MODEL EGCS-D5
ACCELEROMETERSPECIFICATIONS

dimensions

Rugged Piezoresistive Design
DC Response, Critically Damped±50g to ±10,000g Range
DC to 10kHz Response
Fits Popular Shock Accelerometer Mounting Bolt
Pattern

The Model EGCS-D5 accelerometer is critically dampedwith built-in over-range stops that are set to protect the unit
against up to 20,000g shocks. This is ideal for applications
which may experience rough handling or in situations where
the accelerometer must survive a high initial overload inorder to make a low g measurement. These units feature aWheatstone Bridge output with compensated temperature
range of +20 to +80ºC. An inline amplifier option is available
for superior signal to noise performance.

FEATURES

±50g to ±10,000g Dynamic Range
Heavy Duty, Rugged
Static and Dynamic Measurement
DC to 10,000Hz Frequency Response±1% Non-Linearity-40ºC to +100ºC Temperature Range
Inline Amplifier Option

APPLICATIONS

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Metal-to-Metal Mechanical Shock
Impact Testing
Building Construction
Pile Driving
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MODEL EGCS-D5 ACCELEROMETERPERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
All values are typical at +24°C, 80Hz and 15Vdc excitation unless otherwise stated. Measurement Specialties reserves the right to update
and change these specifications without notice.
Parameters
DYNAMIC
Range (g)Sensitivity (mV/g)1
Frequency Response (Hz)Frequency Response (Hz)Natural Frequency (Hz)Non-Linearity (%FSO)
Transverse Sensitivity (%)
Damping Ratio
Shock Limit (g)±50
40-3600-600
1200±1<30.75000

ELECTRICAL
Zero Acceleration Output (mV)
Excitation Voltage (Vdc)Input Resistance (Ω)
Output Resistance (Ω)
Insulation Resistance (MΩ)
Ground Isolation±20 Differential
15 (can be used from 2 to 15Vdc but lower excitation voltage will decrease sensitivity accordingly)
2000 Nominal
1000 Nominal>100 @50Vdc
Isolated from Mounting Surface

ENVIRONMENTAL
Thermal Zero Shift
Thermal Sensitivity Shift
Operating Temperature
Compensated Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity±2.0mV / 50°C (±2.0mV / 100°F)±2.5% / 50°C (±2.5% / 100°F)-40 to +100°C (-40 to +212°F)+20 to+80°C (+70 to +170°F), contact factory for other temperature compensation options-40 to +100°C (-40 to +212°F)
Epoxy Sealed, IP65

PHYSICAL
Case Material
Cable
WeightMounting

Stainless Steel4x #30 AWG Leads, PTFE Insulated, Braided Shield, FEP Jacket
8 grams
Screw Mount, 2x #4-40 Socket Head Cap Screws

1Notes±10020-540
0-900
1800
±1
<30.7
10000

±250
0.80-780
0-1300
2600
±1
<30.7
10000

±500
0.40-1050
0-1750
3500
±1
<30.7
10000

±1000
0.20-1500
0-25005000±1<30.7
10000

±2500
0.08
0-21000-3500
7000
±1
<30.7
10000

±5000
0.04
0-24000-4000
8000
±1
<30.7
20000

±100000.016
0-50000-10000
16000
±1
<30.7
20000

+3%/-8%+3%/-18%

NominalOutput is ratiometric to excitation voltage
Calibration supplied:

CS-FREQ-0100

NIST Traceable Amplitude Calibration from 20Hz to Frequency Response Limit

Optional accessories:

AC-D05201
121

Triaxial Mounting Block
3-Channel Precision Low Noise DC Amplifier

140A
145

Auto-zero Inline Amplifier
Dedicated Inline Amplifier (see next page)
Optional 145 Inline Amplifier Module

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 orcircuit 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 EGCS-D5 ACCELEROMETER

Unit with model 145 Inline Amplifier can be powered with 8-20Vdc. The sensor is supplied with regulated 5Vdc from the amplifier.
The output is differential with a 2.5Vdc common mode. The amplifier has a 30x gain and a 20kHz low-pass filter and is intended
for high-g ranges.

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MODEL EGCS-D5 ACCELEROMETER

ORDERING INFO
Standard = +20 to +80°C +(70 to +170°F)
Z*= Non standard, contact factoryStandard = 15Vdc
V*= Non standard, contact factory
L00F= Replace “00” with length in feet
L00M
= Replace “00” with length in meterStandard Unit with 145 Amplifier: 145= Inline amplifier added

EGCS–D5L–100–/Z1/L2M/145
Compensated Temp Ranges:lll___Options, otherwise leave blankll_________ Range (100 is 100g)
Excitation Voltage:l______________Sensitive axis rotated 90°, otherwise blankSpecial Cable Length:

Example: EGCS-D5-10000-/L2M
Model EGCS-D5, 10,000g Range, 2 Meter Cable Length

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