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Linear Type (Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) RD7 Series

Linear Type (Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) RD7 Series

Linear Type (Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) RD7 Series

Product catalog summary
Overview: The document provides detailed specifications and guidelines for resistive position sensors, specifically designed for detecting the angle of vehicle headlights. These sensors are characterized by high accuracy and a space-saving design.
Product Line: The RD7 series is highlighted for its exclusive use in vehicle headlight angle detection. Various specifications are available depending on application needs, and consultation is recommended when placing orders.
Typical Specifications:
  • Rated Voltage: 12V DC
  • Operating Life: 100,000 cycles
  • Operating Temperature Range: -40℃ to +105℃
  • Mounting Methods: Vertical and Horizontal
  • Total Resistance: Varies by model
Packaging Specifications: Sensors are packed in trays with different quantities for domestic and export markets.
Linearity Regulation: Linearity is regulated by applying rated voltage between terminals and measuring output at specified positions. Deviation from the ideal straight line is expressed as a percentage.
Measurement and Test Methods: The document outlines methods for measuring total resistance and rated voltage, with specific equations provided for calculations.
Soldering Conditions: Detailed conditions for manual, reflow, and dip soldering are provided, including temperature and time specifications. Recommendations for solder type and application frequency are also included.
Environmental Performance: The sensors are tested under various conditions such as cold, dry heat, and damp heat to ensure reliability.
Notes: The RD7 series is specifically used for vehicle headlight angle detection, and all products in the series are applicable for automotive use.
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Linear Type (Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) RD7 Series-1

Linear Type(Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) Exclusive for headlight angle detection with high accuracy and space-saving design ■ Typical Specifications Items Rated Voltage Operating life Total resistance Operating temperature range  Product Line Minimum order unit(pcs.) Mounting method Vertical type Horizontal type Horizontal type Resistive Position Sensors Note For linearity, various specifications will be available, depending on the applications. Please consult with us when placing your orders. Packing Specifications Tray Number of packages(pcs.) Mounting method 1 case /export packing Export package measurements(mm) Refer to P.477 for product specificati

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Linear Type (Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) RD7 Series-2

Linear Type(Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights)  Dimensions Photo Circuit diagram Circuit diagram Resistive Position Sensors Mounting face Circuit diagram Circuit diagra

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Linear Type (Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) RD7 Series-3

Resistive Position Sensors / Product Specifications  Method for Regulating the Linearity Model RDC80 Model RDC10 / RD7 With rated voltage applied between terminals 1 and 3, the straight line which connects the measured output values VB and VA at specified reference positions B and A is assumed to be an ideal straight line, so that deviation against the ideal straight line when the voltage applied between terminals 1 and 3 is assumed to be 100% can be expressed as a percentage. 1. Reference taper:100%/A 2. Index point is 50% output point(RDC50/RDC90/RDCC0) The center is in the configuration diagram...

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Linear Type (Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) RD7 Series-4

Linear Type Effective electrical angle(° ) Linearity guarantee range(° ) Operating temperature range Life cycle (availability) Mechanical performance Operating force Rotational torque Total resistance tolerance Cold Environmental performance Electrical performance Resistive Position Sensors Operating life Damp heat Terminal style Page Resistive Position Sensors Measurement and Test Methods・ ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 477 Resistive Position Sensors Soldering Conditions・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・

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Linear Type (Exclusively Used to Detect the Angle of Vehicle Head Lights) RD7 Series-5

Resistive Position Sensors / Soldering Conditions Reference for Manual Soldering Series Soldering time Reference for Dip Soldering Preheating Soldering surface temperature Soldering time Heating time Soldering temperature Example of Reflow Soldering Condition Cleaning Cleaning should not be attempted. Type of solder to be used Use cream solder that contains 10 to 15 %wt flux. Number of solder applications - apply solder only once Recommended reflow conditions Resistive Position Sensors Room temperature Notes 1. When using an infrared reflow oven, solder may not always be applied as intended....

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