Accelerometer ACH-01 Piezoelectric Accelerometer Wide Bandwidth; AC Coupled Ultra Low Power High G Ranges The ACH-01 is an inexpensive, general purpose accelerometer with outstanding performance characteristics. The use of piezoelectric polymer film in the ACH-01 provides many cost/performance advantages that allow it to be used in a wide range of applications where the use of traditional accelerometer technology is impractical. It is specifically designed for high volume applications which require the permanent installation of an accelerometer. dimensions FEATURES • • • • • • • • • • • Wide Frequency Response Excellent Phase Response Small Temperature Dependence Wide Supply Voltage Range Excellent Linearity Very High Resonant Frequency Wide Dynamic Range Low Transverse Sensitivity Wide Temperature Range Low Impedance Output Ultra Low Power APPLICATIONS • • • • • ACH 01 Rev 1 Machine Health Monitoring Model Analysis Automotive Sensors Appliances Feedback Control Systems www.meas-spec.com 1 of 4 10/07/2008 Accelerometer ACH-01 dimensions wiring(con’t) performance specifications Symbol Min Typ Max Units Mo 7 9 11 mV/g Lower Frequency Limit (1) fl -- 2 5 Hz Upper Frequency Limit(1) fu 10 20 -- kHz ---- 130 20 6 ---- µ g/ Hz PERFORMANCE (T=25Ε ΕC) Sensitivity Equivalent Noise Floor 10Hz 100Hz 1kHz Dynamic Range -- ∀150 -- -- g Linearity -- -- 0.1 1.0 % Transverse Sensitivity Mt -- 2.0 5 % Resonant Frequency fo -- 35 -- kHz Phase Deviation (∀5Ε Limit)(6) θ 10 -- 10 kHz Drain Voltage (6) V+ 3 -- 40 Volts Supply Current (6) ldss 30 -- 90 µA Output Impedance (6) -- -- 20 -- kΩ ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS Operating Temperature (2) To -40 -- 85 ΕC Storage Temperature Ts -40 -- 85 ΕC Maximum Shock Level Am 1000 -- -- g Base Strain Sensitivity (3) -- -- 0.3 -- g/µε Transient Temp Sensitivity (4) -- -- 0.35 -- g/ΕC W -- 8 -- grams PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Weight (5) Cable (1) ∀3 dB limit (3) @ 250µε in base plane (5) Includes 40" cable and connector (2) ∀2 dB from nominal Mo at 1kHz (4) @ 3Hz LLF (6) Typical Value ACH 01 Rev 1 www.meas-spec.com 2 of 4 10/07/2008 Accelerometer ACH-01 Performance mounting requirements Specifications Mounting methods play a critical role in determining the overall performance of any accelerometer. The ACH-01 is no exception. An improperly mounted accelerometer can give erroneous results. We recommend using an Adhesive Mounting Method. The surface should be flat. The area where the ACH-01 is to be mounted should be thoroughly cleaned to remove any dirt or oil present on the surface. Use a quick setting, viscous methyl cyanoacrylate adhesive such as Loctite's Black MaxJ or any epoxy such as Devcon's 5-Minute epoxy. Apply the adhesive sparingly to one surface following the manufacturer's directions. Apply pressure and allow the adhesive to set. Soft adhesives, such as double-sided tape or pressure sensitive adhesives, should not be used since they can adversely affect the ACH-01's performance. Cable should be adhered to the surface. There is an interface amplifier available to simplify connection to the ACH-01, the IBACH-01. Please see the appropiate data sheet. In an effort to keep the product cost low, the ACH-01 uses a ceramic substrate as the mounting base. Because of this, the ACH-01 is susceptible to base strain and temperature transient effects. A mechanically rigid and thermally non-conductive mounting surface is highly recommended to limit these effects. MEAS application engineers are available to recommend various mounting arrangements for your specific application. ACH 01 Rev 1 www.meas-spec.com 3 of 4 10/07/2008 Accelerometer ACH-01 Performance electrical interface Specifications circuits The accelerometer ACH-01 accommodates various electrical interface circuits. A typical example is provided in the following figure. The ACH-01 equivalent electrical schematic is also shown. The information in this sheet has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate; however, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, this information does not convey to the purchaser of such devices any license under the patent rights to the manufacturer. Measurement Specialties, Inc. reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any product herein. Measurement Specialties, Inc. makes no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitability of its product for any particular purpose, nor does Measurement Specialties, Inc. assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any product or circuit and specifically disclaims any and all liability, including without limitation consequential or incidental damages. Typical parameters can and do vary in different applications. All operating parameters must be validated for each customer application by customer’s technical experts. Measurement Specialties, Inc. does not convey any license under its patent rights nor the rights of others. ordering information Description Interface Model No. Part No. Accelerometer Pins ACH-01-02 0-1000985-0 Shielded Cable ACH-01-03 1-1001220-0 Discrete Wires ACH-01-04 1-1001497-0 Amplifier Box IB-ACH-01 1003058 Amplifier North America Europe Asia Measurement Specialties, Inc. 1000 Lucas Way Hampton, VA 23666 Sales and Customer Service Tel: +1-800-745-8008 or +1-757-766-1500 Fax: +1-757-766-4297 Technical Support Email: [email protected] MEAS Deutschland GmbH Hauert 13 44227 Dortmund Germany Sales and Customer Service Tel: +49 (0)231 9740 21 Technical Support Tel: +49 (0)6074 862822 Email: [email protected] Measurement Specialties (China), Ltd. No. 26 Langshan Road Shenzhen High-Tech Park (North) Nanshan District, Shenzhen 518107 China Tel: +86 755 3330 5088 Fax: +86 755 3330 5099 Technical Support Email: [email protected] ACH 01 Rev 1 www.meas-spec.com 4 of 4 10/07/2008