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Micropulse Linear Position Transducer 
Absolute Quadrature Output 
Rod Style & Profile Style Housings
The CE Mark verifies that our 
products meet the requirements 
of the current EMC Directive 
and the EMC Law. Testing in our EMC 
Laboratory, which is accredited by DATech 
for Testing Electromagnetic Compatibility, 
has confirmed that Balluff products meet 
the EMC requirements of the following  
Generic Standards: 
EN 61326-2-3 (immunity and emission) 
Emission tests: 
RF Emission 
EN 55011  Group 1, Class A 
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 
 
Table of Contents 
Introduction & Approvals ..................................................................2
Electrical Data/Specifications & Wiring .............................................3
Mechanical Dimensions/Installation – Rod Style Housing .................4
Accessories – Rod Style Housing ....................................................5
Mechanical Dimensions/Installation – Profile Style Housing ..............6
Accessories – Profile Style Housing .................................................6
Operating Instructions & Operating Modes ......................................7
Strobe Input Functionality ................................................................8
Speed Constraints ........................................................................... 9
Ordering Information ......................................................................10
Magnetostrictive Technology Overview ..........................................11
 
 
Introduction
The Micropulse Absolute Quadrature Output linear transducer is a magnetostrictive linear displacement 
transducer that provides electrical output signals in ABZ quadrature format.
In addition to providing industry-standard quadrature output signals, the Micropulse Absolute Quadrature 
transducer provides absolute position information through its innovative BURST function.  Upon request 
from the PLC or controller, the transducer sends a burst of pulses equal to absolute position of the marker 
magnet.  This eliminates any need to perform a physical re-homing procedure after a power loss (see p. 8 
for details on using BURST mode). 
The Micropulse Absolute Quadrature transducer is available in two form factors:
The Z rod style is designed for use in hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders.  
The stainless steel pressure tube is rated for 8700 psi, and the mounting 
threads (3/4-16 UNF or M18 x 1.5) allow the Z style to be integrated into 
specially prepared cylinders.  A donut-shaped or slotted magnet, attached 
to the piston face, provides position feedback.  The Z style can also be 
used for external-mount applications.
The P profile style’s rugged extruded aluminum housing makes it a perfect 
choice for external-mount applications.  Either a free-floating magnet or a 
captive, sliding magnet can be used – offering maximum flexibility to meet 
the needs of a wide variety of applications.
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