Top 10 Reasons You Need Temposonics Next Generation Products

• Agenda– Welcome!

– What is the Next Generation Platform?

– Top 10 Reasons

– Demonstration

– Closing

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• A Little History– Temposonics I (1979)

• First magnetostrictive position feedback sensor (1974)

• Required interface / conditioning electronics (AOM / DIB …)

– Temposonics II (1989)• “All-in-Head” design

• Personality modules

– Temposonics III (1997)• Modular, SE-based design

• Analog based sensing (L-Series)

• Digital “smart” sensors (R-Series SSI, Fieldbus, etc.)

– What’s next?

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• Motivation for Next Generation Platform– Continue to innovate without leaving customers behind

– Create foundation for core of future Temposonics designs

– Satisfy the needs of large installed base of customers

• Provide a logical migration path for customers

• Focus on backwards compatibility in addition to functionality and performance

• Provide added value & functionality– Extended diagnostics

– Expanded programmability

– Reduced setup and troubleshooting effort

– Enhanced durability & reliability

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• The New Temposonics Product Family

– New R-Series - Next Generation Platform Product• State-of-the-art magnetostrictive feedback performance

• “Smart” sensor for sophisticated control architectures

• Full line of analog, digital serial and fieldbus outputs

– G-Series - Next Generation Platform Product• Traditional high performance

• Enhanced functionality & diagnostics

• Backwards compatible for T2 and L-Series replacements

– E-Series• Basic performance and functionality

• Competitively priced

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Top 10 Reasons to Use Next Generation MTS Temposonics Sensors

1. NEW RUGGEDIZED DESIGN maximizes your machine productivity and uptime while sensor diagnostics minimize your cost of operation and maintenance

2. SAVE AS MUCH AS 15% IN SENSOR COSTS when replacing previous generation models

3. SENSORS ARE BACKWARDS COMPATIBLE with previous generation models4. DIAGNOSTIC LED'S SAVE HOURS of troubleshooting time without the need for

voltmeter or oscilloscope5. ENHANCED CIRCUITRY PROTECTION virtually eliminates the chance of

damaging sensing electronics due to mis-wiring6. SAVE TIME with external/remote programmability – no need to open sensor

housing to make adjustments7. SENSORS IMMEDIATELY DETECT a missing magnet or improper magnet

installation8. SENSORS ELIMINATE THE NEED to remove oil or re-purge air from the

hydraulics when replacing or upgrading a sensor9. REDUCE YOUR INVENTORY by stocking one programmable sensor model that

provides migration path options and supports future platforms10. ORIGINAL FACTORY SETTINGS and user-adjusted parameters are saved in

memory, preserving sensor configuration information

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10. ORIGINAL FACTORY SETTINGS and user-adjusted parameters are saved in memory, preserving sensor configuration information

Reason #10

• Microprocessor based design enables … – Sophisticated communication between sensor and

outside world• Infrared send and receive (G-Series)

• Serial communication via robust standard industrial hardwired interfaces (RS-485 & RS-422)

– External programmability • Sensor operational modes & parameters – E.g. voltage

vs current, zero & span, etc.

– Enhanced diagnostic capability• Built-in LEDs for status and error indication

• Remote diagnostics over communication lines

– Storage of original factory and current user parameter settings in EEPROM

Reason #10

8. RH & GH SENSORS ELIMINATE THE NEED to remove oil or re-purge air from the hydraulics when replacing or upgrading a sensor

Reason #8

• Completely new mechanical sensor package– Shorter electronics housing length (~ T2 length)

– Sealed sensor electronics housing & sensing element (SE) with removable sensor “cartridge”

– Incorporates IP 67 sealing and dual EMI shielding

GHB / RHB

Reason #8

7. SENSORS IMMEDIATELY DETECT a missing magnet or improper magnet installation

4. DIAGNOSTIC LED'S SAVE HOURS of troubleshooting time without the need for voltmeter or oscilloscope

Reasons #7 & #4

• Visual LED Codes– Includes, but not

limited to:

Green (“Power”)

Red (“Error”)

Description

OFF OFF No supply voltage

ON OFF Normal function

ON ON Magnet not detected

ON FLASHING Missing (external) interrogation

FLASHING FLASHING Power out of range (high or low)

OFF FLASHING IR programming mode

FLASHING OFF Serial programming mode

Reasons #7 & #4

9. REDUCE YOUR INVENTORY by stocking one programmable sensor model that provides migration path options and supports future platforms

6. SAVE TIME with external/remote programmability – no need to open sensor housing to make adjustments

Reasons #9 & #6

• G-Series User Interface– On-board intelligence enables …

• Visual LEDs for status and error indication

• Infrared send & receive– Handheld Remote Programmer

– PDA devices

• Serial communication options– PC Setup Program

– Third Party / Customized OEM products» Industrial Panel Meter/Programmer

» PC/PLC Control Interface

Reasons #9 & #6

• G-Series User Interface Summary

PLC/PCControl Interface

G Series Sensor

ZERO 0.100SETUP OK

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latigid

Panel Meter/Programmer

PC Programming &Diagnostic Interface

HandheldProgrammer

LED VisualIndication

Reasons #9 & #6

• PC Based Programming and Diagnostics– MTS PC based software ideal when users:

• Require additional programming and diagnostics capability – E.g. “bench configuring” of user’s sensor inventory

• Have limited physical access to sensor - Remote programming and troubleshooting

– This tool will also be a significant asset for user and factory field service support

Windows PC

Serial Converter

G-Series Sensor

Reasons #9 & #6

• PC Based Programming – Digital Pulse Outputs

• Output mode selectable – Start/Stop or PWM

• Interrogation mode selectable – Internal or External for PWM outputs

• Number of Recirculations selectable - 1 to 15 for PWM outputs

– Analog Outputs• Output mode selectable – Current or Voltage

• Voltage output programmable– Adjustable within -10 and +10 Vdc (forward and reverse acting)– Multiple ranges selectable – E.g. 0-5, 5-0, 0-10, 10-0, etc.

• Current output programmable– Adjustable within 0 and 20 mA (forward and reverse acting)– Multiple ranges selectable – E.g. 0-20, 20-0

• Zero and span adjustable across 100% of range (1” minimum stroke)

Reasons #9 & #6

• G-Series PC Setup Software– Sensor Info Screen

• Programmable Parameters• Factory Settings• Internal Sensor Variables

• Diagnostic Codes

– Output Setup Screen - Simple, intuitive, interactive

• Recognizes sensor output type

• Responds with only applicable options

• Prompts user to confirm changes affecting operation

Reasons #9 & #6

• “Remote” Programming w/Handheld Devices– Utilizes IR communications (coincident w/visual LEDs)

– Provides user w/simple, low cost tool to adjust sensor output parameters (AKA “screwdriver replacement”)

– Enables G-Series parameter programming:• For Digital Pulse Outputs

– Start/Stop or PWM mode

– Internal or External interrogation for PWM mode

– Number of recirculations (1 to 15) for PWM mode

• For Analog Outputs– Full adjustment for zero and span set points

Reasons #9 & #6

5. ENHANCED CIRCUITRY PROTECTION virtually eliminates the chance of damaging sensing electronics due to mis-wiring

Reason #5

• G-Series Connection Options– Wiring – Only six pins/wires means less confusion

Pin No.

Wire Color

Digital Pulse Outputs

Function

Analog Outputs

Function

1 Gray (-) Gate for PWM(-) Stop for Start/Stop or

Serial programming (RS-422)

0 to 10, -10 to +10 Vdc or4 to 20 mA, 0 to 20 mA

Forward & reverse acting

2 Pink (+) Gate for PWM(+) Stop for Start/Stop or

Serial programming (RS-422)

Return for Pin 1

3 Yellow (+) Interrogation for PWM(+) Start for Start/Stop or

Serial programming (RS-422)

Serial programming(RS-485)

4 Green (-) Interrogation for PWM(-) Start for Start/Stop or

Serial programming (RS-422)

Serial programming (RS-485)

5 Red or Brown

Supply Voltage (+Vdc) Supply Voltage (+Vdc)

6 White DC Ground (for supply) DC Ground (for supply)

Reason #5

• Enhanced Circuitry Protection

– Over-voltage (on input voltage lines) to 36 Vdc – Mis-wiring protection to 30 Vdc for any conductor

combination*

– Allows for “hot-swapping” of sensors– More tolerant for field retrofits & replacments

* Except for comm. lines on some bus sensors

Reason #5

3. SENSORS ARE BACKWARDS COMPATIBLE with previous generation models

Reason #3

• G-Series vs Legacy Sensor Comparison

Specification T2 L-Series G-Series

Outputs vs Stroke300” for all

(not including current)

100” for Analog

300” for Digital Pulse

100” for Analog

300” for Digital Pulse

Analog Output RangesCurrent not available

-10 to +10 Vdc (fwd/rev)

0 and 4 to 20 mA (fwd/rev)

0 to 10 Vdc (fwd/rev)

0 and 4 to 20 mA (fwd/rev)

0 to +10 Vdc (fwd/rev) OR

-10 to +10 Vdc (fwd/rev)

LED Indication No No Yes

Programmability Pushbutton only Pushbutton (Analog) only IR or Hardwired (PC based)

User Programmable Parameters

Analog – Null & Span (100%)

Digital – Recircs (1-127) & Interrogation type

Analog - Null & Span (5%)

Digital - NA

Analog – Null & Span (100%)

Digital – Recircs (1-15) & Interrogation type

Input Voltage Range(s) +/-12 to +/-15 Vdc+13.5 to 26.4 Vdc (< 60”)

+24 +/-10% Vdc (> 60”)

+24 +20/-15% Vdc OR

+9.0 to 28.8 Vdc

Multiple Magnets (Start/Stop) Up to 15 Up to 6 Up to 15

Connection OptionsIntegral RB connector or cables

w/in-line connectorsNumerous integral

connector and cable optionsIntegral D60 connector or cables w/in-line connectors

Ingress Protection Rating IP 65 IP 67 (LH) / IP 65 (LP) IP 67 for all

Electronics Housing Length * 64 mm (2.52”) 80 mm (3.15”) 68 mm (2.68”)

* H-Style Flange Face to Connector Flange Face

Reason #3

• Power Supply Input Voltage

– 1 = +24 Vdc (+20%, -15%), Standard

– 2 = +9 to +28.8 Vdc

• Optional (daughter board)• Used for Tempo II and LH replacements that used

+/-15 Vdc inputs• Also works with standard 24 Vdc inputs

Reason #3

• Connection Options– Integral Connector – Six-pin DIN standard– Integral Cable

• Standard grey PVC jacket

• NEW Heavy duty polyurethane (PUR) jacket cable option

– More durable & compliant under environmental extremes

– Oil resistant

Reason #3

• Connection Options

– Replacements and retrofits• Field installable connectors (to retrofit existing cables)• Adapter ("patch") cables• Integral cable w/inline (hanging) male connectors

Adapter Cable

Integral Cable w/In-Line Connector

Reason #3

2. SAVE AS MUCH AS 15% IN SENSOR COSTS when replacing previous generation models

Reason #2

• Reduce Costs Using G-Series Sensors

– Example: Replacing 12” Tempo II/RB/PWM with GH

• Tempo II List Price* = $832

• “Drop-In” Replacement

– GH Base Sensor List Price = $692

– Power Board Option = $73

– In-line Connector (Option #1) = $57

– Total w/Option #1 = $822

* 2004 Pricing

Reason #2

• Reduce Costs Using G-Series Sensors

– Example: Replacing 12” Tempo II/RB/PWM with GH

• “Interim” Replacement*

– GH Base Sensor List Price = $692

– Power Board Option = $73– Adapter Cable (Option #2) = $95

– Total w/Option #2 = $860

* Accommodates eventual replacement of extension cable. Adapter cables can be reused on later replacements.

Reason #2

• Reduce Costs Using G-Series Sensors

– Example: Replacing 12” Tempo II/RB/PWM with GH

• “Final Solution” Replacement*

– GH Base Sensor List Price = $692

– Power Board Option = $73– New 25’ Extension Cable (Option #3) = $120

– Total w/Option #3 = $885

Reason #2

* Replacement of extension cable is only required once.

• Reduce Costs Using G-Series Sensors

– Example: Replacing 12” Tempo II/RB/PWM with GH

• Tempo II List Price = $832

• “Drop-In” Replacement = $822 (-$10 / -1%)

• “Interim” Replacement = $860 (+$28 / +3%)

• “Final Solution” Replacement = $885 (+$53 / +6.4%)

• Direct G-Series Replacement = $692 (-$140 / 17%)

– Customer invests a nominal cost for initial change to reap significant savings afterwards

Reason #2

1. NEW RUGGEDIZED DESIGN maximizes your machine productivity and uptime while sensor diagnostics minimize your cost of operation and maintenance

Reason #1

• Superior Ruggedness & Environmental Immunity– Improved shock and vibration rating

• Shock – 100 g survivability • RMS Vibration – 10 g in-spec, 40 g survivability / 10-

2000Hz

– Double EMI shielding for industry’s highest EMC immunity protection (IEC 61000-4-2/3/4/5/8/8/9 Test Level 3, 4, Criteria A)

– Electronics housings are IP67

– Heavy duty polyurethane cabling and Viton seal options for harsh environments

– Better long term stability & reliability due to elimination of internal wiring, trim pots and switches

Reason #1

• Diagnostics - Smart LEDs!!!

Reason #1

• Product Demonstration

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Top 10 Reasons to Use Next Generation MTS Temposonics Sensors

1. NEW RUGGEDIZED DESIGN maximizes your machine productivity and uptime while sensor diagnostics minimize your cost of operation and maintenance

2. SAVE AS MUCH AS 15% IN SENSOR COSTS when replacing previous generation models

3. SENSORS ARE BACKWARDS COMPATIBLE with previous generation models4. DIAGNOSTIC LED'S SAVE HOURS of troubleshooting time without the need for

voltmeter or oscilloscope5. ENHANCED CIRCUITRY PROTECTION virtually eliminates the chance of

damaging sensing electronics due to mis-wiring6. SAVE TIME with external/remote programmability – no need to open sensor

housing to make adjustments7. SENSORS IMMEDIATELY DETECT a missing magnet or improper magnet

installation8. SENSORS ELIMINATE THE NEED to remove oil or re-purge air from the

hydraulics when replacing or upgrading a sensor9. REDUCE YOUR INVENTORY by stocking one programmable sensor model that

provides migration path options and supports future platforms10. ORIGINAL FACTORY SETTINGS and user-adjusted parameters are saved in

memory, preserving sensor configuration information

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If you haven’t looked at Temposonics sensors lately, we hope these reasons make it worth your while to reconsider

buying our products

Contact your local MTS Temposonics sales representative for more info

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