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High pass / low pass filter options Plastic DIN-rail or aluminum die-cast enclosure To the extent permitted by law Kistler accepts no liability if this instruction manual is not followed or products other than those listed under accessories are used.
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Compliance with the following precautionary measures is vital to ensure safe and reliable operation: Check all equipment packaging for transportation damage. Report any damage to the freight forwarder and to Kistler. The equipment should be used only under the specified operating conditions.
Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A… 3. Product description The differential charge amplifier is suitable for differential ground isolated measuring chains. 3.1 Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A… The differential charge amplifier converts the charge signal of differential piezoelectric sensors into voltage or current. The 18 …...
Product description 3.3 Execution options Differential charge amplifier Type 5181… is the non-Ex version out of the product family 5181/83/85 (non-Ex, Ex-ia, Ex-nA). This product family is highly flexible. The different execution options can be seen in the ordering key. All configurations are pre-set at the factory. Conversion factor The charge amplifier has a selectable range for the conversion factor and contains no reset-function but a...
Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A… 3.4 Version with aluminum die-cast enclosure, Type 5181AA… Several options which can be freely chosen are available for the connections to the charge amplifier. Sensor side: connector or cable gland and terminals Power / output side: connector or cable gland and terminals Type 5181AA…...
Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A… 3.5 Version with DIN-rail enclosure, Type 5181AB… The charge amplifier version with the DIN-Rail enclosure is suitable for high channel count. The enclosure is made of plastic and meets IP30. Fig. 4: Dimensions of differential charge amplifier with DIN-Rail enclosure 3.5.1 Electrical connections Sensor...
fasten the charge amplifier with the two M4 socket cap screws provided 3. Connect the sensor to the charge amplifier. It is recommended to use the Kistler cable Type 1652A__A4 resp. 1652A__A3 which is designed for a sealed connection of the cable to the charge amplifier.
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Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A… Fig. 6: Cable termination Fig. 7: Mounting of cable gland to charge amplifier 4. Connect power / output cable to the charge amplifier. Make sure there is no power on the power / output cable. When selecting the cable make sure the specifications below are met.
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Installation Procedure for charge amplifier execution with connector on power / output side Assemble cable and connector according to wiring diagram in Fig. 5 plug in the power / output cable make sure the connector is securely locked against being pulled out ...
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Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A… Fig. 8: Preparation of cable termination Fig. 9: Assembly of cable gland with cable Fig. 10: Connection of earth Page 22 5181A_002-748e-06.20...
Installation Version with DIN-rail enclosure, Type 5181AB... Step by step procedure 1. Select a suitable location to install the charge amplifier Make sure that the installation location is free of vibration the charge amplifier is not exposed to any adverse effects compromising proper operation ...
Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A… 5. Calibration and repair Calibration For calibrations, the charge amplifier has to be returned to the manufacturer. Repair Defective charge amplifier must be returned to the manufacturer. Page 24 5181A_002-748e-06.20...
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