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Data Sheet - Model 180-0803 Analog-Output Subminiature Position Transducer with Extended Range

Analog-Output Subminiature Position Transducer with Extended Range

Key Features

  1. 10.0-inch (254-mm) Maximum Travel
  2. Analog Signal Using Precision Hybrid Potentiometer
  3. AccuTrakTM Threaded Drum for Enhanced Repeatability
  4. Bearing-Mounted Rotating Components
  5. Optional Flexible Mounting Base
  6. DirectConnectTM Sensor-To-Drum Technology = Zero Backlash, No Torsion Springs or Clutches

Potentiometer Specifications

Potentiometer Type 3-turn, precision, hybrid
Resistance: Value, Tolerance 5K ohms, ±5%
Travel: Electrical, Mechanical 1080°, 1080° +10° -0°
Mechanical Life 5 million shaft revolutions min
Output Signal analog signal from 0 to supply voltage (voltage divider circuit)
Power Rating 1.5 W at 122° F (50° C)
Supply Current 12 mA max
Supply Voltage 35 VDC (using voltage divider circuit) max
Independent Linearity Error ±0.5% max per VRCI-P-100A
Output Smoothness 0.5% max
Insulation Resistance 1000 Mohms at 500 VDC min
Dielectric Strength 1000 VDC min
Resolution infinite signal
Operating Temperature -67° to 257° F (-55° to +125° C)
Shock 100 g for 6 ms
Vibration 10 to 2000 Hz at 15 g per Mil-R-39023
Temperature Coefficient ±0.007%/°C max

Other Specifications

Case Materials precision-machined anodized 2024 aluminum
Displacement Cable 0.018-inch (0.46-mm) dia., 7-by-7 stranded stainless steel, 40-lb (177-N) min breaking strength
Displacement
Cable Hardware
1 each of 300196 loop sleeve, 300292 copper sleeve, 300688 ball-end plug, 300495 pull ring, 160026 brass swivel, and 301003 nickel swivel; all items provided uncrimped
Electrical Connections Three solder terminals. Electrical cable and connectors options available.
Nominal Mass 2 oz (57 g)
Displacement Cable Tension and max Cable Acceleration (Nominal)
3 oz. 0.8 N min  
14 oz. 3.9 N max 9 g's max
Environmental Protection NEMA 3S / IP 54, DO-160D (ED-14D) Env. Cat. E1E1ABSHXFDXSAXXXXXXXXXX

Model Numbers and Ordering Codes

180-0803-ab position transducer (10.00-inch (254-mm) range)
Example: 180-0803-LN (left-hand displacement cable pull, no base)

Variable Value Description
a L left-hand displacement cable pull
R right-hand displacement cable pull
b N no base
C base: L; pn 173015

Drawing

Electrical Connection for Increasing Output with Displacement Cable Extraction
Left-Hand Pull
CCW
S
CW
Right-Hand Pull
CW
S
CCW
Signal
input, V+
output, signal, S+
ground, common, V-, S-

For crimping of hardware to displacement cable, consider the 160001-01 installation kit.

Need something not shown? Complete a Custom Solution Request.

All dimensions are REFERENCE and are in inches [mm] • Document number: S021L(040129)


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