MODEL 4604 ACCELEROMETERSPECIFICATIONSDIMENSIONSAdvanced Temp Compensation
Robust Strain Relief
Amplified, Signal Conditioned
DC Response, Ultra-Stable

The Model 4604 is a rugged, low-profile MEMS
accelerometer designed for both static and dynamicapplications. The accelerometer is available in ranges
from ±2 to ±200g and offers outstanding thermalperformance. The output is signal conditioned withexceptional long term stability. The model 4604
incorporates a PFA insulated cable with a rugged strain
relief designed for demanding applications

FEATURES

±2g to ±200g Dynamic Range
Amplified Output
Low Power Consumption
Gas Damping#26 AWG PFA Cable
DC, Low Frequency Response
8 to 36Vdc Excitation Voltage

APPLICATIONSSENSOR SOLUTIONS /// Model 4604 Rev D

Flight Testing
Flutter and Nacelle Vibrations
Road Vehicle Testing
Structural Testing
Test and Instrumentation
Transportation

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MODEL 4604 ACCELEROMETERPERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
All values are typical at +24°C, 80Hz and 12Vdc excitation unless otherwise stated. Measurement Specialties reserves the right to update
and change these specifications without notice.
Parameters
DYNAMIC
Range (g)Sensitivity (mV/g)
Frequency Response (Hz)Natural Frequency (Hz)Non-Linearity (%FSO)
Transverse Sensitivity (%)
Damping Ratio
Shock Limit (g)Residual Noise (µV RMS)
Spectral Noise (µg/Hz)

±2
1000
0-250
700
±0.5
<20.7
5000
600
38

ELECTRICAL
Zero Acceleration Output (mV)
Excitation Voltage (Vdc)
Excitation Current (mA)
Bias Voltage (Vdc)
Full Scale Output Voltage (V)Output Resistance (Ω)
Insulation Resistance (MΩ)
Turn On Time (msec)
Ground Isolation±508 to 36<52.5±2<100>100<100Isolated from Mounting Surface

Differential

ENVIRONMENTAL
Thermal Zero Shift (%FSO/°C)
Thermal Sensitivity Shift (%/°C)
Operating Temperature (°C)
Storage Temperature (°C)
Humidity (Active Element & Electronics)
Humidity (Housing)±0.004±0.010-55 to 125-55 to 125
Hermetically Sealed
Epoxy Sealed, IP65

TypicalTypicalPHYSICAL
Case Material
Cable
Weight (grams)
Mounting
Mounting TorqueAnodized Aluminum
4x, #26 AWG Conductors, PFA Insulated, Braided Shield, PFA Jacket
10
2x #4 or M3 Screws
6 lb-in (0.7 N-m)Notes±54000-700
800±0.5<20.75000
750
71±10200
0-10001000±0.5<20.75000
800
126±30670-1000
1500±0.5<20.75000
800
378±50400-1000
4000
±0.5
<20.75000
800
632±100
200-1000
6000±0.5<20.75000
800
1265

±200
100-1000
8000
±0.5
<20.7
5000
800
2530

±10%±5%1<1 Typical
Passband
Passband@100Vdc

Calibration supplied:

CS-FREQ-0100

NIST Traceable Amplitude Calibration from 20Hz to ±5% Frequency Response Limit1

Supplied accessories:

AC-A02285

2x #4-40 (7/16 length) Socket Head Cap Screw and Washer

Optional accessories:

AC-D02669
121

Triaxial Mounting Block
3-Channel Precision Low Noise DC 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 differentapplications. 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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2g Range

Typical Frequency Response

10g Range

4030g Range

3550g Range

30100g-500g Range

25Sensitivity Deviation (%)

20151050-5-10-15-20-25-30-35-40
101001000

10000

Frequency (Hz)2g Range
10g Range
30g Range
50g Range
100g Range
200g Range

Typical Phase Response
4035302520Phase (degrees)

151050-5-10-15-20-25-30-35-40
101001000

10000

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MODEL 4604 ACCELEROMETER

ORDERING INFORMATION
4604

GGG

ZZZCSeries TypeRange
002=2g005=5g010=10g030=30g050=50g
100=100g
200=200g
Cable length
060=60 inches
120=120 inches
180=180 inches
240=240 inches
300=300 inches
360=360 inches
480=480 inches
600=600 inches
197=197 inches, 5 meters
394=394 inches, 10 meters
Example; 4604-010-060-C
Model 4604, 10g range, 60inch cable length

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