AX/P Series Analogue Pneumatic Push Probe - Specification

AX/P Series
Axial Cable Outlet (LVDT) AX/1/P AX/1.5/P AX/2.5/P AX5/1/P AX/5/P AX/10/P
Axial Cable Outlet (Half Bridge) AX/1/PH AX/1.5/PH AX/2.5/PH AX5/1/PH AX/5/PH AX/10/PH
Body Diameter 8h6
Measurement Range (mm) ± 1.0 ± 1.5 ± 2.5 ± 1.0 ± 5.0 ± 10.0
Pre-Travel (mm) 0.15
Over Travel (mm) 0.85 8.85 0.85
Accuracy (% of reading or µm, whichever greater) 0.5, 1.0 µm 0.5, 1.5 µm 0.5, 2.5 µm 0.5, 1.0 µm 0.5, 5.0 µm 0.7, 10.0 µm
Repeatability (µm) <0.15
Tip Force (N) at Centre Travel ± 20% 0.8 @ 0.4 bar
2.8 @ 1 bar		 0.8 @ 0.4 bar
2.8 @ 1 bar		 0.85 @ 0.4 bar
2.5 @ 1 bar		 0.7 @ 0.4 bar
2.5 @ 1 bar		 0.7 @ 0.4 bar
2.5 @ 1 bar		 0.7 @ 0.4 bar
2.5 @ 1 bar
Resolution Dependent on electronics
Temperature Coefficient (% FS/°C) 0.01
 
Electrical Interface
LVDT Plugged
Sensitivity1 (mV/V/mm) ± 0.5% 200 133 80 200 40 20
Energising Current (mA/V ± 5%) 1.8 2.0 2.0 1.8 2.0 1.0
LVDT Unplugged
Sensitivity (mV/V/mm) ± 5% 210 150 150 210 105 33
Half Bridge Plugged
Sensitivity1 (mV/V/mm) ± 0.5% 73.5 49.0 29.4 73.5 14.7 7.35
Energising Current (mA/V ± 5%) 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.2 1.2
Half Bridge Unplugged
Sensitivity ± 5% 83 150 150 210 105 33
1Linearity and Sensitivity error combined does not exceed a total of 0.5%.
Environmental
Storage Temperature (°C) -40 to +100
Operating Temperature (°C) +5 to +80
IP Rating IP 65
 
Materials
Case Stainless Steel
Probe Tip Nylon and Tungsten Carbide
Gaiter High Grade Polymer
Cable 2 m PUR
 
 
 

 
 
 

LVDT Sensor | Gauge Probe | Solartron LVDT

 

Solartron Metrology contact gauging probes, LVDT probes or displacement sensors provide the gauge builder with the most cost effective solution for a range of dimensional precision measurement and positioning applications.

A pneumatic LVDT probe (either pneumatic push or vacuum retract) allows the number of parts in the fixture to be reduced resulting in improved reliability and reduced fixture cost. It also allows for fast automatic loading of the part into the gauge as the displacement probe tip can be in the fully ‘retract position’ when this is occurring. Displacement probes such as the AX/5/1 have a mechanical movement of 10 mm with a calibrated range of ±1 mm at the beginning of the movement. The precision bearings inside the linear displacement sensor ensure precise positioning of the gauge probe tip. Attention to detail in both design and manufacture of the displacement sensor ensures precision measurement throughout the linear displacement transducer's life.

Buy your LVDT sensor from Solartron Metrology and be sure that you are getting an LVDT sensor that is a result of 40 years continual improvement from our experienced design engineers, manufactured solely in our dedicated ISO9001 accredited factory in the UK.
 
 
LVDT Gauge Probe | Pneumatic Push AX/P
  •  ± 1, ± 2,5, ± 5, ± 10 mm displacement transducer measuring ranges
  •  Linearity better than 0.5% of precision measurement   
  •  Repeatability precision better than 0.05 µm  
  •  Range of contact sensor tips available
  •  Pneumatic actuation
  •  Standard contact sensor tip force of 0.7N (options available)
  •  IP65 sealing (fully sealed options available)
  •  Inductive sensors with excellent sideload capability
  •  Linear Variable Differential Transformer (LVDT) or Half Bridge options
  •  Displacement sensors available with vacuum retract
 
 

 

Analogue Automatic Probes

 

Pneumatic Probes are ideal for use in automatic gauging applications or for accessing details that would be difficult or impossible to reach using conventional spring push probes. Some materials such as glass or plastic, for example, require very low tip forces to avoid deforming the component and contact tip materials that do not leave mark. Other applications may require higher tip forces.
 
Analogue Gauging Probe APP Thumb
Analogue Gauging Probe AJP thumb

Pneumatic Push Probe Standard - AX/P

Measurement Range (mm): ±1 - ±10
Accuracy (% of reading): 0.5 - 0.7
Tip Force (N): 0.7 - 0.8

 

'J' Type Pneumatic Push Probe - AJ/P

Measurement Range (mm): ±1 - ±10
Accuracy (% of reading): 0.5 - 0.7
Tip Force (N): 0.85 - 1.0
Analogue Gauging Probe ATP Thumb
6mm Diameter Probe

Feather Touch Pneumatic Push Probe - AT/P

Measurement Range (mm): ±1 - ±10
Accuracy (% of reading): 0.5 - 0.7
Tip Force (N): 0.18 @ 0.3 bar

6mm Diameter Probes - D6J2P

Thin Probe Diameter 6mm
Measuring Range (mm) 2
Tip Force (N): 0.07
 

 
 
 

 

 
 
 
Clamping Collet Ø9.5 mm Ø10 mm

805048 (M4 Screw)
806788 (M3 Screw)

 806460-SX (M4 Screw)

Clamping Collet

 

Clamping Collet

 
For use with all 8 mm clamping shaft sensors. The clamping collet distributes the clamping forces evenly around the shaft. Using the supplied grub screw, the probe can be loosened while holding the collet in place.
Finger Lifter

Finger Lifter

The Finger Lifter is used for manual operation of spring push Linear Encoders and prevents heat being transferred to the shaft. Part Number 206678
Replacement Gaiters

replacement gaiters

Gaiters can be replaced when damaged. Only pneumatic push probes require gaiter rings.

Part Numbers:

Spring Push   Part Number Pneumatic Push Part Number
  LE/12/S 209562   LE/12/P 805098
  LE/25/S 205906   LE/25/P 804241
Imperial Adapter Sleeves

Imperial Adapter Sleeves

Adapter Sleeves can be used to increase the body diameter of 8 mm sensors to 9.512 (3/8"). Available in lengths A from 12 to 127 mm.
Imperial Adapter Sleeves
(Split)

Imperial Adapter Sleeves

Split Adapter Sleeves can be used to increase the body diameter of 8 mm sensors to 9.512 (3/8"). Available in lengths A from 12 to 127 mm.
 
 

 

 
 
 

Digital Linear Encoder - Specification

Digital Linear Encoder
  Spring Push Pneumatic Push
IP 50 LE/12/S LE/25/S    
IP 65 LE/12/S LE/25/S LE/12/P LE/25/P
Measurement Range (mm) 12 25 12 25
Mechanical Travel Range (mm) 13 26 13 26
Accuracy (µm) ± 0.4
Repeatability (µm) < 0.1
Resolution (µm) 0.05
Reference Mark Position Approximately 3 mm from end stop
Tip Force (N) ±20%: Up 0.1
Down 0.6
Horizontal 0.5
Temperature Coefficient (µm/ºC) -0.35 to -0.5
Max. Gauge Speed m/s 0.5
 
Mechanical
Mounting (stem diameter)
∅ 8h6

Material: Scale

Quartz Glass
Shaft Hardened Stainless Steel
Gaiter Flouroelastomer (IP65 Only)
∅ Contact Tip Nylon, Tungsten Carbide, Ruby or Silicon Nitride

Cable

 PUR
 
Environmental
Storage Temperature (ºC) -20 to +70
Operating Temperature (ºC) +5 to +60
IP Rating IP50 or IP65 IP65
 
Digital Probe Interface Electronics
Output Serial RS485 signal level
Orbit Network Protocol  
Power (VDC) 5 ± 0.25 @ 0.07 A (includes power for probe)
IP Rating IP43 (IP65 available)
CE Marking Immunity: EN61000-6-2 Emissions: EN61000-6-3
Operating Temperature (ºC) 0° to +60 °C
Measurement Modes Standard, Dynamic, Dynamic 2, Readburst
Reading Rate 3906 readings/s
Materials Nylon and ABS plastic
Cable Length (m) 2.0 (standard, other options available)
Weight (grams) Probe Interface Electronics 52
T-Con with DIN rail adapter fitted 46
 
 

 

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