Temposonics®

Magnetostrictive Linear Position Sensors

EH Start / Stop
Data Sheet

– High pressure resistant sensor rod

– Position measurement with more than one magnet
– Small & compact – Ideal for standard hydraulic cylinders
Temposonics® EH Start / Stop
Data Sheet

MEASURING TECHNOLOGY

The absolute, linear position sensors provided by MTS Sensors rely

Position magnet (Magnetic field)
on the company’s proprietary Temposonics® magnetostrictive techno-
2
logy, which can determine position with a high level of precision
Sensing element (Waveguide)
and robustness. Each Temposonics® position sensor consists of a
1
ferromagnetic waveguide, a position magnet, a strain pulse converter
and supporting electronics. The magnet, connected to the object in
motion in the application, generates a magnetic field at its location on
the waveguide. A short current pulse is applied to the waveguide. This
3
creates a momentary radial magnetic field and torsional strain on the
4
waveguide. The momentary interaction of the magnetic fields releases
Torsional strain pulse converter
a torsional strain pulse that propagates the length of the waveguide. 5
When the ultrasonic wave reaches the end of the waveguide it is con-
verted into an electrical signal. Since the speed of the ultrasonic wave Measurement cycle
in the waveguide is precisely known, the time required to receive the
return signal can be converted into a linear position measurement with 1 Current pulse generates magnetic field

both high accuracy and repeatability. 2

Interaction with position magnet field
generates torsional strain pulse

3 Torsional strain pulse propagates

4 Strain pulse detected by converter

5 Time-of-flight converted into position

Fig. 1: Time-of-flight based magnetostrictive position sensing principle

EH SENSOR

Robust, non-contact and wear free, the Temposonics® linear position

sensor provide the best durability and precise position measurement
feedback in harsh industrial environments. Measurement accuracy is
tightly controlled by the quality of the waveguide manufactured exclusi-
vely by MTS Sensors.

Temposonics® EH is a compact rod-style sensor and the ideal solution

for direct stroke measurement in small hydraulic cylinders. The positi-
on magnet mounted on the piston head of the hydraulic cylinder travels
over the sensor rod with the built-in waveguide to provide a precise,
non-contact position measurement. The EH is ideal for a variety of
applications including: fluid power, food industry, plastic industry, glass
and ceramics, energy sector, machine tools and testing machines.

Fig. 2: Typical application: Plastics processing

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Data Sheet

TECHNICAL DATA

Output
Start / Stop RS-422 differential signal
Serial parameter upload available for: stroke length, offset, gradient, status, serial number
and manufacturer number.
Measured value Position, option: Multi-position measurement with a maximum of 2 magnets
Measurement parameters
Resolution Controller dependent
Cycle time Controller dependent
Linearity 1
≤ ±0.02 % F.S. (minimum ±60 μm)
Repeatability ≤ ±0.005 % F.S. (minimum ±20 μm)
Operating conditions
Operating temperature −40…+75 °C (−40…+167 °F)
Humidity 90 % rel. humidity, no condensation
Ingress protection 2
IP67 / IP69K (if mating cable connector is correctly fitted)
Shock test 100 g (single shock) IEC standard 60068-2-27
Vibration test 15 g / 10…2000 Hz IEC standard 60068-2-6 (resonance frequencies excluded)
EMC test Electromagnetic emission according to EN 61000-6-3
Electromagnetic immunity according to EN 61000-6-2
The sensor meets the requirements of the EC directives and is marked with .
Magnet movement velocity Any
Design / Material
Sensor electronics housing Stainless steel 1.4305 (AISI 303); option: Stainless steel 1.4404 (AISI 316L)
Sensor rod 7 mm (0.28 in.) rod-Ø: Stainless steel 1.4301 (AISI 304)
10 mm (0.39 in.) rod-Ø: Stainless steel 1.4306 (AISI 304L); option: Stainless steel 1.4404 (AISI 316L)
Stroke length 50…2540 mm (2…100 in.)
Operating pressure 7 mm (0.28 in.) rod-Ø: 300 bar (4351 psi), 450 bar (6527 psi) peak
10 mm (0.39 in.) rod-Ø: 350 bar (5076 psi), 530 bar (7687 psi) peak
Mechanical mounting
Mounting position Any
Mounting instruction Please consult the technical drawings and the brief instructions (document number: 551684)
Electrical connection
Connection type M12 (8 pin) male connector
Operating voltage +24 VDC (−15 / +20 %); UL recognition requires an approved power supply with energy
limitation (UL 61010-1), or Class 2 rating according to the National Electrical Code (USA) /
Canadian Electrical Code.
Ripple ≤ 0.28 Vpp
Current consumption 50…100 mA
Dielectric strength 500 VDC (DC ground to machine ground)
Polarity protection Up to −30 VDC
Overvoltage protection Up to 36 VDC

1/ With position magnet # 251 416-2. Not applied for customized version (CP11009)
2/ The IP rating is not part of the UL recognition

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Data Sheet

TECHNICAL DRAWING

Sensor electronics housing Null zone Stroke length Dead zone

13 48 51* 50…2540 63.5*
(0.51) (1.89) (2,01*) (2…100) (2.5*)
8 pin

Magnet
(Ø 1.34)
AF 34

Ø 34

8 14 Threaded flange Sensor rod

(0.31) (0.55) Type: M18×1.5-6g Type: Ø 7 ± 0.10 (Ø 0.28 ± 0.01)
Type: ¾"-16 UNF-3A Type: Ø 10 ± 0.13 (Ø 0.39 ± 0.01)

Controlling design dimensions are in millimeters and measurements in ( ) are in inches

Unless otherwise stated, apply to the general tolerances according to DIN ISO 2768-m

CONNECTOR WIRING
D84
M12 A-coded Pin Function
1 Start (+)
2 Start (−)
3 Stop (+)
3 2
4 8 1 4 Stop (−)
5 6 7 5 Not connected
6 Not connected
7 +24 VDC (−15 / +20 %)
8 DC Ground (0 V)

*Use prefix CP11009 to the order code for start position of 30 mm and 60 mm dead zone.

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Data Sheet

FREQUENTLY ORDERED ACCESSORIES – Additional options available in our Accessories Guide 551444

Position magnets

Ø 32.8 Ø 32.8
Ø 25.4 (Ø 1.29)
(Ø 1.29) Ø 17.4 60°
(Ø 1) Ø 4.3

(0.12)
(Ø 0.69) (Ø 0.17)
Ø 23.8 Ø 4.3

3
(Ø 0.17) Ø 13.5 Ø 13.5 Ø 23.8
(Ø 0.94) 7.9 7.9 (Ø 0.94)
(Ø 0.53) (Ø 0.53)
Ø 13.5 7.9 (0.31) (0.31)
Ø 13.5 7.9
(Ø 0.53) (0.31) (Ø 0.53) 140°
(0.31)

Standard ring magnet Ring magnet OD25.4 Ring magnet OD17.4 U-magnet OD33
Part no. 201 542-2 Part no. 400 533 Part no. 401 032 Part no. 251 416-2

Material: PA ferrite GF20 Material: PA ferrite Material: PA neobind Material: PA ferrite GF20
Weight: Ca. 14 g Weight: Ca. 10 g Weight: Ca. 5 g Weight: Ca. 11 g
Operating temperature: Operating temperature: Operating temperature: Operating temperature:
−40…+105 °C (−40…+221 °F) −40…+105 °C (−40…+221 °F) −40…+105 °C (−40…+221 °F) −40…+105 °C (−40…+221 °F)
Surface pressure: Max. 40 N/mm2 Surface pressure: Max. 40 N/mm2 Surface pressure: Max. 20 N/mm2 Surface pressure: Max. 40 N/mm2
Fastening torque for M4 screws: 1 Nm Fastening torque for M4 screws: 1 Nm

Cable connectors 3 Cord sets

~ 57 Ø 15 26.5
~ 60 Ø 15 M12×1
(~ 2.24) (Ø 0.59) (1.04)
(~ 2.36) (Ø 0.59)
(Ø 0.79)
M12×1

M12×1
Ø 20

Ø 12.2 45.5 Ø 8.8

(1.5)

(Ø 0.49) 31.5
38

(1.79) (Ø 0.35)
Ø 11.6 (1.24)
Ø 11.6
(Ø 0.46) 4 (0.16)
Ø 20 (Ø 0.46) 12 (0.47)
(Ø 0.79)

M12 (8 pin) female, straight M12 (8 pin) female, angled M12 (8 pin) female, straight M12 (8 pin) female, angled
Part no. 370 694 Part no. 370 699 Part no. 370 674 Part no. 370 676

Housing: GD-ZnAL / IP67 Housing: GD-ZnAL / IP67 Ingress protection: IP67 Ingress protection: IP67
Termination: Screw; 0.75 mm2 Termination: Screw; max. 0.5 mm2 Cable: Shielded, pigtail end Cable: Shielded, pigtail end
Contact insert: CuZn Contact insert: CuZn Cable length: 5 m (16.4 ft.) Cable length: 5 m (16.4 ft.)
Cable Ø: 4…9 mm (0.16…0.35 in.) Cable Ø: 6…8 mm (0.24…0.31 in.)
Fastening torque: 0.6 Nm Fastening torque: 0.6 Nm

3/ Follow the manufacturer‘s mounting instructions when connecting the connectors

Controlling design dimensions are in millimeters and measurements in ( ) are in inches

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ORDER CODE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
E H D 8 4 1 R 3
a b c d e f

a Sensor model d Connection type

E H Rod D 8 4 M12 (8 pin) male connector

b Design e Operating voltage

EH rod-style sensor with housing material 1.4305 (AISI 303) 1 +24 VDC (−15 / +20 %)
and rod material 1.4301 (AISI 304)
K Flange M18×1.5-6g, 7 mm rod-Ø f Output
L Flange ¾" - 16 UNF -3A, 7 mm rod-Ø R 3 Start / Stop with sensor parameters upload function
EH rod-style sensor with housing material 1.4305 (AISI 303)
and rod material 1.4306 (AISI 304L)
M Flange M18×1.5-6g, 10 mm rod-Ø
S Flange ¾"- 16 UNF -3A, 10 mm rod-Ø
EH rod-style sensor with housing material 1.4404 (AISI 316L)
and rod material 1.4404 (AISI 316L)
F Flange ¾"-16 UNF -3A, 10 mm rod-Ø
W Flange M18×1.5-6g, 10 mm rod-Ø

c Stroke length
X X X X M 0050…2540 mm
X X X.X U 002.0…100.0 in.
Standard stroke length (mm)*
Stroke length Ordering steps
50 … 500 mm 5 mm
500 … 750 mm 10 mm
750…1000 mm 25 mm
1000…2540 mm 50 mm
DELIVERY
Standard stroke length (in.)*
Stroke length Ordering steps
Sensor, O-ring Accessories have to be ordered
2 … 20 in. 0.2 in.
separately.
20 … 30 in. 0.5 in.
30 … 40 in. 1.0 in. Operation manuals & software are available at:
40…100 in. 2.0 in. www.mtssensors.com

*/ Non standard stroke lengths are available; must be encoded in 5 mm / 0.1 in. increments

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551648 Revision A (EN) 06/2016

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