MODEL 4312M3 ACCELEROMETERSPECIFICATIONSDIMENSIONS

4-20mA Signal Output
MEMS DC Accelerometer
IP68 Protection
Low Noise, High Resolution

The Model 4312M3 is 4-20mA output MEMS
accelerometer offering both static and dynamic response.
The accelerometer is packaged in a corrosion resistant
stainless steel housing and is offered in ±2g to ±20g
range. The model 4312M3 features an integral cable andis certified to IP68 protection up to 40m depth with anoperating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C.

FEATURES

Stainless Steel HousingCorrosion ResistantIntegral Cable±2g to ±20g Dynamic Range
DC Response
Temperature Compensation

APPLICATIONSSENSOR SOLUTIONS /// Model 4312M3 Rev C

Transportation Measurements
Structural Monitoring
Bridge, Tunnel & Dam Monitoring
Low Frequency Applications
Submersible Measurements
Shipboard Installations

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MODEL 4312M3 ACCELEROMETERPERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
All values are typical at +24°C, 10Hz and 12Vdc excitation unless otherwise stated. Measurement Specialties reserves the right to update
and change these specifications without notice.
Parameters
DYNAMIC
Model NumberRange (g)Sensitivity (mA/g)
Frequency Response (Hz)-3dB Cutoff Frequency (Hz)
Rolloff Above Cutoff Frequency (dB/dec)
Natural Frequency (Hz)Non-Linearity & Hysteresis (%FSO)
Transverse Sensitivity (%)
Damping Ratio
Shock Limit (g)Residual Noise (µg RMS)

4312M3-002±2
4.00-2001000-40700±0.5<30.7
500025

ELECTRICAL
Zero Acceleration Output (mA)
Excitation Voltage (Vdc)
Quiescent Current (mA)
Full Scale Span (mA)
Insulation Resistance (MΩ)
Load Resistor (Ω)
Turn On Time (msec)
Grounding

12.0 ±0.257 to 24<154 to 20>100<250<100
Case Grounded, Internally Isolated Circuit

ENVIRONMENTAL
Thermal Zero Shift (%FSO/°C)
Thermal Sensitivity Shift (%/°C)
Operating Temperature (°C)
Compensated Temperature (°C)
Storage Temperature (°C)
Humidity±0.04±0.04-40 to 85
0 to 65-40 to 85
IP68, 40m Depth

PHYSICAL
Case MaterialCable
Weight (without cable)
Mounting
Mounting Torque316 Stainless SteelPVC Insulated Leads (6x 0.14 mm2), Braided Shield, PVC Jacket<100 grams
4x #4 or M3 Screws
6 lb-in (0.7 N-m)

Notes
4312M3-005±51.60-300
1000-40800±0.5<30.75000
504312M3-010±100.80-300
1000-401000±0.5<30.75000
1004312M3-020±200.40-3001000-401500±0.5
<30.7
5000
200

±10%±5%<2 Typical
Passband@100Vdc
User Installed

0 to +65°C
0 to +65°C

Calibration supplied:

CS-LFREQ-0010

NIST Traceable Amplitude Calibration from 1Hz to 100Hz

Supplied accessories:

4x #4-40 (1 ½” length) Socket Head Cap Screw and Washer

Optional accessories:

121AC-A05172

3-Channel Precision Low Noise DC AmplifierAdhesive Mounting Adaptor

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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ORDERING INFORMATIONPART NUMBERING

Model Number+Range+ Cable Length

4312M3-GGG-CCC
ll____Cable Length (-120 is 120 inches)
l________ Range (002 is 2g)
Example: 4312M3-002-120
Model 4312M3, 2g, 120” CableASIANORTH AMERICAEUROPE

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