Technical description and user guide for Balluff Micropulse linear transducers with absolute quadrature outputs in rod and profile styles.
This document serves as a technical description and user's guide for the Balluff Micropulse Linear Transducer featuring Absolute Quadrature Outputs. It covers two form factors: the Z rod style designed for hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, and the P profile style suitable for external-mount applications. The transducer utilizes magnetostrictive technology to provide electrical output signals in ABZ quadrature format, including an innovative BURST function for absolute position information without re-homing after power loss.
| Output Signal | RS422-level A & B Quadrature with Z marker pulse |
|---|---|
| Fixed Pulse Frequency | 833 kHz (3.33 MHz quadrature) |
| Supply Voltage | + 24 Vdc (+/- 20%) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85° C |
| Protection Class | IP67 |
| Shock Rating | 100 g/6 ms per IEC 60068-2-27 |
The transducer sends a burst of pulses equal to the absolute position of the marker magnet upon request, eliminating the need for a physical re-homing procedure after a power loss.
For stroke lengths greater than 2500 mm, the allowable update rate is 4 ms.