Potentiometric Linear Transducer RC20
Rugged IP60/IP67 displacement sensor with front-guided pushrod, available in three mounting options and measuring lengths from 10 to 300 mm
- For harsh environments - protection up to IP67
- Mounting by ball joint, bracket or flange
- Long life and high accuracy
- Measurement lengths from 10 mm to 300 mm
Effective electrical travel | From 10 to 300 mm in 11 variants |
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Sensor Technology | Potentiometric |
Protection Class | Upt to IP67 |
Mechanical Detection Type | Front side rod without spring return |
Electrical Outlet Type | Round Cable, Connector |
Mounting | Flange, Ball Joints, Mounting Brackets / Assembly Block |
Actuating speed | < 10 m/s (IP60) / ≤ 3..5 m/s (IP67) |
Resolution | Analogue stepless |
Ind. linearity (best) | ±0.05 % … ±0.5 % (dep. on travel) |
Min. operating temperature | -30 °C |
Max. operating temperature | +100 °C |
Supply voltage | Potentiometric |
Electr. output signal | (voltage - potentiometric) |
Minimum overall length | Small (< 15 cm), Medium (15 to 50 cm), Long (> 50 cm) |
RC20 series displacement sensors are used in harsh environment applications requiring a robust linear transducer with long life, high accuracy and a guided push rod with measuring lengths from 10 to 300 mm.
The RC20 series linear potentiometers are designed for applications in harsh environments. For mechanical coupling, the displacement sensors are available in three mounting options: bracket, ball joint or flange. The ball joint version compensates for movement transverse to the pushrod, allowing non-linear movements to be coupled easily and without stress. The mechanical detection of linear movement is done by a front guided push rod.
Potentiometric displacement measurement is provided by a high resolution conductive plastic resistive element. Due to its good linearity, the transducer has a very long life and high accuracy. As the potentiometric measuring principle provides absolute values and requires no electronic conversion, the position feedback signal is true power on without delay, temperature stable and robust against EMC influences.
Customization on the cable (length, connector finish) or on the pushrod (length, thread, flat...) is available on request.