P101 Linear Position Sensor

The P101 is a durable, affordable, high accuracy stand alone linear inductive position sensor designed for use in scientific and industrial applications.

Like all Positek® sensors, the P101 provides a linear output that is proportional to the displacement. The P101 is very compact and offers an excellent stroke to overall length ratio. Each unit is supplied calibrated to the exact travel required by the customer, for example, if your application requires 10″ (254 mm) measurement then Positek will manufacture the sensor specifically for this length.The mechanical length and calibration will be set up for 254 mm the P101 is available with any travel from 0-5mm to 0-800mm.

The overall performance, repeat-ability and stability are outstanding over a wide temperature range. The sensor is very robust, manufactured from stainless steel the P101 has a long service life and strong environmental resistance and is particularly suitable for applications that require good sensor performance in harsh environments such as industrial machinery where cost is important.

The P101 is easy to install with either M5 rod eye or body clamps. The push rod can be supplied captive or free with either M5 thread, M5 rod eye or ball end. The rod can be spring loaded if required in either direction on sensors with a stroke length of up to 300mm. The P101 is available with a wide range of electrical inputs/outputs, sealing up to IP65/IP67 dependent on connector/cable options and fully integrated EMC protection.

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Description

The Positek P101 stand alone linear position sensor is a durable, affordable, high accuracy inductive position sensor designed for use in scientific and industrial applications.

Like all Positek® sensors, the P101 stand alone linear position sensor provides a linear output that is proportional to the displacement. The P101 is very compact and offers an excellent stroke to overall length ratio. Each unit is supplied calibrated to the exact travel required by the customer, for example, if your application requires 10″ (254 mm) measurement then Positek will manufacture the sensor specifically for this length.The mechanical length and calibration will be set up for 254 mm the P101 is available with any travel from 0-5mm to 0-800mm.

The overall performance, repeat-ability and stability are outstanding over a wide temperature range. The sensor is very robust, manufactured from stainless steel the P101 has a long service life and strong environmental resistance and is particularly suitable for applications that require good sensor performance in harsh environments such as industrial machinery where cost is important.

The P101 is easy to install with either M5 rod eye or body clamps. The push rod can be supplied captive or free with either M5 thread, M5 rod eye or ball end. The rod can be spring loaded if required in either direction on sensors with a stroke length of up to 300mm. The P101 is available with a wide range of electrical inputs/outputs, sealing up to IP65/IP67 dependent on connector/cable options and fully integrated EMC protection.

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Positek offers a range of options for its standard sensors. Each sensor is manufactured to suit each customer's preferences. If your requirement is outside the options given below, Positek can modify/ redesign a sensor to suit your specific requirement. Standard options are available as below:

 

Measurement Range

Factory set to any length from 0-5mm to 0-800mm in increments of 1mm. For example, if your application requires 10" (254 mm) measurement, then Positek will manufacture the sensor specifically for this length. The mechanical length and calibration will be set up for 254 mm.

 

Electronic Options

Output Signal Supply Input Option Code
Standard    
0.5V to 4.5V DC ratiometric +5V DC nom. ±0.5V A
Buffered    
0.5V-4.5V DC +24V DC nom. +9-28V G
±0.5V DC ±15V DC nom. ±9-28V B
0.5-9.5V DC +24V DC nom. +13-28V C
±10V DC ±15V DC nom. ±13.5-28V D
4-20mA (2 wire) +24V DC nom. +18-28V E
4-20mA (3 wire sink) +24V DC nom. +13-28V F
4-20mA (3 wire source) +24V DC nom. +13-28V H

 

Connector/Cable Options

Option Option Code
Connector - Hirschmann GD series Axial, IP65 J
Connector - Axial IP67, M12 - 4 pin. Without trim adjustment J + Z600
Connector - Axial IP67, M12 - 4 pin. With trim adjustment J + Z601
Connector - Radial, IP67, M12 4 pin K
Cable with axial gland, IP67 L
Cable with axial short gland, IP67 M
Cable with PG9 gland Radial, Gland IP67 I
Cable length - The standard length of cable supplied with a Positek position sensor is 50cm although you can specify any length you require. Specified in cm after the L, M or I e.g. L200 for 200cm cable from axial cable gland

 

Mounting Options

Option Option Code
M5 Rod eye on body (only with option "I" or "K") N
Body clamps, 1 pair P
Body clamps, 2 pairs  P2
M5 Rod eye on push rod U

 

Push Rod Options

Option Option Code
Spring loaded (extended) (up to 300mm stroke - for longer strokes, please contact Positek) R
Spring loaded (retracted) (up to 300mm stroke - for longer strokes, please contact Positek) S
Dome end on push rod (only with option "R") T
Non-captive push rod V

 

<+/-0.1% FSO Linearity error (≥10mm and ≤400mm stroke length Option Code
Z650

Dimensions

Body Diameter 35mm
Body Length (Axial version) Measurement length +163mm
Body Length (Radial) Measurement length +186mm
Push Rod Extension Measurement length +9mm
Push Rod Outside Diameter 9.5mm
Travel Any stroke from 0-5mm to 0-800mm (e.g. 305mm)
Independent Linearity <±0.25% up to 450mm <±0.50% over 450mm at 20°C
<±0.1% option available
Temperature Coefficient <±0.01%/°C Gain & <±0.01%FS/°C Offset
Resolution Infinite
Noise

<0.02% FSO

Frequency Response

>10KHz (-3dB);
>300Hz (-3dB); 2 wire 4-20mA

 

Output Signal and Output Load

Output Signal Output Load
0.5 to 4.5 V DC ratiometric 5k Ohms min
0.5 to 4.5 V DC 5k Ohms min
± 5V DC 5k Ohms min
± 10V DC  5k Ohms min
0.5 to 9.5 V DC 5k Ohms min
4 to 20mA (2 wire)  300 Ohms max at 24V
4 to 20mA (3 wire sink) 950 Ohms max at 24V
4 to 20mA (3 wire source) 300 Ohms max at 24V
Supply Current 12 mA Typical 20 mA max (voltage versions)

 

Temperature Limits

Operating -40 to +125°C (5V input only)
-20 to +85°C
Storage -40 to +125°C

 

Other

EMC Susceptibility EN 61000-6-2
EMC Radiated EN 61000-6-3
Vibration IEC 68-2-6: 10g
Shock IEC 68-2-29: 40g
MTBF 350,000 hrs 40°C Gf
Sealing IP65 (connector) / IP67 (cable)
Electrical Connections Screened cable or integral connector

DATA SHEET

BODY CLAMPS