2MA Series

Linear Position Sensor Option zc15

Contents
Features ............................................................................ 48 Analog Interface Profile Series ......................................... 52
Applications ...................................................................... 49 Digital Pulse Interface Profile Series ................................ 53
Principles of Operation ..................................................... 50 Ordering Information ........................................................ 55
Dimensions ....................................................................... 51

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Features 2MA Series
C086

Linear Position
Sensor Option for
2MA Series Cylinder

Precise Position Feedback

Non-Contact Sensing
Analog or Digital Outputs
Bore Sizes 2" - 8"
Available in Eleven Mounting Styles

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Applications 2MA Series
C086
Linear transducers offer Pneumatic
features which assure Cylinder
reliable operation in many
areas of automation and
process technology, even
under extreme ambient
conditions.

– pneumatic cylinders
Injection Molding Machine
– tooling and tool
handling
– presses
– casting and
rolling mills
– foundries
– injection molding
– leveling machines
– transport systems Bottling Machine

– lift controls
– level monitoring
– tunnel boring
equipment
– die casting
– portal robots
– woodworking
machinery
– flight simulators
– cutting/slitting
machinery Stamping Applications
– conveying
– packaging
machines
– windmills
– elevators Injection Molding
– X-Y tables Machine

– anywhere linear
motion must be
monitored!

Paper Cutting Wind Power Metal Form Press

Machine Generator

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Principles of Operation 2MA Series
C086

Generation of the ultrasonic torsion pulse

in a metallic conductor based on the
principle of magnetostriction.

Electromagnetic
field Damping

Mechanical
wave

Mechanical
wave

Waveguide
Position marker
with magnets
Initial pulse

Signal converter coil (patented process)

Copper
conductor Receiver

Principles of Operation magnetostrictive effect. The wave travel time from its
The measuring element ("waveguide"), consists of a point of origin to the signal converter is directly
special nickel-alloy tube. proportional to the distance between the permanent
magnet and the signal converter. A time measurement
A copper conductor is introduced through the length of then allows the distance to be determined with
this tube. The start of measurement is initiated by a extremely high accuracy.
short current pulse.
This current generates a circular magnetic field which
rotates around the waveguide. A permanent magnet at Design
the point of measurement is used as the marker The transducers are made to the same safety and
element, whose lines of field run at right angles to the reliability standards for use in the harshest conditions:
electromagnetic field. In the area on the waveguide – The electronics unit is compactly designed using
where the two fields intersect, a magneto-strictive SMD technology. The boards are protected in a space-
effect causes an elastic deformation of the waveguide, saving, rugged aluminum extruded housing.
which propagates along the wave guide in both
directions in the form of a mechanical wave. – The waveguide is protected in the extruded aluminum
housing.
The propagation velocity of this wave in the waveguide
is 2830 m/s, and is nearly insensitive to environmental
effects (e.g., temperature, shock, contamination). Quality
The component of the wave which reaches the far end Each and every transducer undergoes a specially
of the waveguide is damped there, whereas the designed, computer-controlled testing procedure which
component which arrives at the signal converter is includes 100% checking of all specified data.
changed into an electrical signal by reversing the

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Dimensions 2MA Series
C086
The drawings below show that the Linear Position Sensor provided in the table below for each bore size. The
is longer than the cylinder of the same stroke length. The examples show that the electrical stroke of the sensor will
sensor overhang on the head end of the cylinder, as always match the net stroke of the cylinder.
indicated by dimension A, may be eliminated by adding As a result of the limited sensing range of the sensor, it
stop tubing, which effectively increases the gross stroke will overhang at the cap end of the cylinder by the amount
of the cylinder. The recommended stop tube lengths are of dimension B.
4.10
NO STOP TUBE
3.73
2.75 ELECTRICAL STROKE "XXX" 3.10
(DAMPINGZONE) (NULLZONE)

A 0.50
0.14

Example A: 12" Stroke cylinder without stop tube equals 12" Electrical Stroke for the Sensor.
4.10
WITH STOP TUBE 2.25
3.73 1.68
2.75 ELECTRICAL STROKE "XXX" 3.10
1.36
(DAMPINGZONE) (NULLZONE)

1.73
0.50
0.15
0.14

1.17
B

Example B: To eliminate sensor overhang on the head end of a 2.0" bore cylinder, add 1.0" of recommended stop tube length.
The cylinder gross stroke becomes 13" and the net stroke remains 12". Specify a sensor with an electrical stroke of 12". Note
that the electrical stroke equals cylinder net stroke length.
Example C: To eliminate sensor overhang on the head end of a 5.0" bore cylinder, add .625" of recommended stop tube length.
The cylinder gross stroke becomes 12.625" and the net stroke remains 12". Specify a sensor with an electrical stroke of 12".
Note that the electrical stroke equals cylinder net stroke length.

No Stop Tube With Stop Tube

Bore Rod Code Rod Diameter A B Stop Tube Length A1 B

1 5/8
2 .95 1.3 1.0 0 1.3
3 1
1 5/8
2 1/2 .90 1.25 1.0 0 1.25
3 1
1 1
3 1/4 .64 1.0 .75 0 1.0
3 1 3/8
1 1
4 .63 .99 .75 0 .99
3 1 3/8
1 1
5 .55 .79 .625 0 .79
3 1 3/8
1 1 3/8
6 .47 .46 .50 0 .45
3 1 3/4
1 1 3/8
8 .28 .44 .375 0 .44
3 1 3/4

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Analog Interface Profile Series 2MA Series
C086
Output signal analog analog
Transducer interface A E
Input interface analog analog

Ordering code BTL5-A11-M_ _ _ _-R-S32 BTL5-E1_-M_ _ _ _-R-S32

Output voltage 0...10 V

Output current 4...20 mA
Load current max. 10 mA
max. ripple. ≥ 5 mV
Load resistance ≥ 500 Ohm
System resolution ≥ 0.1 mV ≥ 0.2 µA

Hysteresis ≥ 4 µm
Repeatability ≥ 6 µm (hysteresis + resolution)
Output update rate STANDARD = 1 ms ≥1400 mm
max. non-linearity ±100 µm to 500 mm stroke
±0.02 % 501...3606 mm stroke
Temperature coefficient Voltage output [150 µV/°C + (5 ppm/°CxPxU/L)]xDT
Current output [0.6 µA/°C + (10 ppm/°CxPxI/L)]x DT
Shock loading 100 g/11 ms per IEC 68-2-27
Vibration 12 g, 10...2000 Hz per IEC 68-2-6
Traverse velocity of magnet any
Operating voltage 24 V DC ± 20%
Current draw ≥ 150 mA
Polarity reversal protected yes
Overvoltage protection Transzorb protection diodes
Dielectric constant 500 V (Ground to housing)
Operating temperature –40...185 °F (-40...85°C)
Storage temperature –40...212 °F (-40...100°C)

S32 Pin assignments Pin Color BTL5-A11... BTL5-E1...BTL5-E1...

Output signals 1 YE not used 4...20 mA 20...4 mA
2 GY signal GND 0 V output
3 PK 10...0 V 10...0 V
5 GN 0...10 V 0...10 V
Supply voltage 6 BU GND GND
7 BN +24 V DC +24 V DC
8 WH (GND) (GND)
Connect shield to housing. Specifications subject to change.

Ordering Sample:
Please enter code for output signal and BTL5-A11-M_ _ _ _-R-SU 022-S32
nominal stroke in ordering code.

Output signal Standard stroke

1 increasing and lengths (mm)
BTL transducers with analog outputs are available in the decreasing (for A)
ranges of 0...10V, 4...20mA with rising or falling signal. 0 increasing
7 decreasing (for E)

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Digital Pulse Interface Profile Series 2MA Series
C086
M Interface P Interface over cable lengths differential drivers and
Differential START/STOP Compatible with BTA up to 500 m (1640ft.) receivers. Noise signals are
control-specific interface. processors and various between BTA and BTL, is effectively suppressed.
OEM controls. Reliable assured by the especially
signal transmission, even noise-immune RS485

Series BTL5 Low Profile BTL5 Low Profile

Transducer interface pulse M pulse P

User interface pulse M pulse P

Ordering code BTL5-M1-M_ _ _ _-R-S 32 BTL5-P1-M_ _ _ _-R-S 32

System resolution Process-dependent/control dependent

Repeatability Hysteresis + Resolution
Resolution ≥ 2 µm
Hysteresis ≥ 4 µm
Standard sampling rate fSTANDARD = 1 kHz ≥1400 mm
max. non-linearity ±100 µm to 500 mm nominal stroke
±0.02 % 501...3750 mm nominal stroke
Temperature coefficient of overall system (6 µm + 5 ppm x L)/°C
Traverse velocity of magnet any
Operating voltage 24 V DC ±20 % or ±15V DC ±2% (optional)
Current draw ≥ 100 mA
Operating temperature –40...185 °F (-40...85°C)
Storage temperature –40...212 °F (-40...100°C)

S32 Pin assignments Pin Color BTL5-M1-M... BTL5-P1-M...

Input/output signals Input 1 YE INIT INIT
Output 2 GY START/STOP START/STOP
Input 3 PK INIT INIT
Output 5 GN START/STOP START/STOP
Supply voltage 6 BU GND GND
7 BN +24 V DC +24 V DC
8 WH (GND) (GND)
Shield connected to housing Specifications subject to change.

Ordering Sample:
Please enter code for nominal stroke in BTL5-P1-M_ _ _ _-R-SU 022-S32
ordering code.

Output signal Standard stroke

lengths (mm)

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Sensor Ordering Code 2MA Series
C086

Transducer - Linear

Generation 5

Output Signal
A = 0...10V
E = 4...20 mA
M = differential Start/Stop - leading edge active
P = differential Start/Stop - trailing edge active

Supply Voltage
1 = 24 V ±20%

Output Signal (analog only)

If A in position 7
1 = Vmin or Vmax at connector end, i.e. user selectable
rising or falling

If E in position 7
0 = Imin at connector end (rising towards opposite end)
7 = Imax at connector end (falling towards opposite end)
Nominal stroke in mm
0 3 0 5 = 305 mm active electrical stroke

Housing geometry
R = Low Profile extrusion

Connection type
S 3 2 = 8 pin quick disconnect metal connector
K A 0 5 = integral axial cable (with 5 m cable; specify length)

Note: Electrical stroke = Net Cylinder Stroke

Standard Lengths
Electrical Stroke
inches mm inches mm inches mm
2 0051 15 0381 42 1067
3 0077 16 0407 48 1220
4 0102 18 0457 50 1270
5 0127 20 0508 60 1524
6 0152 22 0560 70 1778
7 0178 24 0610 80 2032
8 0203 26 0661 90 2286
9 0230 28 0711 100 2540
10 0254 30 0762 110 2794
11 0280 32 0813 120 3048
12 0305 36 0914
13 0330 40 1016

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Sensor Ordering Code 2MA Series
C086
How to Order 2MA Series with Linear Position Sensor Option
Parker 2MA Series pneumatic cylinders can be specified by model number by using the table below.

2" C K J 2MA 3 U S 1 4 A C 6.000

Bore Double Series Ports Special Piston Rod Cushion

Size Rod Modification Thread Cap End
Cylinder Style
Cushion Mounting Piston* Seals Piston Piston Rod Stroke
Head Style Rod Thread
End Specify: Specify: Number Type
“2MA” for U=
Specify: air service. N.P.T.F. Use “C” only
2" Ports if cap end
Use “K” only Specify: Specify:
2 1/2" Rod code cushion is
3 1/4" if double rod A = UNF
number for required.
4" cylinder is Leave blank except Leave blank for W = BSF
required. Std. Nitrile Seals or rod diameter (British Fine)
5" for Bumpers Seal
6" Specify: required or Specify:
and/or Magnetic
8" V = Fluorocarbon M = Metric Stroke
Piston.
Seals length
Specify:
Use “C” Specify: Add “E” designator Specify Thread Style: required
3 = Magnet only
only if Mounting style code. for Fluorocarbon 4 = Small Male in inches.
4 = Bumper seal
head (See mounting style head seal only.
only 8 = Intermediate Male
end Table A and B below.
6 = Magnet and 9 = Short Female or
cushion Use “S” for special modification
Bumper Seal
is required. and describe below. For Linear 3 = Special and specify
Positioner Sensor option, dimensions required
describe as noted below.* 55 = Split Coupler
* When specifying the Linear Position Sensor Option, the Piston field
must be 3 or 6 for magnetic piston.
Please include the following information in the Special Modifications: Example Model Number
1. Sensor part number from previous page 2CC2MA3US14ACx7.00
2. Sensor position S = Install Linear Position Transducer
3. Port position (if other than position 1) BTL-SA11-MO15212SUO22S32/SA05
4. Length of stop tubing, gross stroke and net stroke (if required) at Position #1, Ports at Position #2,
1" Stop Tube, 6" Net Effective Stroke
Table A – Cylinder Mounting Styles without Stop Tube Option
Mounting Mounting
Style N.F.P.A. Mounting Description Style N.F.P.A. Mounting Description
Code Style Code Style
D MT1 Head Trunnion
DB MT2 Cap Trunnion
T MX0 No Mount (Basic)
BE† MP4 Detachable Pivot Eye
C MS2 Side Lug BB† MP1 Cap Fixed Clevis
CB MS1 Single End Angle BC† MP2 Cap Detachable Clevis
F MS4 Side Tapped
G MS7 End Lug Mount
H MF2 Cap Rectangular Flange (6"-8" only)
† For rear clevis mounts BE, BB and BC, rotation is limited due to sensor interference.

Table B – Cylinder Mounting Styles with Stop Tube Option

Mounting Mounting
Style N.F.P.A. Mounting Description Style N.F.P.A. Mounting Description
Code Style Code Style
J MF1 Head Rectangular Flange (2"-6")
T MX0 No Mount (Basic)
H MF2 Cap Rectangular Flange (6"-8" only)
D MT1 Head Trunnion
TB MX3 Tie Rods Extended Head End
DB MT2 Cap Trunnion
TE MX5 Sleeve Nut Mount BE† MP4 Detachable Pivot Eye
C MS2 Side Lug BB† MP1 Cap Fixed Clevis
CB MS1 Side End Angle BC† MP2 Cap Detachable Clevis
F MS4 Side Tapped JB ME3 Head Square (8")
G MS7 End Lug Mount
† For rear clevis mounts BE, BB and BC, rotation is limited due to sensor interference.

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Notes 2MA Series
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NOTES

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