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E138 Intrinsically safe slim-line linear position sensor

Compact and reliable sensor for linear position measurement in hazardous environments


Key features

  • Intrinsically safe ex ii 1gd, ex ia iic t4 ga, ex ia iiic t135°c da
  • Compact 19 mm diameter, short body length
  • Non-contact inductive technology, no wear
  • Calibrated travel from 51 to 100 mm
  • Linear output, high stability and accuracy
  • Environmental sealing to ip67, emc compliant

Performance highlights E138 Mid stroke slim-line linear position sensor

The E138 delivers accurate, repeatable position feedback across 51–100 mm travel with a ratiometric 0.5–4.5 v output. Frequency response exceeds 10 khz (-3 db). Linearity is ≤ ±0.25% fso at 20 °c, with low noise (<0.02% fso) and infinite resolution.

Usage conditions

Approved for hazardous areas with ex ii 1gd ratings: ex ia iic t4 ga and ex ia iiic t135°c da, ambient −40…+80 °c. Operating temperature −40…+80 °c (storage −40…+125 °c). Sealed to ip67 and qualified to en 61000-6-2 / en 61000-6-3 for emc. Use with a galvanic isolation barrier (x005 for e-series).

Possible applications

  • Position feedback in process & automation
  • Actuator and mechanism travel monitoring
  • Machine safety in zone 0/20 environments
  • Packaging, robotics and material handling
  • Test benches requiring compact sensors

Advantages of choosing this product

Slim 19 mm body and short overall length simplify integration where space is tight. Non-contact inductive technology eliminates mechanical wear. Five-wire connection is recommended for cable runs >10 m to preserve full accuracy. Multiple mounting and plunger options support fast installation.

Other important features

  • Body diameter 19 mm; axial/radial body lengths depend on stroke
  • Plunger Ø6 mm; free or captive; m4 female, m5 rod-eye, magnetic tip; optional spring-extend dome end
  • Vibration 10 g (iec 68-2-6), shock 40 g (iec 68-2-29), mtbf 350,000 h at 40 °c gf

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Body diameter 19mm
Calibrated travel 51–70 mm or 71–100 mm
Body length (axial / radial) at 51–70 mm travel 143 mm / 162 mm
Body length (axial / radial) at 71–100 mm travel 173 mm / 192 mm
Plunger Ø 6 mm; free or captive; fittings per options
Independent linearity ≤ ±0.25% fso @ 20 °c
Temperature coefficients < ±0.01%/°c gain & < ±0.01% fso/°c offset
Frequency response > 10 khz (-3 db)
Resolution infinite
Noise < 0.02% fso
Intrinsic safety ex ii 1gd; ex ia iic t4 ga (ta −40…+80 °c); ex ia iiic t135°c da (ta −40…+80 °c)
Sensor input parameters (connector option/s) ui 11.4 v, ii 0.20 a, pi 0.51 w; ci 1.16 μf, li 50 μh
Sensor input parameters (cable option/s) ui 11.4 v, ii 0.20 a, pi 0.51 w; ci 1.36 μf, li 860 μh with 1 km
Environmental temperature limits (operating / storage) −40…+80 °c / −40…+125 °c
Sealing ip67
EMC performance en 61000-6-2, en 61000-6-3
Vibration iec 68-2-6: 10 g; Shock: iec 68-2-29: 40 g; MTBF: 350,000 h 40 °c gf

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