Positek P100 in-cylinder linear position sensor

P100 In-Cylinder Linear Position Sensor

The P100 sensor is an affordable, durable, high accuracy linear position sensor specifically designed for use in hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders where long life and cost are important. The P100 linear sensor is particularly suitable for OEM customers who require good performance in hard environments such as industrial machinery.
Performance, repeatability and stability are outstanding over a large temperature range.This compact and particularly space efficient sensor is responsive along almost its entire length.

As with all of Positek® sensors the customer can specify the exact length that they require to measure and Positek will manufacture the unit specifically for that length and supply the unit calibrated.

The P100 sensor is available with any length of electrical travel ranging anywhere from 0-5mm to 0-800mm. For example, if your application requires 10″ (254 mm) measurement then Positek will manufacture the sensor specifically for this length. The mechanical length and calibration will be set up for 254 mm. The P100 is housed inside a stainless steel body and the probe coil is encased within a fluoropolymer sheath, both of which offer good protection for this rugged sensor.

The sensor is easily installed in the cylinder using one of the thread options. The P100 is sealed to IP65 or IP67 depending on the selected cable or connector options.

The sensor has integrated EMC protection to EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3.

The P100 is well suited for high pressure hydraulic environments up to 350 bar and is rated over the temperature range -40°C to 125°C or -20° to +85° depending on the electronics option.

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Description

The Positek P100 in-cylinder linear position sensor is an affordable, durable, high accuracy linear position sensor specifically designed for use in hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders where long life and cost are important. The P100 linear sensor is particularly suitable for OEM customers who require good performance in hard environments such as industrial machinery.
Performance, repeatability and stability are outstanding over a large temperature range.This compact and particularly space efficient sensor is responsive along almost its entire length.

As with all of Positek® sensors the customer can specify the exact length that they require to measure and Positek will manufacture the unit specifically for that length and supply the unit calibrated.

The P100 in-cylinder linear position sensor is available with any length of electrical travel ranging anywhere from 0-5mm to 0-800mm. For example, if your application requires 10″ (254 mm) measurement then Positek will manufacture the sensor specifically for this length. The mechanical length and calibration will be set up for 254 mm. The P100 is housed inside a stainless steel body and the probe coil is encased within a fluoropolymer sheath, both of which offer good protection for this rugged sensor.

The sensor is easily installed in the cylinder using one of the thread options. The P100 is sealed to IP65 or IP67 depending on the selected cable or connector options.

The sensor has integrated EMC protection to EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3.

The P100 is well suited for high pressure hydraulic environments up to 350 bar and is rated over the temperature range -40°C to 125°C or -20° to +85° depending on the electronics option.

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Positek offers a range of options for its standard sensors. Each sensor is manufactured to suit each customer's preferences. If your requirement is outside the options given below, Positek can modify/ redesign a sensor to suit your specific requirement. Standard options are available as below:

 

Measurement Range

Factory set to any length from 0-5mm to 0-800mm in increments of 1mm. For example, if your application requires 10" (254 mm) measurement, then Positek will manufacture the sensor specifically for this length. The mechanical length and calibration will be set up for 254 mm.

 

Electronic Options

Output Signal Supply Input Option Code
Standard    
0.5V to 4.5V DC ratiometric +5V DC nom. ±0.5V A
Buffered    
0.5V-4.5V DC +24V DC nom. +9-28V G
±0.5V DC ±15V DC nom. ±9-28V B
0.5-9.5V DC +24V DC nom. +13-28V C
±10V DC ±15V DC nom. ±13.5-28V D
4-20mA (2 wire) +24V DC nom. +18-28V E
4-20mA (3 wire sink) +24V DC nom. +13-28V F
4-20mA (3 wire source) +24V DC nom. +13-28V H

 

Connector/Cable Options

Option Option Code
Connector- Hirschmann GD series Axial, IP65 J
Connector - Axial IP67, M12 - 4 pin. Without trim adjustment J + Z600
Connector - Axial IP67, M12 - 4 pin. With trim adjustment J + Z601
Cable with short gland Axial, Gland, IP67 M
Cable with M12 gland Axial, Gland, IP67 L
Cable length - The standard length of cable supplied with a Positek position sensor is 50cm although you can specify any length you require. Specified in cm after the L or M e.g. L200 for 200cm cable from axial cable gland

 

The sensor can be supplied without access to the two trim pots (gain and offset) with the adjustment holes sealed. Option Code
Y

 

Mounting Thread Size Options

Option Option Code
M18 T
M20 N
3/4" UNF P

 

Target Material Option

Option Option Code
316 Stainless Steel R
Aluminium S

 

Target Flange Options 

Option Option Code
Penny and Giles HLP100 V
Temposonics (M4 fixing) W
Parker Hannifin Cylinder Version X

 

<+/-0.1% FSO Linearity error  (≥10mm and ≤400mm stroke length) Option Code
Z650

Dimensions

Body Diameter 35mm
Body Length (to seal face) 43mm (5V input) - 48mm (other inputs)
Probe Length (from seal face) Measurement length +58mm
Target Tube Length Measurement length +30mm, ID 7.7mm, OD 9.45mm
Travel Any stroke from 0-5mm to 0-800mm (e.g. 305mm)
Independent Linearity <±0.25% up to 450mm <±0.50% over 450mm at 20°C
< ±0.1%  option available
Resolution Infinite
Noise

<0.02% FSO
Frequency Response

>10KHz (-3dB);
>300Hz (-3dB); 2 wire 4-20mA

 

Output Signal and Output Load

Output Signal Output Load
0.5 to 4.5 V DC ratiometric 5k Ohms min
0.5 to 4.5 V DC 5k Ohms min
± 5V DC 5k Ohms min
± 10V DC  5k Ohms min
0.5 to 9.5 V DC 5k Ohms min
4 to 20mA (2 wire)  300 Ohms max at 24V
4 to 20mA (3 wire sink) 950 Ohms max at 24V
4 to 20mA (3 wire source) 300 Ohms max at 24V
Supply Current 12 mA Typical 20 mA max (voltage versions)

 

Temperature Limits

Operating -40 to +125°C (5V input only)
-20 to +85°C
Storage -40 to +125°C

 

Other

EMC Susceptibility EN 61000-6-2
EMC Radiated EN 61000-6-3
Vibration IEC 68-2-6: 10g
Shock IEC 68-2-29: 40g
MTBF 350,000 hrs 40°C Gf
Hydraulic Pressure 350 Bar
Sealing IP65 (connector) / IP67 (cable)
Electrical Connections Screened cable or integral connector
Target A non-magnetic target tube is supplied with the sensor. This can be eliminated if the piston rod is made from non-magnetic steel and is drilled to a specific tolerance.

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