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Accelerometers and Vibration Sensors
News Release from: Measurement Specialties | Subject: Model 4000 accelerometer
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 09 November 2006
Accelerometer cuts the cost of DC output
Measurement Specialties' new Model 4000 accelerometer is an economical signal-conditioned accelerometer with integral temperature compensation.
Measurement Specialties' new Model 4000 accelerometer is an economical signal-conditioned accelerometer with integral temperature compensation Designed to be the lowest cost DC-response accelerometer in its class, the Model 4000 is a true plug and play test and measurement device that will outperform much more expensive models
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 18 Mar 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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Specifically designed for low frequency monitoring in transportation, test, instrumentation and vibration sensing applications, this lightweight device features a +/-2V full-scale output with a +/-2.5V reference that offers end-users a single-ended output or the capability for differential configuration use.
Options are offered for dynamic ranges of +/-2 to +/-200g.
Operating from a 8 to 24V DC power supply, the Model 4000 draws a minimal 5mA of current while operating over a -20 to +85C temperature range.
The screw-mounted, high performance housing endures abuse encountered in rail, off-road, agricultural, industrial, recreational and racing environments.
Epoxy sealing provides ample protection against humidity, and the basic design of the second-generation MEMS sensing technology offers up to 5000g shock protection.
The Model 4000 has a linearity of +/-1% FSO and frequency response from 0-250 to 0-1500Hz.
With sensitivities of 1000 to 10mV/g, this unit will provide reliable data easily integrated into data acquisition or monitoring systems.
Either with the standard integral cable or connector options, measurement professionals will find the Model 4000 easy to install as colour-coded, electrical schema are provided with each unit.
The underlying MEMS technology and the innovative design for this sensor stems from Measurement Specialties' research and vibration design facilities in Fremont and Aliso Viejo, California.
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