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LVDT Transducer Connector

LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transformer) position sensors use 5-wire connections: primary excitation AC and four secondary output wires forming a differential pair that changes with core displacement.

// connector diagram 5 pins
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// Specifications
Standard
Generic LVDT 5-wire
Pin Count
5
Excitation
1-10 kHz AC sinewave
Output
Differential AC voltage proportional to position
Connector
5-pin DIN or terminal block
Use Case
Precision position measurement industrial automation
// Pin Reference Table
PinNameFunctionType
1 PRI+ Primary excitation positive PWR
2 PRI- Primary excitation negative PWR
3 SEC1+ Secondary 1 positive ADC
4 SEC1- Secondary 1 negative ADC
5 SEC2 Secondary 2 (some designs) ADC

LVDT (Linear Variable Differential Transformer) position sensors use 5-wire connections: primary excitation AC and four secondary output wires forming a differential pair that changes with core displacement.