MSI-H Series Linear Position Sensor with Profibus Output

The MSI-H series is a rod-type, high-precision, absolute, non-contact magnetostrictive linear position sensor with a measuring range from 25 to 3800 mm.

Position measurement is performed using ring-type position magnets that move along the waveguide without physical contact. The sensor flange is made of high-quality stainless steel and designed for long-term operation in demanding industrial environments.

 

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Design features

  • Adjustable node address and zero position
  • Modular design allows fast replacement without depressurizing the hydraulic circuit
  • Compatible with all Temposonics position magnets and selected BALLUFF magnets
  • Zero position offset of 50 mm, 30 mm, or customer-specific value
  • Measurement start point from the sensor housing by default

  • Absolute linear measurement (output signals proportional to magnet displacement)
  • LED status indicator for diagnostics
  • High accuracy: resolution up to 5 µm
  • Measuring length from 25 to 3800 mm (1 mm increments)
  • Linearity < 0.01 %
  • Repeatability < 0.001 %
  • Operating temperature up to +85 °C
  • Optional operating pressure up to 800 bar
  • Protection class IP67
  • The sensor supports the use of water-resistant and Teflon cables.

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MSI-H 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

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

Product ordering code

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ORDER PLACEMENT

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Series:

MSI-H - Rod-type

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Flange type:

M – M18 × 1.5, rod Ø10 mm

S – 3/4”-16 UNF, rod Ø10 mm

R – M18 × 1.5 with M4 thread on rod end, Ø10 mm

Z – 3/4”-16 UNF with M4 thread on rod end, Ø10 mm

T – 3/4”-16 UNF with raised face, Ø10 mm

V – M18 × 1.5 with FKM seal, Ø10 mm

U – 3/4”-16 UNF with raised face, FKM seal, Ø10 mm

H – 3/4”-16 UNF, FKM seal, Ø10 mm

L – 3/4”-16 UNF, rod Ø7 mm

K – M18 × 1.5, rod Ø7 mm

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Measuring range:

0025...3800 mm, 5 mm step

Other lengths available on request

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Zero point:

T - 50 mm

B - 30 mm

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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

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Output signal:

P - Profibus-DP

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Position measurement mode:

101 - multi-position measurement (2–3 positions)

102 - single-position measurement (standard)

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Node address

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Number of positions:

Z02 - 2 positions

Z03 - 3 positions

*Only for P101

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 — 3800 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
  12

<200 
<1.5

<400
<0.5

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

Aluminum, plastic

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:

  • Absolute position measurement

  • Sensor status

  • Error information (magnet status)

Configurable parameters:

  • Measurement direction: forward/backward

  • Resolution: 5, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000 µm

  • Data transmission mode: synchronous, asynchronous

  • 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

DIGITAL INTERFACE PROFIBUS D53 WITH BUS CONNECTOR

Setting

Status diagnostics

LED DIAGNOSTICS

GREEN

RED

STATUS

Off

Off

No power supply or sensor fault

On

Off

Normal operation

On

On

No position magnet or incorrect number of magnets

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