Acceleration Sensors based on strain gauges are manufactured for Uni-axial or Tri-axial configuration. Any conventional strain measuring equipment can be used for its signal conditioning / monitoring / recording. Another range of acceleration sensors based on MEMs sensing elements are developed with built-in electronics. Uni-axial and Bi-axial models are available. These are capable of measuring AC Accelerations (Typical of Inertial or Gravity induced acceleration).

The former are more suitable for monitoring vibration of structures in lesser frequency response requirement (say upto100 Hz) where as latter find their suitability in preventive maintenance of machinery. Tilt measurement, Motion Sensing and Security Systems / Vibration Monitoring etc.. Bi-axial models with direct digital output are suitable for integrating into special purpose machine.