Advanced Solutions for Measurement & Control

  • Rod Position Sensor
  • Rod Position Sensor Features
  • Specifications
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Rod Position Sensor

Originally designed to monitor the height and movement of a series of aero struts on a Formula 1 car, the Rod Position Sensor is ideal for applications where a very small change in linear position needs to be monitored. The sensor is designed with a very low height profile and no internal moving parts, detecting up to 8mm of linear movement, with no physical contact between the sensor and the sensed part.

The Rod Position Sensor comprises two parts, the sensor and a separate metallic core pin activator. The sensor measures the linear position of the pin as it enters the bore of the sensor body. Commonly, the activator is formed as part of the existing mechanics for minimum installation overhead.

Rod Position Sensor Technical Information
  • Non-contact
  • No moving sensor parts
  • 8mm precision linear measurement
  • Low height profile
  • Analogue & Digital output
  • Unlimited mechanical life
  • Submersible
Rod Position Sensor Specifications
Electrical
Supply Voltage
+5VDC to +32VDC
Over Voltage Protection
>33VDC
Supply Current
<10mA
Reverse Polarity Protection
to -32VDC
Resolution
10 bit over configured range
Sample Rate
1KHz
Analogue Output
Measurement Range
Linear: ?4mm (configurable)
Voltage Output Range
0-4.2V
Range Accuracy
?0.1mm
PWM Output
Measurement Range
Linear: ?4mm (configurable)
Frequency
0-4.2V
Serial Output
Data type
Asynchronous ASCII data
Switch Output
Type
Switch to GND 32VDC Max, 8mA
Mechanical
Size
14mm x 34.5mm x 63mm (D x W x L)
Mounting
2 x Ø5mm holes on a 50mm pitch
Weight
57.3g
Recommended Activator Materials
EN3B Mild Steel or Equivalent
Copper
Tinned Steel
Contact Gill for other options
Environmental
Protection Class
IP67
Operating Temperature
Standard: -40ºC to +85ºC
Optional: -40ºC to +125ºC
Storage Temperature
-40ºC to +150ºC
Dither Life
Infinite
Datasheet