Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual Table of contents 1. Introduction ...............................3 1.1 Purpose and use of this manual ..................................3 1.2 Used symbols and warnings ..................................3 2. Safety instructions ...............................3 2.1 Intended use ........................................3 2.2 Forseeable misuse ......................................3 2.3 Installation, commissioning and operation ..............................
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 1. Introduction 2.2 Forseeable misuse Foreseeable misuse Consequence 1.1 Purpose and use of this manual The sensor will not work Wrong sensor connection properly or can be damaged Before starting the operation of Temposonics position sensors read ®...
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 2.3 Installation, commissioning and operation 2.5 Warranty The position sensors must be used only in technically safe condition. MTS Sensors grants a warranty period for the Temposonics posi- ® To maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, installation, tion sensors and supplied accessories relating to material defects and connection and service, work should only be performed by qualified faults that occur despite correct use in accordance with the intended...
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 3. Identification 3.1 Order code Temposonics ® d Connector type a Sensor model 4 M12 male connector (8 pin) B Rod (Note the operating temperature of the connector) b Design 0 M16 male connector (7 pin) GB with threaded flange (Note the operating temperature of the connector) X H01…H10 (1…10 m)
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Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual Output S (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) = Synchronous Serial Interface Data length (box no. 14) 1 25 bit 2 24 bit Output format (box no. 15) B Binary G Gray Resolution (box no. 16) 1 0.005 mm 2 0.01 mm 3 0.05 mm...
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 4.2 Styles and installation of Temposonics GB-J / GB-K / GB-N / GB-S (rod sensor with pressure fit flange) ® GB-N / GB-S, example: With M12 connector Sensor electronics housing Null zone Stroke length Dead zone M12 connector 25…3250...
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Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual Installation of GB with pressure fit flange Hydraulics sealing Mount the sensor via pressure fit flange through the bores in the Seal the flange contact surface via O-ring in the undercut as shown in sensor electronics housing with 6 machine screws M6×16 A2-70 Fig.
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Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual Base unit (Example: M16 connector) 34.5 NOTICE The GB-B is only for replacement. (1.36) Use the GB-B sensor with a rod of the GB-M or GB-T sensor only. Controlling design dimensions are in millimeters and measurements in ( ) are in inches Unless otherwise stated, apply to the general tolerances according to DIN ISO 2768-m Fig.
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual • Note the fastening torque of 50 Nm. 4.4 Magnet installation • Seat the flange contact surface completely on the cylinder mounting surface. Typical use of magnets • The cylinder manufacturer determines the pressure-resistant Magnet Benefits gasket (copper gasket, O-ring, etc.).
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Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual Magnet mounting with magnetic material Active measuring range When using magnetic material the dimensions of Fig. 15 must The technical data of each sensor is checked as well as documented be observed. and the active stroke length (useful electrical stroke) with its start and A.
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 4.5 Change orientation of sensor electronics housing 4.6 Replacement of base unit The orientation of the sensor electronics housing respectively of The base unit of the sensor models GB-M and GB-T is replaceable as the electrical connection of sensor models GB-M and GB-T can be shown in Fig.
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 4.7 Electrical connection Connector wiring Connect the sensor directly to the control system, indicator or other Placement of installation and cabling have decisive influence on the evaluating systems as follows: sensor‘s electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Hence correct installation of this active electronic system and the EMC of the entire system must be ensured by using suitable metal connectors, shielded Signal + power supply...
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 5. Operation Sensor input 91 Ω 7 mA 5.1 Getting started Clock (+) 100 Ω The sensor is factory-set to its order sizes and adjusted, i.e. the dis- 1 nF tance between magnet and flange is specified in resolution steps. 1 nF Example: SSI value 4000 at the start of measuring range 40 mm with 100 Ω...
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Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual Programming kit, part no. 254 590 Step 1: Connect PC programmer The PC programmer is a hardware converter between sensor and Step 2: Install software serial PC interface. It can be used for adjusting sensor parameters via Step 3: Start program computer and the MTS Sensors programming software.
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Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual GB SSI software user interface Device Settings The following parameters can be modified: SSI Settings (Fig. 29) Format: Binary / Gray Data Length: 24 bits / 25 bits Resolution: 5 µm / 10 µm / 20 µm / 50 µm / 100 µm Asynchron: Mode: In asynchronous mode the sensor starts...
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 6. Maintenance and troubleshooting Measurement After clicking the Start Read button the current position of the magnet is shown. Click the Stop Read button to stop the measurement 6.1 Error conditions, troubleshooting (Fig. 31). The View button provides a graphic display of the magnet’s position (Fig.
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 8. Technical data 8.1 Technical data GB-J / GB-K / GB-N / GB-S Output Interface SSI (Synchronous Serial Interface) – Differential signal in SSI standard Data format Binary, gray Programming Programming of set points using optional accessories Measured value Position Measurement parameters...
Temposonics GB-Series SSI ® Operation Manual 8.2 Technical data GB-M / GB-T Output Interface SSI (Synchronous Serial Interface) – Differential signal in SSI standard Data format Binary, gray Programming Programming of set points using optional accessories Measured value Position Measurement parameters Resolution 5 µm minimum Cycle time...
9. Appendix Safety Declaration Dear Customer, If you return one or several sensors for checking or repair, we need you to sign a safety declaration. The purpose of this declaration is to ensure that the returned items do not contain residues of harmful substances and / or that people handling these items will not be in danger. MTS Sensors order number: _______________________________ Sensor type(s): _________________________________________ Serial number(s): ________________________________________...
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