DIN Rail Pre-Amplifier
The PA7 and PA8 Series preamplifiers provide the functionality of our standard preamplifiers in a convenient DIN Rail enclosure for easy mounting and installation. Versions are offered for both Variable Reluctance (Mag) as well as RF sensor input. Models include the most popular pulse output options.
- Features & Specifications
- Standard Models
Input Power
- Voltage: 8 to 30 VDC
- Current draw: 50mA MAX.
- Reverse polarity protected
RF Sensor Input
- Modulation carrier frequency: 25 KHz
- Input frequency: 2 Hz to 5 KHz
- Preferred coil inductance: 1.0 mH +/- 10%
- Max. distance from sensor to amplifier: 100′
VR Sensor Input
- Input protected, RF and band pass filtered
- Input frequency: 2 Hz to 10 KHz, user-adjustable trigger level to eliminate false pulsing
- Input impedance: 40K ohms (nominal)
- Max. input signal: 60.0 V RMS
- Max. distance from sensor to amplifier: 100′
Pulse Output Options
- Open Collector
- TTL/CMOS: (0-5 VDC square wave)
- 0 to 10 VDC square wave
- Supply Tracking; Logic 0 <= 0.4 VDC; Logic 1 >= V Supply – 0.2 VDC
For additional output options contact us.
Temperature Range
Operating: -40°F to +185°F (-40°C to +85°C)
Units that operate to 105°C are also available.
Electrical Connections
Screw terminals suitable for 24 to 12 AWG wire
Mounting
NS 35/7.5 and NS 35/15 DIN-Rail
Suitable Sensors
Approvals
CE compliant to EMC Directive 2004/108/EC for use in residential, commercial, light industrial and heavy industrial environments
Warranty
Unconditional one (1) year warranty if used within specifications
| MODEL NUMBER | DESCRIPTION |
| PA7-1DN | RF, 5V DIN Mount |
| PA7-2DN | RF, 10V DIN Mount |
| PA7-3DN | RF, O.C. DIN Mount |
| PA7-4DN | RF, Supply Tracking DIN Mount |
| PA8-1DN | MAG, 5V DIN Mount |
| PA8-2DN | MAG, 10V DIN Mount |
| PA8-3DN | MAG, O.C. DIN Mount |
| PA8-4DN | MAG, Supply Tracking DIN Mount |
