Potentiometric transducer with TX2 mounting clamps

Manufacturer: Novotechnik
Category: Displacement, Linear Potentiometer, SENSORS, Potentiometric linear sensors, Linear Transducers

Novotechnik TX2 potentiometric transducer. Conductive plastic, with anodized aluminum housing.

Ø 16 mm potentiometric linear position transducer with adjustable mounting clamps. Electrical stroke from 25 to 300 mm. Independent linearity from ±0.05 to ±0.2%, repeatability 0.01 mm, IP67. Double-sealed stem. Connection via radial connector or radial cable.

Key points

Housing diameter Ø 16 mm
IP67 protection
Lifespan of up to 50 million movements (depending on the app)

Technical Frequently Asked Questions

What can be connected to the TX2 potentiometric transducer?

It can be connected to Novotechnik M8 connectors and cables, Novotechnik linear sensor couplings and mountings, process-controlled indicators with MAP display, and signal conditioners with power supply and standard outputs (see their datasheets) MUP and MUK.

How do I order the TX2 potentiometric transducer?

The order code has 6 fields: defined electrical range (mm), protection class, stem, mounting, electrical version, and connection. For example, TX2-0150-717-002-202 (Art. 400037406) is the version with a defined electrical range of 150 mm, IP67 with a single-sided stem, M5 threaded stem, mounting clamps, linearized version, and a 2 m NT standard cable with radial exit. All order references with their corresponding Art. 400037406 are listed in the reference table on this page.

Under what conditions does the TX2 potentiometric transducer operate?

Operating temperature: -40 … +85 °C with connector / -20 … +100 °C with cable. Protection: IP67 (use connector with IP67 or higher).

Properties

Feature	Specification
Description
Housing	Anodized aluminum
Mounting	Mounting clamps; see drawing
Stem	Stainless steel (1.4305), swivel, M5 external thread
Bearing	Sintered bronze bushing
Resistive element	Conductive plastic
Cursor	precious metal multi-finger
Electrical connection	3-pole M8x1 round connector / 4-wire PUR cable, 4x 0.14 mm², shielded, 2 m
Electrical data
Exit sign	Voltage divider
Resistance tolerance	±20 %
Repeatability	0.01 mm
Resolution	better than 0.01 mm
Recommended cursor current	≤ 1 µA
Maximum cursor current in case of failure	10 mA
Maximum permissible applied voltage	42 V
Effective temperature coefficient of the output/applied voltage ratio	typ. 5 ppm/K
Insulation resistance (500 VDC)	≥ 10 MΩ
Dielectric strength (500 VAC, 50 Hz)	≤ 100 µA
Mechanical data
Drive force, horizontal and vertical	< 5 N (at 20 °C)
Tearing force	max. 15 N (*)
Environmental conditions
Working temperature	-40 … +85 °C with plug / -20 … +100 °C with cable
Working humidity	0 … 95 % HR (non-condensing)
Vibration	5 … 2000 Hz, Amax = 0.75 mm, amax = 20 g
Shock	50 g, 6 ms
Life	> 50 x 10⁶ typical movements.
Maximum working speed	5 m/s
DIN EN 60529 protection	IP67 (use a connector with IP67 or higher)
IP67 test conditions	Manufacturing state, 1 m water depth, 0.5 h
Stem sealing	Wear depends on the application and the cycles

Reference	Configuration
TX2-0025-717-002-101TX20025717002101	Art. 400037301 · Defined range: 25 mm · Connection: M8 connector
TX2-0025-717-002-202TX20025717002202	Art. 400037401 · Defined range: 25 mm · Connection: 2 m cable
TX2-0050-717-002-101TX20050717002101	Art. 400037302 · Defined range: 50 mm · Connection: M8 connector
TX2-0050-717-002-202TX20050717002202	Art. 400037402 · Defined range: 50 mm · Connection: 2 m cable
TX2-0075-717-002-101TX20075717002101	Art. 400037303 · Defined range: 75 mm · Connection: M8 connector
TX2-0075-717-002-202TX20075717002202	Art. 400037403 · Defined range: 75 mm · Connection: 2 m cable
TX2-0100-717-002-101TX20100717002101	Art. 400037304 · Defined range: 100 mm · Connection: M8 connector
TX2-0100-717-002-202TX20100717002202	Art. 400037404 · Defined range: 100 mm · Connection: 2 m cable
TX2-0150-717-002-101TX20150717002101	Art. 400037306 · Defined range: 150 mm · Connection: M8 connector
TX2-0150-717-002-202TX20150717002202	Art. 400037406 · Defined range: 150 mm · Connection: 2 m cable
TX2-0200-717-002-101TX20200717002101	Art. 400037308 · Defined range: 200 mm · Connection: M8 connector
TX2-0200-717-002-202TX20200717002202	Art. 400037408 · Defined range: 200 mm · Connection: 2 m cable
TX2-0250-717-002-101TX20250717002101	Art. 400037309 · Defined range: 250 mm · Connection: M8 connector
TX2-0250-717-002-202TX20250717002202	Art. 400037409 · Defined range: 250 mm · Connection: 2 m cable
TX2-0300-717-002-101TX20300717002101	Art. 400037310 · Defined range: 300 mm · Connection: M8 connector
TX2-0300-717-002-202TX20300717002202	Art. 400037410 · Defined range: 300 mm · Connection: 2 m cable