uB45: Frequency Input Module with Excitation Supply

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Product short description:
  • Bluetooth® wireless configuration option
  • Frequency field input
  • Voltage host output

Field Input: 0-50kHz frequency ranges
Host Output: 0-5V or ±5V ranges

Click here to watch a short AcroMaggie video highlighting the features of the microBlox® Series.

Field Input: 0-50kHz frequency ranges
Host Output: 0-5V or ±5V ranges

Acromag’s microBlox® uB Series I/O modules offer a compact, high-performance solution for interfacing sensors and field devices with data acquisition systems. uB signal conditioning modules are ideal to isolate, filter, convert and amplify a wide variety of signal types for test, measurement and control systems. Just plug uB modules into 4, 8, or 16-channel back panels in any mix for a high-density analog I/O interface. Channel-to-channel isolation provides optimal noise and surge protection from ground loops, spikes, and high common mode voltages.

The uB45 model conditions and converts a frequency field input signal to a scaled 0-5V or ±5V output. It includes a 5V excitation at the input for interface pull-up when using sensors such as magnetic pickups or contact closures. Bipolar (zero-crossing) and uni-polar (digital/TTL) signals are supported.

The uBTA carriers are used with Acromag’s microBlox® signal conditioning modules to create powerful alarms that also provide a voltage/current transmitter output. The plug-in modules offer the convenience of wireless field programming on a smartphone or tablet.

Bluetooth® wireless technology versions enable configuration using a smart phone or tablet. Acromag’s Agility™ app, available for Android™ and iOS® mobile devices, helps you vary input/ output ranges and scaling to your specific application. The Agility app can also set an alarm output function with a set-point limit and dead band. Other app functions include polling inputs, trending values in a shareable chart, updating calibration, and diagnostic troubleshooting.

Back panels provide power, I/O wiring terminals, and host access to an industry-standard analog signal bus. Modules are hot-swappable without screws. Data acquisition boards can access all host I/O signals on the DB25 bus connector.

Performance Specifications

See Backpanels for additional system specifications.

Field Input

Field Range:
Fixed ranges: from 0-50KHz
User-configurable -B models: 0-50KHz
Resistance
10.4MΩ unipolar (IN+ to IN-)
10.1M bipolar (EX+ to IN-) excitation
Threshold
Bipolar (zero-crossing) ±60-85mVpk (1-50kHz) up to ±85Vpk (60V AC or 170Vp-p max.).
Unipolar (TTL) 85Vpk (170Vp-p max), 0.8V max. TTL input low, 2.3-2.7V (5-50kHz) min. TTL high.
Hysteresis: 120mVp-p bipolar/zero-crossing, 1.5V unipolar
Field Excitation: +5V/11mA supply (EX- to IN-), for interface applications requiring external pull-up.
Protection: TVS & diode clamps built-in plus additional protection on back-panel.
Common Mode Rejection: 130dB typical, 50-60Hz

Host Output

Host Range:
Fixed ranges: 0-5V DC
User-configurable -B models: ±5V
DAC Resolution: 16-bit, 0-5V: 1/26305, ±5VDC: 1/52610
Drive Current: 5V into 1KΩ minimum or 5mA max load
Response Time:
uB45-01: 160ms
uB45-02: 80ms
uB45-03: 35ms
uB45-04: 16ms
uB45-05: 8.5ms
uB45-06: 3.4ms
uB45-07: 1.6ms
uB45-B: varies by range

General

Power Consumption: 0.45W, 90mA from 5V max. with no exc. & 5mA host load, or 0.6W, 120mA from 5V w/ 10mA exc. load & 5mA host load.
Accuracy: Better than ±0.1%. 0.05% typical
Non-Linearity: Better than ±0.05%, typical
Noise: Less than 0.05% of span p-p rms
Ambient Effect: Less than ±40ppm/°C
Dimensions:
Height: 1.380” with connectors. 0.970” without
Width: 0.425”
Length: 1.425”

Environmental

Operating Temperature: -40 to 80°C (-40° to 176°F)
Storage Temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40° to 185°F)
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing
Power Requirement: 5V powered,10-32V power optional (requires uBDC-1 power module & backpanel)
Safety Isolation:
Field channels are individually isolated field channel-to-field channel and from the field to the host I/O bus (host group includes 5V power) for common-mode voltages up to 250V AC, or 354V DC off DC power ground, on a continuous basis (will withstand 1500VAC HIPOT/dielectric strength test for one minute without breakdown). This complies with test requirements of ANSI/ISA-82.01-1988 for voltage rating specified.
Shock and Vibration Immunity:
Conforms to:
IEC 60068-2-6: 10-500 Hz, 4G, 2 hours/axis, for sinusoidal vibration.
IEC 60068-2-64: 10-500 Hz, 4G-rms, 2 hours/axis , for random vibration.
EC 60068-2-27: 25G, 11ms half-sine, 18 shocks at 6 orientations, for mechanical shock.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance:
Minimum immunity per BS EN 61000-6-1 (2007):
CE marked, per EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. Electrostatic Discharge Immunity (ESD), per IEC 61000-4-2
Radiated Field Immunity (RFI), per IEC 61000-4-4
Electrical Fast Transient Immunity (EFT), per IEC 61000-4-4
Surge Immunity, per IEC 61000-4-5
Conducted RF Immunity (CRFI), per IEC 61000-4-6
Emissions:
Class B product with emissions per BS EN 61000-6-3 (2007+A1:2011): enclosure port, per CISPR 16
Low voltage AC mains port, per CISPR 16
Approvals:
CE compliant. RoHS Compliant
UL/cUL Class 1, Division 2, Groups ABCD
ATEX Zone 2

  • Wide variety of input and output ranges
  • Mixes with different I/O types on compact 4, 8, or 16 channel back panels
  • Select fixed I/O range models or Bluetooth wireless technology user-configurable models
  • Android® and iOS® apps simplify wireless configuration with a smartphone or tablet
  • Mobile app configures I/O ranges, sets scaling, calibrates and performs diagnostics
  • Optional alarm function with set-point and dead band control driving 0/5V host output
  • Poll and trend I/O values to shareable charts
  • High accuracy, noise immunity, and stability
  • Isolated field-to-host and channel-to-channel (1500Vac peak, 250Vac/354Vdc continuous)
  • Over-molded I/O circuits offer superior shock, vibration, moisture, and dust protection.
  • Wide operating temperature range
  • UL/cUL Class I, Div 2, ABCD and ATEX Zone 2 hazardous location approvals
How to Use Signal Conditioners with Built-in Data Logging App Note
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Defining the Problem: A proper method is needed to measure each cell voltage within a series of cells and withstand high nominal or open circuit voltages. The maximum series voltage is greater than the common-mode range of the connected instruments. This requires isolated floating inputs to measure each cell voltage. Channel-to-channel isolation will extend the...
How to Reduce PLC Costs with Signal Conditioners App Note
Defining the Problem: A small scale bottling operation will be controlled by PLCs. Multiple sensors including conveyor speed (frequency), bearings temperature (RTD), liquid level (4–20mA) and tank pressure (4–20mA) will connect to the PLCs. An affordable solution to convert these various signals to one common signal type will allow procurement of one type of PLC...

Specs & Catalogs

uB45 Data Sheet

microBlox Agility® App Data Sheet

microBlox® multiLogger Data Sheet

Manuals

uB45 User Manual (Log in to download the file)

microBlox Reconfiguration User Manual (Log in to download the file)

microBlox Series Overview User Manual (Log in to download the file)

Brochures

microBlox® Signal Conditioners Brochure

Wireless Config Tool: The Agility™ Mobile App (Log in to download the file)
microBlox® multiLogger Data Log Mobile App (Log in to download the file)
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Additional information

Weight 16 oz
Dimensions 13 × 12 × 3 in
Part Number

uB45-B: Wireless Configuration, Input: Configurable 0-50KHz, Configurable ±5V; Output: Configurable ±5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-01: Input: 0-500Hz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-02: Input: 0-1K0Hz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-03: Input: 0-2.5KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-04: Input: 0-5KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-05: Input: 0-10KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-06: Input: 0-25KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-07: Input: 0-50KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V
Configuration

Agility Mobile App, Wireless Configuration
Product Series

microBlox Series

  • Description

    Field Input: 0-50kHz frequency ranges
    Host Output: 0-5V or ±5V ranges

    Acromag’s microBlox® uB Series I/O modules offer a compact, high-performance solution for interfacing sensors and field devices with data acquisition systems. uB signal conditioning modules are ideal to isolate, filter, convert and amplify a wide variety of signal types for test, measurement and control systems. Just plug uB modules into 4, 8, or 16-channel back panels in any mix for a high-density analog I/O interface. Channel-to-channel isolation provides optimal noise and surge protection from ground loops, spikes, and high common mode voltages.

    The uB45 model conditions and converts a frequency field input signal to a scaled 0-5V or ±5V output. It includes a 5V excitation at the input for interface pull-up when using sensors such as magnetic pickups or contact closures. Bipolar (zero-crossing) and uni-polar (digital/TTL) signals are supported.

    The uBTA carriers are used with Acromag’s microBlox® signal conditioning modules to create powerful alarms that also provide a voltage/current transmitter output. The plug-in modules offer the convenience of wireless field programming on a smartphone or tablet.

    Bluetooth® wireless technology versions enable configuration using a smart phone or tablet. Acromag’s Agility™ app, available for Android™ and iOS® mobile devices, helps you vary input/ output ranges and scaling to your specific application. The Agility app can also set an alarm output function with a set-point limit and dead band. Other app functions include polling inputs, trending values in a shareable chart, updating calibration, and diagnostic troubleshooting.

    Back panels provide power, I/O wiring terminals, and host access to an industry-standard analog signal bus. Modules are hot-swappable without screws. Data acquisition boards can access all host I/O signals on the DB25 bus connector.

    Performance Specifications

    See Backpanels for additional system specifications.

    Field Input

    Field Range:
    Fixed ranges: from 0-50KHz
    User-configurable -B models: 0-50KHz
    Resistance
    10.4MΩ unipolar (IN+ to IN-)
    10.1M bipolar (EX+ to IN-) excitation
    Threshold
    Bipolar (zero-crossing) ±60-85mVpk (1-50kHz) up to ±85Vpk (60V AC or 170Vp-p max.).
    Unipolar (TTL) 85Vpk (170Vp-p max), 0.8V max. TTL input low, 2.3-2.7V (5-50kHz) min. TTL high.
    Hysteresis: 120mVp-p bipolar/zero-crossing, 1.5V unipolar
    Field Excitation: +5V/11mA supply (EX- to IN-), for interface applications requiring external pull-up.
    Protection: TVS & diode clamps built-in plus additional protection on back-panel.
    Common Mode Rejection: 130dB typical, 50-60Hz

    Host Output

    Host Range:
    Fixed ranges: 0-5V DC
    User-configurable -B models: ±5V
    DAC Resolution: 16-bit, 0-5V: 1/26305, ±5VDC: 1/52610
    Drive Current: 5V into 1KΩ minimum or 5mA max load
    Response Time:
    uB45-01: 160ms
    uB45-02: 80ms
    uB45-03: 35ms
    uB45-04: 16ms
    uB45-05: 8.5ms
    uB45-06: 3.4ms
    uB45-07: 1.6ms
    uB45-B: varies by range

    General

    Power Consumption: 0.45W, 90mA from 5V max. with no exc. & 5mA host load, or 0.6W, 120mA from 5V w/ 10mA exc. load & 5mA host load.
    Accuracy: Better than ±0.1%. 0.05% typical
    Non-Linearity: Better than ±0.05%, typical
    Noise: Less than 0.05% of span p-p rms
    Ambient Effect: Less than ±40ppm/°C
    Dimensions:
    Height: 1.380” with connectors. 0.970” without
    Width: 0.425”
    Length: 1.425”

    Environmental

    Operating Temperature: -40 to 80°C (-40° to 176°F)
    Storage Temperature: -40 to 85°C (-40° to 185°F)
    Relative Humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing
    Power Requirement: 5V powered,10-32V power optional (requires uBDC-1 power module & backpanel)
    Safety Isolation:
    Field channels are individually isolated field channel-to-field channel and from the field to the host I/O bus (host group includes 5V power) for common-mode voltages up to 250V AC, or 354V DC off DC power ground, on a continuous basis (will withstand 1500VAC HIPOT/dielectric strength test for one minute without breakdown). This complies with test requirements of ANSI/ISA-82.01-1988 for voltage rating specified.
    Shock and Vibration Immunity:
    Conforms to:
    IEC 60068-2-6: 10-500 Hz, 4G, 2 hours/axis, for sinusoidal vibration.
    IEC 60068-2-64: 10-500 Hz, 4G-rms, 2 hours/axis , for random vibration.
    EC 60068-2-27: 25G, 11ms half-sine, 18 shocks at 6 orientations, for mechanical shock.
    Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance:
    Minimum immunity per BS EN 61000-6-1 (2007):
    CE marked, per EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. Electrostatic Discharge Immunity (ESD), per IEC 61000-4-2
    Radiated Field Immunity (RFI), per IEC 61000-4-4
    Electrical Fast Transient Immunity (EFT), per IEC 61000-4-4
    Surge Immunity, per IEC 61000-4-5
    Conducted RF Immunity (CRFI), per IEC 61000-4-6
    Emissions:
    Class B product with emissions per BS EN 61000-6-3 (2007+A1:2011): enclosure port, per CISPR 16
    Low voltage AC mains port, per CISPR 16
    Approvals:
    CE compliant. RoHS Compliant
    UL/cUL Class 1, Division 2, Groups ABCD
    ATEX Zone 2

  • Features & Benefits

    • Wide variety of input and output ranges
    • Mixes with different I/O types on compact 4, 8, or 16 channel back panels
    • Select fixed I/O range models or Bluetooth wireless technology user-configurable models
    • Android® and iOS® apps simplify wireless configuration with a smartphone or tablet
    • Mobile app configures I/O ranges, sets scaling, calibrates and performs diagnostics
    • Optional alarm function with set-point and dead band control driving 0/5V host output
    • Poll and trend I/O values to shareable charts
    • High accuracy, noise immunity, and stability
    • Isolated field-to-host and channel-to-channel (1500Vac peak, 250Vac/354Vdc continuous)
    • Over-molded I/O circuits offer superior shock, vibration, moisture, and dust protection.
    • Wide operating temperature range
    • UL/cUL Class I, Div 2, ABCD and ATEX Zone 2 hazardous location approvals

  • Tech Papers

    How to Use Signal Conditioners with Built-in Data Logging App Note
    Defining the Problem: A manufacturer of sensors and electrical controls does burn-in testing for troubleshooting purposes. A test system that can operate with either an Android® or iOS® mobile device is preferred. System Requirements: The application requires a product that can monitor a variety of signals, provide analog or limit alarm outputs and have data...
    How to Measure Voltage of Multiple Cascaded Cells App Note
    Defining the Problem: A proper method is needed to measure each cell voltage within a series of cells and withstand high nominal or open circuit voltages. The maximum series voltage is greater than the common-mode range of the connected instruments. This requires isolated floating inputs to measure each cell voltage. Channel-to-channel isolation will extend the...
    How to Reduce PLC Costs with Signal Conditioners App Note
    Defining the Problem: A small scale bottling operation will be controlled by PLCs. Multiple sensors including conveyor speed (frequency), bearings temperature (RTD), liquid level (4–20mA) and tank pressure (4–20mA) will connect to the PLCs. An affordable solution to convert these various signals to one common signal type will allow procurement of one type of PLC...

  • Specs & Data Sheets

    Specs & Catalogs

    uB45 Data Sheet

    microBlox Agility® App Data Sheet

    microBlox® multiLogger Data Sheet

    Manuals

    uB45 User Manual (Log in to download the file)

    microBlox Reconfiguration User Manual (Log in to download the file)

    microBlox Series Overview User Manual (Log in to download the file)

    Brochures

    microBlox® Signal Conditioners Brochure

  • Software

    Wireless Config Tool: The Agility™ Mobile App (Log in to download the file)
    microBlox® multiLogger Data Log Mobile App (Log in to download the file)

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  • Additional information

    Additional information

    Weight 16 oz
    Dimensions 13 × 12 × 3 in
    Part Number

    uB45-B: Wireless Configuration, Input: Configurable 0-50KHz, Configurable ±5V; Output: Configurable ±5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-01: Input: 0-500Hz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-02: Input: 0-1K0Hz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-03: Input: 0-2.5KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-04: Input: 0-5KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-05: Input: 0-10KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-06: Input: 0-25KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V, Operating Temp: -40 to 176°C, uB45-07: Input: 0-50KHz Freq, Output: 0-5V
    Configuration

    Agility Mobile App, Wireless Configuration
    Product Series

    microBlox Series