GAM900S - Acceleration sensor

GAM900S – Acceleration Sensor (3-Axis) – FAQ

1. What is the GAM900S?
   The GAM900S is a three-axis acceleration sensor designed for high-performance industrial applications. It measures acceleration up to ±2 g with high resolution and is built to meet rigorous safety and interference standards.

2. What are the electrical specifications?

   • Voltage Supply: 10…30 VDC
   • Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes
   • No-Load Consumption: ≤200 mA at 24 VDC
   • Initializing Time: ≤2000 ms after power on
   • Interfaces:
     • Digital: CANopen®
     • Analog: 4…20 mA (with optional 0…10 V)
   • Frequency Bands: 4 configurable frequency bands
   • Resolution: Less than 4 mg
   • Accuracy (3σ with bandpass filtering):
     • ±60 mg in the ±1000 mg range
     • ±15 mg in the ±250 mg range
   • Status Indicator: DUO-LED integrated in the housing

3. What interference and safety standards does it meet?

   • Interference Immunity: DIN EN 61000-6-2, EN 61326-3-1
   • Emitted Interference: DIN EN 61000-6-4
   • Approvals: UL approval (E63076) and TÜV Rheinland certification
   • Safety Certifications (Optional):
     • PLd per EN ISO 13849-1:2008+AC:2009, with Performance Level PLd, Category 3, MTTFd of 393 years, and DCavg of 86%
     • SIL CL2 per EN 62061:2005+AC:2010+A1:2013 and SIL2 per IEC 61508-1..7:2010
     • PFHD of 2.5E-09 1/h, PFDavg of 2.1E-04, with an error reaction time of <50 ms

4. What are the mechanical design specifications?

   • Dimensions (W x H x L): 55 x 30 x 90 mm
   • Protection Rating: IP67 (DIN EN 60529)
   • Materials:
     • GAM900S-M: Aluminum
     • GAM900S-P: Glass-fiber reinforced plastic
   • Operating Temperature: –40°C to +75°C
   • Vibration Resistance: 20 g over 60–2000 Hz (per DIN EN 60068-2-6)
   • Shock Resistance: 100 g for 6 ms (per DIN EN 60068-2-27)
   • Weight: Approximately 200 g (plastic version) or 250 g (aluminum version)

5. How is the sensor connected?
   The GAM900S features an M12 connector (12-pin) and is typically provided with a 1 m cable, ensuring robust and reliable connections in industrial networks.

6. What applications is the GAM900S suited for?
   The sensor is ideal for automotive, industrial, and safety-critical applications requiring precise acceleration measurements. Its high resolution, robust design, and comprehensive safety features make it well-suited for monitoring dynamic behavior in harsh environments.

7. Where can I get more information or support?
   For additional technical details, configuration guidance, or support, please refer to the manufacturer’s datasheet or contact our technical support team. For further inquiries, feel free to reach out to us via our sales or support channels.