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3.2.1
TX34D/1/IFM Input Connections & Scaling
Input sensitivity of the transmitter input is set by a sending a command from the RE3D demodulator unit. This sets the gain
of the input amplifier as required by sending a command over the inductive power supply. Signal source offsets can also be
removed by the programmable amplifier, this again is controlled by the RE3D.
3.2.2
TX34D/1/IFM Calculation of Shunt Calibration Resistor "Rcal"
Two solder pins P5 and P6 are provided for the incorporation of a user fitted shunt calibration resistor (Rcal). The shunt
calibration facility is incorporated into the input stage and is activated by a command from the RE3D. A shunt calibration
resistor is connected across one arm of the strain gauge input circuit for a period of 10 seconds, this is either a DC or AC
signal at various frequencies. The shunt calibration resistor is user fitted across two solder pins. The micro-controller in the
transmitter switches the resistor between "0VEX" and "-SIG" pins for 10 seconds. This feature is mainly suitable for
inductively powered transmitters, since the command can be sent whilst the shaft is rotating, providing a "Remote
Calibration" facility. Required value for the calibration resistor Rcal, may be calculated from the following equation. The
calculation can also be done using the Strain Tx Setup – Cal Resistor menu in the RE3D.
Transmitters with 4.096VEx
For example;
3.2.3
TX34D/1/IFM Mounting and Cover Plate
The TX34D/1/IFM uses the TX31D/1/IFM mounting system as they share the same housing. The TX34D/1/IFM can be
mounted on a plate surface by using M3 bolts through the 4 corner holes or it may be fixed onto a shaft using the
strapping attachment plate included in the CAK kit.
If the transmitter is inductively powered a mu metal cover plate may be required. This is necessary when the transmitter
is close to the pickup head IH2 or loop IL2. Failure to do this may result in a zero shift once per revolution, due to
inductive power magnetic field pickup.
To minimise noise levels and stray signal pickup;
5.
Use screened cable for the strain gauge leads
6.
Fit the supplied mu metal cover to screen the transmitter circuitry
7.
Connect the signal cable screen to transmitter housing
8.
Ground the transmitter to the shaft
1024 x Gauge Resistance
Required Signal in mV
Calibration Resistor in Ohms =
- (0.5 x Gauge Resistance)
1024 x 350
2 mV
- (0.5 x 350)
Calibration Resistor in Ohms =
= 179,025 ohms
Figure 4 – TX31D with Strapping Plate and Mu Metal Cover
Содержание TX31D/1/IFM
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