File Name
VW0420 Vibrating Wire Isolated Analog Interface Brochure
Resource Type
Brochure| Language | Version | Download |
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| English | ELB0031C |
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VW0420: Vibrating Wire Isolated Analog Interface
The VW0420 provides an interface between vibrating wire instruments and factory automation systems which support 4-20 mA sensors.
Overview
The VW0420 provides an interface between vibrating wire instruments and factory automation systems which support 4-20 mA sensors. The vibrating wire section measures the natural frequency and temperature of the sensor. The measurements are then converted to engineering units, unit converted etc. as required, and scaled to the 4-20 mA outputs. Setup of the device is straightforward, using a Windows host program connected via USB cable.
VW0420: Vibrating Wire Isolated Analog Interface Specifications
| ITEM | SPECIFICATION |
| Vibrating Wire Sensor Types | Piezometer, strain gauge, mini-strain gauge, displacement sensor etc. |
| Sweep Types | A,B,C,D,E,F, user-defined |
| Frequency Input | 450-6000 hz |
| Update Rate | 2 seconds |
| Vibrating Wire Calibration | mX+b, polynomial, units conversion, temperature compensation |
| Thermistor Types | NTC 3000, 2252, 5k, 10k, 2k RTD |
| Current Outputs (2) | Vibrating Wire, Thermistor |
| Current Output | 4-20 mA nominal, isolated between channels and with respect to sensor to 2500 VAC |
| Vibrating Wire Conversion Base | Raw data, engineering units, temperature corrected |
| Vibrating Wire Conversion Base Unit | B units, kPa, psi, mH2O, µe, etc |
| Temperature Conversion Base | °C, °F, ohms |
| Current Resolution | 0.002% |
| Current Conversion Accuracy | 0.02% |
| Host Program PC Connection | USB 2.0, USB mini B connector |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 10 |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 55°C |
| Power Supply | 9-24 VDC, 8-35 mA, isolated to 1000 VAC |
| Dimensions | 3.55 x 3.62 x 0.89 in. (90 x 92x 22.5 mm) |
The VW0420: Vibrating Wire Isolated Analog Interface provides an interface between vibrating wire instruments and factory automation systems which support 4-20 mA sensors.
File Name
VW0420 Analog VW Interface Instruction Manual
Resource Type
Manual| Language | Version | Download |
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| English | ELM0046E |
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File Name
VW0420 Host Software
Resource Type
SoftwareNote
INSTALLATION NOTES:
Unzip the ZIP file once it is downloaded.
DO NOT connect the USB cable until all software has been installed first.
Run the “VW0420 Host 1.32.0.exe” file and follow instructions in the “VW0420 Analog VW Interface Instruction Manual.pdf” while installing.
| Language | Version | Download |
|---|---|---|
| English | 1.33.0 |
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