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BTL5-_-M_-J-DEXC-TA12 
Micropulse Linear Position Sensor 
Analog & Digital-Pulse Outputs 
Explosion-Proof Rod Style
The CE Mark verifies that our 
products meet the requirements of 
the current EMC Directive.
In our accredited EMC Laboratory, proof has 
been documented that these Balluff products 
meet the EMC requirements of the following 
product standard:
EN 61326-2-3 
(noise immunity and emission)
Emission tests:
RF Emission
EN 55011
Noise immunity tests:
Static electricity (ESD)
EN 61000-4-2               Severity level 3
Electromagnetic fields (RFI)
EN 61000-4-3               Severity level 3
Fast transients (Burst)
EN 61000-4-4               Severity level 3
Surge
EN 61000-4-5               Severity level 2
Line-induced noise induced by high-
frequency fields
EN 61000-4-6               Severity level 3
Magnetic fields
EN 61000-4-8               Severity level 4
i  Preface - ATEX Directive Instructions ......................................................................... 3-4
1 Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 4
1.1   Scope ............................................................................................................................... 4
1.2   Safety Advisory ................................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Approvals .......................................................................................................................... 5
2  General Information ........................................................................................................ 5
2.1  Functional Description ....................................................................................................... 5
3  Component Overview ..................................................................................................6-7
4  Mechanical Data ............................................................................................................. 8
4.1 Dimensions ....................................................................................................................... 8
4.2   Specifications.................................................................................................................... 9
5 Accessories ................................................................................................................... 10
5.1 Magnets.......................................................................................................................... 10
5.2   Conduit Adapter ............................................................................................................. 10
5.3   Floats .............................................................................................................................. 11
6  Installation Instructions ................................................................................................ 12
6.1  Installation Procedure (mounting bolt 
  specifications, tightening torque, etc.) ............................................................................. 12
6.2  Installation in Hydraulic/Pneumatic Cylinders  .................................................................. 12
6.3  Installing in Zone 0 Locations .......................................................................................... 13
6.4 Wiring ............................................................................................................................. 13
6.5  Using Analog Programming Tool ..................................................................................... 14
6.6  Replacing Electronics Module  ........................................................................................ 14
7  Order Code .................................................................................................................... 15
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