Datasheet

SMART Position
Sensor, Rotary
Configuration
DESCRIPTION
Honeywell’s SMART Position Sensors are some of the most
durable, adaptable, and lightweight absolute position sensors
available in the industry, enabling highly accurate motion
control and improving operation efficiency and safety.
Why is the SMART Position Sensor smart? SMART means
that this is a sensor that can essentially think for itself. With the
SMART position technology, Honeywell has utilized MR
(magnetoresistive) technology through the ASIC (Application-
Specific Integrated Circuit) at a level never before
accomplished. The rotary configuration joins Honeywell’s
SMART Position Sensor family of proven linear and arc
configurations.
The SMART Position Sensor, Rotary Configuration, is a non-
contacting sensing solution for absolute position sensing with
enhanced accuracy. It senses the position of a magnet relative
to the sensor in a range of 0º to 360º.
Honeywell uses a patented combination of an ASIC and an
array of MR sensors to accurately and reliably determine the
position of a magnet collar attached to a rotating object so that
the object’s position can be determined or controlled. The
output and the MR sensor sequence determine the nearest
pair of MR sensors to the center of the magnet location. The
output of these two MR sensors is then used to determine the
position of the magnet between them.
The SMART Position Sensor, Rotary Configuration, fits on a
25,4 mm [1 in] shaft. A mounting tool fixture (purchased
separately) provides repeatable installation.
VALUE PROPOSITIONS ( = competitive differentiator)
Non-contact design: Eliminates mechanical failure
mechanisms, reducing wear, which improves reliability
and durability, and minimizes downtime
Combined patented MR sensor and ASIC technology
provides absolute position sensing:
Helps OEMs reduce warranty costs because they don’t
have to replace worn or broken component parts
Helps end-users reduce downtime due to fewer
calibration requirements
No internal moving parts: Automotive-grade potting
makes the sensor more resistant to vibration, shock, and
extreme temperatures, improving reliability
Repeatable output: Occurs within a 3,0 mm ±2,0 mm
[0.118 in ±0.079 in] air gap between the sensor and
magnet collar, expanding application opportunities
High accuracy: Measures values down to 0.01º; better
sensor accuracy can provide better system accuracy in
the application
IP67 and IP69K sealing: Allows for use in harsh
environments such as dust, immersion up to 1 m [39.37 in]
of water for 30 minutes, and high pressure water sprays
High shock and vibration resistance: Allows for use in a
wide variety of tough applications
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Minimal signal error: Exists up to 2,50 mm [0.10 in] of
radial error, simplifying design-in
RoHS-compliant: Materials meet Directive 2002/95/EC

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