MSI-B Series Magnetostrictive Linear Position Sensor with Analog Output
Rod-style, high-precision, absolute, non-contact magnetostrictive position sensor with a measuring range from 25 to 3800 mm. Position measurement is performed using ring-type position magnets moving along the waveguide without physical contact. The sensor flange is made of high-quality stainless steel and is designed for long service life.
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Design Features
- Compact design
- Absolute linear measurement (output signals proportional to magnet displacement)
- High accuracy: resolution up to 1 µm
- Measuring length from 25 to 3800 mm in 1 mm increments
- Linearity < 0.01%
- Repeatability < 0.001%
- Operating temperature up to 75 °C
- Protection class IP67
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MSI-B Series Magnetostrictive Linear Position Sensor with Analog 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 | |||||||||||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||||||||
MSI-B | . | M | . | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | . | D60 | . | A | 0 | 1 |
1 | Series: MSI-B – Rod-Type | ||||||||||||
2 | Flange Type: – – Plug-in flange 18F7, rod Ø 10 mm M – M18 x 1.5, rod Ø 10 mm | ||||||||||||
3 | Measuring Range: 0025...3800 mm, 1 mm step Other lengths available on request | ||||||||||||
5 | Connection: D34 – M12 (5-pin) male connector D60 – M16 (6-pin) male connector S32 – M16 (8-pin) male connector S115 – M12 (8-pin) male connector 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) T02 – PTFE cable without connector, 2 m; option: T01...T20 (1...20 m) S02 – Silicone cable without connector, 2 m; option: S01...S20 (1...20 m) W02 – Moisture-resistant cable without connector, 2 m; option: W01...W20 (1...20 m) | ||||||||||||
6 | Output Signal: A01 - 4…20 mA A11 - 20…4 mA V01 - 0…10 V V11 - 10…0 V | ||||||||||||
* Measuring range is programmable | |||||||||||||
Technical data
OUTPUT PARAMETERS | ||||
Measured quantity | Position | |||
Operating range, L | 25 — 3800 mm, 1 mm step | |||
Velocity | up to 10 m/s | |||
Movement speed | Any | |||
Cycle time | 0.5 ms up to 1200 mm; 1.0 ms up to 2400 mm; 2.0 ms up to 3800 mm; | |||
INTERFACE | ||||
Analog interface | For voltage (control input impedance: > 5 kΩ) For current (min./max. load resistance: 0/500 Ω) | |||
Number of magnet | 1 | |||
Max cable length | Сable length, m <100 Transmission Speed, Mbit/s 100 | |||
Измерения проводились с использованием кабеля Cat-5 | ||||
POSITION MEASUREMENT ACCURACY | ||||
Resolution | 16-bit DAC, 0.0015% (minimum 1 μm) | |||
Linearity deviation | L <= 500 mm: ± 40 µm L > 500 mm: ± 0.01 % F.S. | |||
Repeatability | < ± 0.001 % F.S. (minimum ± 2.5 µm) | |||
OPERATING CONDITIONS | ||||
Operating temperature | -40 °C…+75 °C | |||
Rated pressure | 350 bar, 600 bar peak (optional 800 bar) | |||
Humidity | 90 % rel. humidity, no condensation | |||
Ingress protection | IP65, IP67 at cable outletat 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, M22 x 1.5 or 3/4" - 16 UNF | |||
Position magnet attachment | Mounting hardware and screws made of non-magnetic material | |||
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION | ||||
Operating voltage | 24 V DC (–15 % / +20 %) | |||
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 | |||
Connector wiring: cable
CABLE | PIN | FUNCTION | ||||
D34 | D60 | S115 | S32 | |||
Black | 2 | 1 | 5 | 1 | Output 1: position | |
White | 5 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 VDC Output 1 | |
Yellow | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | Output 2: position or velocity | |
Green | 5 | 4 | 2 | - | 0 VDC Output 2 | |
- | - | - | 5 | Output 3: position | ||
Red | 1 | 5 | 7 | 7 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) | |
Blue | 3 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 0 VDC (power supply) | |
For stable operation, it is recommended to use a cable no longer than 35 meters.
Connector wiring: D34
PIN CONFIGURATION D34 | PIN | OUTPUT |
![]() M12-A male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) |
2 | Output 1: position | |
3 | 0 VDC (power supply) | |
4 | Output 2: position | |
5 | 0 VDC output №1, 2 |
Connector wiring: D60
PIN CONFIGURATION D60 | PIN | OUTPUT |
![]() M16 male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | Output 1: position |
2 | 0 VDC output №1 | |
3 | Output 2: position or velocity | |
4 | 0 VDC output №2 | |
5 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) | |
6 | 0 VDC (power supply) |
Connector wiring: S32
PIN CONFIGURATION S32 | PIN | OUTPUT |
![]() M16 male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | Output 1: position |
2 | 0 VDC output №1, №2, №3 | |
3 | Output 2: position | |
4 | Not applicable | |
5 | Output 3: position | |
6 | 0 VDC (power supply) | |
7 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) | |
8 | Not applicable |
Connector wiring: S115
PIN CONFIGURATION S115 | PIN | OUTPUT |
![]() M12-A male connector (view from sensor side) | 1 | Not applicable |
2 | 0 VDC output №1, 2 | |
3 | Output 2: position | |
4 | Not applicable | |
5 | Output 1: position | |
6 | 0 VDC (power supply) | |
7 | +24 VDC (-15% / +20%) | |
8 | Not applicable |
Interface
The analog sensor connects directly to the control system or indicator. The integrated microelectronics provide normalized output signals proportional to the position.

Connection example
CONNECTION DIAGRAM FOR DEVICE WITH ACTIVE SENSING CHANNEL |
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CONNECTION DIAGRAM FOR DEVICE WITH PASSIVE SENSING CHANNEL |
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Interchangeability
КОД ЗАКАЗ | АНАЛОГ от BALLUFF |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S32.V01 | BTL7-A510-M_ _ _ _-K-SR32 (по восходящему: 0...10 В) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S32.V11 | BTL7-A510-M_ _ _ _-K-SR32 (по нисходящему: 10...0 В) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S115.V01 | BTL7-A510-M_ _ _ _-K-SR115 (по восходящему: 0...10 В) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S115.V11 | BTL7-A510-M_ _ _ _-K-SR115 (по нисходящему: 10...0 В) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.H**.V01 | BTL7-A510-M_ _ _ _-K-K** (по восходящему: 0...10 В) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.H**.V11 | BTL7-A510-M_ _ _ _-K-K** (по нисходящему: 10...0 В) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S32.V01 | BTL5-A11-M_ _ _ _-K-SR32 (по восходящему: 0...10 В) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S32.V11 | BTL5-A11-M_ _ _ _-K-SR32 (по нисходящему: 10...0 В) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S32.A01 | BTL5-E10-M_ _ _ _-K-SR32 (4...20 мА) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S32.A11 | BTL5-E17-M_ _ _ _-K-SR32 (20...4 мА) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S115.A01 | BTL5-E10-M_ _ _ _-K-SR115 (4...20 мА) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.S115.A11 | BTL5-E17-M_ _ _ _-K-SR115 (20...4 мА) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.H**.A01 | BTL5-E10-M_ _ _ _-K-K** (4...20 мА) |
MSI-B._ _ _ _.H**.A11 | BTL5-E17-M_ _ _ _-K-K** (20...4 мА) |
_ _ _ _ измеряемая длина (в мм) ** длина кабеля (в метрах) | |
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