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AQB Quadrature
Interface
P r o d u c t S p e c i f i c a t i o n s 550646 C
PARAMETER S P E C I F I C AT I O N
m All specifications are subject to change. Please contact MTS for specifications critical to your needs.
* Varies with sensor model
** Does not include mechanical backlash on RP model magnets, style V and S magnets
For additional information, see www.mtssensors.com.
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T E M P O S O N I C S R S E R I E S / A Q B O U T P U T
FUNCTION
Sensor w/AQB - Block Diagram
The diagram, right, illustrates the
function of Temposonics R Series
AQB position sensors with quadrature
output. The position of a magnet
mounted on a machine is precisely
determined by a time-based method
(i.e. magnetostriction). The sensor
displacement output is incremental
and quadrature pulses are only gen-
erated when magnet movement
Generate Quadrature
Position Information
Compare Readings
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T E M P O S O N I C S R S E R I E S / S S I O U T P U T
AQB INTERFACE
Quadrature is a very common means of feedback ducing a "choppy" speed output. tion). The AQB sensor has a multiplier to increase
in industrial control applications. It is most often While similar to encoder outputs, the AQB inter- the width of the zero pulse. Depending on the out-
generated by encoders for both linear and rotary face differs in a number of ways. For example, the put frequency selected the multiplier can adjust the
motion. The signal is a square-wave pulse train R Series AQB sensor resolution and fixed pulse fre- pulse up to 15 times. The AQB sensor has two zero
that is communicated at a TTL level signal (5 Vdc). quency can be independently user-adjusted, giving programming functions. The first function allows
As is typical of quadrature outputs, the AQB inter- this type of sensor a wider range of applicability for the user to simply enter in the desired location.
face provides each output along with its opposite a given stroke range. This capability is not found The second, known as "teach" function, allows the
polarity format (A, A, B, B, Z, Z ) in order to reduce in most encoders. The resolution of the AQB sensor user to establish the zero position by appropriately
the susceptibility to external electrical noise. For can be varied from 50 to 12500 counts/inch (0.02 positioning the magnet and then entering the
encoders, resolution and pulse width are typically to 0.00008 inches/count). The pulse frequency has teach command.
defined by the fixed physical characteristics of its a range of 8 kHz to 1 MHz. For the highest resolu- The burst (also referred to as "send-all") mode
hardware. For example, the number of physical tion setting (0.00008 inches/count), position is a feature where a continuous stream of quadra-
lines per inch etched in a glass scale defines the update times are less than 1.5 msec for stroke ture pulses representing the absolute magnet posi-
resolution or number of pulses transmitted in a lengths up to 100 inches. With the AQB interface, tion are sent to the controller interface. This fea-
defined increment. This is usually represented in magnet speed is not proportional to the quadrature ture should not be confused with position updating.
counts per inch (CPI). As the speed varies in an pulse width, but can be easily computed as a func- It is intended for the controller to reestablish
encoder, the width of the quadrature pulses change tion of counts (position change) per a given time absolute position at critical instances. The burst
accordingly. Slower speeds result in longer pulse interval. An important difference between the AQB mode is often used to avoid the re-homing of the
widths while higher speeds result in shorter pulse interface and encoder outputs it that even the slow- system after a loss of system power. The AQB sensor
widths so that the sensor speed can be computed est speed information will be available at the user can either provide this type of output at power-up
directly. Direction of motion is determined by specified pulse frequency. Therefore, in some appli- after a user specified delay, or at any time ("on
which channel (A or B) leads the other by 90º (1/2 cations, the AQB interface provides a more accessi- demand") during normal operation using a
pulse width). One problem with this approach is ble and accurate output than a typical encoder. switched power input signal. The burst at start-up
that at very low speeds (near zero), the pulse widths The Z (zero) channel is available for referenc- feature can be disabled or programmed with a
will increase significantly so that updating the ing the zero count measurement. It is traditionally delay from immediate to 30 seconds.
speed to the correct value takes longer, thus pro- used for homing, (i.e. relocating a reference posi-
A Channels
A A ,A
B Channels
B B , B
Z Channels
Z Z , Z
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D I M E N S I O N S / T E M P O S O N I C S R H
114 mm
(4.5 in.)
(right).
The illustration above represents a typical installation. Some installation requirements may be application specific.
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D I M E N S I O N S / T E M P O S O N I C S R P
PROFILE-STYLE (Model RP) mination. In addition, Temposonics RP sensors are designed for external
Temposonics RP profile-style position sensors offer modular construction, mounting on machines and can be configured with a variety of connector
flexible mounting configurations, and easy installation. A choice of two options.
magnet mounting configurations are available with the profile housing: NOTE:
captive sliding magnet or floating magnet. Temposonics RP Sensors include two mounting feet (Part No. 400802)
for sensors up to 1250 mm (50 in.). One additional mounting foot is
Temposonics RP sensors are effective in applications where space is an included for every additional 500 mm (20 in.).
issue and in environments where there are high levels of dust and conta-
Style V Magnet
CAPTIVE SLIDING Ball jointed arm,
M5 thread
Null-position 12 mm
(0.47 in.)
18° rotation
MAGNET Captive Sliding Electronics 44 mm
36 mm Magnet Housing (1.73 in.)
(1.42 in.) 28 mm
(1.10 in.)
45 mm Captive Sliding
(1.77 in.) Magnet (Style V)
36 mm Style S Magnet Null-position 12 mm
Ball jointed arm, (0.47 in.)
(1.42 in.) M5 thread
9.1 mm
(0.36 in.)
1.9 mm 35.5 mm 52 mm
(0.075 in.) (1.40 in.) (2.05 in.) Captive Sliding
50 mm (1.97 in.) Magnet
45 mm
2 places (1.77 in.)
68 mm (2.68 in)
Null-position
F L O AT I N G M A G N E T Style M Magnet Floating Magnet
28 mm
(1.10 in.)
Non-magnetic Mounting
Support and Screws
NOTE:
5 mm Cable and mating connector dimensions
35.5 mm
same as shown on page 4.
(1.40 in.)
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W I R I N G
23 mm
(0.9 in.)
MAGNETS
Magnets must be ordered separately with Temposonics Captive Sliding Magnet, Style V Captive Sliding Magnet, Style S
Part No. 252111-1 Part No. 252110-1
RH sensors. The standard ring magnet (Part No.
201542) is suitable for most applications. 37 mm
22 mm (1.46 in.) 35 mm
Magnets are included with the order of Temposonics (0.87 in.) 14 mm (1.38 in.)
14 mm (0.55 in.)
RP sensors. Temposonics RP can be configured with one (0.55 in.) Rotation:
of two magnet configurations: captive sliding magnet or 18° rotation Vertical: ±18°
24 mm Horizontal: 360°
floating magnet. There are two styles of captive sliding 24 mm
Ball jointed arm, (0.95 in.) Ball jointed arm, (0.95 in.)
magnets, and one style of floating magnet. M5 thread M5 thread
9 mm 40 mm 40 mm
(0.35 in.) (1.58 in.) (1.58 in.)
140˚
ID: 13.5 mm (0.53 in.) ID: 14.3 mm (0.56 in.) ID: 13.5 mm (0.53 in.)
Ø 13.5 mm
(0.53 in.)
OD: 32.8 mm (1.29 in.) OD: 31.8 mm (1.25 in.) OD: 25.4 mm (1.0 in.)
Thickness: 7.9 mm (0.312 in.) Thickness: 3.2 mm (0.125 in.) Thickness: 7.9 mm (0.312 in.)
ID: 13.5 mm (0.53 in.) (For use with strokes
OD: 32.8 mm (1.29 in.) ≤ 3050 mm or 120 in.)
Thickness: 7.9 mm (0.312 in.)
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H O W T O O R D E R
R M S 0 1 Q
SENSOR MODEL
When placing an order, build the RH = Hydraulic Rod-Style
RP = Profile-Style
desired model number using the
model number guide (right). A wide HOUSING STYLE
Temposonics RH only (magnet must be ordered separately):
range of Temposonics R Series T= US customary threads, raised-faced hex, and pressure tube
S= US customary threads, flat-faced hex, and pressure tube
Sensor configurations are available N= Metric threads, raised-faced hex, and pressure tube
to meet the demands of your partic- M = Metric threads, flat-faced hex, and pressure tube
B= Sensor cartridge only (No application housing, stroke lengths ≤ 72 in.)
ular application. See below and the Temposonics RP only (magnet included):
M = Floating Magnet, (Open ring: 140°) (Part No. 251416)
next page for how to order exten- S= Captive sliding magnet with joint at top (Part No. 252110-1)
sion cables and accessories. V= Captive sliding magnet with joint at front (Part No. 252111-1)
Note: Standard Z location is 2.0 inches from the flange (standard null, see page 4).
STR0KE LENGTH
U __ __ __ . __ = Inches and tenths (Encode in 0.1 in. increments)
or
M __ __ __ __ = Millimeters (Encode in 5 mm increments)
NOTE:
RH spare pressure housing for stroke lengths 1 to
72 in. (25 to 1825 mm) only.
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H O W T O O R D E R ( c o n t . )
Cable (5 twisted pairs, shielded) 530021 Specify length in feet at time of order
Low-profile Mounting Foot
MS Field-installable Connector 370013 Female, straight exit, mates to MS0 connection type Part No. 400867
CD ROM 550844 Optional software for programming output parameters 0.147 in. dia.
through 4 holes 27.9 mm 2.5 mm (0.10 in.)
(1.1 in.) 2 places
1.9 mm 1.3 mm 9.1 mm
(0.075 in.) (0.05 in.) (0.36 in.)
4 places
6063-T5
42.7 mm (1.68 in) Aluminum
2 places
OPTIONAL EXTENSION RODS 57 mm (2.25 in.)
m SENSORS
G R O U P
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All Temposonics sensors are covered by US patent number 5,545,984 and others. Additional patents are pending.
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