PSC-360

Rotary End-of-Shaft Hall-Effect Position Sensor

The robust PSC-360 is a cost-effective non-contacting rotary position sensor that provides high performance in harsh environments such as transportation, industrial and medical applications. This compact sensor of Piher Sensing Systems is truly non-contacting with a permanent magnet that is securely fastened to the shaft and acts as the only moving component in the sensor.

Redundant versions provide independent voltage outputs with fully customizable characteristics. Full redundancy with two separate supplies and grounds is possible too.

Additionally, a switch output can optionally be configured. The endless rotation sensor is highly configurable with a programmable angular range between 15 and 360 degrees, different signal output options and support for low and high-voltage power supply.

Sealed, flange mounted for easy positioning and with fly leads, it can be customized to fit any desired connector configuration.

KEY FEATURES

Contactless Operation

Without any gears or mechanical interfaces the sensor is easily assembled and calibrated and subject to limited wear and tear over lifetime.

360 degree absolute position feedback

Endless mechanical rotational angle without dead band, keeps the position on power loss with programmable electrical angles from 15 to 360 degrees.

Made for harsh environments

The rugged package protects the sensor from dust, moisture, vibration and extreme temperatures for usage in the most demanding environments.

Durable and robust design

The non-contacting design allows for an extra-long product lifetime of up to 50 million cycles.

Adaptable to your requirements

Programmable transfer function and switch outputs as well as different output protocols and redundancy levels available

Integrated shaft

The magnet is securely fastened to the shaft and acts as only moving component in the sensor.

SPECIFICATIONS

		PSC-360	PSC-360U
Linearity*	Analog, PWM CAN	±1% absolute (±0.5% on request) ±3 degrees absolute
Electrical angular range		Configurable from 15° to 360°
Output protocols		Analog (Ratiometric) PWM CAN SAE J1939 CAN Open	Analog (Ratiometric) PWM Serial Protocol (SPI)
Output		Simple Redundant Full-redundant
Switch output		On request	Programmable
Resolution	Analog, PWM, CAN SPI	Up to 12 bit n/a	Up to 12 bit Up to 14 bit
Supply voltage**		5V ±10% 7V to 15V	5V ±10% 12V ±10% 15V ±10%
Supply current	Single output Redundant output CAN output	Typ 8.5 mA Typ 17 mA Typ 47 mA
Voltage protection		±10V
Self-diagnostic features		yes

* Ferromagnetic materials close to the sensor (i.e. shaft, mounting surface) may affect the sensor’s linearity.
** Voltages up to 25V possible on request