Datasheet
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Vibration Sensors – VS Vibration Sensors
Handling Precautions cont.
Vibration Sensors in General
• For outdoor usage and usage in special environments that exceed the conditions given in this product specication,
please test and conrm operation in the specic target environment before use.
• Hold the connector body when attaching or detaching the connector.
• Do not touch the mating face with wet hands.
• Make sure to wipe off any moisture present on or near the connector before use.
• Do not pull on the connector or the cable. This can break the connector or disconnect the cable.
• This product detects vibration and may be affected by cable vibrations, depending on the installation conditions. It is
recommended that the cable be slightly slack and xed to a stationary surface or the same surface as the sensor.
• When using the sensor, connect a load resistance of 100kΩ or higher to the sensor output terminals.
• This sensor uses ceramic material and are breakable in case of strong shocks due to drop, etc.
• Do not touch the sensor body or cable during operation. This can cause malfunction.
• Avoid installations conditions where pressure is continuously applied to the sensor, e.g., installation where the sensor
body is sandwiched or exposed to an applied pressure. This can lead to distortion of the case, which will adversely affect
sensor performance, and may cause breakage.
• Any modications to the sensor after shipping will invalidate the warranty.
• In mission critical applications, we urge users to take appropriate measures, such as providing redundancy, to prevent a
large effect on operation of the customer’s products and systems in the event of sensor failures.
• Do not operate or store in dusty high temperature environment, near re, under strong light or sunshine, in the air
containing salt or oil.
• KEMET recommends that maximum storage temperature not exceed 85°C for VS-JV10A and 75°C for VS-BV203-B and
maximum storage humidity not exceed 90% relative humidity and atmospheres should be free of chlorine and sulfur
bearing compounds. Temperature uctuations should be minimized to avoid condensation on the parts.
• Handle products properly as industrial waste. When disposing, please contact your local waste disposal service and make
sure the disposal methods meet all legal requirements.
• Vibration sensors’ stock should be used promptly, preferably within 1 year of receipt.