P106 In-Cylinder Sensor with External Electronics

The P106 Inductive Linear Position Sensor is an in cylinder with external electronics. It is a highly accurate, durable and affordable position sensor designed for demanding hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder position feedback applications where environmental resistance, cost and service life are particularly important. It is particularly suited to OEM customers who require good sensor performance where the internal length or diameter is limited.

The repeatability, stability and overall performance are outstanding over a large temperature range. The P106 LIPS® is very compact and space efficient, being responsive along almost its entire length.

Like all Positek® sensors, the P106 provides a linear output that is proportional to the displacement. Each unit is supplied calibrated to the exact travel required by the customer, the P106 is available with any travel from 0-5mm to 0-800mm, 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.

Manufactured from stainless steel with an inert fluoropolymer sheathed probe the P106 is rugged, ideal for cylinder based applications. The probe and target are easy to install, as is the external electronics module which has a range of mounting and electrical options. Sealing to IP65 or IP67 dependent on cable or connector options and with integrated full EMC protection.

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Description

The Positek P106 in-cylinder linear position sensor is an in cylinder with external electronics. It is a highly accurate, durable and affordable position sensor designed for demanding hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder position feedback applications where environmental resistance, cost and service life are particularly important. It is particularly suited to OEM customers who require good sensor performance where the internal length or diameter is limited.

The repeatability, stability and overall performance are outstanding over a large temperature range. The P106 LIPS® (Linear Inductive Position Sensor) is very compact and space efficient, being responsive along almost its entire length.

Like all Positek® sensors, the P106 in-cylinder sensor provides a linear output that is proportional to the displacement. Each unit is supplied calibrated to the exact travel required by the customer, the P106 is available with any travel from 0-5mm to 0-800mm, 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.

Manufactured from stainless steel with an inert fluoropolymer sheathed probe the P106 is rugged, ideal for cylinder based applications. The probe and target are easy to install, as is the external electronics module which has a range of mounting and electrical options. Sealing to IP65 or IP67 dependent on cable or connector options and with integrated full 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 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
Cable with short gland Axial, Gland, IP67 M
Cable with M12 gland Axial, Gland, IP67 L
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 or M e.g. L200 for 200cm cable from axial cable gland

 

The sensor can be supplied without access to the two trim pots (gain and offset) with the adjustment holes sealed. Option Code
Y

 

Mounting Thread Size Options

Option Option Code
Flanged T
M18 Thread P

 

Target Material Option

Option Option Code
316 Stainless Steel R
Aluminium S

 

Target Flange Options (see drawing TG24-11)

Option Option Code
Penny and Giles HLP100 V
Temposonics (M4 fixing) W
Parker Hannifin Cylinder Version X

Dimensions

Probe Housing Diameter 20mm
Probe Length Measurement length + 62mm
Electronics Module Dimensions  see drawing
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
Temperature Coefficient <±0.1%/°C Gain & <±0.01%FS/°C Offset
See Graph
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
Hydraulic Pressure 350 Bar
Sealing IP65 (connector) / IP67 (cable)
Electrical Connections Screened cable or integral connector