GAM900 - Acceleration sensors

GAM900 - Acceleration Sensors – FAQ

1. What is the GAM900?
   The GAM900 is a three-axis acceleration sensor designed for precise motion and vibration monitoring. It features a measurement range of ±2 g and is ideal for industrial applications requiring high-resolution acceleration data.

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: Options include 4…20 mA or 0…10 V outputs
   • Frequency Bands: 6 configurable frequency bands

3. What are the sensor’s performance specifications?

   • Measuring Range: ±2 g
   • Resolution: Less than 4 mg
   • Accuracy (3σ):
     • ±35 mg in the ±1000 mg range
     • ±10 mg in the ±250 mg range
   • Status Indicator: Integrated DUO-LED in the housing

4. What interference and safety standards does it meet?

   • Interference Immunity: Compliant with DIN EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61326-3-1
   • Emitted Interference: Meets DIN EN 61000-6-4
   • Approvals: UL approval/E63076
   • Optional Safety Features:
     • PLd according to EN ISO 13849-1:2008 + AC:2009
     • SIL CL2 according to EN 62061:2005 + AC:2010 + A1:2013
     • SIL2 according to IEC 61508-1…7:2010

5. What are the mechanical design specifications?

   • Dimensions (W x H x L): 55 x 30 x 90 mm
   • Protection Rating: Up to IP67 (per DIN EN 60529)
   • Material Options:
     • GAM900-M: Aluminum
     • GAM900-P: Glass-fiber reinforced plastic
   • Operating Temperature: –40°C to +85°C
   • Vibration Resistance: 20 g (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)

6. How is the sensor connected?
   The GAM900 uses an M12 connector with 12 pins for robust and reliable electrical connections.

7. Where can I get more information or support?
   For further details, technical drawings, and configuration support, please refer to the manufacturer’s datasheet or contact our technical support team. If you have additional questions, please feel free to reach out to us.

If you need assistance in selecting the right configuration or have further inquiries, please contact our sales team or technical support.