Electron
S.R.L.
Design
Production &
Trading of
Educational
Equipment
B3510 SERIES – TRANSDUCERS
AND INSTRUMENTATION TRAINERS
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File LEAFLET B3510
B3510 – TRANSDUCERS AND INSTRUMENTATION TRAINERS
The trainer is organized in a modular form
and consists of a set of experiment boards.
Each one can be easily identified by its
alphabetical suffix.
All the modules in this series have a similar
appearance, they have a green fiberglass
front surface on which are mounted the
electronic components.
Clear white silk-screen printing indicates the
component positions, and functional blocks.
The rear of each module has a strong
protective cover.
The outline of each of the experiment
modules and relevant study topics is
presented in the following pages. A concise
list of the modules is presented below.
The trainer includes a PC interface module
(factory code B3510-Z), which can be
interfaced with all the modules in the series
to enable complex remote control and
monitoring of simulated systems.
For this scope a high-feature software
package is available, the B3510-SW –
Transducer Lab Support and Simulation
Software – described in this section
A unique power supply has been created for
this series of boards, B3510-BU (factorycode B4191)). It has all the facilities
necessary to perform the experiments during
study sessions.
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B3510 – TRANSDUCERS AND INSTRUMENTATION TRAINERS CONTENTS:
B3510-A
B3510-B
B3510-C
B3510-D/E
B3510-F
B3510-G
B3510-H
B3510-I
B3510-J
B3510-K
B3510-L
B3510-M
B3510-N
B3510-P
B3510-Q
B3510-R
B3510-S
B3510-T
B3510-U
B3510-W
B3510-Z
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
R, L, C MEASUREMENT
LIGHT CONTROL
PROCESS SIMULATOR and PROCESS CONTROLLER
STRAIN GAUGE
DC MOTOR SPEED CONTROL
SOUND AND VIBRATION TRANSDUCERS
ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCERS APPLICATION
POSITION CONTROL
VARIABLE CAPACITANCE TRANSDUCERS
ON/OFF SENSORS AND ACTUATORS
AIR FLOW TRANSDUCER
DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE TRANSDUCER
ROTATIONAL POSITION ENCODERS
LINEAR VARIABLE DIFFERENTIAL TRANSFORMER
BARGRAPH V-METER
AC MOTOR CONTROL
STEPPER MOTOR CONTROL
LEVEL MEASUREMENT TRANSDUCERS
LINEAR MOTOR
PC INTERFACE MODULE
B3510-SW TRANSDUCER LAB SUPPORT AND SIMULATION SOFTWARE
B3510-BU POWER SUPPLY for the B3510 series
(B4191)
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B3510-A – TEMPERATURE CONTROL
General:
The B3510-A board is equipped with four
different
types
of
commonly
used
temperature sensors (J-TC, NTC, PTC, Bimetallic switch). This allows an extensive and
complete study of these devices and the
circuits required for the conditioning of the
signals produced by them.
Open and closed loop temperature control
conditions can easily be demonstrated and
investigated.
Industrial applications may also be
simulated by interfacing this module with
others in the B35 series, for example the
B3510-Z PC interface board.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Heating element and heat sink
J-type thermocouple
NTC
Pt 100 platinum resistor
Bi-metallic thermal switch
3 conditioning amplifiers for J-TC, NTC,
PTC
Reference generator
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Reference-feedback summing node
Loop amplifier with adjustable gain
“Burst Controller”
DC power driver for heating element
AC power driver for heating element
The B3510-A module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Exercises and study subjects:
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Characteristics and use of the 4
temperature transducers
Linearizing techniques
Open and closed loop temperature
control
Proportional and ON/OFF temperature
controls
The Burst Control Technique (duty cycle
control technique)
DC power drive
AC power drive
The B3510-A requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-B – R, L, C MEASUREMENTS
General:
The B3510-B board may be configured in
many different ways (using jumper cords
supplied) so that the student can study and
investigate the procedures and circuits used
to perform the measurements of resistance,
capacitance and inductance.
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V-REF generator
I/V converter (for R measurements)
Integrator and Comparator (for
measurements)
V/I converter (for L measurements)
C
Sample components on which to perform
the measurements: R, C, L (2 pcs each).
The unit also provides the facilities to study
the set-up of AC and DC measurement
bridges.
The B3510-B module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Exercises and study subjects:
Features:
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Devices to set-up DC and AC measurement
bridges:
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Precision multi-turn potentiometer with
dial knob
Wire-wound potentiometer
Resistor and capacitor sets (for fixed
bridge arms)
Analogue mid-scale-zero meter
Differential AC amplifier
Precision rectifier
Devices to show the principles of R/V, C/F,
L/V conversion for industrial type of
measurements of R, C, L parameters:
Wheatstone bridge for R measurements
Maxwell bridge for L measurements
De Sauty bridge for C measurements
Differential AC amplifiers and precision
rectifiers
Reference voltage generators and I/V
converters
V/I converters
The B3510-B requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-C – LIGHT SENSORS AND LIGHT CONTROLS
General:
The B3510-C is a comprehensive module,
which allows the study of the most common
types of light sensors and control circuits.
It is sub-divided into clearly identifiable
areas to facilitate its use.
The module includes one light source and
drive circuit and three different types of
transducers and their appropriate types of
amplification circuits.
Both on-off and proportional light control
experimentation is possible.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Light source (incandescent lamp) and
drive circuit
Photo resistor measurement bridge
The amplifier can be turned into a
threshold comparator
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Infrared Photodiode and interface
amplifier
Infrared Phototransistor and application
circuit
The B3510-C module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Exercises and study subjects:
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The principle of light intensity-to-voltage
conversion
Measurement of light intensity
Proportional light control
On-off light control
Light-activated switch
Light barriers
The B3510-C requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-D – PROCESS SIMULATOR
B3510-E – PROCESS CONTROLLER
General:
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The B3510-D and B3510-E are a pair of
training aids to practically experiment the
concepts which are subjects of any course
on Automatic Controls Technology, from the
basic to the most advanced ones.
The value of these trainers resides in the
capability to simulate systems with a great
variety of transfer functions (first-order,
second-order, non-linear systems) and then
perform experiments and measurements
which enforce the student’s understanding
of the theory.
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Devices to simulate linear systems of the
first and second order
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Two 4-inputs linear adders
One multiplier (by a constant)
Two
system
model
builders,
allowing the simulation of a great
variety of System Transfer Functions
Passive network elements (C,R)
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Process
Blocks to implement
various configurations:
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In detail the B3510-D – Process Simulator –
includes:
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Saturation simulator (the saturation
level is knob-adjustable)
Backlash simulator (backlash band
adjustable)
Hysteresis simulator (adjustable)
The B3510-E
includes:
Both are of a rugged construction and
suitable for the most demanding of
classroom conditions.
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Function
Generator
delivering
sine/triangle/square
signals,
adjustable in both frequency and
amplitude
Knob-controlled
DC
reference
generator, also usable as a Step
generator
Potentiometer (variable attenuator)
Devices to simulate specific nonlinearities encountered with real systems
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The B3510-D specifically deals with system
simulation, while the B3510-E is a flexible
system controller
Both trainers are in the form of boards with
components in view. Each functional block is
clearly identified by silk print indications.
Auxiliary items to facilitate experiment
execution:
Controller
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controllers
of
2-input, complementary outputs
summing node
3-term controller, configurable as P,
PI, PD, PID controller. The 3 terms
are separately excludable and
adjustable
Output adder for the P, I, D terms
Auxiliary facilities for execution of the
experiments:
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Potentiometer (reference generator)
Function
Generator
delivering
sine/triangle/square
signals,
adjustable in both frequency and
amplitude
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Exercises and study subjects:
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Open and closed loop control systems
The gain and bandwidth of negativefeedback closed-loop systems
Effect of additive and multiplicative
disturbances in the negative-feedback,
closed-loop control systems
Simulation of first and second-order
transfer function system. Step response
and Bode plots. Stability, stability
margin, compensation
Use and adjustment of P, PI, PID
controllers
Simulation of non-linear systems with
saturation, backlash, hysteresis.
Both panels include a fault simulator,
consisting of an array of 8 microswitches
each, concealed by a removable cover. This
is to train the students in troubleshooting
techniques
A connector for the optional B1178 – Fault
Simulation PC interface – is also provided.
The B1178, if equipped, allows fault
programming via PC by the instructor and
computer-aided troubleshooting for the
student.
The trainers are supplied complete with
connection cable kits and extensive
instruction manual
The B3510-D and B3510-E require a +15,
-15V stabilized power supply. The B3510BU (B4191) power supply is recommended,
as for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
XY recorder
Chart recorder
Ordering codes
B3510-D
B3510-E
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B3510-F – STRAIN GAUGE
General:
Features:
The B3510-F is designed to allow the study
of load and strain measurements using
strain gauges. It consists of a balanced
bridge set-up made of two extensometers
and two fixed resistors.
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The bridge has a precision conditioning
amplifier, both the gain and offset are
adjustable to provide a precise strain-tovoltage conversion.
The B3510-F board comes complete with a
connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
The front face of the module is made of
fiberglass. A U-shaped slot cut in the surface
allows the concentration of elastic strain in
the sensor area.
Exercises and study subjects:
A transparent plastic disc functions as a
support for weights (not included), which
may be used to apply a known strain to the
transducers.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
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Two extensometers
Balanced bridge configuration
Precision bridge amplifier
Coarse and fine zero trimmers
Full-scale adjustment
Functional study of the system
Zero and full-scale adjustments
Strain to voltage conversion
Output characteristics
The B3510-F requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-G – DC MOTOR SPEED CONTROL
General:
The B3510-G module incorporates all the
sub-systems necessary for the study of DC
motor speed control in both open and
closed-loop set-ups.
The module has two small DC motors
ganged together. One is used as the drive
motor and the other as a tachometric
generator. A slot-type optical feedback
sensor is also mechanically ganged to a DC
motor.
The small motors ensure safe operation in
all circumstances, this is important when the
student has little experience.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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2 small-size mechanically ganged DC
motors. One of the two operates as a
tachometric generator, or as a load
Slot-type optical sensor and encoder
disk. This arrangement provides 8
pulses per motor revolution.
Frequency-to-voltage converter for the
encoder signal
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Tacho-generator signal conditioner
DC reference generator
Loop amplifier with adjustable gain
Switch mode power driver for the motor
The B3510-G board comes complete with a
connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Exercises and study subjects:
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Open and closed-loop speed control
Speed sensors: encoders and tachogenerators
Adjustment of gain in a closed-loop
system
System response versus loop-gain
Operation of a power switch mode
driver
The B3510-G requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-H – SOUND AND VIBRATION TRANSDUCERS
General:
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The B3510-H module allows the study of
commonly used acoustic and vibration
sensors and transducers.
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The unit has a remote microphone and
amplifier for increased flexibility during
learning sessions.
The B3510-H module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Exercises and study subjects:
The on-board loudspeaker is provided to
demonstrate many different principles of
both sound reproduction and vibration
generation.
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The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
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Remote micro module with microphone
and amplifier
Audio amplifier with low and high
sensitivity inputs and adjustable level
Loudspeaker
Audio frequency generator (triangle,
square). This circuit is a VCO, made up
of a DC reference, an integrator, and a
threshold comparator with adjustable
hysteresis. This arrangement results in a
generator with adjustable frequency and
output amplitude.
Derivator
Piezoelectric vibration/acceleration
sensor
AC amplifier for vibration sensor
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Acoustic
wave
pressure-to-voltage
conversion: microphone
Microphone characteristics and use
The voltage-to-acoustic wave pressure
transducer: loudspeaker
Use of loudspeaker as a dynamic
microphone
Loudspeaker frequency response
Characteristics of the piezoelectric vibration sensors and related amplifier
Frequency response and resonance in
the piezoelectric vibration sensor
The B3510-H requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-I – ULTRASONIC TRANSDUCER APPLICATIONS
General:
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This module consists of all the subassemblies
required
to
study
the
transmission, reception and use of ultrasonic waves.
The student can gain experience in the
properties of US waves, and also easily
study the Doppler effect extensively used in
security systems.
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The functional blocks of the module are
rationally organized and easily identifiable.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Threshold comparator
hysteresis
Latchable relay driver
with
variable
The B3510-I module comes complete with a
connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Experiments and study subjects:
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Generation, reception, properties of US
waves
Phase-shift measurement
Use of US waves to measure distances
Use of the US waves to set up a
Doppler-effect radar system
Detection of movement, vibration,
presence, by means of US waves
Intruder alarm system with US waves
Features:
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The B3510-I requires a +15, -15V stabilized
power supply. The B3510-BU (B4191)
power supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
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Remote micro module with ultrasonic
transmitter and frequency-adjustable
generator
Ultrasonic receiver and AC amplifier
Active Band pass filter
Zero-cross detector and Shaper circuit
for the received signal (regenerator)
Mixer of the original and regenerated
signal to produce beating waves (phase
detector)
Peak detector for the phase-shift waves
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-J – POSITION CONTROL
General:
This module includes a geared DC motor
(approx. 1 revolution per second), which
operates a screw-driven mechanism,
ganged to the slide of a linear
potentiometer.
A second linear potentiometer allows the
setting the reference position.
This set-up enables the student to study the
benefits and limitations of a closed-loop
position control system.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Mechanically simulated position system
Summing node for the reference and
feedback signals
Loop amplifier, gain-adjustable
Power amplifier/DC driver
Power supply conditioner and control
circuit
The B3510-J module comes complete with a
connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Experiments and study subjects:
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Characteristics of various transducers:
linear potentiometer and gear motor
Set-up of a linear position control
system
System response versus loop gain
Practical safety precautions for position
systems: run limits, power supply control
and motor switch off to prevent motor
stall
The B3510-J requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-K – VARIABLE-CAPACITANCE TRANSDUCERS
General:
This module includes two of the many
different types of variable-capacitance
transducers in industrial use, respectively a
linear position transducer and an air
humidity sensor.
The signal from these sensors can be
processed by combining the devices to the
appropriate
on–board
capacitance-tofrequency converter.
The RH sensor is mounted on a remote
micro-module for increased flexibility.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Air Relative Humidity transducer
Linear variable capacitance transducer
(LVCT), a device made up of three
coaxial metallic tubes. The outer fixed
tube is a ground shield. The inner fixed
tube forms one part of the capacitor
armature, while the central tube,
insulated from the first two is movable
and acts as the second half of the
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armature of the variable capacitor
The linear position of the sliding cursor
is translated into a capacitance value
and this, in turn, into a frequency value
by means of an adjustable-frequency
CMOS oscillator
The B3510-K module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Experiments and study subjects:
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Characteristics of capacitive atmospheric humidity sensors.
Input-verses-output frequency response
Set-up and use of a linear variable
capacitance transducer
The B3510-K requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
Frequency counter
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B3510-L – ON/OFF SENSORS AND ACTUATORS
General:
This module is a collection of commonly
used ON/OFF - input/output devices.
The B3510-L allows the student to study the
principle and use of these transducers.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Reflective opto-switch and buffer
amplifier, capable of driving a load in
an on/off manner
Led indicator and driver circuit
Piezo-ceramic Beeper and driver circuit
Electromechanical relay, DC coil, 1
switchover contact. The relay has a
transparent plastic cap, so that its
construction can be observed
Two-coil reed relay. The presence of the
twin coils allows the experimentation of
the effects of field reinforcement and
cancellation by separate coil supply.
Hall effect sensor switch and output
buffer
Testing arrangement for Hall effect
sensor: coil with sliding iron core (the
distance from the sensor can be
adjusted) to study the operation
conditions for the sensor
Proximity switch, inductive type, with a
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mechanical arrangement to hold interchangeable material samples (mild iron,
brass, aluminum) at micrometric
adjustable distances
Solenoid, as a sample of electrical to
mechanical output actuator
Electronic switch, consisting of a TRIAC
with opto-insulated control device. An
arrangement to drive AC and DC loads
is also included.
The B3510-L module comes complete with a
connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Experiment and study subjects:
All the items of this module are of a quite
general use in the industry. The student is
made to become quickly acquainted with
their principle of operation, characteristics
and limits of use.
The B3510-L requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply, and an AC supply
of 15V. The B3510-BU (B4191) power
supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-M – AIR FLOW TRANSDUCERS (VANE TYPE)
General:
This module includes one of the most
commonly used flow sensors, the Rotary
vane-type flow meter.
The B3510-M module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Experiment and study subjects:
The B3510-M is conceived to allow the
student to study and gain experience in the
use and limitations of these devices.
The items of this module are of a quite
general use in the industry. The student is
made to become quickly acquainted with
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
their principle of operation, characteristics
and limits of use.
Features:
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Variable-speed small size fan, driven by
DC motor
Rotary vane flow meter, of the type
commonly used for liquids (turbine) and
gases (anemometer)
Frequency-to-voltage converter circuit,
to produce a DC signal proportional to
the flow rate
The B3510-M requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
Frequency counter
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B3510-N – DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE TRANSDUCER
General:
This module includes an advanced solidstate, semiconductor-type transducer and
facilitates the impression of given differential
pressures for testing purposes. Adequate
electronic interfacing circuits are also
provided.
The B3510-N is conceived to allow the
student to study and gain experience in the
use and limitations of these devices.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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A compact semiconductor type of
pressure sensor, for ultra-low differential
or absolute measurement
The instrument is tested by connecting
its two ends to the two ends of a plastic
transparent PVC pipe where a small
amount of water is placed
By impressing a measurable level
difference in the two legs of the U
shaped pipe, a precise pressure
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difference can be placed across the
sensing device
Instrumentation amplifier, producing a
voltage signal proportional to the
differential pressure
The B3510-N module comes complete with
accessories (1m transparent PVC tube, mm
ruler), a connection cable kit and an
extensive instructions manual.
Experiment and study subjects:
The items of this module are of a quite
general use in the industry. The student is
made to become quickly acquainted with
their principle of operation, characteristics
and limits of use.
The B3510-N requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-P – ROTATIONAL POSITION ENCODERS
General:
The B3510-P module is an educational
version of an industrial type optical encoder.
This allows the student to study the function
and use of this type of device
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Hand-driven rotating transparent plastic
disk, which has darkened (blinded)
segments and sectors, that obscure a set
of 5 phototransistors placed beneath the
disk
The encoder is illuminated by a set of 5
LED lamps from above
Absolute decoder, with a 7-segments
display
Relative decoder
Up/down step counting logic and
display
Reset pushbutton
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The relative encoder circuit is also
equipped with step doubler and
quadrupler and relevant display (micro
steps)
The B3510-P module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Experiment and study subjects:
The items of this module are of a quite
general use in the industry. The student is
made to become quickly acquainted with
their principle of operation, characteristics
and limits of use.
The B3510-P requires a +15 stabilized
power supply. The B3510-BU (B4191)
power supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
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B3510-Q – LINEAR VARIABLE DIFFERENTIAL TRANSFORMER
General:
The B3510-Q module includes a LVDT
device, which is now a widely used sensor
for measuring distances.
This device is a precision AC-driven
transducer, used in the industry field to
measure from a fraction of a millimeter, to
several centimeters.
The LVDT mounted on the module has a
convenient positioning arrangement for the
mobile part. This is in order to facilitate its
use.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
The simple and efficient conversion
electronics provided on-board translates the
LVDT signal into a precise DC level which
can be calibrated for a 0-10 VDC output
Features:
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Special
LVDT
construction
made
especially for didactic use
Graduated reference scale
On-board electronics with Wien-bridge
precision
oscillator,
synchronous
converter and op-amp rectifiers
The B3510-Q module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
Experiment and study subjects:
The LVDT is equipped with sophisticated
electronic conditioning circuits.
The student is made to become quickly
acquainted with their principle of operation,
characteristics and limits of use.
The on-board electronics is organized in
clear
functional
blocks
with
test/
measurement points so that the whole
conversion process for the LVDT signal can
be experimented
The B3510-Q requires a +15/-15 stabilized
power supply. The B3510-BU (B4191)
power supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
Frequency meter
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B3510-R – BARGRAPH V-METER
General:
Features:
The B3510-R is a micro module designed to
complement the operation of the major
modules of the trainer.
It is a handy visual aid to indicate Voltage
levels.
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The micro-module is equipped with 10-Led
bargraph array indicator.
The clear output indication and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
10-Led bargraph display
Input level from 0 to 10V DC
Adjustable span control
The B3510-R module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and instructions
manual.
The micro-module requires a +15 stabilized
power supply. The B3510-BU (B4191)
power supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
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B3510-S – AC MOTOR CONTROL
General:
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The B3510-S module includes an AC micromotor and drive circuit. It is designed to
allow the student to study the applications,
principles
and
limitations
of
these
transducers.
The B3510-S module comes complete with
a connection cable kit and extensive
instructions manual.
The panel includes a variable-frequency,
digital PWM sine/square signal generator
that is used as a pilot signal for the power
driver stage.
The power driver stage produces the two
voltages for the motor phases.
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An optical encoder is supplied to measure
motor speed.
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The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Two-phase AC micro-motor
Variable-frequency clock generator
Digital sine/square signal generator
Pulse conditioners
Power output stages
Experiment and study subjects:
The motor
Motor driving techniques
Timing generation stage
EPROM address generation
Synthesized wave shapes
Operation of the drive with squarewaves
Operation of the drive with sine-waves
The B3510-S requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply. The B3510-BU
(B4191) power supply is recommended, as
for all the B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
Frequency meter
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B3510-T – STEPPER MOTOR CONTROLS
General:
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The B3510-T module includes the step-bystep motor and the electronic drive circuit, to
enable
the
experimentation
and
investigation of the SXS control technique
and the typical characteristics of these
motors.
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The motor is provided with a shaft position
indicator. This facilitates the study of motor
positioning, take-in point, loss of step.
The electronic section includes a phasesignal generator and power drive stage. The
motor can be operated manually in singlesteps or sequentially from an on-board clock
generator.
The module also includes a PC data link for
full remote operation. A software package is
provided with the trainer for this purpose.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Small size step-by-step motor
Variable-frequency clock generator
Phase-signal generator
Manual or sequential operation
PC interface for remote operation
The B3510-T module comes complete with
a connection cable kit, 2 software packages
and extensive instructions manual. The two
software packages are respectively running
under DOS and Windows operating
systems, on IBM or compatible machines.
Experiment and study subjects:
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Construction and functional characteristics of the step-by-step motor
Full and half step operation
Control diagram developing
Driver logic developing
Remote operation under PC control
Operation at various speed
The B3510-T requires a +15 stabilized
power supply. The B3510-BU (B4191)
power supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
Frequency meter
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B3510-U – LEVEL MEASUREMENT TRANSDUCERS
General:
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The B3510-U is consists of two sections, the
first is the hydraulic part, which includes two
small tanks and a level transducer unit.
The second is an electronic module, which is
interfaced with the sensing unit and includes
the signal conditioners for the transducers.
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This training module facilities the study and
experimentation of the most common
techniques for liquid level measurement.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Transparent plastic tank with three
different level transducers. The tank is
held at adjustable height by a base
stand
A second plastic tank, also equipped
with adjustable-height base stand
A flexible plastic interconnecting pipe
with a tap joins the two tanks. This
facilitates the performing of the
experimental measurements
Float/Rheostat level transducer
Linear Variable Capacitance level
transducer
Resistive Bridge level transducer
Float/Rheostat
transducer
interface
circuit and signal conditioner
LVCT interface
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Resistively
Bridge
interface
and
conditioner
2-setpoint comparator and ON/OFF
latching logic
Output actuator (relay)
The B3510-U module comes complete with
accessories, a connection cable kit and an
extensive instructions manual.
Experiment and study subjects:
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Study of principle of operation and
construction characteristics of three
types of level transducers
Signal interfacing and conditioning for
these transducers
Study of a two point measurement threshold circuit
The B3510-U requires a +15, -15V
stabilized power supply, and a 15V AC
supply. The B3510-BU (B4191) power
supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
Frequency meter
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B3510-W – LINEAR MOTOR
General:
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The B3510-W module includes an on-board
stepping linear actuator and the electronic
drive circuit to allow the experimentation
and investigation of the basic characteristics
of the motor.
The motor is provided with a position
indicator, this facilitates the study of motor
positioning, take-in point, loss of step.
The B3510-W module comes complete with
a connection cable kit, 2 software packages
and an extensive instructions manual. The
two software packages are respectively
running under DOS and Windows operating
systems. on IBM or compatible machines.
The electronic section includes a phasesignal generator and power drive stage. The
motor can be operated manually in singlesteps or sequentially from an on-board clock
generator.
The module also includes a PC data link for
full remote operation. A software package is
provided with the trainer for this purpose.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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Small-size linear motor
Power drive
Phase-signal generation from a PC
through a data link
Manual operation in steps or continuous
mode, by means of an on-board
adjustable frequency generator.
Experiment and study subjects:
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Construction and functional characteristics of step-by-step motors
Full-step and half-step operation
Control diagram developing
Driver logic developing
Remote control
Operation at various speeds
The B3510-W requires a +15 stabilized
power supply. The B3510-BU (B4191)
power supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
Frequency meter
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B3510-Z – PC INTERFACE MODULE
General:
The B3510-Z module performs a multiple
teaching function within the B3510 series of
trainers
The unit demonstrates the architecture and
organization of a microprocessor-based
control system, which may be interfaced with
the other trainers of the series to produce
more complex systems.
The trainer is used in conjunction with a PC,
and creates an intelligent interface to the
experiment modules, for the purpose of
collecting data, pre-setting analog and
digital outputs and sampling input
terminals.
It can also be used as a general-purpose
microcomputer system to experiment
software developed by the students.
The B3510-Z is a module having all the
components visible and accessible from the
front face.
The clear component layout and rugged
construction renders this unit particularly
ideal for the most demanding of classroom
conditions.
Features:
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EPROM and respectively 64k and
64kbits expandable to 256+256k
Universal
Synchronous/Asynchronous
Receiver Transmitter to implement a
serial data link with the host PC
8 analog inputs, with multiplexer and
A/D converter. The analog inputs are
jumper-programmable to operate in the
range 0-5V, 0-10V, -10 to +10V
8 digital inputs, TTL level
8 analog outputs, with D/A converter
and demultiplexer. The analog outputs
are jumper-programmable to provide
levels in the range 0-5V, 0-10V, -10 to
+10V
8 digital outputs, with open-collector
transistors
The B3510-Z module comes complete with
connection cable kit, extensive instructions
manual and a PC software package.
The module requires a +15, -15V stabilized
power supply. The B3510-BU (B4191)
power supply is recommended, as for all the
B3510 series modules.
Optional accessories:
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Dual trace oscilloscope
Analog multi-meter
Microcomputer unit, based around a
CMOS microprocessor of the Z80
family, the Z84C00-06. RAM and
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B3510-SW - TRANSDUCER LAB SUPPORT AND SIMULATION SOFTWARE
The B3510-SW is a versatile software
package dedicated to the study of the
B3510 series of training modules.
A combination of the software loaded onto
a PC and the B3510-Z – PC INTERFACE
MODULE connected via an RS232 cable
allows the acquisition, displaying and
printing of experimental data during the
exercises.
The software can also be used as a
standalone (no hardware required) for the
simulation of experiments thanks to a series
of example experiment data files provided
within the software package.
The presence of the on-line Instruction
Manuals of the B3510 series training
modules makes the whole system an
efficient PC based learning environment.
The CD with the B3510-SW software is
supplied with en extensive manual, dealing
with the followings:
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General
Hardware description
Software System requirements
Setup procedure
Using the application
Initial steps
Simulation (no boards required)
Monitor (full system required)
Initial operations
The Basic Operating Screen
The True Control Panel
The Graphical Mode for the
True Control Panel
Review an existing file
Description of the data files created
Setups used to create the sample data
files
As explained above, efficient use of the
B3510-SW requires a B3510-Z – PC
Interface Module with its power supply, in
addition to a PC of the Pentium Class with
Windows XP or later version of operating
system.
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B3510-BU – POWER SUPPLY
(factory code B4191)
This power supply is implemented in a desktop cabinet enclosure and has the following
characteristics:
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Stabilized +5, -5V outputs
Stabilized +15, -15V outputs
Stabilized 2 to +20V output
Stabilized 2 to -20V output
Max nominal current of 500mA on each
output
Max overload current of 900mA on
each output
Overload current limitation: approx.
900mA
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Foldback short-circuit current limiting
(approx. 200mA Icc)
Output ripple: better than 50mV RMS
AC outputs 0-15-30V (fuse protected
2A)
The power supply operates from the AC
mains: 110 to 250V, 50-60Hz (please
specify while ordering).
Ordering code:
B3510-BU
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B3512 – SERIES OF TRANSDUCERS MODULES WITH AMPLIFIERS
FOR SIGNAL CONDITIONING
Here is a series of small size boards, each
one including a specific type of transducer
and its interface circuit.
The interface/conditioning amplifier supplies
power to the transducer in the appropriate
form (AC, DC, in direct or bridge
configuration). It amplifies and linearizes
also the transducer output, to match a
standard measure range of 0 - 10V.
The following transducers modules are
available:
B3512-A – NTC temperature sensor (0°C to
100°C)
B3512-B - PTC temperature sensor (0°C to
100°C)
B3512-C – Pressure sensor (0 to 0,5 PSI)
B3512-D – Light sensor (photo-resistor)
B3512-E – Light sensor (photo-transistor)
All the modules are realized on a 100 x
80mm PCB, with the components in view
and a clear silk-screen printing.
The connection to the inputs/outputs of the
module is done by terminals or 2mm female
jacks for easy use.
Each module is supplied complete of
accessories and manual for operation and
calibration details.
All the modules are supplied by a stabilized
source of +15V/-15V, like the B4192-B.
Some modules do not need a negative
power supply.
Ordering codes:
B3512-A – NTC temperature sensor
B3512-B – PTC temperature sensor
B3512-C – Pressure sensor
B3512-D – Light sensor (photo-resistor)
B3512-E – Light sensor (photo-transistor)
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