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Bubble Sensors & Air Detectors

Ultrasonic non-contact bubble detection for medical OEMs

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Bubble Sensors & Air Detectors

Overview

The AX1X Series bubble sensor uses ultrasonic transit-time technology to detect the presence of air or gas bubbles in liquid-filled tubing — without any contact with the fluid. Designed from the ground up for medical device OEM integration, with 100% production testing and FDA testing data support available. Detection threshold as low as 0.1 microliters.

Key Features

No contact with fluid
1/16" to 1/2" OD tubing
Detection to 0.1 µL
100% production testing

Typical Applications

IV infusion pump air-in-line detection
Hemodialysis blood circuit monitoring
Heart-lung bypass machine safety
Drug delivery system air detection
Bioreactor media flow monitoring
Inkjet printer bubble detection

Markets Served

Medical DeviceBiopharmaceuticalLife Science

Specifications

Tubing OD range1/16" to 1/2" OD
Detection threshold0.1 µL minimum bubble
Response time<1 ms
Tubing materialsSilicone, PVC, C-flex, most polymers
OutputDigital alarm, analog signal
Operating temp0°C to +50°C
Supply voltage3.3V or 5V DC
CertificationsISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA support

Key Models

A115A210A310A430A610A830

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CERTIFICATIONS

ISO 9001:2015ISO 13485:2016

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