MODEL 1203 ACCELEROMETERSPECIFICATIONSDIMENSIONSDC Response Triaxial Accelerometer
Durable, Low Noise Cable
Reliable Performance
Low Cost, Rugged

The Model 1203 Accelerometer is a small,compact triaxial device designed for vehicle impact and roadtesting. Its mechanical overload stops provide high shockprotection in rugged applications. Featuring ranges from±50g to ±1000 g and frequency response to 3000 Hz, thissensor is easily mounted in hard to reach places on vehicles
under test.

FEATURES

Advanced MEMS Sensing Element±50g to ±1000 g Dynamic Range
2-10 Vdc Excitation
0-50 °C Temperature Range±40 mV Zero Measurand Output
Gas Damping
Mechanical Overload Stops
Designed for Screw Mounting

APPLICATIONSSENSOR SOLUTIONS /// Model 1203 Rev A

Crash Testing
Vehicle Testing
Impact Testing
Off-Road Testing
Transportation Testing

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MODEL 1203 ACCELEROMETERPERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
All values are typical at ±24°C, 80 Hz and 10 Vdc excitation unless otherwise stated. Measurement Specialties reserves the right toupdate and change these specifications without notice.

Parameters
DYNAMIC
Range(g)Sensitivity (mV/g) 1
Frequency Response (Hz)Natural Frequency (Hz)Non-Linearity (% FS)
Damping Ratio
Transverse Sensitivity (%)
Shock Limit (g)

-0100

-0200

-0500

-1000±50
2.00-600
2000±10.7<33000±100
0.90-800
3000±10.5<33000±2000.90-10004000±10.5<34000±500
0.400-12006000±10.3<35000

±1000
0.15
0-15007000±10.1<35000

Notes

ELECTRICAL
Zero Acceleration Output (mV)
Excitation (Vdc)
Input Resistance (Ω)
Output Resistance (Ω)
Insulation Resistance (MΩ)
Ground Isolation

1-0050@ 10Vdc excitation±5%Typical<±40
2 to 102400-6000

2400-6000>100
Isolated from mounting surface.

ENVIRONMENTAL
Thermal Zero Shift (%FSO/°C)
Thermal Sensitivity Shift (%/°C)
Operating Temperature (°C)
Humidity

±0.05
±0.2
-20 to +85
Epoxy Sealed, IP65

PHYSICAL
Case Material
Cable
Weight (grams)
Mounting

Anodized Aluminum
12x #30 AWG Conductors, PFA Insulated, Braided Shield, PU Jacket
20
2x #4 or M3 socket head cap screws@50VdcFrom 0 to +50°C
From 0 to +50°C

Cable Not Included
Torque 8 lb-in (1 N-m)

Output is ratiometric to excitation voltage

Calibration supplied:

CS-FREQ-0100

NIST Traceable Amplitude Calibration from 20Hz to ±5% Frequency Limit

Optional accessories:

121
140A

Three Channel DC Differential Amplifier
Auto-zero Inline Amplifier

The information in this sheet has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be accurate; however, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, thisinformation does not convey to the purchaser of such devices any license under the patent rights to the manufacturer. Measurement Specialties, Inc. reserves theright to make changes without further notice to any product herein. Measurement Specialties, Inc. makes no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding thesuitability of its product for any particular purpose, nor does Measurement Specialties, Inc. assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any product or
circuit and specifically disclaims any and all liability, including without limitation consequential or incidental damages. Typical parameters can and do vary in different
applications. All operating parameters must be validated for each customer application by customer’s technical experts. Measurement Specialties, Inc. does notconvey any license under its patent rights nor the rights of others.

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MODEL 1203 ACCELEROMETER

ORDERING INFORMATIONPART NUMBERING

Model Number+Range+Cable Length+Options

1203-GGGG-ZZZ-XXX
ll
l_____Options (otherwise leave blank)
ll_________ Cable (360 is 360 inches)
l______________ Range (0100 is 100 g)
InstalledOptional Dash Numbers-001
5Vdc Calibration-002
2Vdc Calibration-007
Lemo FGG.1B.307 and Dallas DS2401

Example: 1203-1000-072
Standard Configuration: 1000g, 72” (30ft) cable, No Options

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