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E-Series: Compact and Cost-efficient The Measurable Difference Document Part Number 551459 Revision A Temposonics ® Absolute, Non-Contact Position Sensors
E-Series: Compact and Cost-efficient
The Measurable Difference
Document Part Number551459 Revision A
Temposonics®
Absolute, Non-Contact Position Sensors
Temposonics® E-Series Sensors...
...are the right choice whenever standard measure-ment performance is required. In price-sensitive applications, such as plastics processing, wind turbines, textile industry, woodworking, or in material handling and packaging machines, they have been the cost-effective alternative to wear-prone po-sition measurement systems for years. They are an affordable solution not only for their initial purchase price, but also for the overall life cycle costs!
E-Series sensors provide continuous, non-contact position feedback ensuring an optimum price-performance ratio when a reliable and cost-effective solution is needed. Therefore, mag-netostrictive displacement measurement can be used economi-cally in standard applications where the highest performance is not necessary.
E2 - Effective and Efficient
The E-Series sensors of MTS are a landmark for cost-efficiency and efficient sensor use. With the E-Series you get the optimal performance for your application – no more and no less. Therefore, you can benefit from the advantages of magnetostriction at optimum costs. Like all Temposonics® sensors, the E-Series transducers measure absolute position without wear, contact, or recalibration for years.
Naturally, backward compatibility with the previous versions of the E-Series is provided. All dimensions of the sensors are either the same or smaller and utilize the same mounting points. The connectivity has been updated to standard M12 connectors available at reasonable prices. For M16 connection retrofits, adapter cables are available as an accessory.
Highlights of the E-Series
The redesign of the entire Temposonics® E-Series product family incorporates the latest advances in magne-tostrictive technology. All models have received a complete mechanical redesign and the latest electronics with a focus on consistent performance features. As a result of advance-ments in waveguide technology and enhanced sealing of electronics, all E-Series sensors can now reliably achieve a minimum protection class of IP67, 100 g shock and 10 g vibration resistance.
The E-Series sensors are now available with defined stroke lengths from 50 mm up to 3000 mm featuring analog inter-faces as well as digital Start/Stop, SSI and CANopen output. For further reduction in cost and space, the analog models are capable of reporting two simultaneous positions with one sensor using two position magnets.
All E-Series sensors offer a good resolution and repeatability of 0.01 mm and 0.03 % F.S. linearity deviation. If higher precision is required, advanced sensors models such as the R-Series are available in the Temposonics® product line.
At a Glance
- Very compact dimensions
- Outputs: Current, Voltage, Start/Stop, SSI, CANopen
- Stroke length from 50 mm up to 3000 mm - Sensor model (EL) with ultralow profile design available
- M12 connector: cost-effective connection with - prefabricated cables
- Measurement of 2 simultaneous positions with - 1 analog sensor
- High protection class up to IP69K
- A floating position magnet can move over the sensor head with the electronics inside (EP2)
EH – Rod Sensor up to IP69K
The Temposonics® EH sensor features a pressu-re proof sensor rod for direct stroke measurement inside hydraulic cylinders. With its minimized sensor head and either a 7 mm or 10 mm sensor tube, it is the ideal solution when space is critical. For long strokes, the EH is now available with measuring ranges up to 2500 mm.
The sealed stainless steel housing of the EH offers long life position measurement for rugged environments. Installed with the appropriate connector, it features protection up to IP69K, is corrosion resistant and protects against dirt and water.
ER – Rod-and-Cylinder Sensor
The Temposonics® ER sensor with an aluminum cy-linder and a guided driving rod is well suited for easy external mounting to the machine. It can now be installed flexibly in any orientation for measuring lengths of up to 1500 mm. The posi-tion detection is done via the solid driving rod, which contains the position magnet and extends or retracts into the housing.
Due to the enhanced sealing of the sensor electronics and the sensing element inside the housing, the ER offers a protection rating of IP67 and is ideally suited for long-term operation in the world of automation.
EP/ EL – Profile Sensors
The Temposonics® profile sensor EP with rugged aluminum housing provides its reliable service in the harsh environment of industrial applications. Mounted in parallel to the moving axis, it detects positions either via a magnet slider, which moves over the profile bar, or with a free running U-shaped or block magnet.
With a housing heigt of only 25 mm of the sensor head and 15 mm of the profile, it fits into very tight areas. The position magnet moves freely or guided along the profile.
EE – Embedded Sensor
The Temposonics E-Series Embedded (EE) is the ideal sensor for fluid technology and can be completely inte-grated into the hydraulic cylinder. Its stainless steel housing, pressure-resistant sensor rod and flange are suitable for installation in small or clevis head cylinders.
The wide temperature range predestines the sensor for the use in industrial applications with high temperatures.
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All rights reserved in all media. No license of any intellectual property rights is granted. The information is subject to change without notice and replaces all data sheets previously supplied.
The availability of components on the market is subject to considerable fluctuation and to accelerated technical progress. Therefore we reserve the right to alter certain components of our products depending on their availability.
In the event that product approbations or other circumstances related to your application do not allow a change in components, a continuous supply with unaltered components must be agreed by specific contract.
The magnetostrictive principle
At the beginning of the 1970s, MTS Sensors was the first company utilizing the principle of magnetostriction for position measurement. The development of absolute, linear Temposonics® position sensors has been based on detailed knowledge of the theoretical fundamen-tals and the physical properties of ferromagnetic materials. Due to the contactless, robust measurement method, Temposonics® are entirely free from wear and deliver measurement results of utmost accuracy also in difficult industrial environments. MTS Sensors sets new stan-dards for industrial automation and is a pioneer in the development of cutting-edge, high-precision sensors. As a leader in the field of magnetostrictive measurement technology, the company is commit-ted to further enhancement of this technology. Our competence and expertise resulting from long decades of experience promote the development of intelligent sensors and support customers during realization of machinery and systems.
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Inside the sensor, a torsional strain pulse is induced in a specially designed magnetostrictive waveguide by the momentary interaction of two magnetic fields. One field comes from a moving magnet, which passes along the outside of the transducer tube, and the other field is generated from a current pulse which is applied to the waveguide. The interaction between these two magnetic fields produces a strain pulse which travels at sonic speed along the sensor waveguide, until the pulse is detected at the head of the sensor. The position of the moving magnet is determined precisely by measuring the elapsed time between the application of the current pulse and the arrival of the strain pulse. As a result, MTS Sensors is able to create a reliable position measurement system that is capable of providing accurate and repeatable measurement.
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Magnet fieldof position magnet
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Movable position magnet
Strain (torsion)pulse converter
Currentinterrogation pulse
Magnetostrictionsensing element(Waveguide)
