High Quality Leveling Sensor 14317390 TYP11 Sensor with 6-pin screw thread for Asphalt Pavers

The Leveling Sensor 14317390 TYP11 is a critical, high-precision component engineered specifically for the demanding environment of asphalt paving equipment. As a 6-pin, screw-thread mounted sensor (Typ 11), it forms the core of the machine's automatic grade and slope control system, ensuring the laid asphalt mat achieves the exactitude required for a smooth, durable, and specification-compliant road surface.

Core Function & Purpose

This sensor acts as the "electronic eye" of the paver's leveling system. It continuously monitors the vertical position of the screed relative to a reference—either a fixed grade wire (stringline) or an existing surface (mobile reference). By providing real-time, high-accuracy positional feedback to the paver's control console, it enables the automatic adjustment of the screed's hydraulic cylinders. This closed-loop control is essential for maintaining constant mat thickness, precise grade, and proper cross-slope, compensating for variations in the base surface.

Key Features & Engineering Highlights

1. High-Precision Measurement: Utilizes robust non-contact sensing technology (typically ultrasonic or laser) to deliver stable, accurate, and repeatable distance measurements. This is fundamental to achieving tight paving tolerances.

2. Robust "Typ 11" Screw-Thread Housing: The defining TYP11 designation refers to its standardized, rugged threaded barrel housing. This design ensures a secure, vibration-resistant, and sealed mounting directly onto the paver's mast or sensor arm, protecting the internal electronics.

3. 6-Pin Electrical Connector: The 6-pin configuration provides the necessary connections for power, ground, signal output (often both analog and digital), and diagnostic communication. This industry-standard interface ensures compatibility with major paver control systems from manufacturers like MOBA, Somero, Sauer-Danfoss, and Topcon.

4. Built for the Job Site: Engineered to withstand the extreme conditions of asphalt paving, including:

   • High Temperatures & Vibrations: Resilient against heat radiating from the mat and constant machine vibration.

   • Dust & Moisture Ingress: Features high IP (Ingress Protection) ratings (e.g., IP67/IP69K) to resist paving dust, humidity, and wash-down cleaning.

   • Mechanical Shock: Rugged construction to handle incidental contact and harsh handling.

5. OEM-Equivalent Quality (Part # 14317390): The part number 14317390 signifies it meets or exceeds the original equipment manufacturer's specifications. This guarantees precise fit, flawless function, and long-term reliability as a direct replacement or upgrade part.

Primary Application

• Asphalt Pavers: An essential component for the automatic screed control system on all modern asphalt paving machines, from road finishers to highway class pavers.

• Function: Enables precise grade control (elevation) and slope control (crossfall) in both stringline mode and mobile reference/float mode.