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Electromagnetic Compatibility
Year 2000 Compliant
DC-POWERED 4 1/2 DIGIT
STRAIN / MICROVOLT METER

2520-PA
▒19,999-Count Display Span
True-Differential Input
3-Wire Ratio Measurement
Serial BCD Output
Bright, 0.56" (14.2 mm) LED Display
Automatic Zero and Polarity
Display Hold and Test
5 Vdc Power
1 Watt Power Consumption
Low-Profile 1/16 DIN Case
2520-PA 4/12 Digit Strain/Microvolt Meter
Mechanical Reference
Price List

Model 2520-PA is an economical 5-volt powered, high-resolution, high-accuracy 4 1/2 digit dc microvoltmeter in a compact 1/16 DIN case. The height of the panel cutout is 0.88" (22.2 mm), and the depth required behind the panel is only 2.83" (72 mm). Power consumption is 1 watt.

Low cost, small size, low power consumption at 5 Vdc and exceptional power-supply noise rejection make the 2520-PA ideal for demanding OEM and portable-instrument applications.


MICROVOLT PREAMPLIFIER
The 2520-PA incorporates a preamplifier, which can be programmed for resolution from 1 to 25 ╡V/count and for zero offset up to ▒0.6 mV (RTI) ▒21% of full-scale readout (RTO). The 2520-PA can be configured for use with load cells and pressure gauges, which require zero and span adjustment for readout in engineering units. Bridge excitation may be provided by the same 5 Vdc supply that powers the meter, or by an external, isolated 10 or 15 Vdc power supply. The 2520-PA can also be configured as a microvoltmeter using an internal reference, or in a ratiometric mode using an external reference.

SERIAL BCD
Non-isolated, character-serial BCD output is standard to allow the 2520-PA to be interfaced to other instrumentation.


Model 2520-PA provides a differential programmable preamplifier for use with low-level bridge circuits. Bridge excitation can be provided by the same 5 Vdc power supply that powers the meter.

SPECIFICATIONS

ANALOG INPUT
Signal range: ▒20 mV (Most Sens. Scaling) / ▒500 mV (Least Sens. Scaling)
Display range: ▒19,999 (Most Sens. Scaling) / ▒19,999 (Least Sens. Scaling)
Resolution (╡V/count): 1 (Most Sens. Scaling) / 25 (Least Sens. Scaling)
Preamplifier gain: 100 (Most Sens. Scaling) / 4 (Least Sens. Scaling)
Input Configuration: Differential, ratiometric
Coarse-Span Adjustment: Jumper-selectable gain ranges
Fine-Span Adjustment: Front-panel accessible precision potentiometer
Zero Adjustment (RTI or Deadload): ▒0.6 mV
Zero Adjustment (RTO or Tare): ▒20.9% of full-scale display
Bias Current: 10 nA typ, 20 nA max

NOISE REJECTION
NMR, SIG HI to SIG LO: 60 dB, 50/60 Hz
CMR, SIG GND to SIG LO: 86 dB, dc to 60 Hz
CMV, SIG GND to SIG LO: û1 to +2.5 Vdc
Power Supply Rejection: 86 dB at 50/60 Hz

ACCURACY AT 25░C Error
Max: ▒0.01% of reading ▒2 counts
Span Tempco, Typ: ▒0.003% of reading/░C
Zero Tempco, Typ: ▒0.3 ╡V/░C
Step Response: 2 sec to 99.9% of span
Warmup to Rated Accuracy: 30 min

CONVERSION
Technique: Dual-slope, average-value
Signal Integration Period: 100 msec
Read Rate: 2.5/sec

DIGITAL SIGNALS
Output Signals: TTL-compatible
HOLD Input: TTL or 5 V CMOS compatible
BLANKING Input: Open-collector compatible

POWER
Voltage: +5 to +5.25 Vdc
Current: 170 to 230 mA
Power Consumption: 1 W (nominal)

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature: 0 to 55░C (32 to 122░F)
Storage Temperature: û40 to +85░C (-40 to 184░F)
Relative Humidity: 95% at 40░C (104░F) (non-condensing)

MECHANICAL
Dimensions: 24 H x 96 W x 72 mm D (0.94" x 3.77" x 2.82")
Panel Cutout: 22.2 x 92 mm
Weight: 145 g (5 oz)
Case Material: 94 V-0 UL-rated polycarbonate


To Order (Specify Model No.) Prices Shown in U.S. Dollars
Model No.
Description
Price
2520-PA
DC powered strain/microvolt
$360
2520-PA, UC
Strain/Microvoltmeter with heavy duty U-clamp mount
$364
Comes complete with operatorÆs manual.
Ordering Example: 2520-PA dc powered strain/microvolt indicator, $360.



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