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| Parameter | Specification / Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement principle | Linear variable differential transformer (LVDT) probe with high-temperature extension and remote electronics; optional non-contact optical encoder for selected models |
| Measurement range (axial growth) | Standard modules: 0–25 mm, 0–50 mm, 0–100 mm (custom ranges available upon request) |
| Resolution | 0.001 mm (1 µm) typical with 16-bit signal processing |
| Accuracy | ±0.01 mm (±10 µm) typical over full range; environmental compensation applied for temperature drift |
| Repeatability | ≤ 0.002 mm (2 µm) |
| Response time | < 100 ms (typical update rate 10 Hz); configurable digital filtering |
| Sensor tip / probe temperature rating | Probe tips rated to 600 °C with passive cooling sleeve; standard electronics module ambient rating -40 °C to +85 °C |
| Ambient operating temperature (electronics) | -40 °C to +70 °C (extended -40 °C to +85 °C option) |
| Enclosure / probe materials | 316L stainless steel probe and mounting hardware; electronics enclosure: die-cast aluminium with corrosion-resistant coating |
| Ingress protection | IP66 standard; IP67 and IP68 options for submerged applications |
| Outputs | 4–20 mA analog (loop-powered), 0–10 V, digital: HART 7, Modbus RTU (RS-485), optional EtherNet/IP / Modbus TCP |
| Power supply | 24 VDC nominal (12–36 VDC range) for active electronics; loop-powered 4–20 mA option available |
| Communication options | Modbus RTU, HART, optional Ethernet protocols (Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP) for real-time monitoring and configuration |
| Mounting | Flange-mount, threaded insertion, or magnetic clamp adapters for retrofits; custom brackets for turbine housings |
| Typical enclosure dimensions | Electronics housing ~ 200 × 90 × 70 mm (L×W×H); probe assemblies depend on range (probe length + extension) |
| Weight (typical) | Electronics module ≈ 1.1 kg; probe assembly varies by range (0.3–1.4 kg) |
| Cable / remote electronics distance | Standard cable lengths up to 50 m; fiber-optic or signal conditioning for distances >100 m |
| Vibration & shock tolerance | Designed to IEC 60068 vibration/ shock levels typical for rotating machinery environments (vibration-tested up to 5 g RMS depending on mounting) |
| Calibration interval | Recommended annual verification; extended intervals based on operating history and OEM maintenance program |
| Diagnostics & health monitoring | On-board diagnostics: sensor health, drift detection, temperature compensation, and alarm outputs for out-of-range conditions |
| Safety & compliance | Designed to meet relevant industrial safety standards and available with functional safety options (e.g., SIL capability assessments) and CE marking where applicable |
| Typical applications | Axial thermal growth monitoring on steam and gas turbines, turbo-generators, compressors, high-temperature rotating equipment, and critical rotor clearance management |
| Environmental considerations | High-temperature probe variants, cooling assemblies, and radiation-resistant materials available for severe environments; corrosion-resistant finishes for coastal installations |
| Custom options | Tailored probe lengths, alternative output protocols, explosion-proof housings, and OEM-specific mechanical adaptors |