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X603 Intrinsically safe large angle tilt sensor

Compact and intrinsically safe tilt sensor for hazardous gas environments, offering high accuracy and stability for demanding industrial applications.


Key features

  • Intrinsically safe for gas Ex II 1G
  • High accuracy and repeatability
  • Compact stainless steel housing
  • Custom angle calibration (16°–160°)
  • Sealed to IP67 for harsh environments
  • Long service life, non-contact technology

Performance highlights

The X603 large angle tilt sensor is engineered for hazardous gas and vapour atmospheres. Using non-contact inductive technology, it ensures long-term stability, high durability, and precise linear output across wide angular ranges.

Usage conditions

  • Certified for ATEX / IECEx / UKEX, Ex II 1G
  • Operating temperature range: -20 °C to +80 °C
  • Intrinsically safe with galvanic barrier (e.g. Althen X005 amplifier)
  • Environmental sealing: IP67

Possible applications

  • Position monitoring in hazardous areas
  • Tilt angle measurement for industrial OEMs
  • Scientific equipment requiring certified tilt sensing
  • Robotics and automation in explosive environments

Advantages of choosing this product

With its rugged stainless steel design, the X603 offers both safety and performance for OEM integration. Customers benefit from custom calibration to their exact measurement angle, ensuring optimal fit in critical applications.

Other important features

  • Infinite resolution
  • EMC compliant to EN 61000-6-2 & EN 61000-6-3
  • Vibration resistance: IEC 68-2-6 (10 g)
  • Shock resistance: IEC 68-2-29 (40 g)

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Measuring range Factory set 16° to 160°
Linearity/hysteresis < ±0.25° up to 100°
Resolution Infinite
Response time 250 ms @ 20 °C
Operating temperature -20 °C to +80 °C
Storage temperature -40 °C to +125 °C
Intrinsic safety Ex II 1G, Ex ia IIC T4 Ga
Supply voltage +5 V (4.5–5.5 V)
Output signal 0.5–4.5 V (ratiometric)
Supply current 10–12 mA
Connector M12 4-pin (IP67)
Housing material Stainless steel
Sealing IP67
MTBF 350,000 hrs at 40 °C

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