MTS Sensors Temposonics R Series User manual

Model RH Rod-style position sensor
Model RP Prole-style position sensor
All specifications are subject to change. Contact MTS for specifications and
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Time-based Magnetostrictive position sensing principle
Movable position magnet
Magnetic field from
position magnet
Interaction of magnetic
fields causes waveguide to
generate a strain pulse
Magnetic field encompasses
entire waveguide - generated
by the interrogation pulse
Bias magnet
Strain-Pulse detector
Interrogation
Return wire
Waveguide
Benefits of Magnetostriction
Temposonics linear-position sensors use the time-based magneto-
strictive position sensing principle developed by MTS. Within the
sensing element, a sonic-strain pulse is induced in a specially designed
magnetostrictive waveguide by the momentary interaction of two
magnetic fields. One field comes from a moveable permanent magnet
that passes along the outside of the sensor. The other field comes
from an “interrogation” current pulse applied along the waveguide.
The resulting strain pulse travels at sonic speed along the waveguide
and is detected at the head of the sensing element.
The position of the magnet is determined with high precision and
speed by accurately measuring the elapsed time between the applica-
tion of the interrogation pulse and the arrival of the resulting strain
pulse with a high-speed counter. The elapsed time measurement is
directly proportional to the position of the permanent magnet and is
an absolute value. Therefore, the sensor's output signal corresponds
to absolute position, instead of incremental, and never requires
recalibration or re-homing after a power loss. Absolute, non-contact
sensing eliminates wear, and guarantees the best durability and output
repeatability.
Temposonics
®
Magnetostrictive, Absolute, Non-contact
Linear-Position Sensors
R-Series Models RP and RH
Analog Outputs (Voltage/Current)
Data Sheet
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Document Part Number
550992 Revision E
FEATURES
Linear, Absolute Measurement
LEDs For Sensor Diagnostics
Non-Contact Sensing Technology
Linearity Deviation Less Than 0.01%
Repeatability Within 0.001%
Direct Analog Outputs (Voltage or Current)
Single or Dual Channel Outputs (Position +Speed)
BENEFITS
Rugged Industrial Sensor
Dual Magnet Position Measurement
100% Field Adjustable Null And Span Setpoints
APPLICATIONS
Continuous Operation In Harsh Industrial Conditions
High Pressure Conditions
For Accurate, Dual-Magnet Position Measurement
TYPICAL INDUSTRIES
Fluid Power
Factory Automation
Material Handling and Packaging
Woodworking, Metalworking and Assembly Tools
Plastic Injection and Blow Molding

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Product specifications
Product overview
R-Series model RH and RP sensors are extremely robust and are ideal for continuous operation under harsh industrial conditions. MTS offers
two standard sensor housings, rod and profile extrusion. The rod housing is capable of withstanding high pressures such as those found
in hydraulic cylinders. The profile extrusion housing provides convenient mounting options and captive sliding magnets which utilize slide
bearings of special material that reduce friction, and help mitigate dirt build up. The sensor head contains the active signal conditioning and a
complete integrated electronics interface. Double shielding is used to ensure EMI protection for unsurpassed reliability and operating safety.
Parameters Specifications
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating
conditions:
Operating temperature:
-40 °C (-40 °F) to +75 °C (+167 °F)
Relative humidity: 90% no condensation
Temperature coefficient: < 30 ppm/ °C
EMC test: Electromagnetic emission:
IEC/EN 50081-1
Electromagnetic susceptibility:
IEC/EN 50082-2, IEC/EN 61000-4-2/3/4/6,
level 3/4 criterium A, CE qualified
Shock rating: 100 g (single hit)/
IEC standard 68-2-27 (survivability)
Vibration rating: 15 g (30 g with HVR option)/10 to 2000 Hz,
IEC standard 68-2-6 (operational)
WIRING
Connection type: 6-pin male D60 (M16) connector or
integral cable
PROFILE STYLE SENSOR (MODEL RP)
Electronic head: Aluminum housing with diagnostic LED
display
(LEDs located beside connector/cable exit)
Sealing: IP 65**
Sensor extrusion: Aluminum (Temposonics profile style)
Mounting: Any orientation. Adjustable mounting feet
or T-slot nut (M5 threads) in bottom groove
Magnet types: Captive-sliding magnet or open-ring
magnet
ROD STYLE SENSOR (MODEL RH)
Electronic head: Aluminum housing with diagnostic LED
display
(LEDs located beside connector/cable exit)
Sealing: IP 67 or IP 68 for integral cable models**
Sensor rod: 304L stainless steel
Operating
pressure:
350 bar static, 690 bar peak
(5000 psi static, 10,000 psi peak)
Mounting: Any orientation. Threaded flange M18 x 1.5
or 3/4 - 16 UNF-3A
Typical
mounting torque: 45 N-m (33 ft. - lbs.)
Magnet types: Ring magnet, open-ring magnet, or magnet
float
Product Overview and Specifications
Parameters Specifications
OUTPUT
Measured output
variables:
Position + speed (magnitude) or velocity
(with direction) for single or dual magnets
Resolution: Position measurement:
16 bit; 0.0015% (minimum 1 µm)
Speed measurement:
0.1 mm/s
Linearity
deviation: < ± 0.01% full stroke
(minimum ± 50 µm)
Repeatability: < ± 0.001% full stroke
(minimum ± 2.5 µm)
Hysteresis: < 4 µm
Analog Outputs: Voltage:
0 to 10, 10 to 0, -10 to +10, +10 to -10
Vdc (minimum controller load >5k ohms)
Current:
4(0) to 20 mA, 20 to 4(0) mA
(minimum/maximum load 0/500 ohms)
Stroke lengths: Range (Prole style):
25 to 5080 mm (1 to 200 in.)
Range (Rod style):
25 to 7620 mm (2 to 300 in.)
Update times:
0.5 ms up to 1200 mm, 1.0 ms up to
2400 mm, 2.0 ms up to 4800 mm, 5.0 ms up
to 7620 mm stroke length
Speed
measurement:
Range:
0.025 - 10 m/s (1.0 - 400.0 in./s)
Deviation: <0.5%
Resolution:
0.1 mm/s (0.004 in./s)
Update time:
Refer to update times in
'Position measurement' above
ELECTRONICS
Operating
voltage: +24 Vdc nominal: -15% or +20% *
Polarity protection: up to -30 Vdc
Over voltage protection: up to 36 Vdc
Current drain: 100 mA typical
Dielectric withstand voltage: 500 Vdc
(DC ground to machine ground)
Setpoints:
Setpoint adjustment (Null/Span):
100% of electrical stroke length. 25 mm
(0.98 in.) min. distance between setpoints.
For dual-magnet outputs:
76 mm (3 in.) min. distance between
magnets
* 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.
** The IP rating is not part of the UL Recognition.

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Analog Output Options, Programmability
Enhanced Monitoring and Diagnostics
Output options
R-Series analog sensors provide single or dual-magnet sensor options
along with single or dual-channel outputs (see ‘Figure 1’).
The R-Series analog sensor can be ordered for single-position
magnet applications which provide one position output, and/or one
velocity output over the active stroke length.
The R-Series sensor can also be ordered for dual-position magnet ap-
plications which provide two position outputs, or two velocity outputs,
or one of each.
Single-magnet sensor
Dual-magnet sensor
M1
M1A
Active stroke range
Position / Speed
M1 M2 M1A
M2A
0 Vdc
10 Vdc
0 Vdc
10 Vdc
0%
100%
Position 1 / Position 2
75 mm
(3 in.) min.
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Figure 1. Single and dual-magnet output diagram
When using dual magnets, the minimum allowed distance between the
magnets is 75 mm (3 in.) to maintain proper sensor output.
Enhanced monitoring and diagnostics
SENSOR STATUS AND DIAGNOSTIC DISPLAY
Diagnostic LEDs (green/red), located beside the connector or cable
exit (see ‘Figure 2’), provide basic visual monitoring for normal sen-
sor operation and troubleshooting. Diagnostic display LEDs indicate
four modes described in ‘Table 1’.
Figure 2. R-Series sensor diagnostic LEDs
Green Red Operation status/mode
ON OFF Normal function (operation mode)
ON Flashing Magnet out of setup range
ON ON Magnet not detected or wrong
quantity of magnets
Flashing ON Programming mode
Table 1. Diagnostic LED codes
Advanced communication and programmability
SENSOR FIELD PROGRAMMING
Temposonics R-Series Analog sensors are pre-configured at the
factory by model number designation. For many applications, normal
sensor installation and operation does not require additional adjust-
ment. If however, sensor parameter changes are required in the field,
the ‘R-Series Analog PC Programming Kit, part no. 253309-1’ (see
‘Figure 3’) can be used to easily program the sensor electronically
without opening the sensor's housing.
Field programming to adjust the output values is available for any
setting needed, within the selected output range. Each sensor’s
output range is selected from the available options when ordering a
particular sensor model number. There are six different manufactur-
ing build types available, three single channel and three dual channel
outputs in various ranges as described below:
Single-channel output for either position or speed:
• Voltage output between 0 and +10 volts
• Voltage output between -10 and +10 volts
• Current output between 0 (or 4) and 20 mA
Dual-channel outputs for position and/or speed:
• Voltage outputs between 0 and +10 volts
• Voltage outputs between -10 and +10 volts
• Current outputs between 0 (or 4) and 20 mA
Field Programming Notes:
Field programming allows for numerous custom sensor configura-
tions, however, please note that field programming can not be used to
change the R-Series Analog sensor from one manufacturing build type
to another.
Field programming (output voltages):
1. Sensor models ordered with one output channel can not be
reprogrammed in the field to provide a second output channel.
2. Sensor models ordered with positive only output voltages can not
be reprogrammed in the field to include negative output voltages.
3. Sensor models ordered with both positive and negative output
voltages can be reprogrammed in the field for positive only
voltages, or negative only voltages. However, resolution is then
reduced.
Figure 3. R-Series Analog PC Programming Kit, Part no. 253309-1
(For single or dual magnet sensor applications)

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Advanced communication and programmability
SENSOR FIELD PROGRAMMING
R-Series Analog PC Programming Kit (Part no.: 253309-1)
includes the following components:
• Wall adapter style power supply (24 Vdc output)
• USB Serial converter box with USB cable to connect to PC
• Two connection cables:
– Cable with connector if sensor is ordered with the D60
integral connector option.
– Cable with quick connects if sensor is ordered with the
integral cable option.
• R-Series Analog PC Setup software, on CD-ROM
(for Windows XP or higher)
The R-Series Analog PC Setup software user-friendly interface
(see ‘Figure 4’) enables the operator to take advantage of custom-
izing the following settings:
• Magnet positions and sensor output values for Setpoint 1 (Null)
and Setpoint 2 (Span) for single or dual magnets. For additional
information about setpoints, refer to section ‘R-Series analog
handheld programmer for single-magnet sensors’.
• Output range settings for speed, or for speed with direction.
• Assign position or velocity output functions for the single or
dual magnets, and for the one or two output channels. Output
function assignments are limited to the manufacturing build
type of the sensor.
• Assign error output values when the magnet moves beyond the
programmed setpoints.
Figure 4. R-Series PC Setup software interface
Field Programming
R-SERIES ANALOG HANDHELD PROGRAMMER FOR SINGLE MAG-
NET SENSOR APPLICATIONS
The R-Series Analog Handheld Programmer (see Figure 5) can
be used to program the magnet positions for the start of output,
(0% = 0 Vdc, -10 Vdc, 4 mA, or 0 mA), and the end of output, (100%
= 10 Vdc or 20 mA), for the single magnet version of the R-Series
analog sensor.
Figure 5. R-Series Analog Handheld Programmer, Part no.: 253124
Standard factory settings place the setpoint 1 'Null' and setpoint 2
'Span' at the limits of the sensor’s active stroke range. For example,
a sensor ordered with 4 - 20 mA output will be factory set for 4 mA
output at the bottom limit of the stroke range at the 'Null position.
Likewise, the 20 mA output will be factory set at the top limit of the
stroke range at the 'Span' position.
Figure 6.
Single-magnet sensor
Output value
Forward
Reverse
Dead
zone
Position
Electronics
housing
Setpoint 1
(Null)
Setpoint 2
(Span)
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Standard factory settings
Setpoint 1 and setpoint 2 can be re-positioned for the actual measur-
ing length needed anywhere within the active stroke range.
Note:
The minimum distance allowed between setpoint 1 and setpoint 2 is
25 mm (0.98 in.).
These adjustments are easily performed, even when the sensor is not
directly accessible, by connecting the analog handheld programmer
to the sensor’s integral cable or extension cable.
When programming new setpoints, the R-Series Analog Handheld
Programmer adjusts the sensor output values to either 0% or 100%
at the two selected magnet positions. To program other setpoint
output values, use the ‘R-Series Analog PC Programming Kit’ (Part
no.: 253309-1)
Note:
The R-Series Analog Handheld Programmer can also be used to change
the output direction from forward-acting (e.g. 4 - 20 mA output) to
reverse-acting (20 - 4 mA output), as well as, reverse-acting to forward-
acting.
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Field Programming
Model RP Profile-Style Sensor Dimensions
Model RP profile-style sensor dimension references
MODEL RP, PROFILE-STYLE SENSOR WITH CAPTIVE-SLIDING MAGNET
Drawing is for reference only, contact applications engineering for tolerance specific information.
49 mm
(1.92 in.)
9 mm
(0.36 in.)
50 mm (1.97 in.)
68 mm (2.68 in.)
5.5 mm (0.21 in.) dia.
for M5 or #10 screw
2 mm
(0.07 in.)
45 mm
(1.77 in.)
12 mm (0.47 in.)
12 mm (0.47 in.)
75 mm
(2.95 in.)
Stroke length
82 mm (3.2 in.)
Dead zone
End of stroke
‘Span’ position
Beginning of stroke ‘Null’ position
Mounting foot, moveable
(part no.: 400802)
Electronics
housing
Captive-sliding magnet
Figure 8. R-Series Model RP Profile-style sensor dimension reference (Shown with the D60 integral connection type option)
MODEL RP, PROFILE-STYLE SENSOR WITH OPEN-RING MAGNET
Drawing is for reference only, contact applications engineering for tolerance specific information.
Mounting support
(non-ferrous material)
Beginning of stroke ‘Null’ Position
Stroke length
66 mm
(2.6 in.)
Mounting foot, moveable
(part no.: 400802)
28 mm
(1.1 in.)
28 mm
(1.1 in.)
30 mm
(1.2 in.)
28 mm
(1.1 in.)
Dead zone
Electronics
housing
Open-ring magnet
Figure 9. R-Series Model RP Profile-style sensor dimension reference (Shown with the R05 integral cable connection type option)
R-SERIES ANALOG CABINET PROGRAMMER FOR SINGLE
MAGNET SENSORS
The R-Series Analog Cabinet Programmer (see Figure 7) provides the
same programming functions as the R-Series Analog Handheld Pro-
grammer and is designed to mount in a control cabinet. The R-Series
Analog Cabinet Programmer includes a rear snap-in mounting feature
that allows the unit to mount on standard 35 mm DIN rail.
After installation, the programmer can remain wired up to both the
sensor and PLC interface module if reprogramming or a different
machine setup is later required, a built-in ‘Program/Run’ switch
allows this programmability.
Figure 7. R-Series Analog Cabinet Programmer (two shown) ,
Part no.: 253408 (for single-magnet sensor applications)

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Standard magnet selections (Model RP)
SELECTION OF POSITION MAGNETS (ONE MAGNET INCLUDED WITH MODEL RP SENSOR)
A choice of two magnet mounting configurations are available with the profile-style sensor; A ‘captive-sliding’ magnet, Styles Sor Vor an
‘open-ring’ magnet, Style M. Captive-sliding magnets utilize slide bearings of special material that reduce friction, and if required, help mitigate
dirt build up. The slide bearings are designed to operate dry, requiring no external lubrication or maintenance.
The Style M ‘open-ring’ magnet mounts on the moving machine part and travels just above the sensor’s profile extrusion. The open-ring
magnet requires a minimum distance away from ferrous metals to allow proper sensor output. It must be mounted using non-ferrous screws
and a non-ferrous support bracket, or utilize a non-ferrous spacer of at least 5 mm (0.2 in.) thickness.
POSITION MAGNET SELECTIONS (Drawing dimensions are for reference only)
Magnet dimensions and mounted magnet dimensions Description Part number
40 mm
(1.58 in.)
25 mm
(1 in.)
20 mm
(0.79 in.)
43 mm
(1.69 in.)
14 mm
(0.55 in.)
Rotation:
Vertical: 18°
Horizontal: 360°
Ball-jointed arm
(M5 thread)
Captive-sliding magnet, Style S
For Model RP profile-style sensor 252182
40 mm
(1.58 in.)
25 mm
(1 in.)
9 mm
(0.35 in.)
57 mm
(2.24 in.)
14 mm
(0.55 in.)
Rotation:
Vertical: 18°
Ball-jointed arm
(M5 thread)
Captive-sliding magnet,
Style V
For Model RP profile-style sensor
252184
21 mm
(0.81 in.)
25 mm
(0.97 in.)
14 mm
(0.55 in.)
2 Holes
Each 4.3 mm
(0.17 in.) dia. on
24 mm (0.94 in.) dia.
60°
Open-ring magnet,
Style M
I.D.: 13.5 mm (0.53 in.)
O.D.: 33 mm (1.3 in.)
Thickness: 8 mm (0.31 in.)
Operating temperature:
- 40 °C to 100 °C
This magnet may influence the
sensor performance specifications
for some applications.
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45 mm
(1.77 in.)
52 mm
(2.05 in.)
36 mm
(1.41 in.)
21 mm
(0.81 in.)
29 mm
(1.14 in.)
Max gap
3 mm ± 1 mm
(0.12 in. ± 0.04 in.)
Non-ferrous mounting support
and screws
Open-ring magnet Style ‘M’
Model RP Profile-Style Sensor
Standard Magnet Selections

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Model RP Profile-Style Sensor
Mounting Methods
Sensor mounting
Model RP profile-style sensor mounting flexible installation in any position!
Temposonics Model RP profile-style sensors offer two basic mounting methods; side grooves for use with mounting feet or a bottom groove
that accepts special T-Slot nuts. Both the mounting feet and T-Slot nuts can be positioned along the sensor extrusion to best secure the
sensor for each particular application.
Notes:
1. Model RP sensors include two mounting feet, (part no. 400802) for sensors stroke lengths up to 1250 mm (50 in.)
2. One additional mounting foot is included for stroke lengths over 1250 mm (50 in.) and for each additional 500 mm (20 in.),
thereafter.
3. MTS recommends using 10-32 cap screws (customer supplied) at a maximum torque of 44 in. lbs. when fastening mounting feet.
Profile-Style sensor mounting and installation reference Mounting method Part number
(Width = 14.5 mm (0.57 in.)
Mounting feet, standard (304 SS)
Profile-style sensor mounting for
sensor model RP
400802
(10 - 32 Cap screws)
Recommended
(Customer supplied)
Mounting feet and screws
Profile-style sensor foot installation
See Mounting
Feet
part number:
400802
T-Slot nut
Nut for mounting model RP sensor.
(M5 threaded) using bottom groove
401602
4 Holes
5.3 mm
(0.21 in.) dia.
28 mm
(1.1 in.) 9 mm
(0.36 in.)
50 mm
(1.97 in.)
2 mm
(0.08 in.)
68 mm
(2.68 in.)
9 mm
(0.36 in.)
Mounting foot and screws
5 mm (0.20 in.)
T-Slot nut, M5 thread
Detail
M5 Threaded
stud and nut

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Model RH Rod-Style Sensor
Dimension References
Model RH rod-style sensor dimension references
The Temposonics R-Series rod-style sensor (Model RH) offers modular construction, flexible mounting configurations, and easy installation.
The Model RH sensor is designed for mounting in applications where high pressure conditions exist, (5000 psi continuous, 10,000 psi spike),
such as inside hydraulic cylinders. The Model RH sensor (see Figure 10) may also be mounted externally in many applications.
Stroke-dependent Dead Zones:
Stroke length:
25 mm (1 in.) - 5000 mm (197 in.)
5005 mm (197.1 in.) - 7620 mm (300 in.)
Dead zone:
63.5 mm (2.5 in.)
66 mm (2.6 in.)
MODEL RH, ROD-STYLE SENSOR WITH RING MAGNET (MAGNET ORDERED SEPARATELY)
Drawing is for reference only, contact applications engineering for tolerance specific information.
Figure 10. Model RH Rod-style sensor dimension reference (shown with the D60 integral connection
Diagnostic
LEDs
44 mm
(1.7 in.)
68 mm
(2.7 in.)
51 mm
(2 in.)
Male, 6-Pin (D60)
Integral connector
Beginning of stroke ‘Null’ position End of stroke ‘Span’ position
Dead zone
Electronics
housing
Null zone
Stroke length
Flat-faced hex
flange type ‘S ’
Sensor rod
10 mm
(0.39 in.) dia.
25 mm
(0.98 in.)
M4 x 59 mm
Button-head
hex screws (2X)
O-Ring
Ring magnet (refer to Notes
‘Stroke dependent
dead zones’)
Refer to ‘Table 2’ for
‘(A) Flange threads’
)
MODEL RH, ROD-STYLE SENSOR WITH 6-PIN DIN MATING CABLE CONNECTOR (MAGNET ORDERED SEPARATELY)
Drawing is for reference only, contact applications engineering for tolerance specific information.
Figure 11.
B
68 mm (2.7 in.)
Grounding lug
76 mm (3 in.)
25 mm
(1 in.)
2.5 mm (0.1 in.)
25 mm (1 in.)
Beginning of stroke ‘Null’ position
O-Ring
C
Electronics
housing
Refer to‘Table 2’
‘(B) dimensions’ and ‘(C) dimensions
’
Refer to ‘Table 2’
‘(A) Flange threads’
Raised-face hex
flange type ‘T ’
Mating connector
6-pin DIN style
51 mm (2 in.)
Model RH Rod-style sensor dimension reference (shown with mating cable connector)
Housing style
Flange type Description (A) Flange threads (B) Dimensions (C) Dimensions
TUS customary threads with raised-face flange 3/4" - 16 UNF-3A 1.75 in. 2 in.
SUS customary threads with flat-faced flange 3/4" - 16 UNF-3A 1.75 in. 2 in.
M Metric threads with flat-faced flange M18 x 1.5 46 mm 53 mm
Table 2. Model RH Rod-style sensor housing style and flange type references

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Model RH Rod-Style Sensor
Magnets and Mounting
Figure 12.
Non ferrous
spacer
> 15 mm
(0.6 in.)
Min. 3.2 mm
(0.125 in.)
Ring magnet
n fer
cer
m
m
mm
.)
(0.125 in.
)
magnet
Ring m
Non
spa
Min. 3.2 mm
magnet
Ring m
Cylinder end cap
Piston head
Temposonics®
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Model RH rod-style mounting
Model RH rod-style sensor mounting
Standard magnet options (Model RH)
Magnets must be ordered separately with Model RH position sensors. The standard ring magnet (part number 201542-2) is suitable for most
applications.
POSITION MAGNET SELECTIONS (Magnet must be ordered separately) (Drawing dimensions are for reference only)
Magnet and magnet dimensions Description Part number
Standard ring magnet
I.D.: 13.5 mm (0.53 in.)
O.D.: 33 mm (1.3 in.)
Thickness: 8 mm (0.3 in.)
Operating temperature:
- 40 °C to 100 °C
201542-2
Magnet spacer
(Non-ferrous, use with ring magnet
Part number: 201542-2)
I.D.: 14 mm (0.56 in.)
O.D.: 32 mm (1.25 in.)
Thickness: 3.2 mm (0.125 in.)
400633
Ring magnet
I.D.: 13.5 mm (0.53 in.)
O.D.: 25.4 mm (1 in.)
Thickness: 8 mm (0.3 in.)
Operating temperature:
- 40 °C to 100 °C
400533
Open-ring magnet, Style M
I.D.: 13.5 mm (0.53 in.)
O.D.: 33 mm (1.3 in.)
Thickness: 8 mm (0.3 in.)
Operating temperature:
- 40 °C to 100 °C
This magnet may influence the sensor perfor-
mance specifications for some applications.
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MAGNET FLOAT SELECTION (Drawing dimensions are for reference only)
Magnet float
(Level sensing applications)
Specific gravity: 0.70 maximum
Pressure: 870 psi maximum
(This float is used with Model RH rod-style
sensors for hydraulic fluid or fresh water
applications only). Collar (part no.: 560777)
is recommended for end of stroke stops.
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4 Holes
Each 4.3 mm (0.17 in.) dia.
90° apart on
24 mm (0.94 in.) dia.
4 Holes
Each 4.3 mm (0.17 in.) dia.
90° apart on
24 mm (0.94 in.) dia.
21 mm
(0.81 in.)
25 mm
(0.97 in.)
14 mm
(0.55 in.)
2 Holes
Each 4.3 mm
(0.17 in.) dia. on
24 mm (0.94 in.) dia.
60°
14 mm (0.55 in.) Min. I.D.
51 mm (2 in.)
Spherical O.D.
3.4 mm (0.13 in.)
C
L
53 mm
(2.1 in.)
The position magnet requires minimum distances away from ferrous
metals to allow proper sensor output. The minimum distance from the
front of the magnet to the cylinder end cap is 15 mm (0.6 in.).
The minimum distance from the back of the magnet to the piston head
is 3.2 mm (0.125 in.). However, a minimum distance of at least 5
mm (0.197 in.) is preferred for added performance margin. The non-
ferrous spacer (part no. 400633), provides this minimum distance
when used along with the standard ring magnet (part no.: 201542-2)
as shown in Figure 12.

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Model RH Rod-Style Sensor, Cylinder Installation
Models RP and RH Sensors, Connections and Wiring
Models RP and RH connections and wiring
STANDARD MALE (D60) 6-PIN DIN INTEGRAL CONNECTOR (M16)
Cylinder installation
The sensor’s rod housing and flange can remain
permanently installed in the cylinder
Ring magnet
The sensor cartridge, consisting of the electronics housing
and sensing element, is easy to replace by removing
(2) M4 thread 2.5 mm hex socket head screws
Figure 13. Fluid cylinder installation
The position magnet requires minimum distances away from ferrous
metals to allow proper sensor output. The minimum distance from
the front of the magnet to the cylinder end cap is 15 mm (0.6 in.).
The minimum distance from the back of the magnet to the piston
head is 3.2 mm (0.125 in.). However, a minimum distance of at
least 5 mm (0.197 in.) is preferred for added performance margin.
The non-ferrous spacer (part no. 400633), provides this minimum
distance when used along with the standard ring magnet (part no.:
201542-2) as shown in Figure 13.
Note:
When using the single channel output,
(pins 1 and 2), the unused pins for output 2
(pins 3 and 4) should be left floating (uncon-
nected), unless sensor programming is being
performed.
4
5
3
6
12
Male, 6-pin (D60) integral connector pin-out as viewed from the
end of the sensor
Pin number Wire color Function / Analog outputs
1 Gray
Output 1/ Position 1:
0 to 10, 10 to 0, -10 to +10, +10 to -10 Vdc
4 to 20 , 20 to 4, 0 to 20, 20 to 0 mA
(Required for programming mode / 0% setting)
2 Pink Return for pin 1
3 Yellow
Output 2/ Position 2 or Speed:
0 to 10, 10 to 0, -10 to +10, +10 to -10 Vdc
4 to 20, 20 to 4, 0 to 20, 20 to 0 mA
(Required for programming mode / 100% setting)
4 Green Return for pin 3
5Red or
Brown
+24 Vdc (-15/+20%)
(Required for programming mode)
6 White DC ground (for supply)
(Required for programming mode)
CABLE CONNECTOR OPTIONS (FIELD INSTALLABLE) 6-PIN DIN (D60) FEMALE
(Drawing dimensions are for reference only)
Connector Connector dimensions Description Part number
Cable Connector, Female, Straight Exit
(Field installable)
6-Pin DIN (D60)
Mates with standard male (M16) integral connector
560700
Cable Connector, Female, 90° Exit
(Field installable)
6-Pin DIN (D60)
Mates with standard male (M16) integral connector
560778
18 mm
(0.7 in.) dia.
54 mm
(2.1 in.)
54 mm
(2.1 in.)
37 mm
(1.5 in)
18 mm
(0.7 in.) dia.

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Extension Cables with Connector Assemblies
SENSOR CONNECTION TYPES =
D
1 - 2
D6 =Female connector, straight exit (part no. 560700), and PVC jacket cable (part no. 530026)
DA =Female connector, 90° exit (part no. 560778), and PVC jacket cable (part no. 530026)
DJ =Female connector, straight exit (part no. 560700), and black polyurethane jacket cable (part no. 530052)
DK =Female connector, 90° exit (part no. 560778), and black polyurethane jacket cable (part no. 530052)
CABLE LENGTHS =3 - 5
For standard length cables up to 100 ft
005
=
5 ft
015
=
15 ft
025
=
25 ft
050
=
50 ft
100
=
100 ft
For custom length cables over 100 ft
— — —
= Cable length (maximum cable length is dependent on the output selected; consult MTS Applications Engineering)
CABLE TERMINATION =6 - 8
P0 =Pigtail cable without connector (2 digit code)
D6M =D6 male connector (straight exit). Only available with the D6 option above.
D6F =D6 female connector (straight exit). Only available with the D6 option above.
DAF =D6 female connector (90° exit). Only available with the DA option above.
D
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
EXTENSION CABLE WITH CONNECTORS FOR D6, (D60), CONNECTION TYPES
Extension cable and connector assemblies Description
Connection
Type
Connector, Straight Exit with Standard PVC Jacket
Cable
(Assembly Includes D6 Connector, Part No.: 560700
and Cable, Part No.:530026)
D6
Connector, 90° Exit
with Standard PVC Jacket Cable
(Assembly Includes D6 Connector, Part No.: 560778
and Cable, Part No.:530026)
DA
Connector, Straight Exit
with Black Polyurethane Jacket Cable (for higher
resistance to moisture, oil and cold temperatures)
(Assembly Includes D6 Connector, Part No.: 560700
and Cable, Part No.:530052)
DJ
Connector, 90° Exit
with Black Polyurethane Jacket Cable (for higher
resistance to moisture, oil and cold temperatures)
(Assembly Includes D6 Connector, Part No.: 560778
and Cable, Part No.:530052)
DK
Ordering Information
EXTENSION CABLE WITH CONNECTOR FOR A D6 (D60) CONNECTION TYPE

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Ordering Information
R
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
SENSOR MODEL =R1-2
RP =
Profile style
RH
= Hydraulic rod style
HOUSING STYLE =3
Model RP profile-style sensor (includes one magnet):
S=
Captive-sliding magnet with ball joint
at top (part no. 252182)
V
=
Captive-sliding magnet with ball
joint at front (part no. 252184)
M
=
Open-ring magnet
(part no. 251416-2)
Model RH rod-style sensor (magnet(s) must be ordered separately):
T=
US customary threads, raised-faced
flange and pressure tube, standard
U
=
Same as option “T”, except uses
fluoroelastomer seals for the
electronics housing
B
=
Sensor cartridge only (no flange
and pressure tube, stroke length
< 1830 mm (72 in.))
S=
US customary threads, flat-faced
flange and pressure tube, standard
H
=
Same as option “S”, except uses
fluoroelastomer seals for the
electronics housing
M=
Metric threads, flat-faced flange and
pressure tube, standard
V
=
Same as option “M”, except uses
fluoroelastomer seals for the
electronics housing
STROKE LENGTH
=
4-8
— — — — M
=
Millimeters (Encode in 5 mm increments)
Stroke Length Notes:
— — — . — U
=
Inches and tenths
(Encode in 0.1 in. increments) 1. Profile-style sensor (model RP) stroke range = 25 mm (1 in.) - 5080 mm. (200 in.)
2. Rod-style sensor (model RH) stroke range = 25 mm (1 in.) - 7620 mm (300 in.)
CONNECTION TYPE =9-11
Integral connector:
D60
=
6-pin DIN (M16), male, standard
Integral cables:
R — —
=
Integral cable, PVC jacket, pigtail termination, standard
Cable Length Note:
F — —
=
Integral cable, black polyurethane jacket with pigtail termination
MTS recommends the maximum integral cable
length to be 10 meters (33 ft.). Cables greater
than 10 m (33 ft.) in length are available,
however, proper care must be taken during
handling and installation.
Cable length:
Encode in feet if using US customary stroke length
Encode in meters if using metric stroke length
>——=3 (03) to 98 (98) ft. or 1 (01) to 30 (30) meters.
INPUT VOLTAGE =12
1=
+24 Vdc (+20% - 15%)
HVR Option Note:
A=
Same as option “1” except includes the High
Vibration-Resistant (HVR) option for Model
RH only, limited to stroke range = 50 mm (2
in.) - 2000 mm (78.7 in.), Refer to ‘HVR Option
Note’.
The High Vibration-Resistant (HVR) option provides the model RH
rod-style sensors with increased resistance to shock and vibration for use
in heavy duty machinery. Refer to “G-Series and R-Series Sensors for
High Shock and Vibration Applications”, document part no.: 551073 for
more information.
OUTPUT (13 - 19)
3 to 7 digit code defined by the output option selected from pages 12 and 13
=13-19
1 Output channel with 1 magnet (3 digit code).
Output #1 = Magnet position
V01
=
0 to +10 Vdc
A01
=
4 to 20 mA
V11
=
+10 to 0 Vdc
A11
=
20 to 4 mA
V21
=
-10 to +10 Vdc
A21
=
0 to 20 mA
V31
=
+10 to -10 Vdc
A31
=
20 to 0 mA
CONTINUED ON PAGE 13
(3 to 7 digit code, defined by the output
option selected)

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
2 Output channels with 2 magnets (3 digit code) =13 - 15
Choose a value described below to encode 3 digits (sensor part number boxes 13-15) refer to ‘Setpoint Note’
Output #1 = Magnet #1 position Output #2 = Magnet #2 position
V02
=
0 to +10 Vdc
0 to +10 Vdc
V12
=
+10 to 0 Vdc
+10 to 0 Vdc
Setpoint Note:
V22
=
-10 to +10 Vdc
-10 to +10 Vdc
Standard factory settings for the setpoint positions
are the same for both magnets, i.e. both magnets
have setpoint 1 at the Null position, and setpoint
2 at the Span position. If needed, the setpoint
positions for each magnet can be reprogrammed in
the field to best fit the application, (see page 4 for
more information). For proper sensor output, the
minimum allowed distance between magnets is 3 in.
(75 mm).
V32
=
+10 to -10 Vdc
+10 to -10 Vdc
A02
=
4 to 20 mA
4 to 20 mA
A12
=
20 to 4 mA
20 to 4 mA
A22
A32
=
=
0 to 20 mA
20 to 0 mA
0 to 20 mA
20 to 0 mA
2 Output channels with 1 magnet (7 digit code) = 13 - 19
(Choose a maximum speed value described below in Table 3 to encode all 7 digits (sensor part number boxes 13 - 19)
Output #1 = Magnet position Output #2 = Speed magnitude
V01 — — — —
=
0 to +10 Vdc
+10 (towards head)
0 (at rest)
+10 (towards tip) Vdc
V11 — — — —
=
+10 to 0 Vdc
+10 (towards head)
0 (at rest)
+10 (towards tip) Vdc
A01 — — — —
=
4 to 20 mA
20 (towards head)
4 (at rest)
20 (towards tip) mA
A11 — — — —
=
20 to 4 mA
20 (towards head)
4 (at rest)
20 (towards tip) mA
Output #1 = magnet position Output #2 = Velocity (speed with direction)
V41 — — — —
=
0 to +10 Vdc
0 (towards head)
5 (at rest)
+10 (towards tip) Vdc
V51 — — — —
=
+10 to 0 Vdc
+10 (towards head)
5 (at rest)
0 (towards tip) Vdc
V61 — — — —
=
0 to +10 Vdc
-10 (towards head)
0 (at rest)
+10 (towards tip) Vdc
V71 — — — —
=
+10 to 0 Vdc
+10 (towards head)
0 (at rest)
-10 (towards tip) Vdc
V81 — — — —
=
-10 to +10 Vdc
-10 (towards head)
0 (at rest)
+10 (towards tip) Vdc
V91 — — — —
=
+10 to -10 Vdc
+10 (towards head)
0 (at rest)
-10 (towards tip) Vdc
A41 — — — —
=
4 to 20 mA
4 (towards head)
12 (at rest)
20 (towards tip) mA
A51 — — — —
=
20 to 4 mA
20 (towards head)
12 (at rest)
4 (towards tip) mA
Output #1 = Magnet position (forward-acting) Output #2 = Magnet position (reverse-acting)
V03
=
0 to +10 Vdc (3 digit code)
+10 to 0 Vdc
TABLE 3. FOR SENSOR MODELS WITH SPEED OUTPUT
(Choose a maximum speed value described below to encode the last 4 digits (sensor part number boxes 16-19)
For US customary stroke lengths, encode speed for in./s.
— — — —
=
Speed output maximum
Available range for US customary stroke lengths is 1.0 to 400.0 in./s, (0010 … 4000)
Example:
Maximum speed of 12.0 in./s, and output produced for velocity = [-10(towards head) … 0(at rest) … +10(towards tip)
Volts]
Encode: V 6 1 0120or V 8 1 0 1 2 0
For metric stroke lengths, encode speed for m/s (range #1) or mm/s (range #2) using the information provided below:
Speed range #1, ( 0
— — .—
)
0 — — . —
=
Speed output maximum
Speed range #1 for metric stroke lengths is 0.1 to 10.0 m/s, (0001 … 0100)
Example:
Maximum speed of 5.5 m/s, and output produced for speed = [+10(towards head) … 0(at rest) … +10(towards tip) Volts],
Encode: V010 0 5 5
Speed range #2, ( 1
— — —
)
1 — — — = Speed output maximum.
Speed range #2 for metric stroke lengths is 25 to 90 mm/s, (1025 … 1090)
Example:
Maximum speed of 50 mm/s, and output produced for velocity = [4(towards head) … 12(at rest) … 20(towards tip)
mA]
Encode: A 4 1 1 0 5 0
Models RP and RH Sensors
Ordering Information
(3 to 7 digit code, defined by the output option selected)

Document Part number:
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