X118 Short stroke slim-line linear position sensor
Compact, high-accuracy linear sensor designed for short stroke measurements in hazardous gas or vapor environments.
Key features
- Intrinsically safe: Ex II 1G for gas/vapour
- Compact 19 mm diameter stainless steel body
- Non-contacting inductive technology
- Calibrated stroke from 2 to 50 mm
- Infinite resolution, low noise < 0.02% FSO
- Environmental sealing up to IP67
Performance highlights
The X118 delivers precise, repeatable linear position measurements in environments where intrinsic safety is critical. With a compact 19 mm housing and non-contact inductive technology, the sensor offers high durability, infinite resolution, and linearity better than ±0.25% FSO at 20°C.
Usage conditions
- Operating temperature: -40°C to +80°C
- Certified for use in hazardous zones (ATEX / IECEx / UKEX)
- EMC performance per EN 61000-6-2 / 6-3
- Designed for use with Althen’s X005 galvanic isolation amplifier for optimal performance
Possible applications
- Pneumatic and hydraulic cylinder position feedback
- OEM machine integration in hazardous areas
- Short stroke position sensing in chemical or oil & gas industries
- Valve and actuator monitoring systems
- Research test benches for high-accuracy short displacement measurement
Advantages of choosing this product
This sensor is ideal when compact design, safety compliance, and high-performance feedback are essential. It's factory calibrated for custom travel lengths, includes EMC protection, and can be combined with Althen’s signal conditioning for turnkey integration.
Other important features
- Flange, rod-eye, or clamp mounting options
- Plunger with M4/M5 thread, magnetic tip, or spring load
- Three or five-wire mode for long cable runs (up to 1000m)
- Ratiometric analog output: 0.5 - 4.5 V
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Talk to an expertTechnical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Sensor type | Linear, non-contact inductive |
| Output | 0.5 – 4.5V ratiometric with 5V supply |
| Linearity | ≤ ±0.25% FSO @ 20°C (optional: ±0.1%) |
| Resolution | Infinite |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to +80°C |
| Storage temperature | -40°C to +125°C |
| Frequency response | >10 kHz |
| Noise | < 0.02% FSO |
| Body diameter | 19 mm |
| Stroke length | 2 mm to 50 mm |
| Intrinsic safety | Ex II 1G, Ex ia IIC T4 Ga |
| Protection rating | IP67 |
| Cable length max. | Up to 1000 m (5-wire mode recommended) |
| Mounting options | Flange, rod-eye, body clamp |
| Plunger options | Free/captive, threaded, spring-loaded, magnetic |
| Power supply | +5V (4.5 - 5.5V), 10-12 mA |
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