Introduction
Blade20 is a non-contact inductive position sensor capable of monitoring linear and shallow-arc motion across its 20mm sensing zone.
The sensor is a 12 bit device capable of data sampling at speeds up to 15KHz.
Product Customisation
Uniquely, the sensor construction is modular, allowing for factory customisation of the metal mounting section.
This ensures suitability with a wide range of application types and mounting arrangements, with minimal requirement for modification of existing mechanical components within the application.
Features & Benefits
- Non-contact - Unlimited Mechanical Life
- No Moving Sensor Parts
- Fully Configurable 20mm Measurement Zone
- Linear & Shallow Arc Motion
- 0.5-10V Analogue / Digital Output
- IP68 Sealed Construction
// Position Sensor
Blade20- V Supply: +10.5V to +32V
- Sealing IP68
- Output: 0.5-10V (configurable)
- Range 20mm
| Supply Voltage | 10.5V to 32V (up to 6kHz update rate) |
| 10.5V to 16V (up to 15kHz update rate) | |
| Over Voltage Protection | >33 VDC |
| Current Draw | 5mA @1.0kHz update rate |
| 10mA @6kHz update rate | |
| 20mA @15kHz update rate | |
| Max Reverse Polarity | up to -32 VDC indefinite |
| Surge Rating | 1.7J, ±45V Max |
| Update Rate | Up to 15kHz |
| Update Latency | 2/ (update rate) (133µs min) |
| Connector Option | Flying Lead |
| Binder M8 6-way Male Connector | |
| Deutsch ASL 5 Way Connector | |
| Length Options | 0.5m, 1m, 3m, 5m |
| Protection Class | IP66, IP68, IP69K (sensor only) |
| Operational Temperature | -40°C to +100°C (32 VDC max) |
| -40°C to +125°C (16 VDC max) | |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +125°C |
| Humidity | 93% RH at 40°C (24 hrs) EN60068 - 2 - 78 |
| Salt Spray | 5% Salt solution at 35°C (336 hrs) EN60068 - 2 -11 |
| Vibration | 10g / 10 to 500Hz EN60068 - 2 -6 |
| Shock | 25g, 6ms, 1000 cycles EN60068 - 2 - 7 |
| EMC | Electromagnetic Emission: |
| EN61000 - 6 - 3/4 & EN61326 - 2 - 1 | |
| Electromagnetic Susceptability: | |
| EN61000 - 6 - 1/2 & EN61326 - 2 - 1 | |
| Voltage Output Range | 0.2-10.0V (calibrated 0.5-10.0V) |
| Stability | ±0.2% over full temperature range |
| Impedence | 500Ω |
| Range | 0 to 100% |
| Impedence | <1kΩ |
| Frequency | 1KHz |
| Output | Logic level 0-5V |
| Rate | 19.2k 8N |
| Output | Logic level 0-5V |
| Input | Logic level 0-3.3V (up to ±10V) |
| Protocol | Consult Factory |
| Product Datasheet |
| Measurement Zero | 0 at nominal centreline |
| Output Resolution | 12 bit |
| Effective Resolution | 11 bit typical, ±7 range |
| Linear zone | ±10.0mm |
| Absolute range (activator in range) | ±14.0mm |
| Linearity | Activator dependent - consult Gill |
| Hysteresis | ≤1 bit |
| Repeatability | ≤1 bit |
| Configurable Parameters | Output Range Sensing Distance Sensing Offset Hi/Lo Limits Out-of-range Level Filter Setting Analogue/PMW Non-standard Activator Settings Change Update Rate |
| Size | 28.0 x 33.0 x 5.0 mm (standard configuration) |
| Sensor-Activator Clearance | 2.5mm |
| Mounting | 2 x Ø2.5mm holes on a 20mm pitch or customer specified |
| Measurement Zero | Centreline ± 0.2mm (default) |
| Weight | 23g (inc. cable) |
| Materials Compatibility | Water, engine oil, engine coolant, diesel fuel, gasoline, salt spray, degreaser, degreaser tsp, ammonia and dust. All common automotive liquids and materials |
| Blade20 is available with custom back-end mounting configurations. Consult Gill for more information. | |
| Material | Painted EN3B mild steel or Zinc Plated EN3B mild steel |
| Format | U-shape, twin rectangular blades |
| Activator Blade Width | 12.0mm |
| Activator Blade Spacing | 10.0mm |
| Red | Power (V+) |
| Black | Ground (V-) |
| Yellow | Analogue Output |
| White | Transmit (Tx) |
| Green | Receive (Rx) |
| Blue | Switch Output / Not Used |
| Optional | USB-Serial Cable for Configuration Activator (standard) |
| The information contained on this web page is pending approvals. | |