E505 Rotary Inductive Position Sensor
Compact and highly accurate rotary position sensor with full 360° freedom, ideal for hazardous gas and dust areas.
Key features
- Intrinsically safe for Gas and Dust (Ex II 1GD)
- High-accuracy non-contact inductive measurement
- Compact 19 mm diameter stainless steel housing
- Custom angle settings between 15° and 160°
- Long service life and tested for 16+ million cycles
- Sealing to IP67 for harsh industrial environments
About the E505 Rotary Inductive Position Sensor
The E505 is a compact rotary sensor using non-contact inductive technology, designed for high-precision feedback in demanding environments. It ensures stable, linear output across a calibrated range and operates reliably in extreme conditions from -40°C to +80°C. The sensor offers infinite resolution and a high frequency response (>10 kHz).
Usage conditions
Certified for hazardous areas (Ex II 1GD), the E505 is intrinsically safe for gas/vapour (Zones 0–2) and dust (Zone 20), with ATEX, IECEx, and UKEX compliance. It offers full 360° shaft rotation and is designed to work with Althen’s X005 galvanic isolation amplifier for safe operation.
Possible applications
- Valve or actuator position monitoring in chemical plants
- Rotary displacement in offshore oil and gas systems
- Shaft angle feedback in industrial automation
- Motor position feedback in ATEX-classified areas
- Process control systems requiring high accuracy and reliability
Advantages of choosing this product
The E505 offers outstanding performance in a compact format, ideal for OEMs and engineers needing precise angular measurement in space-constrained or hazardous environments. Custom calibration, robust housing, and flexible mounting make integration fast and efficient.
Other important features
- Torque: <15 mNm (static)
- EMC protection to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Output: 0.5 – 4.5 V ratiometric with 5V supply
- Various electrical connection options (cable or M8 connector)
- Flange or servo mount options
- MTBF: 350,000 hours at 40°C
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Talk to an expertTechnical Specifications
Specification | Value |
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Body diameter | 19mm |
Body length (to seal face) | 45.4 mm |
Shaft | 8 mm Ø, 4 mm flat |
Linearity | ≤ ±0.25% FSO @ 20°C (up to 100°) |
Frequency response | >10 kHz (-3 dB) |
Resolution | Infinite |
Noise | <0.02% FSO |
Torque | <15 mNm (static) |
Operating temperature | -40°C to +80°C |
Storage temperature | -40°C to +125°C |
Sealing | IP67 |
EMC compliance | EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3 |
Vibration resistance | IEC 68-2-6: 10g |
Shock resistance | IEC 68-2-29: 40g |
Intrinsic safety certification | Ex II 1GD, Ex ia IIC T4 Ga, Ex ia IIIC T135°C Da |
Output | 0.5 – 4.5V ratiometric |
Supply voltage | +5V (4.5 – 5.5V) |
Cable options | 3-core or 5-core (up to 1000m) |
Mounting | Flange (default), Servo (optional) |
Recommended amplifier | Althen X005 Galvanic Isolation Amplifier |
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