PT8101, Cable Actuated Sensor
- Absolute Linear Position to 60 inches (1524 mm)
- Aluminum or Stainless Steel Enclosure Options
- VLS Option to Prevent Free
- Release Damage
- IP68 • NEMA 6 Protection
The PT8101 cable-actuated sensor represents a pinnacle of engineering for industrial environments demanding precise linear position measurement. Capable of measuring distances from 2 to 60 inches, this sensor integrates seamlessly with basic panel meters or programmable controllers, providing accurate data across full stroke ranges with an accuracy of ±0.1 to 1.0% and repeatability of ±0.02%. Its infinite resolution ensures the highest level of measurement detail, suitable for a wide array of applications.
Constructed to endure, the PT8101 offers enclosure options in powder-painted aluminum or stainless steel, each designed to withstand the rigors of industrial use. The sensor incorporates a high-cycle, plastic hybrid precision potentiometer, optimized for longevity and performance. The stainless steel or thermoplastic measuring cable is engineered to resist stretching and wear, further enhancing the unit's reliability.
Installation is straightforward and efficient, requiring only the mounting of the sensor's body to a stationary surface and attaching its cable to the moving object. Its design accommodates non-parallel alignment, making it exceptionally versatile and suitable for spaces where traditional rod-type sensors cannot fit. The PT8101's compact size when retracted (only 5 inches) and its IP68/NEMA 6 protection rating ensure it operates effectively in diverse environments, from factory floors to outdoor applications, providing a durable solution for linear measurement challenges.
Output Signal
Outline Drawing
The Celesco Velocity Limiting System (VLS) is a safety-enhancing option for the PT8000 Series cable extension transducers, designed to limit cable retraction speed to a safe 40 to 55 inches per second. This feature prevents the measuring cable from reaching damaging speeds during accidental releases, making it particularly beneficial for mobile applications with frequent cable disconnections and reconnections. The VLS effectively minimizes the risk of downtime due to cable mishandling or attachment failures.
| Type | Draw Wire |
| Full Scale | 50.8 mm [2"] |
| 127 mm [5"] | |
| 254 mm [10"] | |
| 381 mm [15"] | |
| 508 mm [20"] | |
| 635 mm [25"] | |
| 762 mm [30"] | |
| 1016 mm [40"] | |
| 1270 mm [50"] | |
| 1524 mm [60"] | |
| Non-Linearity | ±0.10 % FS |
| Resolution | Infinitesimal |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Min Temperature | -40 °C |
| Max Temperature | 90 °C |
- Linear position tracking in industrial automation and machinery
- Movement measurement in harsh, outdoor environments
- Integration with control systems for process monitoring
- Precision measurement in areas unsuitable for rod-type sensors
- Versatile installation options for complex industrial setups
PT8101 Datasheet Datasheet |
- Magnetostrictive
- Analog, Start/Stop, SSI or DyMoS Output
- Cylindrical Profile Housing
- Anodized Aluminum Housing
- Connection: 8-pin M12 or IEC 130-9 Round Connector (Options)
- Connection: 6-pin IEC IEC 130-9 Round Connector (Option)
- Connection: 1m, 3m or 5m Integral Cable (Options)
- Field-Teachable Zero and Limit Values
| Type | Magnetostrictive |
| Full Scale | 50 - 4250 mm |
| Output | 0 - 10 V DC, 0 - 20 mA, 4 - 20 mA |
| Non-Linearity | ±0.001 % FS, ±0.02 % FS, ±0.10 % FS |
| Resolution | 0.001 mm, 0.005 mm, Infinitesimal |
| Excitation | 24 V DC |
- Absolute Linear Position to 60 inches (1524 mm)
- Aluminum or Stainless Steel Enclosure Options
- VLS Option
- to Prevent Free Release Damage
- IP68 • NEMA 6 Protection
| Type | Draw Wire |
| Full Scale | 50.8 mm [2"], 127 mm [5"], 254 mm [10"], 381 mm [15"], 508 mm [20"], 635 mm [25"], 762 mm [30"], 1016 mm [40"], 1270 mm [50"], 1524 mm [60"] |
| Non-Linearity | ±0.15 % FS |
| Resolution | Infinitesimal |
| IP Rating | IP67, IP68 |
| Min Temperature | -40 °C |
- Magnetostrictive
- NOVOSTRICTIVE Non-Contacting Measurement Principle
- Analog, Start-Stop, SSI, DyMoS or Incremental Output
- Rectangular Profile Housing
- Anodized Aluminum Housing
- Connection: 8-pin Round M12 or IEC 130-9 Connector or 6-pin Round IEC 130-9 Connector (Option)
- Connection: 1m, 5m or 10m Integral Cable (Option)
- Insensitive to Shock & Vibration
| Type | Magnetostrictive |
| Full Scale | 50 - 4250 mm |
| Output | 0 - 10 V DC, 0 - 20 mA, 4 - 20 mA, Quadrature TTL, SSI |
| Non-Linearity | ±0.001 % FS, ±0.02 % FS, ±0.10 % FS |
| Resolution | 0.001 mm, 0.005 mm, Infinitesimal |
| Excitation | 24 V DC |
- Tape Actuated
- Analog, Programmable Analog, SSI or CAN Output
- Cylindrical Profile Housing
- Plastic/Stainless Steel
- Connection: Analog: 5-pin M12 Connector
- Connection: SSI: 5-pin M12 Connector
- Connection: CAN: 8-pin M12 Connector
- Stainless Steel Measuring Tape
| Type | Draw Wire |
| Full Scale | 250 mm, 375 mm, 500 mm, 750 mm, 1000 mm, 1250 mm, 1500 mm, 2000 mm, 2500 mm, 3000 mm, 3500 mm, 4000 mm |
| Output | 0.5 - 4.5 V DC, 0.5 - 10 V DC, 4 - 20 mA, SSI, CANopen, CAN SAE J1939 |
| Non-Linearity | ±0.05 % FS, ±0.10 % FS |
| Resolution | 0.01 mm, 0.05 mm |
| Excitation | 8 - 36 V DC, 10 - 36 V DC |
- Absolute Linear Position to 550 inches (1400 cm)
- Aluminum or Stainless Steel Enclosure Options
- VLS Option to Prevent Free
- Release Damage
- IP68
- • NEMA 6 Protection
| Type | Draw Wire |
| Full Scale | 1905 mm [75"], 2540 mm [100"], 3810 mm [150"], 5080 mm [200"], 6350 mm [250"], 7620 mm [300"], 8890 mm [350"], 10160 mm [400"], 11430 mm [450"], 12700 mm [500"], 13970 mm [550"] |
| Non-Linearity | ±0.10 % FS |
| IP Rating | IP67, IP68 |
| Min Temperature | -40 °C |
| Max Temperature | 90 °C |