8tj209 Capacitive Oil Level Sensor

8TJ209 Capacitive Oil
Level Sensor
CAPACITIVE TECHNOLOGY COMPLEMENTS
AMETEK’S EXISTING DESIGNS
AMETEK is the world leader in the design and manufacture
of aircraft engine lube oil sensing devices. Introduced in
the 1960s, AMETEK’s potentiometric devices continue
to be selected for their accuracy, value and reliability.
With the introduction of a capacitive device, AMETEK
is now able to offer a complementary technology for
those applications where existing interfaces and
continuous resolution are key factors.
The AMETEK family of oil level sensor products is the
unquestioned choice for today’s challenging engine
applications.
APPLIED ON ENGINES AROUND THE WORLD

The AMETEK 8TJ209 series of oil level sensors have been selected for business,
regional and fighter applications since their introduction in 2000. The basic design
can be easily adapted and qualified for new applications. Development cycle FEATURES
times are measured in weeks. Furthermore, to improve reliability of existing aircraft, Continuous resolution
AMETEK transmitters are readily adaptable to retrofit older engine lubrication
systems. The design is ideal for small engine and auxiliary power unit applications Simple, rugged
where weight and size constraints are major factors. construction
Top or bottom mounted
PROVEN SENSING INTERFACE ALONG WITH designs
SIMPLE CONSTRUCTION
Able to integrate
The Capacitance Level Sensor produces a DC current signal proportional to fluid
resistive temperature
level when excited with 20 VAC at 30 KHz. Two concentric aluminum tubes along
measurement device
the length of the sensor form a variable capacitance circuit. The tube electrodes
are isolated from each other using a molded RYTONTM insulator. The electrical Measurement range can
capacitance of the tubes increases with the rising height of oil due to the higher be offset with fixed value
dielectric constant of the oil compared to air. capacitors
Along with AC excitation, AMETEK’s variable capacitor and printed wiring board Flexible mechanical and
mounted high temperature, dual-diode circuit design produces a half-wave electrical interface
rectified current that when filtered by the purchaser’s signal conditioning circuit options
yields a DC current proportional to level. Two diodes convert the AC signal to
a DC current, and make the output insensitive to cable capacitance. With this
approach, there is no high impedance circuit to carefully shield.
All materials are selected with high temperature and engine oil compatibility
in mind.
AEROSPACE
8TJ209 Capacitive Oil Level Sensor
SPECIFICATIONS
Level Sensing Range: Adjusted to fit application Non-linearity: Less than 2% of FS

Signal Output: 8.0 pf/inch, or 15 microamp/inch for Temperature range: -65° to 400°F (-54° to 205°C)
MIL-7808 oil
Weight: 0.40 lb (0.18 kg)
Accuracy: Dry–within 1% of FS. Wet–within 2% of FS
EXCITATION PIN C
IN
SIGNAL PIN A (MM)
RETURN PIN B CONNECTOR

WIRING DIAGRAM
SPARE PIN D
SPARE PIN E
SPARE PIN F
Ø .221 (5.61)
R .25 (6.35) 1.10 (27.94) 6.80 (172.72)
MAX. MAX. MAX.
2X Ø 1.56 (39.62) ±.001 (.025)
2X R
.94 (23.88) ±.01 (0.25)
MAX.
1.21 (30.73)
Ø 1.01 (25.65)
MAX.
1.31 (33.27) 1.50 (38.10) MAX.

MASTER KEY ±5˚
R .015 (.38) 1.35 (34.29) MAX.
PROTECTIVE CAP
3.0
.15 (3.81)
(76.20)
Ø .221 (5.61) MAX.
R .25 (6.35)
IN MAX.
(MM)
DIMENSIONS
TESTING CAPABILITY
AMETEK maintains in-house state-of-the-art testing
capability for verification of environmental and
performance requirements. These capabilities include
contaminated oil rigs and level cycling rigs. In addition,
AMETEK is able to perform nearly all RTCA/DO-160
environmental test requirements such as Vibration,
Impact, Humidity, Pressure and Temperature as well as
a host of electrical tests such as EMI and Pin Injection.
Sales
Tel: 978-988-4771 • Fax: 978-988-4944
AEROSPACE www.ametekaerospace.com • E-mail: aerosales@ametek.com
www.ametekaerospace.com
Distribution and Repair
HEADQUARTERS Tel: 978-988-4100 • Fax: 978-988-4720
50 Fordham Road • Wilmington MA 01887 U.S.A. www.ametekaerospace.com/service.asp
PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. ©2003, BY AMETEK, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 5M603T (020087)

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APPLIED ON ENGINES AROUND THE WORLD

Level Sensing Range: Adjusted to fit application Non-linearity: Less than 2% of FS

RETURN PIN B CONNECTOR

1.31 (33.27) 1.50 (38.10) MAX.

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