MODEL 3700 ACCELEROMETERSPECIFICATIONSShock & Impact Testing
Piezoresistive MEMS
mV Output, DC Response
Low Noise, Shielded Cable

The Model 3700 is a MEMS piezoresistive shock
accelerometer in a rugged stainless steel package. Theaccelerometer is available in ranges from is offered inranges from ±50 to ±6000g and is ideal for long duration
shock transient measurements. The accelerometer
incorporates mechanical over-range stops and is packaged
in an industry standard footprint.

dimensions

FEATURES


±50g to ±6000g Dynamic Range
10,000g Shock Protection
Environmentally Sealed
Gas Damping
mV Output
Stainless Steel Housing
Bolt Mounted

APPLICATIONSSENSOR SOLUTIONS /// Model 3700 Rev EImpact Testing
Structural Testing
Transient Shock Testing
Auto Safety Applications

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MODEL 3700 ACCELEROMETERPERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS
All values are typical at +24°C, 80Hz and 10Vdc excitation unless otherwise stated. Measurement Specialties reserves the right to update
and change these specifications without notice.

Parameters
DYNAMIC
Range (g)Sensitivity (mV/g)1Frequency Response (Hz)1NotesNatural Frequency (Hz)Non-Linearity (%FSO)
Transverse Sensitivity (%)
Damping Ratio
Shock Limit (g)±502.00-1000
0-14004000±1.0<30.6
10000±1000.90-1400
0-18006000±1.0<30.5
10000±2000.70-15000-1900
8000
±1.0
<30.5
10000

±500
0.4
0-20000-2800
15000
±1.0
<30.3
10000

±2000
0.15
0-50000-700024000±1.0<30.15
10000

±6000
0.08
0-50000-700026000±2.0<30.110000

ELECTRICAL
Zero Acceleration Output (mV)
Excitation Voltage (Vdc)
Input Resistance (Ω)
Output Resistance (Ω)
Insulation Resistance (MΩ)
Residual Noise (µV RMS)
Ground Isolation<±252 to 10
2400-6000
2400-6000>100<10Isolated from mounting surface

Differential

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

±0.04
-0.15
-55 to +125
-55 to +125
Epoxy Sealed, IP65

TypicalTypicalPHYSICAL
Case Material
Cable
Weight (grams)
Mounting
Mounting Torque

Stainless Steel4x #36 AWG Leads, PFA Insulated, Braided Shield, PFA Jacket
2.1
2x #4-40 or M3 Mounting Screws
8 lb-in (0.9 N-m)

@10Vdc Excitation±1/2dB±1dB<1% Option@100Vdc

Output is ratiometric to excitation voltage

Calibration supplied:

CS-FREQ-0100

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

Supplied accessories:

2x #4-40 Mounting Screws (1/4 inch length)

Optional accessories:

AC-D03249
121
140A

Triaxial Mounting Block
3-Channel Precision Low Noise DC 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 the rightto make changes without further notice to any product herein. Measurement Specialties, Inc. makes no warranty, representation or guarantee regarding the suitabilityof 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 andspecifically 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 not convey any licenseunder its patent rights nor the rights of others.

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MODEL 3700 ACCELEROMETER

ORDERING INFO
3700

GGG

ZZZ

Series Type
Range
050=50g
100=100g
200=200g
500=500g
2K=2000g
6K=6000g
Cable length
060=60 inches
120=120 inches
180=180 inches
240=240 inches300=300 inches
360=360 inches
480=480 inches
600=600 inches
197=197 inches, 5 meters
394=394 inches, 10 meters
Example; 3700-100-060
Model 3700,100g range, 60inch cable length

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