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TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
TPMS stands for Tire Pressure Monitoring System. The system utilizes a sensor within a transmitter device that directly measures tire pressure and temperature, and sends that information wirelessly to a receiver device in the car body, notifying the driver of any irregularities.
TPMS is now required to be installed on passenger cars worldwide (US, Europe, South Korea, Taiwan, Russia, Middle East, China). As the only Japanese manufacturer specializing in TPMS transmitters, the company has established an integrated system from development to production.
Furthermore, apart from passenger cars, we also sell TPMS for motorbikes and for aftermarket use under the “Flex-Sens” brand globally.
Optimization of tire pressure not only improves safety, but also contributes to the reduction of CO2 during driving by improving fuel efficiency.
Initially, TPMS was developed aimed at improving the safety of automobile driving (avoiding danger by preventing tire pressure from dropping), but it has also attracted attention as an environmentally friendly product because it improves fuel efficiency and reduces CO2 emissions by maintaining proper tire pressure. Also, the optimization of air pressure increases tire life and contributes greatly to the saving of resources and reduction of waste.
It is said that if tire pressure falls below the appropriate level by 50 kPa (0.5 kg/cm2), fuel economy deteriorates by about 2% in urban areas and about 4% in suburban areas. In addition, regular air pressure inspections are required for safe driving.
TPMS B-11
as a system for general users.
The company has developed and sell the TPMS B-11 to be installed after purchase as a system for general users,
「TPMS B-The TPMS B-11 is a sensor within a transmitter device attached to a wheel. It is a system that detects the air pressure in tires and informs the driver through an in-car monitor (receiver). By monitoring the tire pressure and warning the driver of a decrease in pressure, it not only ensures safety and security while driving, but also improves efficiency and environmental performance by prolonging the life of tires. It does this by reducing partial abrasion, preventing fuel consumption from deteriorating, and reducing CO2 emissions.
The TPMS B-11 consists of sensors within transmitters attached to wheels and a monitor (receiver) attached to the dashboard. It receives electricity from an auto accessory power source. The transmitter measures the air pressure inside the tires and sends the data to the receiver. The receiver informs the driver of the state of tire pressure by way of green, yellow, and red indicator lamps on the dashboard. A green light means all is normal, yellow means that the tire pressure may be low and should be checked soon, if the air pressure in any of the four tires may be low, a yellow (caution) or red (abnormal) light will illuminate.
It is on sale at “Cockpit” and “Tire Kan” in Japan.
Details of the transmitter
A TPMS acceleration sensor is attached to the transmitter device. The acceleration sensor is activated and whenever driving over approximately 40km per hour or rapid decrease of pressure is measured, the data is sent to the receiver by wireless.
Details of the receiver
The receiver obtains air pressure data from the transmitter and inform the information of the drivers by way of LED indicators. The auto’s accessory power source energizes the receiver by way of chords attached at the back of the receiver.