MTS Sensors Temposonics Off-Highway C Series User manual

C-Series Off-Highway
Installation Manual
Temposonics®
Magnetostrictive Linear Position Sensors

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Installation Manual
Table of contents
1. Introduction..................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1 Purpose and use of this manual ................................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Used symbols and warnings ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Safety instructions............................................................................................................................................. 3
2.1 Intended use.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Foreseeable misuse................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
2.3 Installation, commissioning and operation................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.4 Safety instructions for use in explosion-hazardous areas.......................................................................................................................... 4
2.5 Warranty.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.6 Return ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
3. Product description and technology ........................................................................................................................ 5
4. Space requirements - conditions, design.................................................................................................................. 6
4.1 Sensor dimensions.................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
4.2 Dimensions, tolerances ............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
4.3 Piston rod bore and depth......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
5. Mounting ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
5.1 Mounting sensors with M12 connection ................................................................................................................................................... 8
5.2 Mounting sensors with cable connection and cable gland....................................................................................................................... 10
5.3 Mounting sensors with single conductor and third-party connector ....................................................................................................... 13
6. Cylinder handling after sensor installation ...............................................................................................................14
6.1 Washing and drying cylinders with installed sensors.............................................................................................................................. 14
6.1.1 Sensors with M12 connector system ................................................................................................................................................ 14
6.1.2 Sensors with connecting cable.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
6.1.3 Sensors provided with third-party connectors .................................................................................................................................. 14
6.2 Painting cylinders.................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
6.2.1 Electrostatic painting......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
6.2.2 Painting and electrostatic charging ................................................................................................................................................... 15
6.2.3 Cylinders with integrated sensors and connecting cables or third-party connectors......................................................................... 15
6.3 Mounting / dismounting cylinders on mobile hydraulics machines ......................................................................................................... 15
6.4 Electrical and electrostatic effects ........................................................................................................................................................... 15
6.5 Welding ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
6.6 Electrostatic effects ................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
6.7 Compatibility of seals with hydraulic oils................................................................................................................................................. 16
7. Transport, intermediate storage............................................................................................................................17

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1. Introduction
1.1 Purpose and use of this manual
Before starting the operation of Temposonics®position sensors,
read this documentation thoroughly and follow the safety
information. Keep this manual for future reference!
Symbol Meaning
NOTICE
This symbol is used to point to situations
that may lead to material damage, but not
to personal injury.
1/ The term "qualified technical personnel" characterizes persons who
• are familiar with the safety concepts of automation technology applicable
to the particular project and
• are competent in the field of electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) or
• have received adequate training for commissioning and service operations or
• and are familiar with the operation of the device and know the information required
for correct operation provided in the product documentation
2. Safety instructions
2.1 Intended use
This product may be used only for the applications defined under item
1 and only in conjunction with the third-party devices and components
recommended or approved by MTS Sensors. As a prerequsite of
proper and safe operation the product requires correct transport,
storage, mounting and commissioning and must be operated with
utmost care.
1. The sensor systems of all Temposonics®series are intended
exclusively for measurement tasks encountered in mobile
hydraulic applications. The sensors are considered as system
accessories and must be connected to a suitable electronic
control unit.
Foreseeable misuse Consequence
Wrong sensor connection The sensor will not work
properly or can be damaged
Operate the sensor out of the
operating temperature range
No signal output –
the sensor can be damaged
Power supply is out of the
defined range
Signal output is wrong/
no signal output/
the sensor will be damaged
Position measurement is
influenced by an external
magnetic field
Signal output is wrong
Cables are damaged
Short circuit – the sensor can
be damaged/sensor does not
respond
Spacers are missing/
installed in a wrong order Error in position measurement
Wrong connection
of ground/shield
Signal output is disturbed –
the electronics can be damaged
Use of a magnet that is not
specified by MTS Sensors Error in position measurement
2.2 Foreseeable misuse
The content of this technical documentation and of its appendix
is intended to provide information on mounting, installation and
commissioning by qualified technical personnel 1or instructed
service technicians who are familiar with the project planning and
dealing with Temposonics®sensors.
1.2 Used symbols and warnings
Warnings are intended for your personal safety and for avoidance
of damage to the described product or connected devices. In this
documentation, safety information and warnings to avoid danger
that might affect the life and health of operating or service personnel
or cause material damage are highlighted by the pictogram defined
below.
Do not reprocess the sensor or cylinder afterwards.
The sensor might be damaged.
Do not step on the sensor.
The sensor might be damaged.

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2.3 Installation, commissioning and operation
The position sensors must be used only in technically safe conditions.
To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, installation,
connection and service, work may be performed only by qualified
technical personnel.
If danger of injury to persons or of damage to operating equipment
is caused by sensor failure or malfunction, additional safety measures
such as plausibility checks, limit switches, EMERGENCY STOP
systems, protective devices etc. are required. In the event of trouble,
shut down the sensor and protect it against accidental operation.
Safety instructions for commissioning
To maintain the sensor's operability, it is mandatory to follow
the instructions given below.
1. Protect the sensor against mechanical damage during
installation and operation.
2. Do not open or dismantle the sensor.
3. Connect the sensor very carefully and pay attention to the
polarity of connections and power supply.
4. Use only approved power supplies.
5. Ensure the sensor is operating within the defined limits for supply
voltage, environmental conditions, etc.
6. Check the function of the sensor regularly and provide
documentation of the checks.
7. Before applying power, ensure that nobody’s safety
is jeopardized by starting machines.
2.4 Safety instructions for use in explosion-hazardous areas
The sensor is not suitable for operation in explosion-hazardous areas.
2/ See also applicable MTS Sensors terms of sales and delivery on:
www.mtssensors.com
2.5 Warranty
MTS Sensors grants a warranty period for the Temposonics®
position sensors and supplied accessories relating to material
defects and faults that occur despite correct use in accordance with
the intended application 2. The MTS Sensors obligation is limited to
repair or replacement of any defective part of the unit. No warranty
can be provided for defects that are due to improper use or above
average stress of the product, as well as for wear parts. Under no
circumstances will MTS Sensors accept liability in the event of offense
against the warranty rules, no matter if these have been assured or
expected, even in case of fault or negligence of the company.
MTS Sensors explicitly excludes any further warranties. Neither
the company’s representatives, agents, dealers nor employees are
authorized to increase or change the scope of warranty.
2.6 Return
For diagnostic purposes, the sensor can be returned to MTS Sensors
or a repair facility explicitly authorized by MTS Sensors. Any shipment
cost is the responsibility of the sender 2.
NOTICE
When returning sensors, place protective caps on male and female
connectors of the sensor. For pigtail cables, place the cable ends in
a static shielding bag for electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection.
Fill the outer packaging around the sensor completely to prevent
damage during transport.

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3. Product description and technology
Temposonics®sensors are designed for use in applications which
may contain vibration, shocks, dust, exposure to harsh weather, and
electro-magnetic disturbances.
Temposonics®MH Series sensors can replace contact-based linear
sensors like potentiometers in many multipurpose applications. They
are successfully used in front axle and articulated frame steering
cylinders, hydraulic jacks and in steering systems for hydraulic units
on agricultural and construction machinery.
Temposonics®
Connector system (IP69K) Flange housing Position magnet Pressure pipe
1
2 3 4
Simple Mechanics
The extremely robust sensor consists of the following main parts:
1. The innovative connector system which is easy to install in a
few seconds, any soldering or crimping needless, dust-and
waterproof up to IP69K.
2. The pressure flange.
3. The pressure pipe attached to the pressure flange placed within
the drilled piston rod contains the protected magnetostrictive
sensing element.
4. The magnet is the only moving part which is assembled into the
piston bottom. This permanent magnet travels wear-free and
contactless along the pressure pipe and measures the actual
position.
• Due to small dimensions C-Series Off Highway sensors require only
little space
• Suitable for operating pressures up to 350 bar
• Unaffected by surrounding media such as ageing or foaming oil
• Insensitive to shock and vibration
• Designed for all current supply voltages (12/24 VDC)
• Temposonics®sensors offer analog (mA) output signal
4
5
3
1
Measurement Cycle
1Current pulse generates magnetic fi eld
2Interaction with position magnet fi eld
generates torsional strain pulse
3Torsional strain pulse propagates
4Strain pulse detected by converter
5Time-of-fl ight converted into position
Sensing element (Waveguide)
Position magnet (Magnetic fi eld)
Torsional strain pulse converter
2
Magnetostriction
Temposonics®linear sensors are based on the magnetostrictive
technology. By measuring the actual position with a non-contact
position magnet the sensor operates 100% wear-free. The absolute
operating principle enables reliable readings without any reference
point or recalibration. A mechanical strain pulse is triggered by the
travelling position magnet. The runtime of this ultrasonic wave is
measured precisely and compiled into standard electronic output
signals.
Fig. 1: C-Series Off-Highway in a cylinder (size comparison with a pencil)
Fig. 2: Time-of-flight based magnetostrictive position sensing principle

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Sensor
Null zone
16.736.1
Ø 23
Stroke length
72…275
Dead zone
22.7
Ø 4
Position magnet 401842
9
Sensor assembled with pressure pipe E2
Null zone
16.7
7
Ø 26f7
36.1
Stroke length
72…275
Ø 5
Dead zone
33
Position magnet 401842
9
Controlling design dimensions are in millimeters
4. Space requirements - conditions, design
4.1 Sensor dimensions
Fig. 3: Temposonics®C-Series Off-Highway sensor

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4.2 Dimensions, tolerances
Fig. 4: Space requirements for M12 cable gland version
Fig. 6: Space requirements for magnet
Controlling design dimensions are in millimeters
B
B
36,1 >=5
M8 / M10
7
2,5x20°
23,2
26H8
19
9,2
9,1
+ 0,1
0,0
>=
6
Fase für O-Ring
D
E
F
C
1 2 3 4
B
A
3 2 1 5
C
D
4 6 7 8
A
B
BG Druckrohr Zyl klein komplett + Verschraubung M8
Blatt 2
A3
WERKSTOFF:
GEZEICHNET
T. Schmale Juli 2020
Allgemeintoleranz ISO 2768 - f
Schutzvermerk nach ISO 16016
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Fig. 5: Space requirements for M8/M10 cable gland version
4.3 Piston rod bore and depth
Install the magnet

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5. Mounting
5.1 Mounting sensors with M12 connection
1. Guide sensor and pressure housing into the cylinder
2. Pull the contact insert through the cylinder wall and press sensor and pressure housing into its seat
3. Take the connector flange part and…
Fig. 7: Mounting sensors with M12 connection, part 1

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4. …push it on the contact insert until it ‘clicks in‘
5. Push carefully the whole connector system and its wires into the bore hole in the cylinder wall
6. Apply 4 metric screws M4 to fix the connector system (recommend ISO 7380-1 screws)
Fig. 8: Mounting sensors with M12 connection, part 2

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1. Press connector with attached cable into sensor.
2. Guide sensor and connection cable into the cylinder.
When using third-party connectors with Temposonics®sensor cables,
the following conditions must be met:
• The connector and cable protection must reach IP69.
• The connectors should also enclose the cable jacket, in order to
prevent exposed conductors and to provide strain relief. Otherwise
the conductors are not sufficiently protected against external
effects.
• If a connection cable is used, use only MTS cable with overmolded
jacket end and contact MTS for the correct version.
• Make sure that the polarity is correct.
• For connectors with screw terminals, cable end sleeves should be
used to avoid short circuiting.
Apply grease to O-ring. Make sure that
the grease cannot enter cavity for sensor.
Fig. 9: Mounting sensors with cable connection and cable gland, part 1
• If connectors are equipped with solder contacts, make sure that the
contacts are soldered correctly.
• Crimp contacts on connectors should be gas-tight and pressed
only using suitable tools. This is required to prevent corrosion.
When mounting connectors, make sure protection against ESD is
provided, i.e. workplaces and personnel must be protected against
electrostatic charging.
• Cable glands should be protected against damage by u-shaped steel
profiles (e.g. U-steel)
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Fig. 10: Mounting sensors with cable connection and cable gland, part 2
3. Guide the connection cable through the cable gland.
4. Use an individually prepared bush (e.g. polyamide) to press the sensor into the seat. Make sure that the conductors or cables are not
under strain.

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5. Press the sensor in its seat by hand or if necessary, use only a rubber mallet to hammer the sensor in position carefully. Don't apply hard
shocks. Don't press or push on the sensor rod. Never use a steel hammer.
6. Tighten the cable gland with the recommended torque according to manufacturer's specification.
Fig. 11: Mounting sensors with cable connection and cable gland, part 3

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Fig. 12: Mounting sensors with cable connection and cable gland, part 4
7. Mounting of piston, rod and cylinder front head to complete the assembly.
5.3 Mounting sensors with single conductor and third-party
connector
When mounting third-party connectors on sensors with single
conductors, the following information should be taken into account:
• The connector protection type should be at least IP69. Make sure
O-rings are fitted correctly.
• The connector housing should be completely of metal. Plastic
connectors can be damaged easily, thus tightness is not ensured.
• Make sure that the polarity is correct.
• For connectors with screw terminals, cable end sleeves should be
used, in order to prevent short circuiting and contact corrosion.
• End sleeves should be pressed onto the conductors in a way that all
strands are clamped into the sleeve. Protruding strands can cause
short circuiting!
• If connectors are provided with solder contacts, ensure that the
contacts are soldered correctly and that no strands stand proud.
• Crimp contacts should be gas-tight and pressed only using special
crimp tools. This is the pre-requisite to preclude corrosion of
contacts.
• Most commercially available connectors are not sufficiently
protected against the ingress of water running along the cable.
For this reason, suitable caps should be fitted to close them after
mounting.
• When mounting connectors, make sure protection against ESD is
provided, i.e. workplaces and personnel must be protected against
electrostatic charging.

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6. Cylinder handling after sensor installation
6.1 Washing and drying cylinders with installed sensors
Frequently, hydraulic cylinders are washed or degreased before
painting. For this purpose, various chemical and/or thermal methods
are used, whereby cleaning agents are sprayed onto the components
under high pressure up to 50 bar. During this procedure, the following
measures relating to polyurethane (PUR) connecting cables and plug-
in connections must be taken.
6.1.1 Sensors with M12 connector system
• When washing at low pressures up to approximately 5 bar, the
plastic cap supplied with sensor and connector system is sufficient
to protect the M12 connector system (part no. 403287).
• When washing at higher pressures, an M12×1 metal protective
device should be used to protect the connector system against the
effect of chemicals.
• The actual MTS connector system won`t be damaged due to its high
protection class, however, mating plugs which are connected might
corrode due to the effect of chemicals.
• If temperatures higher than +85 °C are used for drying after
washing, the connector systems should not be exposed to this
temperature for more than 5 minutes.
6.1.2 Sensors with connecting cable
• Protect the connecting cables using suitable enclosures (e.g. bags)
against the effect of moisture, high pressures and temperatures.
• Normally, cable entry glands meet the requirements of IP67,
however, they are not pressure-tight. For this reason, they must be
protected against moisture as well, in order to prevent moisture
from accumulating in the connecting compartment of the cylinder.
• MTS connecting cables are made of PUR and relatively resistant
against a large variety of chemicals and oils. However, exceptions
are e.g. carbon tetrachloride, trichloroethylene, perchloroethylene,
which can be ingredients of fat solvents and cleaning agents.
• Therefore, make sure that cables are protected adequately, if
cleaning agents that can attack PUR are used.
• If temperatures higher than +85 °C are used for drying after
washing, the connecting cables shouldn`t be exposed to this
temperature for more than 5 minutes.
6.1.3 Sensors provided with third-party connectors
• If third-party connectors are used, a sealed screw cap must be fitted
when washing, since third-party connectors normally have only
protection class IP67.
• Moreover, check if the housing of the third-party connector
is sufficiently tight to resist high pressures when washing. If
necessary, measures for protection of the housing should be taken.
• These connectors must be protected against the ingress of moisture
as well to prevent moisture from accumulating in the connecting
compartment of the cylinder.
• If temperatures higher than +85 ˚C are used for drying after
washing, third-party connectors shouldn‘t be exposed to this
temperature during more than 5 minutes either.
6.2 Painting cylinders
6.2.1 Electrostatic painting
Various dry and wet methods of applying paint to the component
surface use electrostatic charge to paint cylinders. These methods
employ very high voltages up to 100 kV, which can damage the
electronics of position measuring systems. To prevent this damage,
it is mandatory to take the following measures during electrostatic
painting.
• Attach the cylinder to the painting frame by the barrel side of
the cylinder rather than by the piston rod. The reason is that the
integrated sealing and slide rings can cause electric isolation
between the piston rod and the cylinder/sensor housing, i.e. low-
impedance connection between the painting equipment ground and
the sensor housing is not ensured.
• Clean the suspension points at the painting system and all
connections used for short-circuiting conductors and connection to
the painting system ground regularly and remove paint as well as
other residues, in order to ensure low-impedance connection.
Fig. 13: Electrostatic painting

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6.2.2 Painting and electrostatic charging
When using electrostatic charge for painting processes high voltages
are applied to the component/cylinder surface. These applied very high
voltages can damage or pre-damage the electronics of MTS position
measuring systems integrated into cylinders. This can be prevented
using the following metal protective caps.
The metal protective cap safeguards the contact pins and thus the
electronics of the sensor against electrostatic effects (high voltage).
It is important to note that:
• The material of the protective cap must be permanently electrically
conductive.
• The cap must not be of aluminum (aluminum is subject to oxidation
and can cause electric isolation).
• The metal protective cap must have an M12×1 thread.
• The cap must be screwed up to the connector flange plate.
• Make sure that no paint particles contaminate the thread or the
contact pins.
• The thread of the protective cap must be clean and free from paint
particles and other substances at all times.
• The metal protective cap must be tightened only so that it is hand-
tight (max. 5 Nm).
• Paint particles on the cap outside are of no concern.
• Drawing examples for the protective cap are given in the
attachment.
6.2.3 Cylinders with integrated sensors and connecting cables
or third-party connectors
G
Fig. 14: Electrostatic painting of cylinders with integrated sensors
6.3 Mounting / dismounting cylinders on mobile hydraulics
machines
As during transport, connectors, cables and cable ends should be
protected sufficiently during mounting and dismounting. Cables
conductors should not be bent or subjected to load or tensile stress.
When connecting cables are installed, make sure that the insulation is
not damaged by sharp edges.
NOTICE
Insulation tests
Part of the tests performed on mobile machines can be insulation
tests. These tests are intended to determine the dielectric strength
of the cables against the housing (insulation resistance) using
high voltages. During these tests, all sensor cables must be
disconnected, otherwise stray voltage over the sensor protective
circuitry against ground can damage these components and cause
sensor failure.
Fig. 15: Welding the cylinder with integrated sensor
NOTICE
As a rule: Don't perform welding work on the cylinder!
6.4 Electrical and electrostatic effects
6.5 Welding
After installing the cylinder in machines, welding work on adjacent
components can be necessary. If a grounding clamp is applied directly
or too closely to the cylinder, welding currents can be transmitted to
the sensor via the cylinder and cause burning of the sensor pipe or
damage of internal sensor components. Cylinders mostly consist of
two assemblies: the lower part with the cylinder pipe and the piston
with the piston rod. These components are isolated electrically from
each other by gaskets, bearings and slide rails. This means that,
normally, no current flow is possible. With cylinders, however, the
welding current may be transmitted from the piston to the cylinder
pipe. In this case, an electrical connection causes the entire welding
current to flow through the sensor pipe and the sensor head, thus
damaging the electronics. Moreover, the cylinder and/or the gaskets
are destroyed.
NOTICE
Electrostatic painting cannot be used for sensors with connecting
cables, since the cable cannot be protected safely against the high
process voltage. Safe electrostatic painting is ensured only in
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NOTICE
• Cut or disconnect all sensor connections during welding.
• Never fasten the grounding point at the piston rod or at the
cylinder pipe.
• Never perform welding work on a part of the cylinder, if a sensor
has been installed.
• Never perform welding work near a cylinder, if a sensor has been
installed.
• Due to isolating bearings, plastic slide bearings or grease in the
contact points, electric potentials/voltages can build up at every
bearing point of machines. Accordingly, similar effects as on
hydraulic cylinders can be produced.
6.6 Electrostatic effects
Electrostatic charge is caused due to friction and separation of charge.
This phenomenon is widely known and can be produced e.g. by
carpets or car seats. Mostly, the charge is noticed only in the event of
discharge, when the associated „shock“ occurs. The voltages due to
electrostatic discharge can have very high values, for example:
• Walking over carpet floors up to 30,000 V
• Walking over synthetic floors up to 12,000 V
• Moving at the workplace up to 6,000 V
Not only the high voltages, but especially the sudden discharge and
related currents (up to 50 Ampere!) can cause destruction of electrical
components. The effects are similar to those occurring due to
electrostatic discharge during dry painting.
5
10
15
0
010 20 30 40 50
Initial spike, discharge of hand capacitance
Discharge of body capacitance
Time [ns]
Amplitude [A]
Fig. 16: Current flow curve during electrostatic discharge of a human body
Current flow curve during electrostatic discharge of a human body
To avoid electrostatic discharge, workplaces and persons working
with or on electronic components must be grounded. This also applies
to sensor installation into the hydraulic cylinder as well mounting
procedure the cylinder to the machine.
Suitable protective measures are:
• Persons wear ribbons connected to the grounding point by means
of spiral cable around their wrist. Please, contact us, if you need
information on suppliers for suitable protective equipment.
• Work is only performed on diverting material, i.e. charges can
be diverted gently (e.g. work plate of wood, rubber, ESD foam
material).
• Avoid hard discharge. Do not deposit components on metal plates
or metal film.
• Do not remove electrostatically sensitive components from the
packaging without grounding.
• Caution when cutting adhesive tapes, do not tear to open.
6.7 Compatibility of seals with hydraulic oils
The sensors with a measuring rod are designed for installation in
hydraulic cylinders. The seals used in the sensors come into contact
with the hydraulic oil. Hydraulic oils that are moderately to not
compatible with the material of the seals can damage the seal.
In general, sensors from MTS Sensors are equipped with seals made
of NBR, FKM and PTFE. These seals can be used with hydraulic oil
type HLP (according to DIN 51524-2).
Other oils, such as bio oils (e.g. HEES, HETG and HEPG), are, without
prior testing, bio-oils should not be used on sensor seals. Due to the
large number of different oils and their different mixing ratios, not all
seal materials can be tested with the corresponding oils. These tests
are very time-consuming and therefore cost-intensive. It should also
be noted that the composition and mixing ratios of oil types change
continuously.
If hydraulic oil other than type HLP is to be used, we recommend
testing the oil-seal combination in a test laboratory. Two tests are
required per oil seal combination:
• Storage in oil for 1000 hours at an oil temperature of 80 °C
• Storage in oil for 168 hours at an oil temperature of 100 °C
During these tests, the components must be extensively tested for
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7. Transport, intermediate storage
When transporting the cylinders, make sure that the cables and
connectors are not under tensile stress. When handling/storing
carelessly, connectors and cables can be squeezed easily between
stacked cylinders.
Moreover, it is necessary to encapsulate the connections or exposed
cable ends using an antistatic bag. For this, the original bags (part
no. 403287) can be re-used. Furthermore, it is important to re-fit the
dust protective caps (MTS material number GZ0605) on the MTS
M12 connector system (IP69K) after installation of the connector. The
cylinders storage conditions should be as dry as possible.

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