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  • A603 High-Precision Platform-Mount Tiltmeter

A603 High Precision Platform-Mount Tiltmeter

Including two switchable gains and two low-pass filter settings.


Key features

  • High gain range ±0.0115°–±0.00115°
  • With two switchable gains and low-pass filter settings
  • Ultra-high sensitivity down to <2.5 nrad

About the A603 High-Precision Platform Inclinometer

 – platform-mounted tilt sensor for ultra-fine tilt and deformation measurements

The A603 Platform Inclinometer is a highly precise, rugged tilt measurement instrument for demanding monitoring and leveling tasks. It uses an absolute, gravity-referenced electrolytic sensor and features two switchable gains as well as two low-pass filter settings—ideal for tailoring measurement behavior and signal smoothing to your application.

Why A603?

In geophysical and metrology applications, every nanoradian matters: the A603 achieves ultra-high sensitivity down to < 2.5 nrad with virtually no long-term drift. The output signal is a stable ±8 VDC (or ±16 VDC differential)—perfect for precise data acquisition and long-term monitoring.

Benefits

  • Absolute gravity-referenced electrolytic sensor for maximum stability
  • Two switchable gains + two low-pass filter settings for flexible signal optimization
  • Very high resolution (depending on version, down to < 2.5 nrad)
  • 2-axis measurement (X/Y) + temperature channel
  • Rugged design for continuous field measurements and industrial environments

Typical applications

The A603 is the preferred solution for:

  • Volcano monitoring
  • High-precision geotechnical applications
  • Bridge deflection/deformation monitoring
  • Precision metrology
  • Radar platform leveling and other high-accuracy tilt monitoring tasks

Technical highlights

  • Output: ±8 VDC (single-ended), ±16 VDC (differential)
  • Axes: 2 (X-tilt, Y-tilt) + temperature
  • Filter / time constant: filter ON 7.5 s, OFF 0.5 s
  • Supply: ±11 to ±15 VDC (reverse polarity protected)
  • Operating temperature: −25 °C to +70 °C

Versions / selection guide

Depending on the required sensitivity and measurement range, several versions are available, including:

  • A603-A (High Gain)
  • A603-B
  • A603-C (Ultra-High Gain)

RoHS versions are available to order (A603-A-ROHS / A603-B-ROHS / A603-C-ROHS).

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Dimensions 24 x 24 x 12.7 cm
High-gain range ±0.0115°- ±0.00115°
Housing Anodized & painted aluminum
Low-gain range ±0.115°
Output ±8 VDC (single-ended), ±16 VDC (differential)
Power requirement ±11 to ±15 VDC @ +11 and -6mA
Resolution <25 nradians - <2.5 nradians
Temperature range -25 to +70°C

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