Greater Flexibility and Precision for Position Measurement Applications

Strainsense is pleased to introduce the new CD50 Programmable Analogue Draw-Wire Sensor, featuring an integrated Teach-in function and programmable 4–20 mA analogue output. Designed to simplify installation while improving measurement accuracy, the CD50 provides a versatile solution for a wide range of displacement and position measurement applications.

Unlike conventional sensors with fixed measuring ranges, the CD50 allows users to configure the required measurement span quickly and easily, enabling a single sensor to accommodate multiple applications. This reduces the need to stock several sensor variants while ensuring optimum performance for each installation.

One Sensor, Multiple Measurement Ranges

The integrated Teach-in functionality allows the measurement range to be programmed anywhere within the sensor's available travel, covering displacement requirements from 200 mm to 1,250 mm. This flexibility enables engineers to standardise on a single sensor model for a variety of applications, simplifying inventory management and reducing commissioning time.

Improved Measurement Resolution

By programming the sensor over the actual working stroke, the full 4–20 mA output is dedicated to the required measurement range rather than the sensor's maximum travel. This maximises signal resolution and provides more accurate feedback to PLCs, controllers and data acquisition systems.

Enhanced Accuracy Through Digital Linearisation

The CD50 incorporates an advanced 50-point digital linearisation process within the Teach-in circuitry, delivering linearity of up to ±0.05%, compared with the standard ±0.15%. The result is improved measurement accuracy and greater confidence in demanding industrial automation and position monitoring applications.

Fast and Simple Configuration

Programming the measuring range is straightforward and can be completed in less than one minute, allowing rapid commissioning and easy adjustment if application requirements change.

Key Features

• Programmable 4–20 mA analogue output
• Integrated Teach-in functionality
• Configurable measuring ranges from 200 mm to 1,250 mm
• 50-point digital linearisation for enhanced accuracy
• Linearity up to ±0.05%
• Optimised signal resolution across the programmed working stroke
• Measuring range configuration in under one minute

The programmable analogue CD50 combines flexibility, precision and ease of use into a single draw-wire sensor, making it an ideal choice for industrial automation, machinery, material handling and position measurement applications where accurate displacement feedback is essential.

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