Senix ToughSonic - Model 100.14 Range, 30mm Thread -General Purpose Stainless-Steel Ultrasonic Sensors
ToughSonic®-100.14 sensors measure liquid levels and distances in ranges up to 14 ft. They provide reliable, accurate measurements and high ingress protection from moisture and dust. Select the 30mm threaded mounting, plus RS-485 or RS-232 outputs to meet your operational needs.These rugged, compact ultrasonic sensors live up to the “ToughSonic” name. Versatile liquid level sensors feature heavy-duty electronics that are epoxy potted into 316 stainless steel housings.
The TS-100 features permanently attached cables and rugged piezoelectric transducers. Use the TS-100 to monitor & control water and benign liquid levels, measure distances, or detect objects.
- Versatile Measurement Capabilities: Accurately measure distances, detect objects, and monitor water and benign liquid levels
- Robust Construction: Built to withstand harsh conditions, ideal for both indoor and outdoor use
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: Function effectively in temperatures from -40° to +70°C
- High Ingress Protection: Rated IP68, NEMA-4X, and NEMA-6P for superior resistance against dust & water
- User-Friendly Adjustments: Easily configure settings with the included SensorView™ software for setup, testing, and cloning sensors
- Extended Range, Minimal Dead Zone: Achieve precise distance measurements with a long-range capability and a short dead band
- Reliable in Any Environment: Unaffected by optical factors such as color, transparency, or lighting conditions
- Easy Setup & Calibration: Configure effortlessly via PC or onboard button for quick deployment
- Adjustable Sensitivity: Fine-tune detection for precise performance
- Built-in Temperature Compensation: Ensures accurate readings across fluctuating temperatures
- Fast & Simple Installation: Mount with ease for quick deployment in any application
- Rugged, Sealed Housing: Designed for wet, dirty, and harsh environments
- Reliable I/O Protection: Features short-circuit and overload protection for enhanced durability
- Multi-Sensor Synchronization: Operate multiple sensors without interference
- Non-Contact: Accurately measure levels and distances without touching the material being measured
- Rear Status Indicators: Easily monitor sensor operation and diagnostics, or reset default setup using a rear push-button (N/A on TS-100.50), or the push-button can be disabled
- Tank Level Measurement: Accurately monitor liquid levels in tanks containing benign fluids
- Open Channel Flow Monitoring: Ideal for flow measurement in flumes, weirs, and open channels
- Roll Diameter Measurement: Precisely gauge material roll diameters for manufacturing and processing
- Loop Control & Slack Detection: Maintain optimal material tension in production lines
- Object Detection & Presence Sensing: Verify object presence or absence in designated areas
- Relative Positioning: Measure an object’s position relative to a fixed reference point for automation and alignment
- Legacy Part Number: TSPC-30S1-485 and TSPC-30S1-232
- Maximum Range: 14 ft. (4.3 m)
- Optimum Range: 10 ft. (3 m)
- Deadband: 0-4 in. (0-102 mm)
- Temperature: -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C)
- Humidity: 0 to 100% operating
- Protection: NEMA-4X, NEMA 6P, IP68
- Transducer: Ruggedized piezoelectric
- Compensation: Temperature compensated (selectable in SensorView™)
- Resolution:
- Serial data: 0.0034 in. (0.086 mm)
- Analog steps: 4099 (0-10 VDC)
- 3279 (4-20 mA)
- Repeatability:
- Nominal 0.2% of range @ constant temp.
- Affected by target, distance, environment
- Update Rate: 20 Hz (50 ms), SensorView adjustable; affected by SensorView filter selections
Output
- Output #1:
- Default: 4-20 mA; SensorView configurable
- Alternate: Configure it as a switch output
- Output #2:
- Default: Voltage, SensorView configurable
- Alternate: Configure it as a switch output
- Voltage Output: 0-10, 0-5 VDC or SensorView configurable; 10 mA maximum
- 4-20 mA Current Loop: Current sourcing, SensorView configurable; maximum loop resistance 450Ω
- Switch Output(s):
- Output #1 and/or #2 can be a switch
- Each can be sinking (NPN) or sourcing (PNP)
- Max ratings: 150 mA @ 40 VDC
- Each has adjustable setpoint, polarity, hysteresis, window, time delays and more
- RS-232 or RS-485:
- Modbus & streaming protocols
- 9600-115200 baud (configurable)
- 8 data bits, 1 stop, no parity
- RS-485 permits multi-sensor networks
- Part number determines interface
- Sync Feature: Permits multiple sensors to operate in close proximity without cross-talk; not usable concurrently with serial data
Mechanical
- Housing: 316 stainless steel for corrosion resistance; usable in salt water, H2S environments
- Mounting (30 mm): Through hole in bracket or panel; two jam nuts included. Stainless & nylon brackets and adapters to 1-1/2 in. and 2 in. NPT available
- Attached Cable: 6.5 feet (2 meters), PUR jacketed; custom lengths available
- Standard models: 6-wire shielded + drain
- Serial data only models: 4-wire + drain
- Total Weight:
- 10.4 oz (0.29 kg)
- Includes 6.5 ft (2 m) cable
* Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Compact. Innovative. Utilized in the roughest conditions.
ToughSonic®-100 series non-contact sensors feature heavy-duty electronics, stainless steel housings and ruggedized piezoelectric transducers to ensure long-lasting accuracy and efficiency, both indoors and outdoors.
Made in the USA, ToughSonic ultrasonic sensors automate liquid level measurement, provide distance ranging, protect expensive assets, and enhance safety.
Choose ToughSonic-100 sensors for accurate non-volatile liquid level measurements in a variety of industries, and in indoor, outdoor, and environmental conditions.
All sensors include serial data communications to connect with SensorView™ software or your equipment.
RS-232 or RS-485 Format
- Selectable Modbus (Default) or ASCII streaming protocols
- Baud rates from 9600 (Default) to 115200 bits per second (bps)
- Many other features adjustable using SensorView
- Multi-sensor Modbus-addressable RS-485 networks
- Better noise immunity in industrial environments
- Allows longer cable lengths at higher baud rates
- Analog 0-10 VDC and 4-20 mA
- Configurable as Sinking (NPN) or Sourcing (PNP) switch
- TWO concurrent outputs with serial data for TS-100.12, TS-100.14
- FIVE concurrent outputs with serial data for TS-100.30, TS-100.50
- Serial data communications available with RS-232 and RS-485
Set up your sensors and inventory management system with SensorView™.
SensorView is included at no charge. It runs on Windows PC and connects to sensors via a serial data port.
Our setup kits provide everything you’ll need to connect through a USB port, including a power supply, sensor-PC interface, and cables.
Over 80 Parameters to Customize
- Analogs: Slope, distance endpoints, analog value limits
- Switches: Set points, window features, time delays
- All Outputs: Power on, loss of echo, loss of sync responses
- Serial Data: Communications, SYNC modes and functions
- Measurements: Temperature compensation, sensitivity, data filters, measure rate, gain settings and data processing filters
- Adjustments: Stored in-sensor memory, accessible even when power is off
All Models Except ToughSonic®100.50
- In situ setup without the use of a computer
- Set analog output endpoint distances
- Establish switch on and off distances
- Set switch polarity & measurement rates
- Synchronize multiple sensors in SYNC mode
- Activate—or deactivate—temperature compensation
- Restore sensor to factory default
