Technical parameters compiled from the manufacturer data sheet and reference documentation.
| Technical Specifications |
| General |
| Module ID |
AI261 |
| General Information |
| Model Number |
7AI261.7 |
| Short Description |
2003 analog input module, 1 input for evaluation of full-bridge strain gauge, 24 bit, screw-in module |
| C-UL-US Listed |
Yes |
| B&R ID Code |
$20 |
| Slot |
AF101 adapter module, CP interface |
| Static Characteristics |
| Module Type |
B&R 2003 screw-in module |
| Input Type |
Differential |
| Number of Inputs |
1 |
| Affects of Cable Length |
The shielded, twisted pair cable should be as short as possible and run separately to the sensor (isolated from load circuit) without intermediate terminals |
| Shielding |
| Module Side |
Using stress relief clamp on the module |
| Sensor Side |
Using HF foil capacitor 10 nF/630 V to grounded sensor housing (use short connection lines) |
| Maximum Continuous Overload (without damage) |
+30 V for all connections except GND |
| during Overload |
| Broken Supply Line |
Value goes to 0 |
| Broken Sensor Line |
Value goes to ±limit |
| Software Evaluation |
Evaluation using configuration word 12 (module status) |
| Digital Converter Resolution |
24 Bit |
| Effective Converter Resolution |
See Table "Effective Resolution of the Measurement Range in Bits" |
| Quantization |
LSB value (16 Bit) |
| Measurement Range ±1...2 mV/V |
275 nV |
| Measurement Range ±3...4 mV/V |
550 nV |
| Measurement Range ±5..0.8 mV/V |
1.1 µV |
| Measurement Range ±9...15 mV/V |
2.2 µV |
| Data Format Delivered to the Application Program |
Set using software |
| Measurement Value Preparation |
| Calibration |
Using software, also during operation |
| Linearization |
y=k*x+d |
| Conversion |
To physical units (32 bit representation) |
| Measurement Range |
±1 to ±16 mV/V, Set using software |
| Input Current |
<140 nA |
| Operating Range / Measurement Sensor |
75 to 5000 Ω |
| Bridge Voltage |
4.5 VDC ±3 % / max. 60 mA |
| Short Circuit and Overload Protection |
Yes |
| Connection |
4-line connection Connection of a 6-line strain gauge cell (see section "6-Line Strain Gauge Cell") |
| B&R 2003 Modules |
| Conversion Method |
Sigma Delta |
| Conversion Time |
1 ms |
| Analog Input Measurement Error |
| Maximum Error at 25 °C |
±55 ppm ±11 µV |
| Temperature Coefficient |
±3 ppm/°C ±1.1 µV/°C |
| Maximum Error over Complete Temperature Range |
±0.016 % ±50 µV |
| Sensor Type |
Isolated |
| Common Mode Rejection |
>120 dB at 50 / 60 Hz Scan Frequency ≥ 75 Hz |
| Common Mode Voltage |
1.2 to 3.8 V |
| Protection |
RC protection |
| Internal Power Consumption |
Max. 0.6 W |
| Dynamic Characteristics |
| Application Scan Time |
4 - 100 ms |
| Data Output Rate on the Module |
7 - 500 Hz, can be set using software |
| Scan Repeat Time |
1 / data output rate |
| Response Time 1 LSB |
| Data Output Rate > 100 Hz |
Approx. 250 ms |
| Data Output Rate ≤ 100 Hz |
Approx. 500 ms |
| Input Filter Characteristics |
| Order |
1st |
| Transition / Cut-off Frequency |
6 Hz also see diagram "Transient Behavior as Load Changes" |
| Operating Characteristics |
| Isolation Voltage under Normal Operating Conditions between Channel and Bus |
No electrical isolation |
| Missing Codes |
Yes, if output range > converter resolution |
| Non-linearity Mechanical Properties |
±0.0015 % of final value |
| Dimensions |
B&R 2003 screw-in module |
| B&R 2003 Modules |
AI261 261 |
| Certifications |
| CE |
Yes |
| UKCA |
Yes |
| UL |
cULus E115267 Industrial control equipment |
| Documentation |
Version (Date) |
| Datasheet 7AI261.7 |
1.0 (06/08/2004) - DE 1.0 (06/08/2004) - FR 1.0 (06/08/2004) - EN |
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