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HG-S measurement sensor

Tactile measurement sensor with slim unit body.

Slim unit body

Sensors Measurement HG-S Slim unit body Panasonic Industry
  1. Slim robust pencil-type sensor unit
  2. Bending-resistant cable even when used for moving parts
  3. Hot-swappable
  4. Plain bearings with 2-point support structure ensure excellent resistance to lateral loads
  5. Resistance to lateral load
  6. High accuracy: The high-precision sensor head has a resolution of 0.1µm and an indication accuracy of max. 1µm for the full range and max. 0.5µm for the narrow range. The high-resolution CMOS sensors measure the amount of movement by reading the glass scales that have different slit patterns at different read positions. This provides accurate measurements even in high-speed measuring operations. It also eliminates mechanical zero position runs when the system has been switched on.
  7. Resistance to upward thrust impact: Even when a sudden upward thrust impact occurs, the resulting load is applied only to the lower section of the sensor unit. The spindle stopper minimizes the impact on the glass scales.
  8. Tip deviation amount of max. 35µm
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Hot-swappable

Sensors Measurement HG-S Hot-swappable Panasonic Industry

The sensor head can be changed safely without turning off the controller. This reduces the man-hours required for changing the line setup when different workpieces need to be processed.

Excellent workmanship

The two plain bearings are accurately aligned with the center of the spindle during their installation to the top and bottom sections of the body to ensure smooth sliding.

Resistance to lateral load

Sensos Measurement HG-S Resistance to lateral load Panasonic Industry

The two plain bearings are accurately aligned with the center of the spindle during their installation to the top and bottom sections of the body to ensure smooth sliding. The sensor can withstand more than 100 million sliding operations under application of lateral load (reference value).

  1. Lateral load is generated when the sensor is positioned at an angle or the workpiece becomes tilted.
  2. Lateral load resistance test: The sensor withstands 100 million sliding operations (reference value).
  3. The two plain bearings increase the resistance to mechanical stress from the side and ensure the accuracy of measuring results even under lateral load.

* F = Force

Resistance to upward thrust impact thanks to spindle stopper

Sensors Measurement HG-S Resistance to upward thrust impact thanks to spindle stopper Panasonic Industry

Even when a sudden upward thrust impact occurs, the resulting load is applied only to the lower section of the sensor unit because a spindle stopper minimizes the impact on the glass scales.

Versatile and easy-to-use controller

HG-S Versatile and easy-to-use controller  Panasonic Industry
  1. Dual display for more flexibility
  2. All-direction LCD
  3. Intuitive circle meter
  4. Copy function from master to slave units

High-speed response of 3ms in combination with any sensor head

Useful maintenance mode for the production floor.

The following data are stored and can be used for analysis on the spot:

  • Abnormal sensor head upward thrust value
  • Number of sensor head upward thrusts
  • Cumulative total number of sliding operations

Alarm for upward thrust

An alarm can be set to notify the user of an upward thrust (stroke) that exceeds the set level. This allows you to conduct a preventive maintenance before the sensor head generates a malfunction.

Easy-to-understand 2-line digital display

HG-S Easy-to-understand 2-line digital display Panasonic Industry

The 2-line digital display simultaneously shows head measurement (measured value) and judgment value (calculated value). The high-contrast LCD provides sharp and clear indications and offers a wide viewing angle.

  1. Secondary display line: Displays sensor head measurement and other data.
  2. Main display line: displays judgment value.

Intuitive circle meter

Sensors Measurement HG-S Intuitive circle meter Panasonic Industry

Values within the maximum and minimum limits are indicated in green. Values outside the valid range are indicated in orange. This allows users to check the margin to the limits at a glance.

  1. Higher than maximum value.
  2. Lower than minimum value

Copy function

Sensors Measurement HG-S Copy function Panasonic Industry

During configuration of the master unit, the copy function symbol lights up for setting items that can be copied to slave units. This significantly reduces the man-hours required for configuration and maintenance.

Easy tolerance setting – simple 1-point teaching

HG-S Easy tolerance setting – simple 1-point teaching Panasonic Industry

Align with master workpiece and press ENTER for easy tolerance setting.

1. Master workpiece
2. Press once!
3. Tolerance setting completed!

4. Tolerance on positive side (HIGH set value)
5. Reference value
6. Tolerance on negative side (LOW set value)

No need for trigger input thanks to self-trigger function

Sensors Measurement HG-S No need for trigger input thanks to self-trigger function Panasonic Industry

The measurement process does not need to be triggered externally. It starts automatically when either the fluctuation of measurement values has stabilized or with a specified time delay after the self-trigger level (ST level) has been reached

1. Static width setting
As soon the measurement curve is stable within the specified range, the measured value will be sent to the analog output.

2. Delay timer setting
When the measurement value has reached the ST level and the specified delay time has elapsed, the measured value will be sent to the analog output.

  1. High
  2. Set value
  3. Low
  4. Self-trigger level (ST level)
  5. Delay timer
  6. Static width

Serial connection of up to 15 slave units

HG-S Serial connection of up to 15 slave units Panasonic Industry

One master unit can be connected in series with up to 15 slave units in any order. This allows easy multi-point calculations. End plates (optional) must be mounted on both sides of the controller after the connection of slave units. 

Unit types

Master unit (1 type): High performance type (analog current + input / output)

Slave unit (3 types ):

  • High performance type (analog current + input / output)
  • Standard type (input / output)
  • Wire-saving type

1. End plates MS-DIN-E
2. Master unit HG-SC101 (high-performance type with analog current + digital input / output)
3. Slave unit HG-SC111 (high-performance type with analog current + digital input / output)
4. Slave unit HG-SC112 (standard type with digital input / output)
5. Slave unit / HG-SC113 (wire-saving type)

Applications

Sensors Measurement HG-S applications Panasonic Industry
  • Coupling assembly inspection
  • Transmission parts height measurement
  • Flat screen flatness measurement

Order guide - Sensor head

Type Resolution Indication accuracy (P-P, full range) Measurement range Model No.
General purpose Standard type 0.5μm Max. 2.0μm 10mm HG-S1010
Standard type 0.5μm Max 3.0μm 32mm HG-S1032
Standard type 0.5μm Max. 3.5μm 50mm HG-S1050
Low measuring force type (note 1) 0.5μm Max. 2.0μm 10mm HG-S1010R
Air driven type 0.5μm Max. 2.0μm 10mm HG-S1010-AC
           
High precision Standard type 0.1μm Max. 1.0μm 10mm HG-S1110
Low measuring force type (note 1) 0.1μm Max. 1.0μm 10mm HG-S1110R
Air Driven type 0.1μm Max. 1.0μm 10mm HG-S1110-AC

Note 1: The low measuring force type is not equipped with rubber bellows.

 

Sensor head connection cable (bending-resistant type)

Designation Length Model No.
Straight connector 3m CN-HS-C3
7m CN-HS-C7
10m CN-HS-C10
20m CN-HS-C20
L-shaped connector 3m CN-HS-C3L
7m CN-HS-C7L
10m CN-HS-C10L
20m CN-HS-C20L

Order guide - Controller

Type Output Model No.
Master unit High-performance type (analog current + input / output) NPN HG-SC101
PNP HG-SC101-P
     
Slave units High-performance type (analog current + input / output) NPN HG-SC111
PNP HG-SC111-P
     
Standard type (input / output) NPN HG-SC112
PNP HG-SC112-P
     
Wire-saving type - HG-SC113

Options

HG-S Options
Designation Model No.
Probe Standard type TR-S10-Cx5 (5 pcs. per set)
Super-hard type TR-S10-H
Super-hard needle type TR-S321-H
Flat-seated type TR-S411-K
Roller type TR-S601
Offset type TR-S700-H
Joint Length 15mm type TR-J102
Length 25 mm type TR-J104
Rubber bellows TR-G20X5 (5 pcs. per set)
TR-G50X5

Specifications - Air driven type

Type Air-driven type
General purpose High precision
Model No. HG-S1010-AC HG-S1110-AC
Compatible controller HG-SC101(-P), HG-SC111(-P), HG-SC112(-P), HG-SC113
Position detection method Optical absolute linear encoder method
Measurement range 10mm (note 1)
Stroke Min. 10.5mm (note 1)
Measuring force Downward mount Dependent on applied air
Upward mount
Side mount
Resolution 0.5μm
Indication accuracy (P-P) Full range: max. 2.0μm Narrow range: max. 1.0μm
Tip deviation amount 35μm (typical)
Hot-swap function Incorporated
Working pressure range 0.14 to 0.16MPa 0.035 to 0.045MPa (without seal cap)
Capacity to resist pressure 0.2MPa
Applicable fluid Clean air
Applicable tube Outside diameter: 4mm Inside diameter: 2.5mm
Operation indicator 2-color LED (orange / green)
Environmental resistance Protective structure IP67 (IEC, note 2)
Ambient temperature Operation: -10 to +55°C (no condensation or ice) Storage: -20 to +60°C
Ambient humidity 35 to 85% RH, storage: 35 to 85% RH
Insulation resistance Min. 100MΩ at 250V DC
Vibration resistance 10 to 500Hz frequency, 3mm double amplitude (maximum acceleration 196m/s2) in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each
Shock resistance 1960m/s2 acceleration in X, Y and Z directions three times each
Material Body: zinc, holder: stainless steel, spindle: tool steel, probe (see options): ceramic, air-tube clamp: S60CM
Weight Net weight: approx. 80g
Accessories Sensor head fastening wrench 1 pc., mounting nut 1 pc., seal cap 1 pc., air-tube clamp 1 pc.

Notes:

  1. Measured at an ambient temperature of +20°C
  2. The seal cap has to be applied.

Specifications - Sensor head

Type General purpose High precision
Standard type Low measuring force type Standard type Low measuring force type
Model No. HG-S1010 HG-S1010R HG-S1110 HG-S1110R
Compatible controller HG-SC101(-P), HG-SC111(-P), HG-SC112(-P), HG-SC113
Position detection method Optical absolute linear encoder method
Measurement range 10mm (note 1)
Stroke Min. 10.5mm (note 1)
Measuring force (note 2, note 3) Downward mount Max. 1.65N 1.1N (note 4) Max. 0.35N 0.3N (note 4) Max. 1.65N 1.1N (note 4) Max. 0.35N 0.3N (note 4)
Upward mount Max. 1.35N 0.85N (note 4) Max. 0.12N 0.05N (note 4) Max. 1.35N 0.85N (note 4) Max. 0.12N 0.05N (note 4)
Side mount Max. 1.5 N 0.95N (note 4) Max. 0.25N 0.2N (note 4) Max. 1.5N 0.95N (note 4) Max. 0.25N 0.2N (note 4)
Resolution 0.5μm 0.1μm
Indication accuracy (P-P) (note 2) Full range: max. 2.0μm Narrow range: max. 1.0μm (any 60μm) Full range: max. 1.0μm Narrow range: max. 0.5μm (any 60μm)
Tip deviation amount 35μm (typical)
Hot-swap function Incorporated
Operation indicator 2-color LED (orange / green)
Environmental resistance Protective structure IP67 (IEC, note 5) - IP67 (IEC, note 5) -
Ambient temperature Operation: -10 to +55°C (no condensation or ice) Storage: -20 to +60°C
Ambient humidity 35 to 85% RH, storage: 35 to 85% RH
Insulation resistance Min. 100MΩ at 250V DC
Vibration resistance 10 to 500Hz frequency, 3mm double amplitude (maximum acceleration 196m/s²) in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each
Shock resistance 1960m/s² acceleration in X, Y and Z directions three times each
Mechanical life Min. 100 million times (note 6)
Tightening torque Set screw: 1.5N m, nut: 12.5N m
Probe tightening torque 0.1 to 0.4N m (no force applied to main unit)
Grounding method Capacitor grounding
Material Body: zinc, holder: stainless steel, spindle: tool steel, probe (note 7): ceramic, rubber bellows: NBR (black)
Weight Net weight: approx.. 80g
Accessories Standard type (HG-S1010 / HG-S1110): Sensor head fastening wrench 1 pc., mounting nut 1 pc Low measuring force type (HG-S1010R / HG-S1110R): Sensor head fastening wrench 1 pc., mounting nut 1 pc., rubber bellows 1 pc.

Notes:

1. 5 to 10mm range when low measurement force type (HG-S1010R / HG-S1110R) is mounted in upward mount. 2. Measured at an ambient temperature of +20°C
3. In the case of low measuring force type (HG-S1010R / HG-S1110R), measurements were obtained with products in standard configuration without rubber bellows.
4. Typical value near center of measurement.
5. Excludes damage and deterioration to rubber bellows due to external causes.
6. Typical value in a clean environment with no contact with dust or liquids such as water and oil. Four million times (typical) when low measurement force type (HG-S1010R / HG-S1110R) is mounted in upward mount.
7. Different probes (optional) are also available.

Specifications - Controller

Type Master unit Slave unit
High-performance type High-performance type Standard type Wire-saving type
Model No. NPN output HG-SC101 HG-SC111 HG-SC112 HG-SC113
PNP output HG-SC101-P HG-SC111-P HG-SC112-P
Compatible sensor head HG-S1010(R), HG-S1110(R)
Number of connectable units Up to 15 slave units can be connected per master unit.
Supply voltage 24V DC ±10%, including ripple 0.5V (P-P)
Current consumption (note 2) Max. 70mA (when sensor head is connected)
Analog current output (note 3)
  • Current output range: 4 to 20mA / F.S. (default value)
  • Error output: 0mA
  • Linearity: ±0.25% F.S.
  • Load impedance: max. 250Ω
Control output (output 1, output 2, output 3) NPN output type
  • NPN open-collector transistor
  • Maximum sink current: 50mA (note 4)
  • Applied voltage: max. 30V DC (between output and 0V)
  • Residual voltage: max. 1.5V (at 50mA sink current)
  • Leakage current:  Max. 0.1mA

PNP output type

  • PNP open-collector transistor
  • Maximum source current: 50mA (note 4)
  • Applied voltage: max. 30V DC (between output and +V)
  • Residual voltage: max. 1.5V (at 50mA source current)
  • Leakage current: max. 0.1mA
Short-circuit protection Incorporated (automatic reset type)
Judgment output NO / NC switching method
Alarm output Open when alarm occurs
External input (input 1, input 2, input 3) NPN output type
  • Non-contact input or NPN open-collector transistor
  • Input condition: Invalid (+8V to +V DC or open), valid (0 to +1.2V DC)
  • Input impedance: approx. 10kΩ

PNP output type

  • Non-contact input or PNP open-collector transistor
  • Input condition: Invalid (0 to +0.6V DC or open), valid (+4V to +V DC)
  • Input impedance: approx. 10kΩ
Trigger input Input time min. 2ms (ON)
Preset input Input time min. 20ms (ON)
Reset input Input time min. 20ms (ON)
Bank input A / B Input time min 20ms (ON)
Response time 3ms, 5ms, 10ms, 100ms, 500ms, 1,000ms switching type
Digital display 204-segment LCD
Display resolution 0.1μm
Display range -199.9999 to 199.9999mm
Contamination level 2
Altitude Max. 2000m
Environmental resistance Degree of protection IP40 (IEC)
Ambient temperature -10 to +50°C (no condensation or ice), storage: -20 to +60°C
Ambient humidity 35 to 85% RH, storage: 35 to 85% RH
Insulation resistance Min. 20MΩ, with 250V DC megger between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Withstand voltage 1000V AC for one minute between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Vibration resistance 10 to 150Hz frequency, 0.75mm amplitude in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each
Shock resistance 98m/s² acceleration (10G approx.) in X, Y and Z directions five times each
Material Case: polycarbonate, cover: polycarbonate, switches: polyacetal
Cable 0.2mm² 2-core cable (brown and blue lead wires) / 0.15mm² 7-core composite cable, 2m long 0.15mm², 7-core composite cable, 2m long 0.15mm², 6-core cab tire cable, 2m long
Weight (approx.) 140g 140g 130g 60g

Notes:

1. Where measurement conditions have not been specified precisely, the conditions used were as follows: supply voltage 24V DC, ambient temperature +20°C.
2. Current consumption does not include analog current output.
3. Linearity F.S. = 16 mA, and is linearity with respect to digitally measured values.
4. When slave units are connected to the master unit, the maximum sink current / source current of the control output and ambient temperature vary depending on the number of connected slave units as shown below.

 

Number of connected slave units Maximum sink current / source current of control output Ambient temperature
1 to 7 slave units 20mA -10 to +45°C
8 to 15 slave units 10mA

HG-S communication unit

HG-S communication unit Panasonic Industry

Direct transfer of high-precision measurement values: new communication unit for the HG-S series

The new RS485 communication unit for the HG-S sensor series is used to transfer high-precision measurement values directly, making data traceability easier than before. Communication does not only work for measurement values, but also for parameters, making it easy to manage inspection results and identify causes in the event of a failure.

Installation example

Sensors Measurement HG-S communication unit installation example Panasonic Industry

In a network installation, a PLC and a computer can be used to control a number of stations remotely. Each station consists of a master, up to 14 slaves, and the SC-HG1-485 communication unit. The maximum number of stations is limited by the communication protocol selected: 99 stations for MODBUS (RTU/ASCII) and 64 stations for MEWTOCOL-COM.

  1. Station consisting of a master sensor, up to 14 slave sensors, and the SC-HG1-485 communication unit
  2. Two protocols available:
    - MODBUS (RTU/ASCII) for connection of up to 99 stations
    - MEWTOCOL-COM for connection of up to 64 stations
  3. Programmable controller FP7 series
  4. PC for analysis and cause investigation
  5. Web server for data logging

Order guide

Product name Model No. Description
RS485 communication unit SC-HG1-485 Communication unit for RS485 communication. Two protocols available:
  • MODBUS (RTU/ASCII) for connection of up to 99 stations
  • MEWTOCOL-COM for connection of up to 64 stations

Specifications HG-S communication unit

Product name RS485 communication unit for measurement sensors
Model No. SC-HG1-485
Applicable standards EMC directive
Compatible controller HG-SC
Supply voltage 24V DC ±10% including ripple max. 10% (P-P) (within specified power supply voltage range) Note: The power is supplied from the master sensor.
Current consumption Max. 40mA
Communication method Two-wire half-duplex communication
Synchronization method Start-stop synchronization
Communication protocol MODBUS (RTU, ASCII), MEWTOCOL-COM
Communication speed 1.2 kbit/s, 2.4 kbit/s, 4.8 kbit/s, 9.6 kbit/s, 19.2 kbit/s, 38.4 kbit/s, 57.6 kbit/s, 115.2 kbit/s
Electrical characteristics Complies with EIA RS-485
Number of stations connectable to a host 1 to 99 units when MODBUS (RTU/ASCII) is used 1 to 64 units when MEWTOCOL-COM is used
Number of connectable sensors per station Maximum of 15 sensors (1 master, 14 slaves) per SC-HG1-485 unit
Stop bit length 1 bit, 2 bits
Parity check None, even, odd
Data length 8 bits (RTU), 7 bits (ASCII)
Pollution degree 2
Operating altitude Max. 2000m
Environmental resistance Degree of protection IP40 (IEC)
Ambient temperature -10 to +45°C (no condensation or ice), storage: -20 to +60°C
Ambient humidity Operation and storage: 35 to 85% RH
Insulation resistance Min. 20MΩ, with 250V DC megger between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Withstand voltage 1000V AC for one minute between all supply terminals connected together and enclosure
Vibration resistance 10 to 150Hz frequency, 0.75mm amplitude in X, Y and Z directions for two hours each
Shock resistance 98m/s² acceleration (10G approx.) in X, Y and Z directions five times each
Material Case: polycarbonate
Maximum length for communication cable Max. 1200m between SC-HG1-485 (terminal) and PLC
Weight (approx.) Net weight: 75g, gross weight: 120g.
Accessories Termination resistor switching jumper: 1 pc.

Downloads

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PDF Brochure "Focus Automazione" Catalog, Shortform 3.1 MB 01.04.2022 Italian
PDF Brochure Capteurs Catalog, Shortform 32.5 MB 13.09.2021 French
PDF Catálogo Resumen Sensores Data sheet 29 MB 28.04.2021 Spanish
PDF Digital Displacement Sensor Head HG-S. Air-Driven Type Digital Displacement Sensor Heads Featuring Slim Body! Data sheet 2 MB 21.05.2019 English
PDF HG-S Contact-Type Digital Displacement Sensor/Head, MJE-HGS1010 Manual 4.1 MB 27.09.2023 English
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PDF HG-S Series User's Manual, WUME-HGS-11 Manual 12.8 MB 27.09.2023 English
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PDF HG-S series: Slim & Robust Sensor Unit Catalog, Shortform 8.1 MB 24.11.2015 English
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PDF HG-SC Instruction Manual, MJE-HGSC Manual 2.8 MB 14.12.2023 English
PDF Programma Sensori Catalog, Shortform 2.6 MB 11.01.2021 Italian
Raccolta Applicazioni Sensori Data sheet 24.2 KB 20.12.2018 Italian
PDF SC-HG1 USB Communication Unit Instruction Manual, CMJE-SCHG1USB Manual 618.3 KB 15.12.2023 English
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PDF SC-HG1-485 User's Manual, WUME-SCHG1485-5 Manual 3.5 MB 07.01.2021 English
PDF SC-HG1-C Instruction Manual, MJE-SCHG1C Manual 3.3 MB 15.12.2023 English
PDF SC-HG1-C User’s Manual WUME-SCHG1C-5 Manual 3.3 MB 07.01.2021 English
ZIP SC-HG1-ETC 2D data CAD 14.7 KB
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PDF SC-HG1-ETC EtherCAT communication Instruction Manual, MJE-SCHG1ETC Manual 1.4 MB 15.12.2023 English
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PDF Sensor Selection Guide for Packaging Industry Catalog 14.7 MB 12.07.2022 English
PDF Senzory - Zkrácená verze Catalog, Shortform 10.1 MB 28.01.2013 Czech
PDF Short Form Sensors for Factory Automation Catalog, Shortform 32.7 MB 08.07.2021 English
PDF Top seller - Automation products, 6215euen Catalog, Shortform 15.7 MB 04.05.2023 English
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