G103 Linear Position Sensor

The intrinsically safe G103 is CSA approved for use in potentially explosive gas/vapour atmospheres. The G103 is designed for a wide range of industrial applications and is ideal for OEMs seeking good sensor performance in situations where a short-bodied sensor is required for operation in hazardous areas. The unit is compact and space-efficient, being responsive along almost its entire length, and like all Positek® sensors provides a linear output proportional to displacement. Each unit is supplied with the output calibrated to the travel required by the customer, from  0-2mm to 0-50mm and with full EMC protection built in.

Overall performance, repeatability and stability are outstanding over a wide temperature range.

The sensor has a rugged stainless steel body and plunger. It is easy to install and set up, mounting options include flange and body clamps. The plunger can be supplied free or captive, with female M4 thread, or spring-loaded with a ball end. The G103 also offers a wide range of mechanical options, environmental sealing is to IP65 or IP67 depending on selected cable or connector options.

Positek intrinsically safe sensors are designed to be used with a galvanically isolated amplifier. Approved galvanic isolation amplifiers (G005) are available from Positek; there is a choice of 0.5-9.5V or 4-20mA transmission outputs.

The sensor can be installed with a cable length up to 1km between the sensor and the amplifier.

 

Description

Positek G103 Short Stroke Linear Position Sensor is intrinsically safe. CSA approved for use in potentially explosive gas/vapour atmospheres. The G103 Short Stroke Linear Position Sensor is designed for a wide range of industrial applications and is ideal for OEMs seeking good sensor performance in situations where a short-bodied sensor is required for operation in hazardous areas. The unit is compact and space-efficient, being responsive along almost its entire length, and like all Positek® sensors provides a linear output proportional to displacement. Each unit is supplied with the output calibrated to the travel required by the customer, from  0-2mm to 0-50mm and with full EMC protection built in.

Overall performance, repeatability and stability are outstanding over a wide temperature range.

The sensor has a rugged stainless steel body and plunger. It is easy to install and set up, mounting options include flange and body clamps. The plunger can be supplied free or captive, with female M4 thread, or spring-loaded with a ball end. The G103 also offers a wide range of mechanical options, environmental sealing is to IP65 or IP67 depending on selected cable or connector options.

All of Positek’s position sensors are manufactured to the highest quality and use our very own patented non-contact technology. This helps to ensure the highest levels of accuracy and reliability, even in the harshest of environments. Every position sensor that Positek manufactures uses their inductive sensor technology to ensure high-precision results, and is fully customisable to meet the unique requirements of your business.

With over 25 years’ experience as a sensor manufacturer and using our onsite production facility, Positek has the flexibility to manufacture and customise any industrial position sensor, including tilt sensors and inclinometers, to any size or specification.

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Positek offers a range of options for its standard sensors. Each sensor is manufactured to suit each customer's preferences. If your requirement is outside the options given below, Positek can modify/ redesign a sensor to suit your specific requirement. Standard options are available as below:

 

Measurement Range

Factory set to any length from 0-2mm to 0-50mm in increments of 1mm. For example, if your application requires 3/4" (19mm) measurement, then Positek will manufacture the sensor specifically for this length. The mechanical length and calibration will be set up for 19mm.

 

 

Connector/Cable Options

Option Option Code
Connector - Hirschmann GD series Axial, IP65 J
Connector - Axial IP67, M12 - 4 pin. Without trim adjustment J+Z600
Connector - Axial IP67, M12 - 4 pin. With trim adjustment J+Z601
Cable with Axial, Gland, IP67 L (3 core cable)
LQ (5 core cable)
Cable with Axial, Short gland, Gland, IP67 M (3 core cable)
MQ (5 core cable)
Cable length - The standard length of cable supplied with a Positek position sensor is 50cm although you can specify any length you require up to a maximum of 15,000cm Specified in cm after the L/LQ or M/MQ e.g. L200 for 200cm cable from axial cable gland

 

Mounting Options

Option Option Code
Front Flange mount N
Body clamps P

 

Plunger Options

Option Option Code
Spring loaded (extended) R
Dome end on plunger T
Non-captive plunger (not with options "R" or "T") V

 

<+/-0.1% FSO Linearity error (≥10mm stroke length) Option Code
Z650

Intrinsic Safety

CSA approval

This sensor is CSA approved to:
Class I, Zone 0
Ex ia IIC T4 (Ta = -40°C to +80°C)
AEx ia IIC T4 (Ta = -40°C to +80°C)
Designates the sensor as belonging to; Class I, Zone 0: suitable for all areas except mining, : can be used in areas with continuous, long or frequent periods of exposure to hazardous gas / vapours. Protection class ia IIC, denotes intrinsically safe for Zones 0, 1 & 2 and IIA, IIB and IIC explosive gases. Temperature class T4: maximum sensor surface temperature under fault conditions 135°C. Ambient temperature range extended to -40°C to +80°C. Approval only applies to the specified ambient temperature range and atmospheric conditions in the range 0.80 to 1.10 Bar, oxygen <=21%.

Galvanic Isolation Amplifier

It is imperative Positek® intrinsically safe sensors be used in conjunction with a galvanic barrier to meet the requirements of the product certification. The Positek G005 Galvanic Isolation Amplifier is purpose made for Positek IS sensors making it the perfect choice. Refer to the G005 datasheet for product specification and output configuration options.

The Positek® G005 Galvanic Isolation Amplifier is available with 0.5 - 9.5V or 4 - 20mA transmission output options or reverse outputs of 9.5 - 0.5 volts or 20 - 4 mA.

 

Dimensions

Body Diameter 35mm
Body Length Calibrated travel:
2mm to 10mm: Standard 65mm; Flange 81.3mm
11mm to 20mm: Standard 75mm; Flange 91.3mm
21mm to 30mm: Standard 85mm; Flange 101.3mm
31mm to 50mm: Standard 105mm; Flange 121.3mm
Push Rod Outside Diameter 6mm
Travel Any stroke from 0-2mm to 0-50mm (e.g. 35mm)
Independent Linearity <±0.25% at 20°C 
<±0.1% available on request
Temperature Coefficient <±0.01%/°C Gain & <±0.01%FS/°C Offset 
Resolution Infinite
Noise

<0.02% FSO

Frequency Response

>10KHz (-3dB)

 

Temperature Limits

Operating -40 to +80°C
Storage -40 to +125°C

 

Other

EMC Susceptibility EN 61000-6-2
EMC Radiated EN 61000-6-3
Vibration IEC 68-2-6: 10g
Shock IEC 68-2-29: 40g
MTBF 350,000 hrs 40°C Gf
Sealing IP65/IP67 (connector) / IP67 (cable)
Electrical Connections Screened cable or integral conductor

DATA SHEET

BODY CLAMPS