WCA360M Single Axis Tilt Sensor for Solar Tracking Systems

Solar photovoltaic (PV) tracking systems require accurate and reliable tilt measurement to help solar panels maintain their desired orientation. The RION WCA360M single axis tilt sensor is designed for industrial tilt measurement applications, providing a practical solution for solar tracking equipment.

The WCA360M uses a capacitive MEMS sensing unit to measure tilt angles based on the Earth's gravitational component. With a resolution of 0.1°, it can detect changes in the inclination of solar tracking structures and provide measurement data for system control and monitoring.

Designed for outdoor industrial environments, the WCA360M features an IP67 protection rating and a wide operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. Its anti-vibration design helps support stable operation in solar installations exposed to wind, mechanical vibration, and changing environmental conditions.

The sensor supports a wide voltage input of 9–36 V and includes output surge protection, input overvoltage protection, and overcurrent protection. These features help improve the sensor's suitability for industrial photovoltaic tracking systems.

Installation is simple and flexible. The WCA360M can be fixed directly to the structure being measured without requiring a shaft or rotating shaft, making it convenient for different solar tracking system designs.

By integrating the WCA360M single axis tilt sensor, solar equipment manufacturers and system integrators can implement tilt measurement for solar panel positioning, tracking mechanism monitoring, and structural inclination detection.

Key Features:

• 0.1° tilt measurement resolution

• 9–36 V wide voltage input

• IP67 protection rating

• Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C

• Output surge protection

• Input overvoltage and overcurrent protection

• Flexible installation for industrial equipment

The RION WCA360M provides a compact and practical tilt sensing option for solar photovoltaic tracking systems and other industrial applications requiring reliable single axis inclination measurement.