HONEYWELL SPS-A100D-VAMS

DESCRIPTION
The SMART Position Sensor is one of the most durable,
adaptable, and lightweight linear position sensors available in
the industry, enabling highly accurate motion control and
improving operation efficiency and safety. Its simple, noncontact design eliminates mechanical failure mechanisms,
reducing wear and tear, improving reliability and durability, and
minimizing downtime.
The SMART Position Sensor is a non-contacting sensing
solution for absolute position sensing with enhanced accuracy.
It senses the position of a magnet relative to the sensor in one
of two available sensing ranges:
0 to 100
0 to 180
Why is the SMART Position Sensor smart? SMART means
that this is a sensor that can essentially think for itself. SMART
Position Sensors provide a self-diagnostics feature and data
gathering for enhanced reliability and closed-loop feedback
control.
They use a patented combination of an ASIC (ApplicationSpecific Integrated Circuit) and an array of MR
(magnetoresistive) sensors to accurately and reliably
determine the position of a magnet attached to a moving object
so that the object’s position can be determined or controlled.
The MR array measures the output of the MR sensors
mounted along the magnet’s direction of travel. The output and
the MR sensor sequence determine the nearest pair of MR
sensors to the center of the magnet location. The output of
these two MR sensors is then used to determine the position of
the magnet between them.
With this sensor, Honeywell has utilized MR technology
through the ASIC at a level never before accomplished.
Other configurations are in development.
VALUE PROPOSITIONS ( = competitive differentiator)
 Reliable, durable: Non-contact design reduces wear and
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tear, improving reliability and durability, minimizing
downtime
Easy to install: Installation takes 4 steps (1: position
device; 2: drill holes 3: mount sensor; 4: locate
magnet/connect sensor) vs. up to 14 steps some
competitive products require, simplifying installation and
reducing set-up costs
Rugged: As there are no moving parts within sensor,
Honeywell utilizes unique packaging materials that make it
resistant to vibration, shock, and extreme temperatures
Flexible: Air gap tolerance of 7,8 ±2,5 mm [0.307
±0.098 in] (100°) and 8,5 ±2,5 mm [0.338 ±0.098 in]
(180°) between sensor and magnet expands application
use
Cost effective: Adaptable, non-contacting design allows
customers to eliminate unnecessary connections for
installation, thereby reducing installation steps/time and
components
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Accurate: 100° configuration accurately measures values
down to 0.06°while the 180° configuration accurately
measures values down to 0.11°
Adaptable: Electronics on board allow for flexible
packaging and component compatibility with existing
systems
Lightweight: Lighter in weight than optical encoders
Self-diagnostics feature can reduce equipment
downtime by providing predictive maintenance input
Combined patented MR sensor and ASIC technology
provides enhanced differentiation and performance
IP67, IP69K sealing allow use in many harsh applications
RoHS-compliant materials meet Directive 2002/95/EC
Military
Remote weapon systems elevation
Transportation
Aerial work lift platform, front end loader and
Chassis suspension systems position height
digger/excavator boom position
Military vehicle door position
Scissor lift position
Refuse truck lift and automatic reach arm position
Mobile crane steering
Aerospace:
Ground-based solar panels elevation and azimuth
Ground-based satellite dish elevation and azimuth
Timber harvester/processor equipment cutter arm angle
On-board loader weighing system position
Medical:
Robotically-assisted surgery equipment position
Industrial
Patient bed elevation
Telescoping conveyor elevation
Power generation contact angle
Rail-road crossing arms position
For more information on these potential applications, please
see the application note “SMART Position Sensor, 100 and
180 Arc Configurations”.
Table 1. Specifications
Characteristic
Sensing range
Resolution
Supply voltage
Output
Supply current
Linearity
Reverse polarity
Sensitivity
Measurement frequency
Termination
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Air gap
Sealing
Shock
Vibration
Housing material
Approvals
Mounting:
screws
recommended torque
Material
Strength
Component
sensor
only
sensor
and
magnet
actuator
magnet
actuator
only
Parameter
100 Arc
180 Arc
SPS-A100D-HAMS SPS-A100D-VAMS SPS-A180D-HAMS SPS-A180D-VAMS
0 to 100
0 to 180
0.06
0.11
6 Vdc to 24 Vdc
18 Vdc to 40 Vdc
6 Vdc to 24 Vdc
18 Vdc to 40 Vdc
0.5 Vdc to 4.5 Vdc (10% to 90% of 5 Vdc)
45 mA max.
±0.4% full scale output
26.4 Vdc
40 Vdc
26.4 Vdc
40 Vdc
40 mV/ ±4% FS
22.22 mV/ ±4% FS
312 Hz typ.
4-pin, M12 connector
-40 °C to 85 °C [-40 °F to 185 °F]
-40 °C to 150 °C [-40 °F to 302 °F]
7,8 ±2,5 mm [0.307 ±0.098 in]
8,58 ±2,5 mm [0.338 ±0.098 in]
IP67, IP69K
50 G half sine wave with 11 ms duration
20 G from 10 Hz to 2000 Hz
thermoplastic
CE
M6 or 1/4-20
6 N m to 8 N m [53.1 in lb to 70.8 in lb]
neodymium
10,000 Gauss
Notes:
Tolerance applies for full sense range.
Device used to read analog output must have input impedance greater than 1 MOhm.
The output voltage outside of the valid measurement range will be indeterminate.
Percent linearity is the quotient of the measured output deviation from the best fit line at the
measured temperature to the full scale output span.
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NOTICE
Ferrous metal within a 100 mm [3.9 in]
radius of the magnet may affect sensor
performance.
Figure 1. Dimensional Drawings (For reference only: mm)
SPS-A100D-HAMS, SPS-A100D-VAMS
SPS-A180D-HAMS, SPS-A180D-VAMS
A = Cable direction for right angle connector
Figure 2. Pinout
Figure 3. Sensor Output Performance Chart Showing Ideal Outputs (Applies to all
catalog listings.)
REF POINT "C”
REF POINT "B"
LINEARITY ±0.4% OF
FULL SCALE SPA
4.75
4.5
Pin 1 = supply voltage (+)
Pin 2 = output
Pin 3 = ground (-)
Pin 4 = inverted output
Note: Only Pin 2 or Pin 4 may be
connected at a time.
Output Voltage (V)
4.0
PIN 2
NOMINAL SIGNAL OUTPUT CURVE
(THROUGH REFERENCE POINTS
"A" AND "B")
3.0
2.0
PIN 4
NOMINAL SIGNAL OUTPUT CURVE
(THROUGH REFERENCE POINTS
"C" AND "D")
1.0
LINEARITY ±0.4% OF
FULL SCALE SPA
0.5
0.25
0
REF POINT "A"
0
0
Measurement (°)
Angle
100
180
REF POINT "D"
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Order Guide
Catalog Listing
SPS-A100D-HAMS
SPS-A100D-VAMS
SPS-A180D-HAMS
SPS-A180D-VAMS
Description
SMART Position Sensor, 100 arc configuration, 0 to 100 sensing range, 6 Vdc to 24 Vdc supply
voltage, 0.5 Vdc to 4.5 Vdc analog output, magnet actuator included
SMART Position Sensor, 100 arc configuration, 0 to 100 sensing range, 18 Vdc to 40 Vdc supply
voltage, 0.5 Vdc to 4.5 Vdc, analog output, magnet actuator included
SMART Position Sensor, 180 arc configuration, 0 to 180 sensing range, 6 Vdc to 24 Vdc supply
voltage, 0.5 Vdc to 4.5 Vdc, analog output, magnet actuator included
SMART Position Sensor, 180 arc configuration, 0 to 180 sensing range, 18 Vdc to 40 Vdc supply
voltage, 0.5 Vdc to 4.5 Vdc, analog output, magnet actuator included
WARRANTY/REMEDY
Honeywell warrants goods of its manufacture as being free of
defective materials and faulty workmanship. Honeywell’s
standard product warranty applies unless agreed to otherwise
by Honeywell in writing; please refer to your order
acknowledgement or consult your local sales office for specific
warranty details. If warranted goods are returned to Honeywell
during the period of coverage, Honeywell will repair or replace,
at its option, without charge those items it finds defective. The
foregoing is buyer’s sole remedy and is in lieu of all other
warranties, expressed or implied, including those of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. In no
event shall Honeywell be liable for consequential, special,
or indirect damages.
While we provide application assistance personally, through
our literature and the Honeywell web site, it is up to the
customer to determine the suitability of the product in the
application.
Specifications may change without notice. The information we
supply is believed to be accurate and reliable as of this
printing. However, we assume no responsibility for its use.
Sensing and Control
Honeywell
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March 2011
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