Applied Measurements LTD.: AML/SGD Strain Gauge Displacement Transducer
Applied Measurements LTD.: AML/SGD Strain Gauge Displacement Transducer
Applied Measurements LTD.: AML/SGD Strain Gauge Displacement Transducer
The AML/SGD strain gauge displacement transducers utilise strain gauge technology to provide a linearly
proportional voltage output in relation to the movement of a captivated spindle. The AML/SGD’s compact
size and rugged construction makes them ideal for use in a diverse range of applications such as
Geotechnical Testing, R&D, Aerospace, Civil Engineering and Automotive.
The AML/SGD strain gauge displacement transducer offers excellent accuracy of better than 0.1% on
ranges up to 0-25mm and 0.2% on the 0-50mm and 0-100mm versions, coupled with high resolution and
long-term stability.
The design principle incorporates a 4-arm active wheatstone bridge with a nominal impedance of
350ohms. This concept ensures an excellent non-linearity, good temperature stability and low current
consumption. This low current consumption makes the AML/SGD suitable for use in battery-powered
systems and equipment.
Being strain gauge based, they are compatible with a broad range of standard analogue and digital
instrumentation as used on load cells, pressure transducers and torque sensors.
Options: Applications:
• Customised Versions • Geotechnical Testing Material Testing
• Longer Cable Lengths Machines
• In-Line Analogue Signal Conditioner (ICA) • Research & Development
• USB Version (via DSC-USB) • Aerospace
• Vacuum Application Version • Civil Engineering
• Wider Operating Temperature Range • Automotive
• Wireless Version (via T24 instrumentation)
• Single or Multi-Channel PC-Based
Monitoring & Data Logging System. Request
• TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet) Pricing
• TEDS Allows Plug & Play with TEDS Enabled
Instrumentation.
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Specification:
CHARACTERISTICS AML/SGD UNITS
Stroke Length: 0-5 0-10 0-25 0-50 0-100 millimetres
Rated Output: 5.0 5.4 7.3 8.8 7.5 mV/V (nominal)
Non-Linearity: <0.10 <0.20 ±% of Rated Output
Repeatability: <0.10 ±% of Rated Output
Operating Temperature Range: -10 to +60 °C
Temperature Effect On Output: <0.010 ±% of Rated Output/°C
Temperature Effect On Zero: <0.010 ±% of Rated Output/°C
Safe Overload: See note 4 below
Excitation: 10 recommended (2-15 acceptable) Volts AC or DC
Current Consumption: <30 @ 10Vdc mA
Input Resistance: 350 Ohms (nominal)
Output Resistance: 350 Ohms (nominal)
Insulation Resistance: >2000 Megohms
Output Bandwidth: 100 Hz (nominal)
Spring Force: 50-250 (100-400 on 100mm) gf (progressive)
Construction: Stainless Steel/Aluminium
Environmental Protection: IP54
Cable: 2 Metre 4 Core Screened, bend radius 10mm
Weight (excluding cable): 125 130 140 180 320 grams
Operational Notes:
1. The outer case must not be distorted when clamping the sensor. A full diameter clamp is advised.
2. The sensor is not recommended for use is hostile environments without additional protection.
3. Special tools are required to remove the plunger tip (anvil) to avoid damage to the spindle.
4. With the plunger tip (anvil) attached this forms a positive overload protection stop. If the anvil is
removed, the threaded end of the plunger must not be allowed to enter the case.
Wiring Diagram:
Wire Designation
Red +ve excitation
Blue -ve excitation
Green +ve signal
Yellow -ve signal
Screen To ground - not connected to load cell body
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Dimensions (mm):
Stroke Range ØA B C ØD
5mm 17.4 78.5 6 4.8
10mm 17.4 78.5 11 4.8
25mm 17.4 94 26 4.8
50mm 17.4 155 51 4.8
100mm 25.4 264 102 4.8
Ordering Codes:
AML/SGD-25mm-002-000 AML/SGD - 25mm - 002 - 000
Example Code
Product Family
AML/SGD AML/SGD
Specials Code
000 = Standard Product (as per datasheet) 000
3 Mercury House Calleva Park Aldermaston Berkshire RG7 8PN AML-SGD Issue: 24 October 2019
+44 (0) 118 981 7339
APPLIED MEASUREMENTS LTD. info@appmeas.co.uk
Transducer Specialists...
https://appmeas.co.uk
3 Mercury House Calleva Park Aldermaston Berkshire RG7 8PN AML-SGD Issue: 24 October 2019
+44 (0) 118 981 7339
APPLIED MEASUREMENTS LTD. info@appmeas.co.uk
Transducer Specialists...
https://appmeas.co.uk
3 Mercury House Calleva Park Aldermaston Berkshire RG7 8PN AML-SGD Issue: 24 October 2019
+44 (0) 118 981 7339
APPLIED MEASUREMENTS LTD. info@appmeas.co.uk
Transducer Specialists...
https://appmeas.co.uk
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3 Mercury House Calleva Park Aldermaston Berkshire RG7 8PN AML-SGD Issue: 24 October 2019