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MEMS Digital In-place Inclinometer System

RST’s new, MEMS Digital In-Place Inclinometer (IPI) System is designed to reliably measure lateral movement in and around dams, embankments, landfills, landslides, piles, piers, retaining walls, and abutments, particularly when continuous remote monitoring is required. It provides an early warning for movements, essential for protecting life and equipment.

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Overview

MEMS Digital In-Place Inclinometer (IPI) Systems are designed to measure lateral movement when remote and continuous monitoring is required.

Horizontal IPI sensors are also available for vertical deformation applications as well as inclined versions upon request. Each IPI employs MEMS accelerometer sensors housed inside a 28.1 mm (1.125 in) diameter, water-tight, stainless steel enclosure. The sensor body is rigidly connected to a 25.4 mm (1.0 in) diameter bay rod which establishes the length of the IPI. Multiple IPIs are assembled with pivots allowing sensing of displacement over discreet, configurable intervals. Wheel assemblies centralize the pivot point and establish the azimuth of each IPI. They are available in sizes to fit 70 mm (2.75 in) or 85 mm (3.34 in) OD inclinometer casing. The sensors are read through a connectorized signal cable which chains together multiple sensors. A data logger is used to monitor the deflection of each sensor on the digital bus. If necessary, an alarm can be triggered when movement reaches a threshold rate or magnitude.

Product features

  • Up to 70% reduction in installation time compared to previous generation
  • IP68 (2 MPa), stainless steel enclosure
  • Wet-mate submersible connector
  • Precision locking & tools free bay rod connections

 

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Ease of use

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Features and benefits

MEMS Digital In-Place Inclinometer Sensor Specifications

Range± 30°
Resolution0.0002° (0.004 mm/m)
Sensor Precision± 0.0013° (0.02 mm/m)1
± 0.0005° (0.01 mm/m)2
Sensor 24  h Stability± 0.03° mm/m1
± 0.01° mm/m2
System Precision± 0.5 mm for 30 m IPI (15 sensors @ 2 m, 6
months, repeatability conditions in borehole)
SensorMEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) Accelerometer
Temperature Dependent Uncertainty± 0.016 mm/m/°C (±0.001°/°C) , for ± 5° from vertical
± 0.033 mm/m/°C (±0.002°/°C) , for ± 15° from vertical
Temperature Accuracy± 0.5 °C (0°C to 60°C)
± 1.0 °C (-40°C to 60°C)
Temperature Resolution0.06°C

Electrical Specifications

Supply Voltage5 to 15V DC
Operating Current490 uA (Reading Average, per sensor)
Standby Current<20uA (per sensor)
Signal OutputRS485 Digital Bus (MODBUS RTU Protocol)
Operating Temp.-40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F)

Mechanical Specifications

Ingress ProtectionIP68 (2 MPa)
Gauge Length0.5 to 3 m
Sensor Diameter28.6 mm (1.125 in)
Bay Rod Diameter25.4 mm (1.0 in)
Wheel Assembly70 mm (2.75 in)
85 mm (3.34 in)
System Maximum Weight180 kgf
Sensor & Bay Rod Assembly Weight (dry, submerged H20)0.5m: 1.25, 1.00 kgf
1.0m: 1.63, 1.12 kgf
1.5m: 2.00, 1.24 kgf
2.0m: 2.37, 1.36 kgf
3.0m: 3.11, 1.60 kgf

1:99% Confidence Interval, 2:68% Confidence Interval

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