Non-Contact Liquid Level and Distance Measuring Sensors & Systems

ToughSonic^® Ultrasonic Sensors. Tough. Smart.

ultrasonic sensors ToughSonic family Senix ToughSonic® ultrasonic sensors measure level and distance through air using ultrasonic sound waves, often replacing unreliable mechanical devices. They provide high reliability and fast, non-contact measurements at distances up to 50 feet (15.2 meters). Thousands are in use worldwide in many industries in both indoor and outdoor applications.

The Senix ToughSonic and ToughSonic CHEM product lines represent more than 28 years of ultrasonic innovation and engineering. Senix was the first company to introduce computer-controlled ultrasonic sensors in 1990 and we have been making them tougher and smarter ever since. Senix ultrasonic sensors are designed to handle even the most challenging liquid and distance measurement applications and environments. We make them tough and smart and we back them up with outstanding customer service and support.

Call or email us with your sensor challenges before or after you purchase our products. We’ll help you get the most out of your ultrasonic sensors. +1 802 489 7300.

What our customers say…

I am so pleased with the sensors. We are getting excellent wave data. We have been trying to eliminate in-line pressure sensors for a long time.

Naval Surface Warfare Center

Works like a charm! The whole apparatus: sensor, SenixVIEW, and the ASCII output are all working beautifully.

Cable One

I am impressed by the extent of the configuration options and how easy it is to do.

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

Once installed, these [remote stream] gauges are practically 100% maintenance free. We have always had a strong relationship with Senix.

Iowa Flood Center

After firing it up and running a few tests, I have to say I’m quite impressed. The build quality and customization options are superb.

Omni Management Systems

The customer service provided by Senix was very good, too. Senix engineers worked with us to come up with the right solution.

Duke University - Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science

Senix sensors have worked flawlessly since they were installed more than 10 years ago.

University of Vermont Proctor Maple Research Center

Just wanted to let you know all went great for us programming the 6 new sensors, the software is great and easy to use, thank you again!

Washlink Systems

We have been very impressed with ToughSonic ultrasonic sensors that we purchased a year ago. They are extremely well built and robust, are easy to mount and use, and provide exceptional accuracy. The product has quickly earned our trust and it is our go-to product for level control in industrial applications.

Saskatchewan Research Council

[I] appreciate the very professional way you handled my tiny order. Hope this is a good start of a long-term cooperation.

Elbit Systems Ltd.

Compared to a lower cost alternative that I’ve tried, ToughSonic sensors are a much better value. Time savings due to ease of use and helpful tech support offset the higher cost.

Ira Leifer, Bubbleology Research Int'l http://bubbleology.com/

Your team is by far one of the best suppliers we’ve had the pleasure to deal with.

Mick Hehir, Murray Irrigation http://www.murrayirrigation.com.au/

The sensor is working well and I am delighted with its performance. Senix sensors and software are quality engineered products.

David Bills-Thompson, Port Fairy Coastal Group https://www.pfcg.org.au/

That’s tremendous support – very much appreciated! You have no idea how wonderful it is to get such efficient feedback…..and you went to trouble to – again, thank you kindly.

National University of Ireland, Galway http://www.nuigalway.iel

Tough Construction

Rugged electronic circuitry designed and engineered specifically to meet Toughsonic standards for power, control and longevity.

The highest quality, ruggedized piezoelectric ultrasonic transducers.

Electronics, transducers and cables fully potted in an epoxy resin chosen for its exceptional strength and unique acoustic properties.

316 Stainless steel or Kynar^® (PVDF) housings designed to stand up to the most demanding environments.

Smart Features

SenixVIEW™ Software
Every ToughSonic^® sensor comes with SenixVIEW sensor configuration and analysis software. SenixVIEW allows you to customize over 60 configuration parameters, dozens of output combinations, networking, data logging and reporting features all accessible through an intuitive graphical interface. SenixVIEW gives you complete control over your ultrasonic sensors.

Outputs
ToughSonic® sensors have up to six simultaneous outputs that are fully configurable using SenixVIEW PC software. In addition to an RS-232 or RS-485 serial data interface there are 4-20 mA current loop, voltage and solid state switch outputs.

“Teach Feature”
Many ToughSonic® models can be configured using a simple push-button “Teach” feature. We invented this feature in 1990 to offer in-situ adjustment when a PC is not available or cannot be used in the environment.

Common Sensor Applications

Liquid Level

Our sensors are commonly used to measure liquid level in tanks, streams, channels and weirs. We measure benign, acidic, caustic, and hazardous liquids in demanding indoor and outdoor environments. Read more on tank level and remote water level applications.

Object Detection

ToughSonic sensors detect the presence, absence or position of an object or person. We use high sensitivity transducers and advanced control algorithms to detect small objects and even weak-reflecting materials such as clothing and woven and non-woven materials. Read more on object detection applications.

Distance Measurement

ToughSonic sensors don’t just detect an object, they measure the distance to that object. Distance ranging permits different responses depending on whether the object is approaching, stopped, or retreating. The speed at which objects are moving can also be measured. Read more on distance measurement applications.