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Tilt Beam
MEMS Tilt Beams measure differential movements in structures and consist of a MEMS sensor mounted on a rigid, fiberglass beam which is available in varying lengths.
Overview
Overview
MEMS Tilt Beam is mounted on anchor bolts set into the structure being monitored. MEMS Tilt Beams can be installed on any structure by joining together lengths of beams and are extremely accurate in generating movement profiles over long distances. Readings are taken with a manual readout by connecting at the end of the single cable linking all the bussed beams, or with a data logger at a remote monitoring station.
Product features
- Simple construction with no moving parts to damage
- Convenient to install on any structure and easy to use
- Easily adaptable to data logging
- Integrated temperature sensor
Benefits
Benefits
Data insights
Ease of use
Improve safety
Features and benefits
Features and benefits
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Range | ±30° |
| Resolution (digital) | ±0.0002° (0.004 mm/m)¹ |
| Sensor Precision | ±0.0013° (0.02 mm/m)¹ |
| ±0.0005° (0.01 mm/m)² | |
| Sensor 24hr Stability | ±0.03° mm/m¹ |
| ±0.01° mm/m² | |
| Sensor | MEMS (Micro-Electro- Mechanical Systems) Accelerometer, Uniaxial |
| 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 Resolution | 0.06 °C |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F) |
1: 99% Confidence Interval
2: 68% Confidence Interval
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Beam Dimensions | 51 X 51 mm (2 X 2 in.) |
| Gauge Length | 0.5, 1, 1.5, 2 or 3 m (1.5, 3, 5, 6.5, 10 ft.) |
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