MSI-P Series Linear Position Sensor with Profibus Output
Profile-style, high-precision, absolute, non-contact magnetostrictive position sensor with a measuring range of 25 to 4000 mm.
Position is measured by position magnets that travel along the waveguide with a maximum air gap of up to 10 mm.
Price on request
Design features
- The modular design allows fast servicing and repair without releasing pressure from the hydraulic circuit.
- The sensor is compatible with all BALLUFF position magnets and with selected magnets from Temposonics.
- The sensor provides absolute linear measurement, with output signals proportional to the displacement of the position magnet.
- An LED indicator is provided for sensor diagnostics.
- The sensor delivers high accuracy with resolution up to 1 μm.
- Measuring length is available from 25 to 4000 mm with 1 mm increments.
- Linearity: < 0.01 %
- Repeatability: < 0.001 %
- Operating temperature: up to 85 °C
- Protection class: IP67
- The sensor supports the use of water-resistant and Teflon cables.
Configurator
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MSI-P Series Linear Position Sensor with Profibus Output, order code:
Scope of delivery
THE SCOPE OF SUPPLY INCLUDES: | |
Linear position sensor | |
Certificate of Conformity | |
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 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8* | 9* | 10* | |||||||||||||
MSI-P | . | S | . | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | . | T | . | D53 | . | P | 1 | 0 | 2 | . | |||||
1 | Series: MSI-P - Profile housing | |||||||||||||||||||||
2 | Magnet type: - Without magnet S – Magnetic slider “S”, mechanically coupled, free travel SP – Magnetic slider “SP”, mechanically coupled, close-fit design L – Position magnet “L”, air gap up to 10 mm K – Position magnet “K”, air gap up to 4 mm | |||||||||||||||||||||
3 | Measuring range: 0025...4000 mm, 1 mm step Other lengths available on request | |||||||||||||||||||||
4 | Zero point: T - 13 mm | |||||||||||||||||||||
5 | Connection: D53 – Interface: 5-pin male and female connector, M12-B Power supply: 4-pin male connector, M8 D63 – 6-pin male and female connector, M16 S103 – Interface: 5-pin male and female connector, M12-B Power supply: 3-pin male connector, M8 D73 – Cover with 3 cable glands | |||||||||||||||||||||
6 | Output signal: P - Profibus-DP | |||||||||||||||||||||
7 | Position measurement mode: 101 - multi-position measurement (2–3 positions) 102 - single-position measurement (standard) | |||||||||||||||||||||
8* | Node address: from 1 to 125 (factory setting 125) | |||||||||||||||||||||
9* | Number of positions: Z02 - 2 positions Z03 - 3 positions *Only for P101 | |||||||||||||||||||||
10* | Option 1: – None ER1 – Extending rod with stabilizer for standard sensor mounting | |||||||||||||||||||||
By default, the sensor node address is 125.
This address can be changed at any time using the USB-Profibus programmer, item no. MSI-280 640.
If the required address information is provided at the time of order, the sensor will be configured during production.
Technical specifications
OUTPUT PARAMETERS | ||||
Measured value | Position | |||
Operating range, L | 25 — 4000 mm, 1 mm step | |||
Displacement speed | Any | |||
Update rate | 0.5 ms up to 1200 mm; 1.0 ms up to 2400 mm; 2.0 ms up to 3800 mm; | |||
Status diagnostics | LEDs next to the connector | |||
INTERFACE | ||||
Digital interface | Profibus-DP bus according to ISO 74498 | |||
Data transfer protocol | Profibus-DP (EN-50170) | |||
Number of magnets | 1-3 | |||
Max cable length | Cable length, m: Baud rate, Mbit/s: | <100 | <200 | <400 |
For stable operation, it is recommended to use a cable no longer than 20 meters | ||||
POSITION MEASUREMENT ACCURACY | ||||
Linearity | < ± 0.01 % F.S. (minimum ± 40 µm) | |||
Repeatability | < ± 0.001 % F.S. (minimum ± 2.5 µm) | |||
OPERATING CONDITIONS | ||||
Operating temperature | -40 °C…+85 °C | |||
Rated pressure | 350 bar, 600 bar peak (optional 800 bar) | |||
Humidity | 90 % rel. humidity, no condensation | |||
Ingress protection | IP65, IP67 at cable outlet | |||
MATERIALS | ||||
Sensor electronics housing | Anodized aluminum | |||
Sensor rod | Stainless steel ASTM A269-13 / TP304l (10x1.5) | |||
Flange | Stainless steel 08Х18Н10 / AISI 304 | |||
MOUNTING | ||||
Mounting position | Any orientation. For horizontal installation of sensors with an operating range exceeding 1000 mm, the rod must be supported or fixed at the end | |||
Flange parameters | Flange thread M18х1.5 or 3/4" - 16 UNF | |||
Position magnet mounting | Mounting hardware and screws made of non-magnetic material | |||
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION | ||||
Operating voltage | 24 (- 15 / +20 %) V DC | |||
Reverse polarity protection | up to –30 V DC | |||
Overvoltage protection | up to 36 V DC | |||
Current consumption | 50…140 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: D53 connector
PIN ASSIGNMENT | PIN | FUNCTION |
![]() M12-B female connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | VP+5 (bus terminator) |
2 | RxD/TxD-N (bus) | |
3 | DGnd (bus terminator) | |
4 | RxD/TxD-P (bus) | |
5 | Shielded cable braid | |
![]() M12-B male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | Not applicable |
2 | RxD/TxD-N (bus) | |
3 | Not applicable | |
4 | RxD/TxD-P (bus) | |
5 | Shielded cable braid | |
![]() M8 male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) |
2 | Not applicable | |
3 | 0 VDC (power supply) | |
4 | Not applicable |
Connection: D63 connector
PIN ASSIGNMENT | PIN | FUNCTION |
![]() M16 female connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | RxD/TxD-N (bus) |
2 | RxD/TxD-P (bus) | |
3 | DGnd (bus terminator) | |
4 | VP+5 (bus terminator) | |
5 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) | |
6 | 0 VDC (power supply) | |
![]() M16 male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | RxD/TxD-N (bus) |
2 | RxD/TxD-P (bus) | |
3 | Not applicable | |
4 | Not applicable | |
5 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) | |
6 | 0 VDC (power supply) |
Connection: S103 connector
PIN ASSIGNMENT | PIN | FUNCTION |
![]() M12-B female connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | VP+5 (bus terminator) |
2 | RxD/TxD-N (bus) | |
3 | DGnd (bus terminator) | |
4 | RxD/TxD-P (bus) | |
5 | Shielded cable braid | |
![]() M12-B male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | Not applicable |
2 | RxD/TxD-N (bus) | |
3 | Not applicable | |
4 | RxD/TxD-P (bus) | |
5 | Shielded cable braid | |
![]() M8 male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) |
3 | 0 VDC (power supply) | |
4 | Shielded cable braid |
Connection: D73 connector
CONNECTION DIAGRAM | PIN ASSIGNMENT | PIN | FUNCTION |
Х1 | 1 | RxD/TxD-P (bus) | |
2 | RxD/TxD-N (bus) | ||
Х2 | 1 | RxD/TxD-N (bus) | |
2 | RxD/TxD-P (bus) | ||
Х3 | 1 | Preset | |
2 | - | ||
Х4 | 1 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) | |
2 | 0 VDC (power supply) | ||
Х5 | 1 | 0 VDC (power supply) | |
2 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) |
Preset Input:
• Logic level “1” > +8 V
• Logic level “0” < +2 V
• Permissible input range: up to ±35 V
• Input resistance: 5 kΩ
Using BCD address switches S1 (101) and S2 (100), the node address of the PROFIBUS sensor can be set from 3 to 99.
If the PROFIBUS sensor is the last node on the PROFIBUS line, the DIP switches T1 and T2 for the integrated PROFIBUS terminator must be switched ON.
Interface
The sensor complies with all PROFIBUS-DP requirements (EN 50170).
All measurements performed by the sensor are absolute and transmitted via RS485 at a maximum speed of 12 Mbit/s.
The PROFIBUS-DP bus allows connection of up to 32 devices on a single segment. In addition to transmitting the main measured parameter (position), PROFIBUS-DP provides advanced functions for diagnostics and configuration. These parameters are loaded onto the bus via a GSD file (device-specific technical specifications).
Key characteristics of the PROFIBUS-DP sensor:
Data transmitted by the sensor:
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Absolute position measurement
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Sensor status
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Error information (magnet status)
Configurable parameters:
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Measurement direction: forward/backward
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Resolution: 5, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 µm
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Data transmission mode: synchronous, asynchronous
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Various data formats
Multi-position measurement
OPERATING MODES |
Data Exchange When measuring with multiple magnets, 1 byte of status data and 3 bytes of position data are transmitted per cycle. The status data byte contains: an error bit and the number of positions in the current measurement. |
![]() P102 Measurements with one magnet (standard) P101 Measurements with multiple magnets, 1–3 pcs Simultaneous measurements with up to 3 magnets, minimum distance between magnets 76 mm. |
Connection example
DIGITAL INTERFACE PROFIBUS D53 |
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DIGITAL INTERFACE PROFIBUS D53 WITH BUS CONNECTOR |
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Setting
POSITION DATA DECODING | |
BIT | VALUE (hex) |
L | 00 00 00 |
M | 00 00 00 |
H | 00 00 00 |
Status diagnostics
LED DIAGNOSTICS | GREEN | RED | STATUS |
Off | Off | Sensor not connected to power supply or faulty | |
On | Off | Normal operation | |
On | On | Position magnet missing or incorrect number of position magnets |
Interchangeability
| MSI | Balluff | Temposonic |
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| MSI-P analog или MSI-PB analog | BTL B1 - Profile PA – Analog | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-PB analog | BTL C1 - Profile PF – Analog | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-P analog или MSI-PB analog | BTL C1 - Profile PA – Analog | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-P analog или MSI-PB analog | BTL B1 - Profile PA – Analog | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-P SSI | BTL7 -P- Series – Digital | R-Series V RP5 SSI |
| MSI-PB analog | BTL7 -P- Series - Analog voltage | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-P SSI | BTL7 -P- Series – SSI | R-Series V RP5 SSI |
| MSI-PB analog | BTL7 -P- Series - Analog current | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-P EtherCAT | BTL7 -P- Series – EtherCAT | R-Series V RP5 EtherCAT |
| MSI-P Profinet | BTL7 -P- Series – Profinet | R-Series V RP5 Profinet |
| MSI-P analog или MSI-PB analog | BTL6 -PF- Series - Analog voltage | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-P analog или MSI-PB analog | BTL6 -PF- Series - Analog current | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-P или MSI-PB Start/Stop | BTL6 -A1- Series – Digital | E-Series EP2 Start/Stop |
| MSI-P EtherCAT | BTL6 -A1- Series – EtherCAT | R-Series V RP5 EtherCAT |
| MSI-P analog или MSI-PB analog | BTL6 -A1- Series - Analog voltage | R-Series V RP5 analog |
| MSI-P CANopen | BTL5 -P- Series – CANopen | E-Series RP CANopen |
| MSI-P Profibus | BTL5 -P- Series – Profibus | E-Series RP Profibus |
| MSI-P или MSI-PB Start/Stop | BTL7 -BE/BF- Serie - Digital | E-Series EP2 Start/Stop |
| MSI-P SSI | BTL7 -BE/BF- Serie – SSI | R-Series V RP5 SSI |
| MSI-P или MSI-PB Start/Stop | BTL7 -ZE/ZF- Serie – Digital | E-Series EP2 Start/Stop |
| MSI-P Profibus | BTL5 -P- Series – Profibus | E-Series RP Profibus |
| MSI-P DeviceNet | E-Series RP DeviceNet |
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