MSI-HE+MSI-HFP Series Linear Position Sensors with Analog EXi Output

Profile, high-precision, absolute, non-contact, magnetostrictive sensor with a working range from 25 to 2500 mm. Position measurements are performed using position magnets moving along the waveguide with a maximum gap of up to 10 mm. Intrinsically safe electrical circuit 0Ex ia IIB T4 Ga X

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Design features

  • Modular design allows for quick equipment repair without the need to relieve pressure from the hydraulic circuit.
  • Compatible with all BALLUFF position magnets, as well as with some magnets from Temposonics.
  • Absolute linear measurement (output signals proportional to the position magnet travel)
  • Measuring length from 25 to 2500 mm (1 mm increments)
  • Operating temperature up to 75 °C
  • Ingress protection IP67
  • Intrinsically safe electrical circuit 0EX IA IIB T4 GA X
  • Zero point can be calibrated using a programmer

Configurator

MSI-HE

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B

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EX

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MSI-HFP

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MSI-HE+MSI-HFP Series Linear Position Sensors with Analog EXi Output, order code:

Scope of delivery

THE SCOPE OF SUPPLY INCLUDES:

Linear position sensor

Certificate of Conformity

Certificate of Conformity TR CU 012/2011

Manual

Warranty card

Mounting brackets

For L < 500: 2 clamping brackets

Fot L > 500: 2 clamping brackets + 1 additional clamping bracket every 500 mm

Mating connectors and magnets for the sensor must be ordered separately!

Product ordering code

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ORDER PLACEMENT

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9*

MSI-HE

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B

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MSI-HPH

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ER1

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Series:

MSI-HE - Rod-type

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Flange type:

B - without flange

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Measuring range:

0025...2500 mm, 1 mm step

Other lengths available on request

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Zero point:

T - 55 mm

B - 35 mm

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Connection:

R02 - PVC cable without connector, 2 m; option: R01...R20 (1...20 m)

H02 - PUR cable without connector, 2 m; option: H01...H20 (1...20 m)

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Output signal:

A01 - 4…20 mA

A11 - 20…4 mA

V01 - 0…10 V

V11 - 10…0 V

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Intrinsically safe circuit:

EX - Intrinsically safe circuit 0EX IA IIB T4 GA X

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Additional profile:

MSI-HPH - Profile

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Option 1:

    - None

ER1 - Extending rod with stabilizer for standard sensor mounting

Technical specifications

OUTPUT PARAMETERS

Measured value

Position

Operating range, L

25 — 2500 mm, 1 mm step

Displacement speed

Any

Update rate

0.5 ms up to 1200 mm; 1.0 ms up to 2500 mm

Status diagnostics

LEDs next to the connector

INTERFACE

Analog interface

For voltage (control input impedance: > 5 kΩ)

For current (min./max. load resistance: 0/500 Ω)

Number of magnets

1

Max cable length

For stable operation, it is recommended to use a cable no longer than 35 meters

POSITION MEASUREMENT ACCURACY

Resolution

16-bit DAC, 0.0015% (minimum 1 μm)

Linearity deviation

For L ≤ 500 mm: ±90 μm

For L > 500 mm: ±0.02% F.S.

Repeatability

< ± 0.005 % F.S. (minimum ± 2.5 µm)

OPERATING CONDITIONS

Operating temperature

-40 °C…+75 °C

Rated pressure

350 bar, 600 bar peak

Humidity

90 % rel. humidity, no condensation

Ingress protection

IP65, IP67 at cable outlet

MATERIALS

Sensor electronics housing

Aluminum, plastic

Sensor rod

Aluminum

Flange

Stainless steel 08Х18Н10 / AISI 304

MOUNTING

Mounting position

Any

For L < 500: Use 2 clamping brackets

For L > 500: Add 1 clamping bracket every 500 mm

Profile

Movable mounting brackets

Position magnet mounting

Mounting hardware and screws made of non-magnetic material

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Operating voltage

+12 (- 15 / +20 %) V DC

Reverse polarity protection

up to –30 V DC

Overvoltage protection

up to 36 V DC

Current consumption

up to 35 mA (depending on sensor length)

Insulation resistance

500 V DC (between sensor housing and 0 V DC)

STANDARDS, EMC TESTS

Shock test

100 g, single shock according to IEC 60068-2-7

Vibration test

15 g / 10–2000 Hz according to IEC 60068-2-6

EMC tests

GOST R IEC 61326-1-2014

Connection: cable outlet

CABLE

FUNCTION

Black

Output 1 or 3: position 

White

0 VDC output №1

Yellow

Output 2: position

Green

0 VDC output №2

Red

+24 VDC (-15% / +20%)

Blue

0 VDC (power supply)

Installation recommendations

Mounting recommendations for MSI-H sensor

Interface

Analog output
The analog sensor connects directly to the control system or indicator. The integrated microelectronics provide normalized output signals proportional to the position.

ACTIVE MEASURING RANGE

Connection example

CONNECTION DIAGRAM FOR DEVICE WITH ACTIVE SENSING CHANNEL

CONNECTION DIAGRAM FOR DEVICE WITH PASSIVE SENSING CHANNEL

Setting

Interchangeability

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