A comparison of Linear Position sensor technologies is below. It's a matter of choosing the right technology for the application.
| AC LVDT | DC LVDT | LVIT | POTENTIOMETER | |
| Measuring Range | 0.020 to 20" | 0.1 to 20" | 0.2 to 40" | 0.4 to 28" |
| External Signal Conditioning Needed? | Yes | No | No | No |
| Resolution | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Very Good |
| Repeatability | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Moderate |
| Linearity | Good | Good | Excellent | Moderate |
| Dynamic Response | Good | Good | Excellent | Very Good |
| Temperature Characteristics | Excellent | Moderate | Good | Fair |
| Vibration and Shock Sensitivity | Excellent | Good | Good | Fair |
| Life and Reliability | Excellent | Very Good | Very Good | Moderate |
| Price | Moderate | Moderate | Good | Very Good |
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