Waterproof Accelerometers

Our Waterproof Accelerometers are designed to perform in high humidity and underwater environments, providing accurate and reliable vibration measurements. These accelerometers are ideal for applications requiring robust, waterproof sensors with integral waterproof cables.

Applications include:

  • Underwater Environmental Vibration Testing: Perfect for testing vibrations in submerged conditions up to 100 metres deep.
  • High Humidity Environments: Ideal for use in areas with high moisture levels where standard accelerometers would fail.
  • Marine and Offshore Monitoring: Suitable for monitoring vibrations in marine equipment and offshore structures.
  • Hydroelectric Power Plants: Essential for vibration monitoring in turbines and other submerged machinery.
  • Flood Prone Areas: Reliable for vibration measurements in areas prone to flooding.

Our waterproof accelerometer range includes our MM273A series (PE Mode) and our MM173A series (IEPE Mode). These accelerometers are completely waterproof and designed to withstand high humidity and underwater environmental vibration testing. Each model features an integral waterproof cable, capable of operating at depths of up to 100 metres.

Features and Benefits of our Waterproof Accelerometers:

Completely Waterproof: Designed for use in submerged conditions, these accelerometers can withstand depths of up to 100 meters.

High Sensitivity and Low Noise: Provides precise and reliable vibration measurements.

Robust Construction: Made from 316L stainless steel with welded sealing, ensuring durability and longevity.

Integral Waterproof Cable: Ensures seamless operation without the risk of water ingress.

Operation:

Our Waterproof Accelerometers operate using a piezoelectric ceramic element. When subjected to vibration, the ceramic element generates an electrical charge proportional to the mechanical stress. In the PE Mode models, this charge is then transmitted through an integral cable. In the IEPE Mode models, the charge is converted to a low-impedance voltage signal for easier handling and data acquisition.

To learn more, consult the table below or contact us.

ModelMM273A10MM273A50MM173A10MM173A100MM173A500
Sensitivity10 pC/g50 pC/g10 mV/g100 mV/g500 mV/g
Measuring Range g pk±2,000±1,000±500±50±510
Resolution mg rms--2.50.250.1
Frequency Range (±5%) Hz1-8K1-5K1-8K1-5K0.5-3K
Frequency Range (±10%) Hz0.5-10K0.5-8K0.5-10K0.5-8K03-5K
Resonant Frequency kHz3525352515
Temperature Range °C-20 to +80-20 to +80-20 to +80-20 to +80-20 to +80
Sensing ElementCeramic/ShearCeramic/ShearCeramic/ShearCeramic/ShearCeramic/Shear
Output ConnectorIntegral CableIntegral CableIntegral CableIntegral CableIntegral Cable
Housing Material316L Stainless Steel316L Stainless Steel316L Stainless Steel316L Stainless Steel316L Stainless Steel
SealingWeldedWeldedWeldedWeldedWelded
Weight g1625182738
Size mmΦ15 x 25Φ15 x 25Φ15 x 28Φ15 x 28Φ22 x 33
MountingM5 (Female)M5 (Female)M5 (Female)M5 (Female)1/4-28 (Female)
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