Unmatched Capabilities for Piston Measurements

IR Telemetrics Non-contact proximity sensors can be installed on pistons in a running engine to measure:

  • Secondary piston motion within the bore
  • Ring motion in the vertical direction
  • Pin motion in the axial direction
IRT's Proximity Sensor
IRT's Proximity Sensor

This unique capability provided by IR Telemetrics allows piston development engineers to study piston assembly characteristics related to:

  • Piston Slap
  • Combustion sealing
  • Blow-by
  • Lubrication
  • Friction

IR Telemetrics is Your Partner for all Your Complex Measurements

Leading engine manufacturers have relied for years on data from our Proximity Sensors to guide their piston design optimization. Contact us for a detailed review of your requirements.