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ASC TSF-360-CAN fluidic tilt sensor

Uniaxial 360° fluidic tilt sensor with digital CAN output, high resolution and robust aluminium housing for renewable energy, construction and agricultural applications


Key features

  • Fluidic capacitive tilt sensor, uniaxial
  • Measurement range: 360°
  • CAN/CANopen digital interface
  • Accuracy: <0.15° (typical <0.10°)
  • Resolution: <0.01°
  • Internal compensation over operating and temperature range
  • Robust anodized aluminium housing, IP67
  • Shock resistance up to 5,000 g
  • DC response
  • Customized connector cable available

About the ASC TSF-360-CAN fluidic tilt sensor

The ASC TSF-360-CAN is based on proven fluidic tilt sensor technology and utilizes the physical principle that a liquid surface always aligns horizontally under the influence of gravity. Using a capacitive electrode arrangement, the tilt angle is measured with high resolution and accuracy.

The sensor integrates robust MEMS fluidic elements with digital electronics and ensures precise inclination data across the full 360° measurement range. Accuracy is better than 0.15° over the entire range, with typical values <0.10°. With a resolution of <0.01°, the sensor is suitable for demanding monitoring applications.

Measurement data is internally digitized and transmitted via a CAN or CANopen interface. A flexible supply voltage of 9 to 32 VDC ensures compatibility with a wide range of systems. Internal temperature compensation ensures stable performance between −40 °C and +85 °C.

Operating Conditions

The sensor is housed in a rugged anodized aluminum enclosure with IP67 protection and is designed for reliable operation in harsh outdoor environments. With a standard 5-pin M12 connector, it can be easily integrated into existing systems. At just 80 g, it is lightweight yet robust.

Features

  • Single-axis
  • Digital output
  • Anodized aluminum housing
  • IP67 protection
  • Made in Germany
  • Range: 360°
  • DC response
  • High resolution
  • Temperature compensated
  • Low cross-axis sensitivity
  • Excellent long-term bias stability
  • Industrial temperature range
  • High shock resistance

Applications

  • Alignment of cranes and construction machinery
  • Alignment of solar tracking systems
  • Vehicle alignment in agricultural applications
  • Monitoring of renewable energy systems
  • Monitoring of bridge and structural tilt

Options

  • Digital interfaces: CAN / CANopen

Fields of Application

  • Automotive
  • Special vehicle construction
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Civil engineering
  • Aerospace engineering
  • Marine engineering
  • Environmental engineering
  • Solar technology

Advantages of this sensor

The ASC TSF-360-CAN combines the simplicity of the fluidic measurement principle with digital CAN connectivity. Engineers benefit from high accuracy, long-term stability, robust housing, and easy integration, making it a reliable solution for industrial, energy, and infrastructure projects.

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Technical Specifications

Specification Value
Measurement range 360° (uniaxial)
Accuracy (−10…+40 °C) <0.10°
Accuracy (−40…+85 °C) <0.15°
Resolution <0.01°
Scale factor (sensitivity) 2000 mV/g
Sample rate <180 ms
Settling time <1 s
Supply voltage 9–32 VDC
Operating current consumption 20 mA (at 9 V), 9 mA (at 32 V)
Output CAN/CANopen
Baud rate (standard) 250 kbit/s
Baud rate (options) 10–500 kbit/s selectable
Case isolation Yes
Operating temperature −40 °C … +85 °C
Storage temperature −40 °C … +85 °C
Protection class IP67
Sensing element MEMS fluidic
Housing material Anodized aluminium
Connector 5-pin M12 (IEC 61076-2-101)
Mounting Screw holes for 2 mounting options
Weight 80 g

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