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HS-420IT Intrinsically safe 4–20 mA vibration sensor (velocity) with temperature output, top exit, PUR cable

Outputs: 4–20 mA (vibration velocity) and 10 mV/°C (temperature), PUR cable.

  • Output 4–20 mA + 10 mV/°C
  • Exit Top exit
  • IP IP68
  • Ex Ex i
Ordering options

Measuring range — velocity

Mounting thread

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Technical data is taken from the manufacturer's documentation. Before ordering, please confirm the parameters against the current datasheet or with our engineer.

Key features

  • Intrinsically safe version — approvals: Europe (ATEX), USA, India (PESO), South Africa (MASC)
  • SIL 2 and SIL 3 certification
  • For use with PLC / DCS systems
  • Temperature output
  • Piezoelectric element in compression design

Technical specifications

Parameters as specified by the manufacturer.

Measurement
Measured quantityVibration velocity, Temperature
Number of measuring axes1 axis
Measuring range — velocity10 / 20 / 25 / 50 / 100 mm/s (standard: 10)
Output signal
Output type4–20 mA, Temperature 10 mV/°C
Connection and mounting
Cable / connector exitTop exit
Integral cablePUR
Mounting thread1/4"-28 UNF, female (standard), 1/4"-28 UNF, male, Quick Fit, female, M6 × 1 mm, male, M8 × 1.25 mm, male, M10 × 1.5 mm, male
Operating conditions and protection
IP ratingIP68
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)EN 61326-1:2013
Hazardous areas and approvals
Hazardous-area versionIntrinsically safe (Ex i)
Approvals and certificatesATEX (EU), US approval (Class / Division), PESO (India), MASC (South Africa), SIL 2 / SIL 3
Construction
Sensing elementPZT — compression
Case materialStainless steel
Weight150 g (nominal)
FeaturesFor PLC / DCS systems
Identification
ModelHS-420IT
HS Sensors part no.HS-420IT-TOP-PUR
Manufacturer's product nameHS-420IT – Top Exit – Integral PUR Cable Intrinsically Safe Accelerometer with Temp Output

Documentation

Other HS-420IT versions

All HS-420IT variants

The same model with a different cable exit, connector or cable type.

Where it is used

Typical applications

  • Fans
  • Electric motors
  • Pumps
  • Compressors
  • Centrifuges
  • Conveyors
  • Air handling units
  • Gearboxes
  • Rolls
  • Dryers
  • Presses
  • Cooling systems
  • HVAC systems
  • Spindles
  • Machine tools
  • Process equipment

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