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Single Axis, Narrow Angle, Low Current, Electrolytic Tilt Sensor

Single Axis, Narrow Angle, Low Current, Electrolytic Tilt Sensor

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Overview: The document is a technical data sheet for the 0711-0763-99 Sensor, which is designed for high accuracy in small angle measurements and excellent null repeatability. It is suitable for various applications including construction laser instruments, aircraft avionics, geophysical monitoring, machine tool leveling, and medical positioning.
Operating Specifications:
  • Operating Range: Maximum of 1
  • Linear Range: ±5 arc minutes
  • Null Voltage: ≤0.005 Volts
  • Null Current: Maximum 0.5 mA (continuous)
  • Null Impedance: Nominal 21K Ohms at 25°C
  • Null Repeatability: Less than 3 arc seconds
  • Resolution: Less than 1 arc second
  • Symmetry: Typically less than 20%
  • Operating Temperature: -20°C to +50°C
  • Storage Temperature: -50°C to +100°C
  • Time Constant: Less than 500 msec
  • Materials: Non-magnetic
  • Temperature Coefficient at Null: ±0.5 arc seconds/°C
Physical Dimensions:
  • Vial Length: 1.25” (31.7mm)
  • Vial Diameter: 0.281” (7.1mm)
  • Lead Length: 0.125” (3.1mm)
Construction and Materials: The sensor features hermetic glass to metal construction and solid platinum electrodes, ensuring long operating life and stable characteristics.
Test Circuitry: Tests were conducted using an AC signal of 400 Hz at +25°C. The output readings are taken between the center electrode and the center of balanced resistors R1 and R2. It is crucial to ensure that all test and operating circuits are free of direct current to prevent damage or instability.
Figures and Graphs:
  • Figure 1: Output Sensitivity vs. Tilt Angle (arc minutes)
  • Figure 2: Impedance vs. Temperature (degrees C)
Key Recommendations:
  • Ensure test and operating circuits are free of direct current.
  • Adjust impedance and viscosity of the electrolyte to meet specific requirements and reduce vibration.
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Single Axis, Narrow Angle, Low Current, Electrolytic Tilt Sensor-1

DATA SHEET Operating Specifications Description The 0711-0763-99 Sensor has been used successfully in applications that demand a high accuracy for small angle ranges and excellent null repeatability. The sensor offers excellent stability over time and wide range of temperatures. The hermetic glass to metal construction and solid platinum (platinized) electrodes guarantee a long operating life and stable operating characteristics. Angle Range Resolution Null Repeat Applications Include » » » » » Construction Laser Instruments and Transits Aircraft Avionics Geophysical Monitoring Machine Tool Leveling Medical Positioning and Monitoring Physical Dimensions Vial length Vial diameter Lead length 1 Operating Range (max.) Linear Range ± 5 arc minute Null Voltage ≤0.005 Volts Null Current(max.) 0.5 mA (continuous) Null Impedance (nom)1 21K Ohms (25°C) (measured left to right electrode)see fig. 2 Null Repeatability < 3 arc seconds Resolution < 1 arc second Symmetry (typ) < 20 % -20 C to +50 C Operating Temperature -50 C to +100 C Storage Temperature Time Constant (1) 2 < 500 msec Materials non-magnetic ± 0.5 arc seconds / C Temperature coefficient at null (when properly mounted) 1 Impedance of the electrolyte may be changed to limit null current Viscosity of the electrolyte may be modified to meet individual requirements to reduce vibration OUTPUT SENSITIVITY Figure 1 100 Sensor Test Circuitry PERCENT OUTPUT Tests were conducted by exciting the left and right electrodes with an AC signal of 400 Hz and an rms voltage to produce the maximum current at null as per operating specifications. Output readings are taken between the center electrode and the center of the balanced resistors R1 and R2. Tests were conducted at a temperature of +25 C. See sensor test circuitry in figure 3. Output curve is shown in figure 1. Descrition of Test Values AC input voltage = Null Current (max) times Null Impedance (nom) R1 =R2 = ½ Null Impedance (nom) Caution!-Ensure that all test and operating circuits are entirely free of direct current. Direct current will cause level damage and/or instability. -30 -15 0 15 TILT ANGLE (arc minutes) IMPEDANCE / TEMPERATURE Figure 2 Eout = Angle of tilt from null (Direction of tilt determined by phase of Eout) The Fredericks Company l 2400 Philmont Ave ● HuntingdonValley, PA 19006-0067 Tel: 215.947.2500 l Fax: 215.947.7464 l Email: [email protected] l www.frederickscom.com 0711-0763-99data sheet Revision: A

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