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

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500+

Projects delivered worldwide

100+

Applications across industry

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Thin Film

THIN 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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Ultrasonic

ULTRASONIC

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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Capacitive

CAPACITIVE

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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Optical

OPTICAL

Optical

Infrared light refraction through a prism tip for precise point-level sensing of water and other liquids. No moving parts, no calibration required.

Point LevelLiquid Detection
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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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Medical & Healthcare

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Medical & Healthcare

Life-critical sensing for infusion, diagnostics, and surgical devices.

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Semiconductor

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Semiconductor

Ultra-pure chemical delivery, wet process, and bubble detection.

Pressure SensorsBubble SensorsLevel Sensors
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Aerospace & Defense

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Aerospace & Defense

Fuel systems, structural load, and harsh-environment sensing.

Pressure SensorsLoad Cells & Force
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Industrial & Automation

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Industrial & Automation

Equipment OEMs, fluid handling, robotics, and process control.

Load Cells & ForcePressure SensorsScales & WeighingLevel Sensors
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Bioprocess & Pharma

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Bioprocess & Pharma

Single-use systems, media handling, and sterile sensing.

Level SensorsLoad Cells & ForcePressure Sensors
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Energy & Nuclear

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Energy & Nuclear

Downhole drilling, subsea, and harsh-environment sensing.

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Load Cells & Force

FORCE

Load Cells & Force

Miniature load cells and force sensors for OEM integration

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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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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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  • Liquid Level Sensors
  • Signal Conditioning

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