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Hermetically Sealed Hi-Temp AC-Operated
LVDT Position Sensors

HSTA/HSTAR 750 General Specifications
Input Voltage 3.0 Vrms (nominal)
Input Frequency 2.5 to 3.0 kHz
Linearity Error < ±0.25% of FRO
Repeatability Error < 0.01% of FSO
Hysteresis Error < 0.01% of FSO
Operating Temperature -65 °F to +400 °F
-55 °C to +200 °C
Thermal Coefficient of Sensitivity -0.01%/°F (nominal)
-0.02%/°C (nominal)
Vibration Tolerance 20 g to 2 kHz
Shock Survival 1000 g, 11 ms
  • Beam scraper positioning feedback
  • Hydraulic cylinder position
  • Steam valve postioning
  • Power generation applications
  • Corrosive environments
  • Ranges of ±0.05" to ±10" [±1.25 mm to ±250 mm]
  • 400°F (200°C) operating temperature
  • Environmentally sealed to IEC IP-68
  • Non-linearity less than ±0.25% of FRO
  • Through-bore design (HSTAR)
  • Mating plug for connector included

Macro Sensors’ HSTA and HSTAR 750 Series of 3/4 inch (19 mm) diameter AC-operated LVDTs are designed for a wide range of position measurement applications. These are rugged hermetically sealed sensors, constructed entirely of stainless steel, and intended for use at high temperatures (400°F). The coil windings are sealed against hostile environments to IEC standard IP-68 and electrical termination is through a sealed axial (HSTA) or radial (HSTAR) connector. The radial connector offers two important benefits. First, it results in a through-bore design, which permits access to either or both ends of the LVDT’s core for better mechanical support and core guidance, and easier cleanout in dusty or dirty locations. The second advantage of the radial connector is shorter installed length compared to units of the same range with axial connectors. The mating connector plug is supplied with the unit.

Available in ranges of ±0.050 inch (±1.25 mm) to ±10.0 inches (±250 mm), HSTA/HSTAR 750 Series sensors feature the high resolution, excellent repeatability, and low hysteresis associated with LVDT technology, as well as the highest sensitivity consistent with good linearity. The maximum linearity error for any of these sensors is ±0.25% of full range output using a statistically best-fit straight line derived by the least squares method.

Macro Sensors offers several standard options that permit a user to customize HSTA/HSTAR 750 LVDTs, including Teflon® bore liners and metric threaded cores, as well as smaller diameter and low mass cores. In addition, Macro Sensors can provide a range of mounting accessories and core extension rods. HSTA/HSTAR Series units can also be supplied to withstand exposure to mild radiation (3x107 Rads). On special order, the HSTA/HSTAR 750 Series can be constructed for resistance to mild nuclear radiation, as well as for immersion in pressurized fluids and to withstand higher operating temperatures.

All HSTA/HSTAR 750 Series LVDTs will operate properly with any conventional differential input LVDT signal conditioners, but operation with ratiometric LVDT signal conditioning is not recommended. Macro Sensors offers a full line of LVDT signal conditioners that will deliver optimum performance from any HSTA/HSTAR 750 Series LVDT.

  • HSTA 750 Series
  • HSTAR 750 Series
HSTA 750 Series Specifications - (click tab above for HSTAR 750 Series Specifications)
Parameter Unit of Measure HSTA 750-050 HSTA 750-125 HSTA 750-250 HSTA 750-500 HSTA 750-1000 HSTA 750-2000 HSTA 750-3000 HSTA 750-4000 HSTA 750-5000 HSTA 750-7500 HSTA 750-10000
Nominal Range inches ± 0.050 ± 0.125 ± 0.25 ± 0.50 ± 1.00 ± 2.00 ± 3.00 ± 4.00 ± 5.00 ± 7.50 ± 10.00
mm ± 1.3 ± 3.0 ± 6.3 ± 12.5 ± 25 ± 50 ± 75 ± 100 ± 125 ± 190 ± 250
Sensitivity mV/V/.001 in 6.1 3.9 2.4 0.63 0.61 0.37 0.25 0.17 0.12 0.11 0.07
mV/V/mm 240 154 96 25 24 15 9.8 6.7 4.9 4.3 2.8
Primary Impedance ohms 325 735 1400 1200 1250 2150 2150 420 600 775 620
Dimension "A" inches 2.01 2.64 3.35 5.92 7.38 10.91 13.65 16.17 18.65 23.85 31.66
mm 51.1 67.1 85.1 150.4 187.5 277.1 346.1 411 473.7 606 804
Dimension "B" inches 0.80 1.25 1.65 3.45 3.45 5.30 6.20 6.20 6.20 7.00 9.50
mm 20.3 31.7 41.9 87.6 87.6 134.6 157.5 157.5 157.5 177.8 241.3
Dimension "N" inches 0.63 0.94 1.32 2.57 3.32 5.07 6.29 7.65 8.94 11.52 15.42
mm 16 24 33 65 84 129 160 194 227 293 392
Weight - Body ounces 1.6 2.1 2.5 3.3 4.3 6.2 8.2 9.2 10.0 14.2 18.3
grams 45 59 71 93 122 176 232 260 283 402 519
Weight - Core ounces 0.08 0.12 0.18 0.40 0.40 0.65 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.90 1.20
grams 2.4 3.7 4.8 11.6 11.6 18 22 22 22 25.5 34
HSTA 750 Series Mechanical Drawing and Wiring Diagram
HSTA 750 Series Ordering Information

For standard HSTA 750, order by model number with range.

For metric threaded core option, add -006 after model number with range.

For Teflon® bore liner option, add -010 after model number with range.

For small diameter core option, add -020 after model number with range.

For mild radiation option, add -080 after model number with range.

For multiple options, add sum of dash numbers after model number with range.

For accessories, please visit the Accessories Page.

Macro Sensors also offers a full line of LVDT signal conditioners, controllers and indicators that deliver optimum performance from any AC operated LVDT. For additional information, please visit the Electronics/Signal Conditioning Page.

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HSTAR 750 Series Specifications - (click tab above for HSTA 750 Series Specifications)
Parameter Unit of Measure HSTAR 750-050 HSTAR 750-125 HSTAR 750-250 HSTAR 750-500 HSTAR 750-1000 HSTAR 750-2000 HSTAR 750-3000 HSTAR 750-4000 HSTAR 750-5000 HSTAR 750-7500 HSTAR 750-10000
Nominal Range inches ± 0.050 ± 0.125 ± 0.25 ± 0.50 ± 1.00 ± 2.00 ± 3.00 ± 4.00 ± 5.00 ± 7.50 ± 10.00
mm ± 1.3 ± 3.0 ± 6.3 ± 12.5 ± 25 ± 50 ± 75 ± 100 ± 125 ± 190 ± 250
Sensitivity mV/V/.001 in 6.1 3.9 2.4 0.63 0.61 0.37 0.25 0.17 0.12 0.11 0.07
mV/V/mm 240 154 96 25 24 15 9.8 6.7 4.9 4.3 2.8
Primary Impedance ohms 325 735 1400 1200 1250 2150 2150 420 600 775 620
Dimension "A" inches 2.01 2.64 3.35 5.92 7.38 10.91 13.65 16.17 18.65 23.85 31.66
mm 51.1 67.1 85.1 150.4 187.5 277.1 346.1 411 473.7 606 804
Dimension "B" inches 0.80 1.25 1.65 3.45 3.45 5.30 6.20 6.20 6.20 7.00 9.50
mm 20.3 31.7 41.9 87.6 87.6 134.6 157.5 157.5 157.5 177.8 241.3
Dimension "N" inches 0.63 0.94 1.32 2.57 3.32 5.07 6.29 7.65 8.94 11.52 15.42
mm 16 24 33 65 84 129 160 194 227 293 392
Weight - Body ounces 1.6 2.1 2.5 3.3 4.3 6.2 8.2 9.2 10.0 14.2 18.3
grams 45 59 71 93 122 176 232 260 283 402 519
Weight - Core ounces 0.08 0.12 0.18 0.40 0.40 0.65 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.90 1.20
grams 2.4 3.7 4.8 11.6 11.6 18 22 22 22 25.5 34
HSTAR 750 Series Mechanical Drawing and Wiring Diagram
HSTAR 750 Series Ordering Information

For standard HSTAR 750, order by model number with range.

For metric threaded core option, add -006 after model number with range.

For Teflon® bore liner option, add -010 after model number with range.

For small diameter core option, add -020 after model number with range.

For mild radiation option, add -080 after model number with range.

For multiple options, add sum of dash numbers after model number with range.

For accessories, please visit the Accessories Page.

Macro Sensors also offers a full line of LVDT signal conditioners, controllers and indicators that deliver optimum performance from any AC operated LVDT. For additional information, please visit the Electronics/Signal Conditioning Page.

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