Overview
The Penny+Giles UCM is a low-powered Universal Conditioning Module designed for use with various LVDTs, RVDTs, and other analogue inductive transducers. It offers flexible setup options, including user adjustments for excitation voltage and frequency, operating mode, span output, and zero position. The module supports multiple unit synchronization.

Specifications

• Power Requirement: Operates on an unregulated 10-30Vdc supply with a current requirement of less than 10mA.
• Output Options: Provides a 0.5 to 4.5Vdc analogue signal output, with additional options for different voltage ranges, current output, or digital PWM output via plug-in module cards.
• Environmental Protection: Housed in a rugged die-cast aluminium alloy with IP68 protection, suitable for harsh conditions and submersion up to 2m.
• EMC Immunity: Tested to EN 61000-4-2 standards with immunity to 100V/m.

Installation
The UCM is designed for bulkhead mounting using M5 screws. Connections are made through IP68 rated cable glands, accommodating cable diameters between 3 and 8mm. Screw terminal blocks are used for electrical connections.

Quality Assurance
Penny+Giles is accredited to BS EN ISO9001:2000, ensuring product reliability from design to dispatch. The UCM complies with the ROHS Directive 2002/95/EC and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

User Adjustments
The module allows for various user-enabled features, including:

• Transducer excitation voltage and frequency selection.
• Ratiometric or Differential mode selection.
• Master/Slave synchronization.
• Extended voltage range and optional current or PWM output via plug-in cards.
• Zero and Gain adjustments for transducer output setup.

Performance
The UCM undergoes exhaustive qualification testing to ensure performance specifications are met. It supports various transducer configurations and offers a range of output adjustments.

Environmental and Mechanical Specifications

• Operational Temperature: -40 to +85°C.
• Storage Temperature: -40 to +100°C.
• Weight: 320g maximum.
• Enclosure: Powder-coated aluminium alloy.

Output Options
The UCM supports multiple output configurations, including:

• Voltage outputs ranging from 0.5-4.5Vdc to ±10Vdc.
• Current output of 4-20mA.
• PWM output with user-selectable frequencies.

Availability and Ordering
The UCM module is normally available from stock, with additional accessories such as VM, CM, and PWM cards available for order separately.

Contact Information
Penny+Giles provides contact details for their offices in the UK, USA, and Germany for sales and support inquiries.