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Sensors Division
Temposonics
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II
Linear Displacement Transducer
Installation and Instruction Manual for
DIGITAL SYSTEMS
P/N 550033 Rev. F
Part No. 550033 Rev. E

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MTS Systems Temposonics II LDT Specifications

General IconGeneral
TechnologyMagnetostrictive
Protection ClassIP67
Rod MaterialStainless Steel
Output SignalAnalog
Linearity±0.02% of full scale
Operating Temperature-40°C to +85°C
Housing MaterialAluminum
Electrical ConnectionConnector or Cable
CategoryLinear Displacement Transducer

Summary

Introduction to Temposonics II LDT

Theory of Operation and Magnetostriction

Explains the magnetostriction principle for position sensing using pulses.

Temposonics II LDT Specifications

Lists key technical parameters and their specific values for the Temposonics II LDT.

Specifications for LDTs Over 180 Inches

Details specifications specifically for Temposonics II transducers with stroke lengths exceeding 180 inches.

Temposonics II LDT Installation

Types of Transducer Supports

Discusses loop, channel, and guide pipe supports for maintaining proper alignment during installation.

Open Magnets

Explains the requirement to keep the magnet within the active zone for proper operation.

Spring Loading and Tensioning

Describes methods for applying spring load or tension to the transducer rod.

Cylinder Installation

Illustrates a typical cylinder installation, detailing key components and clearances.

Installing Magnets

Presents standard magnet types, their dimensions, and recommended applications.

Grounding

Digital System Configurations

Specifications of Digital System Components

Lists specifications for digital system components like the Counter Card and DPM.

Digital Personality Module (DPM)

Explains the function, installation, and operation modes of the DPM.

RS422 Personality Module (RPM)

Details the RPM for providing an RS422 start/stop output signal.

Digital Counter Card

Explains the function and operation of the digital counter card in the system.

Digital System Adjustments

Electronic Connections

General

Illustrates the interconnections of a typical digital system with DPM and Counter Card.

Transducer Connections

Identifies cable leads and pin assignments for various transducer configurations.

Digital Counter Card Connections

Details the connections required for the digital counter card.

Counter Cards - Natural Binary Output

Explains the natural binary output format and bit configurations for the counter card.

Counter Cards - BCD Output

Describes the Binary Coded Decimal (BCD) output format and its representations.

System Calibration

Covers system calibration procedures, focusing on zero adjustment and scaling.

Appendix A: How to Specify Systems with Digital Outputs

General

Outlines the initial steps for specifying and ordering transducers with digital output.

Natural Binary Output Selection

Guides system sizing for natural binary output using standard or special clock frequencies.

BCD Output Selection

Explains how to select and configure BCD output, including standard and non-standard resolutions.

Appendix B: DPM Programming Procedure (Asynchronous Mode)

Setting Number of Recirculations

Explains how to set the number of recirculations using switches on the DPM.

Setting Update Time (Internal Interrogation)

Describes how to set the update time for internal interrogation using the SW3 switch.

Appendix C: Modifications to the Digital Interface Box

Modifying the Polarity of the Interrogation Pulse

Details procedures for changing interrogation pulse polarity on the Digital Interface Box.

Changing Recirculations

Explains how to change the number of recirculations on the Digital Interface Box.

Changing Polarity of Interrogation Signal

Describes polarity changes for connecting transducers to the Digital Interface Box.

Appendix D: Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting

Lists common causes of erratic or unchanging output signals and diagnostic equipment.

Power Supply Check

Details procedures for checking power supply voltages and connections at the interface box.

Temposonics II Digital System Signals

Illustrates typical digital system signal waveforms for diagnostics.

Wiring Check

Provides instructions for tracing and verifying all wiring connections within the system.

Counter Card Digital Output Test Procedure

Explains how to test the counter card output using LEDs for proper functionality.

Digital Interface Box (DIB) Troubleshooting

Provides troubleshooting steps for the Digital Interface Box (DIB) including signal checks.