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EZ-track

Analog Profile Series

EZ-track LDT's profile style probes use speed timer measures the time difference
magnetostrictive technology by applying a between the applied strain pulse and the return
mechanical strain pulse to a magnetostrictive of the induced current pulse. This time,
waveguide that runs the length of the sensor. proportional to position is compared to the "zero"
When the strain pulse encounters a magnetic field and "span" positions established during the
produced by the slide or floating magnet calibration process to scale the output.
assembly, a current pulse is produced that is Once the position has been scaled accordingly, it
picked up by the electronic circuitry. A high is converted to a signal in the form of an analog
(voltage or current) output, quadrature pulse
Enhanced Resolution Analog Profile Series (Q21R/Q35R) Specifications:
output, or digital (PWM or start/stop) outputs.
Current: Voltage: Differential:
Output: 20 to 4 mA 0 to 10 V 0 to 10 V
4 to 20 mA 10 to 0 V 4 to 20 mA Low Profile Extrusion Housing:
≤ (voltage in - 4) ÷ 0.02 A The Q21 series is housed in low profile,
Load impedance: ≥ 1000 Ω environmentally sealed, anodized aluminum
(example: 10 VDC ≤ 300 Ω)
Q21R span: 40 to 180 in housings. The electronics and the sensing
Q35R span: 5 to 36 in element are incorporated into a housing that is

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Repeatability: +/-0.006% of full span or +/-0.002 in, whichever is greater less than 1 inch tall without the need for a can or
Resolution: 0.001 in internal (For span lengths < 65 in); 16 bit (For lengths > 65 in) head on the sensor to house the electronics
Non-linearity: +/-0.05% of stroke
Operating temperature: -4 to +158 °F (-20 to +70 °C) Diagnostic LED:
Null zone: 3.00 in The EZ-track Series utilizes a diagnostic LED that
enables the operator to understand the state of
Dead zone: 2.00 in
the sensor dependent upon the position of the
Operating voltage: 13.5-30 VDC
target magnet.
Current consumption: 120 mA at 15 VDC, 2.5 watts maximum
≤ 50 in 1 ms The LED flashes to indicate it is in AGC mode (Q21
51 to 100 in 2 ms
Response time: and Q35 series). This feature simplifies
101 to 150 in 3 ms
151 to 180 in 4 ms programming and troubleshooting, effectively
Green = Power is applied and magnet is present in the programmed range reducing setup and maintenance time.
Red = Fault, magnet is in the Null Zone, Dead Zone or lost
LED: Yellow = Magnet is out of the active programmed range, Various Analog Outputs
but still within the active stroke area Available Profile Style:
Electronics: IP67, IP68 optional The Q21 and Q35 series may be ordered in a
Protection rating: Rod housing: IP65 variety of outputs.
Agency approval: CE
Standard Resolution Analog Profile Series (Q21/Q35) Specifications: Although sensors may be ordered with any of the
Voltage: above outputs, the units may easily be changed in
+5 to -5 V the field to reverse the analog signal. Thus, one
0 to +10 V model can be used for two applications by
Current: -5 to +5 V
Output: 20 to 4 mA +10 to 0 V programming the “zero” and “span” appropriately.
4 to 20 mA 0 to +5 V
-10 to +10 V Automatic Gain Control:
+5 to 0 V The Automatic Gain Control (AGC) feature allows
+10 to -10 V
the EZ-track to sense a magnet other than the
≤ (voltage in - 4) ÷ 0.02 A
Load impedance: ≥ 1000 Ω (1500 for Ω +/-100) standard slide magnet and adjust to the magnetic
(example: 10 VDC ≤ 300 Ω)
field strength accordingly. With the ability to
Q21 span: 40 to 180 in
Q35 span: 5 to 36 in sense a standard floating magnet up to 3/8 inch
Repeatability: +/-0.01% of full span or +/-0.014 in, whichever is greater away, the user has greater mounting flexibility for
various applications.
Resolution: 0.014 in for stroke lengths less than 60 in; For lengths over 60 in: 12 bits
Non-linearity: +/-0.05% of stroke or +/-0.028 whichever is greater
FM Approved Installation
Accuracy: +/-0.1% of stroke or +/-0.050 whichever is greater (Class I, Division 2):
Operating temperature: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) The EZ-track Q21 unit can be ordered for use in a
Null zone: 3.00 in Class I, Division 2 environment. The unit utilizes a
Dead zone: 1.50 in Lock-Euro-G.
Operating voltage: 10-30 VDC
Current consumption: 100 mA (maximum)
50 in or less: 1 ms updates with 5 ms settling time
Response time: 50 in or greater: 2 ms updates with 4 ms settling time
Green = power is applied and magnet is present in the programmed range
Red = fault, magnet is in the null zone, dead zone or lost
LED: Yellow = magnet is out of the active programmed range,
but still within the active stroke area
Electronics: IP67, IP68 optional
Protection rating: Rod housing: IP65
Agency approval: CE, FM Class I, Div 2

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EZ-track

Analog Profile Series

Part Number Key: Analog Profile Series
A B C D E F G H I J
LT 40 E - Q21 R - LI 0 X3 - H1151 / S1661

A Type G Output Type

LT Linear Transducer Current Voltage Differential
0 4-20 mA 0 to 10 V 0 to 10 V ³⁾
B Measuring Span 1 20-4 mA 10 to 0 V 4 - 20 mA ³⁾
* Length of Measuring Span 2 -10 to 10 V ²⁾
3 10 to -10 V ²⁾
4 0 to 5 V ²⁾
C Housing
5 5 to 0 V ²⁾
E Inches 6 -5 to 5 V ²⁾
7 5 to -5 V ²⁾
D Housing Height 2⁾ Only available with 'Q21'/'Q35'.
3) Only available with 'Q21R'/'Q35R'.
Q21 21 mm
Q35 35 mm H Number of LEDs
X3 3 Diagnostic LEDs
E Resolution
(Blank) Standard Resolution I Type of Connection
R Enhanced Resolution H1141 4-pin M12 Eurofast Connector ²⁾
H1151 5-pin M12 Eurofast Connector ³⁾
F Output Configuration
LI Current J Specials
LU Voltage (Blank) IP67
LD Differential ¹⁾ S1661 IP68
1⁾ Analog differential ouput is the difference between two magnets.
Minimum distance = 2.5 inches
Note: In addition to the LDT, a typical system includes a magnet, mounting feet and cable (all sold separately).

Dimensions: Q21 Analog Profile Series Wiring Diagrams:

Q21R/Q35R Q21/Q35
5-pin Eurofast Connection 4-pin Eurofast Connection
BN
BN
BK
BK
BU
BU
WH
WH
GY

Mating Cordset: Mating Cordset:

RK 4.5T-*/S618 RK 4.4T-*/S618
* Length in meters.
Note: Self contained piston with magnet
permantly attached
Dimensions: Q35 Analog Profile Series

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