices now involve a single sensor set in the road wearing surface. The area of detection is defined by the sensitivity it is set to. Single point sensors are much quicker to install. Used mainly for activation, not presence.

 

Optical Roadside Vehicle Sensors 

Simple photobeams are easy to instal, but are not recommended because they leave the site insecure. Exit sensors need to be more selective. A photobeam will not discriminate between a vehicle and an animal. 

Infra red ToF sensors (time of flight) however measure distance, and some texture. A shiny hard surface has a different profile to a soft moving surface. 

 

Doppler Roadside Vehicle Sensors

Microwave Doppler devices measure the speed of approach. The target must be moving. They are easy to mount at the roadside, and while more responsive to vehicles, they still respond in part to people and animals. Doppler sensors can be combined with other inductive technologies for an effective roadside vehicle sensor.

 


Inductive Loop Vehicle Sensors

 

Inductive loop installation detail Inductive loop installation detail

Loops can be cut into solid road surfaces. Any breakup of the surface will tear the loop so be sure the surface is sound. The filler material should suit the road material. Loops can be pre-made in poly' pipe for burying in gravel drives.

 

Detector Selection
Model Exit Pres Details
VD906 Yes Yes Fail secure, single sensitivity
VD907 Yes Yes Fail safe, single sensitivity
VD909 No Yes Exit sensor module
VD955 Yes Yes Fail safe/secure, 10 sensitivities
SMA Yes Yes 9 sensitivities
SMA2 Yes Yes 9 sensitivities, two inputs
Mini-loop detectors for single point exit sensors Mini-loop detectors for single point exit sensors

Single point exit sensors

 

Mini-loop exit sensor ground positionMini-loop exit sensor ground position

Single point exit sensors, sometimes described as mini-loops, are much easier to instal than full size inductive loops. Only one short lead is required to the sensor in the middle of the road. They are much less prone to cable damage if the road surface breaks up, and hidden below ground makes them vandal resistant. These exit sensors are intrinsically more reliable.

Single point exit sensors only detect metallic objects. They are normally placed in the driveway, but long range can still be effective at the side of the road. 

Single point vehicle sensors
Model Exit Pres Details
VD909 Yes No Exit sensor + module, 1 sens
VD909L Yes No Exit sensor + module, 3 sens
VD959 Yes No Exit sensor + module, 10 sens
VD961 Yes No Fail secure, 3 sensitivities
VD909 No Yes Exit sensor module
VD955 Yes Yes Fail safe/secure, 10 sensitivities
VD909 mini-loop single point exit sensor VD909 mini-loop single point exit sensor
installing a mini-loop exit sensor installing a mini-loop exit sensor
Mini-loop exit sensor activation zone Mini-loop exit sensor activation zone

Single point safety sensors

 

Single point Magnasensor vehicle detectorSingle point Magnasensor vehicle detector

Magna sensors are magnetic field sensors that respond to metallic objects; vehicles but not persons or animals. Like the single point exit sensor mini-loops, they are positioned in the driveway centre. Unlike mini-loops, they can be set in any orientation, which means these devices can be installed horizontally in a plastic duct.

Some sensors are programmed for presence detection, others for exit purposes. Both will maintain a signal as long as the vehicle is present. All single point sensors are more resistant to road damage and vandal damage. 

Single point vehicle sensors
Model Exit Pres Details
VD909 Yes No Exit sensor + module, 1 sens
VD909L Yes No Exit sensor + module, 3 sens
VD959 Yes No Exit sensor + module, 10 sens
VD961 Yes No Fail secure, 3 sensitivities
VD909 No Yes Exit sensor module
VD955 Yes Yes Fail safe/secure, 10 sensitivities
Magna sensor product range Magna sensor product range
Single point presence sensor activation zone Single point presence sensor activation zone

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  1. VD909 - 'Dynamite' Mini-Loop Vehicle Sensor/Detector
    VD909 - 'Dynamite' Mini-Loop Vehicle Sensor/Detector
    Our Price £206.40 £172.00 Regular Price £258.00
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    VD909   Mini-loop exit sensor

         Specification:

      • 25mm diameter sensor
      • 22m cable length
    • 10-30V ac/dc
    • Iq = 3mA, Idetect = 25mA
    • Module size 25 x 39 x 52mm (excl conn)
    • Environmental rating – IP65
    • 1A @ 30Vdc volt free contacts
    • Operating temp -35° C to 74° C

    'Dynamite' vehicle sensors are the market leading detectors. No loops to cut. Self setting. The no brainer alternative to traditional exit loops.

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  2. CoBRA rainhood
    FA.T80 - CoBRA programmable beam
    Our Price £97.92 £81.60 Regular Price £122.40

    FA.T80   CoBRA programmable beam

         Specification:

    • 7 fixed ranges plus full adjustment
    • 10-30V dc   10-24V ac
    • Iq = 65mA, Idetect = 28mA
    • Dimensions 37 x 36 x 108mm
    • Environmental rating – IP65
    • 0.8A @ 30Vdc volt free N/O or N/C
    • Operating temp -10° C to 60° C

    Programmable range photobeam, one side only. Set range on DIP switches, or fully adjustable. 

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  3. CoBRA rainhood
    FA.T80 - CoBRA programmable beam
    Our Price £97.92 £81.60 Regular Price £122.40

    FA.T80   CoBRA programmable beam

         Specification:

    • 7 fixed ranges plus full adjustment
    • 10-30V dc   10-24V ac
    • Iq = 65mA, Idetect = 28mA
    • Dimensions 37 x 36 x 108mm
    • Environmental rating – IP65
    • 0.8A @ 30Vdc volt free N/O or N/C
    • Operating temp -10° C to 60° C

    Programmable range photobeam, one side only. Set range on DIP switches, or fully adjustable. 

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  4. VD955 - Adjustable Vehicle Loop Detector with interface
    VD955 - Adjustable Vehicle Loop Detector with interface
    Our Price £148.80 £124.00 Regular Price £186.00

    The VD955 can be used as either a safety loop or free exit probe detector. It should not be used as a safety loop if used with a Free Exit Probe. 

    The VD955 includes a VD.CI Interface board, to work with most gate automation control panels.

    • 10-30V ac/dc
    • Selectable for full loop or exit sensor
    • Selectable fail safe (presence) or fail secure (exit)
    • 10 sensitivities
    • 4 frequencies
    • Contact closure/opening time delay
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