Features
Accepts low-level differential or single-ended 5V logic level signals from shaft encoders, linear encoders, incremental encoders or optical encoders
Programmable for position, angle or rate
Maximum pulse rates of 250 kpulses/sec at X1, 125 kpulses/sec at X2, 62.5 kpulses/sec at X4
Zero channel input
4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10V or -10V to +10V transmitter output, (isolated)
Analog output resolution 0.0015% of span, accuracy ±0.02% of span
Ethernet data I/O, Modbus TCP
Dual 120 mA solid state relays for alarm or control (isolated)
5V, 10V, 12V, or 24V dc transducer excitation output (isolated)
Power 85-264 Vac / 90-300 Vdc or 10-48 Vdc / 12-32 Vac (isolated)
DIN rail mount housing, 22.5 mm wide, detachable screw-clamp connectors
Operating temperature from -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) Optional - Extended supports a range of ±999,999 for reading bidirectional rate or position from shaft encoders, though not simultaneously
The Laureate™ LTE Series DIN rail analog transmitter with ethernet communication and analog outputs for versatile connectivity.
The digitally programmable transmitter features two relays for alarm or control. The series offers exceptional accuracy with Input frequencies from 0.005 Hz to 1 MHz. The LTE Series transmitters offer the same high performance, signal conditioning, and programmable features as Laureate digital panel meters, counters, and timers.
The Laureate 4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10V or -10V to +10V and ethernet output transmitter for quadrature accepts A & B quadrature encoder signals to provide an analog output that tracks position, length, angle, or rate. The A & B quadrature signals are 90° out of phase, and their phase relationship determines whether up counts (+) or down counts (-) are produced.
One, two or four quadrature transitions may be counted at a maximum combined rate of 250 kHz and be scaled internally to ±999,999 counts. The input circuitry may be jumpered for either single-ended input signals or for balanced line driver signals. Anti-jitter circuitry eliminates errors produced by vibration of the encoder. In the event of a power failure, the latest total may be stored in non-volatile memory and can be used as the starting point for counting when power resumes. Power fail or zero index capabilities are alternate transmitter setup choices.
A zero index pulse, if available, is interpreted as indicating a zero reference for an integral number of revolutions of a rotary shaft encoder or the home position of a linear encoder. It is used by the transmitter for initializing and to correct for any cumulative pulse count errors. Special circuitry corrects for width of the zero index pulse.
Bidirectional Total or Rate
With the Standard main board, the transmitter totalizes the quadrature counts and then scales the total in software for the output. A zero index Z signal can be added as a third input to the A & B signals. The analog output is generated by an ultra-linear 16-bit (65,536 step) digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for 0.02% output accuracy.
With the Extended main board, the transmitter can be programmed to output either total or rate or rate. For example, the output can track the speed of a moving slab from the RPM of a roller. The update rate for rate is a programmed gate time + 30 ms + 0-2 pulse periods.
Unidirectional Total and Rate
If the counts are only for one direction, for example for extrusions measured by an encoder wheel, only the encoder's "A" channel can be used and be output to an Extended Laureate totalizer transmitter. This model accommodates very high pulse rates up to 1 MHz, and unlike the quadrature transmitter, it can simultaneously track rate and total.
The optional extended Laureate computer board can display rate based on successive readings. It also allows exceptionally accurate custom curve linearization, for example to read out liquid volume or rate of flow in a horizontal cylindrical tank based on level reported by a 4-20 mA transmitter. For setup, up to 180 data points can be input into a computer spreadsheet or text file by the user. The computer then calculates spline-fit segments, which are downloaded into the transmitter.
Exceptional Accuracy and Stability. Laureate transmitters determine frequency by taking the inverse of period as measured with a calibrated quartz crystal time base. This results in extremely accurate and stable 6-digit internal readings (±999,999 counts), which are then processed in software. The analog output is generated by an ultra-linear 16-bit (65,536 step) digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for 0.02% output accuracy. The update rate of the transmitter output is a programmed gate time + 30 ms + 0-2 signal periods. For a 60 Hz signal, the update rate would be 20 per second. Such fast update rates are ideal for alarm and control.
The update rate of the transmitter output is a programmed gate time + 30 ms + 0-2 signal periods. For a 60 Hz signal, the update rate would be 20 per second. Such fast update rates are ideal for alarm and control.
All signal conditioner board ranges are factory-calibrated, with calibration factors for each range securely stored in an onboard EEPROM. These factors can be scaled via software to accommodate external shunts, enabling field replacement of signal conditioner boards without necessitating recalibration of the associated transmitter. For optimal accuracy, factory recalibration is recommended annually. All Laurel Electronics instruments undergo factory calibration using the industry-leading Fluke calibrators, which are recalibrated yearly and certified traceable to national standards, ensuring the highest level of precision and reliability.
Laureate Transmitters are easily programmed with Laurel’s free Instrument Setup Software, downloadable from our website and compatible with Windows PCs, requiring a data interface board for setup.
Standard Features of Laureate LTE Transmitters Include:
Ethernet I/O, (isolated). The supported protocols are Modbus RTU and ASCII, which are tunneled via Modbus TCP. Note that RS232 or RS485 data I/O is provided by Laurel's LT Series transmitters.
4-20 mA, 0-20 mA or 0-10V analog transmitter output, (isolated), jumper-selectable and user scalable. All selections provide 16-bit (0.0015 ) resolution of output span and 0.02% output accuracy of a reading from -99,999 to +99,999 counts that is also transmitted digitally. Output isolation from signal and power grounds eliminates potential ground loop problems. The supply can drive 20 mA into a 500 ohm (or lower) load for 10V compliance, or 10V into a 5K ohm (or higher) load for 2 mA compliance.
Dual-channel pulse inputs for voltage signals, NPN or PNP proximity switches, contact closures, magnetic pickups or flow meters.
Dual solid state relays, (isolated). Available for local alarm or control. Rated 120 mA at 130 Vac or 180 Vdc.
Selectable transducer excitation output, (isolated), user selectable 5V@100 mA, 10V@120 mA, 12V@100 mA or 24V@50 mA.
Power 85-264 Vac, (isolated), low-voltage 10-48 Vdc or 12-32 Vac power is optional.
Digital signal filtering modes can be selected to ensure stable readings in electrically noisy environments.
An unfiltered selection provides true peak and valley readings and aids in control applications.
A batch average filter selection averages each 16 conversions.
An adaptive moving average filter selection provides a choice of 8 time constants from 80 ms to 9.6 s. When a significant change in signal level occurs, the filter adapts by briefly switching to the shortest time to follow the change, then reverts back to its selected time constant. An Auto setting selects the time constant selection based on signal noise.
Peak and valley values are automatically captured. These may be displayed via Laurel's free Instrument Setup Software, which runs on a PC under MS Windows or can be transmitted as serial data.
Two control inputs (CMOS/TTL levels, logic 0 = tied to digital ground, logic 1 = open) or dry contacts that can be set to control / activate 14 transmitter commands.
An (isolated) 5, 10, 12, or 24 Vdc excitation output is standard to power transducers or two-wire transmitters. Ratiometric operation, which automatically compensates for changes in the applied excitation, is jumper selectable for applications, such as bridges, where the signal to be measured is proportional to the excitation level.
LTE series DIN rail transmitters & signal conditioners can be interfaced to a wide range of sensors and transducers using one of seven available plug-in signal conditioner boards. The transmitters duplicate the high performance (high accuracy, high read rate) and extensive programmable features of Laureate 1/8 DIN digital panel meters, counters and timers. They utilize the same signal conditioners boards, much of the same firmware, and Laurel's free Windows-based Instrument Setup Software. They come in a compact DIN rail mount package with detachable screw-clamp connectors for easy wiring.
The LTE series Transmitters accessible from this page include a 4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10V, or -10V to +10V analog output (isolated, user selectable), an ethernet serial data interface (isolated, user selectable), and dual 120 mA solid state AC/DC relays (isolated). An (isolated) 5, 10, 12, or 24 Vdc transducer excitation output is included with all models other than those with a temperature or AC RMS signal conditioner.
Connecting Laureate LTE Transmitters to a Local Area Network (LAN)
Laurel LTE series Ethernet transmitters can connect directly to a LAN via an Ethernet cable. Up to 30 Laureate LT Transmitters and/or Digital Panel Meters can be configured for RS485 and daisy-chained to an LT Transmitter for seamless LAN integration. Setup for both configurations is streamlined using Laurel’s free Instrument Setup Software, which simplifies node discovery and transmitter configuration.
Flexible Communication Options for LTE Transmitters
Laureate Transmitters can be equipped with Laurel communication boards to support various interfaces and protocols. These include serial interfaces with ASCII or Modbus RTU protocols, and Ethernet interfaces with web access, ASCII, or Modbus TCP/IP protocols, ensuring versatile connectivity for your commercial applications.
Features
- Accepts low-level differential or single-ended 5V logic level signals from shaft encoders, linear encoders, incremental encoders or optical encoders
- Programmable for position, angle or rate
- Maximum pulse rates of 250 kpulses/sec at X1, 125 kpulses/sec at X2, 62.5 kpulses/sec at X4
- Zero channel input
- 4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10V or -10V to +10V transmitter output, (isolated)
- Analog output resolution 0.0015% of span, accuracy ±0.02% of span
- Ethernet data I/O, Modbus TCP
- Dual 120 mA solid state relays for alarm or control (isolated)
- 5V, 10V, 12V, or 24V dc transducer excitation output (isolated)
- Power 85-264 Vac / 90-300 Vdc or 10-48 Vdc / 12-32 Vac (isolated)
- DIN rail mount housing, 22.5 mm wide, detachable screw-clamp connectors
- Operating temperature from -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Optional - Extended supports a range of ±999,999 for reading bidirectional rate or position from shaft encoders, though not simultaneously
The Laureate™ LTE Series DIN rail analog transmitter with ethernet communication and analog outputs for versatile connectivity.
The digitally programmable transmitter features two relays for alarm or control. The series offers exceptional accuracy with Input frequencies from 0.005 Hz to 1 MHz. The LTE Series transmitters offer the same high performance, signal conditioning, and programmable features as Laureate digital panel meters, counters, and timers.
The Laureate 4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10V or -10V to +10V and ethernet output transmitter for quadrature accepts A & B quadrature encoder signals to provide an analog output that tracks position, length, angle, or rate. The A & B quadrature signals are 90° out of phase, and their phase relationship determines whether up counts (+) or down counts (-) are produced.
One, two or four quadrature transitions may be counted at a maximum combined rate of 250 kHz and be scaled internally to ±999,999 counts. The input circuitry may be jumpered for either single-ended input signals or for balanced line driver signals. Anti-jitter circuitry eliminates errors produced by vibration of the encoder. In the event of a power failure, the latest total may be stored in non-volatile memory and can be used as the starting point for counting when power resumes. Power fail or zero index capabilities are alternate transmitter setup choices.
A zero index pulse, if available, is interpreted as indicating a zero reference for an integral number of revolutions of a rotary shaft encoder or the home position of a linear encoder. It is used by the transmitter for initializing and to correct for any cumulative pulse count errors. Special circuitry corrects for width of the zero index pulse.
Bidirectional Total or Rate
- With the Standard main board, the transmitter totalizes the quadrature counts and then scales the total in software for the output. A zero index Z signal can be added as a third input to the A & B signals. The analog output is generated by an ultra-linear 16-bit (65,536 step) digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for 0.02% output accuracy.
- With the Extended main board, the transmitter can be programmed to output either total or rate or rate. For example, the output can track the speed of a moving slab from the RPM of a roller. The update rate for rate is a programmed gate time + 30 ms + 0-2 pulse periods.
Unidirectional Total and Rate
If the counts are only for one direction, for example for extrusions measured by an encoder wheel, only the encoder's "A" channel can be used and be output to an Extended Laureate totalizer transmitter. This model accommodates very high pulse rates up to 1 MHz, and unlike the quadrature transmitter, it can simultaneously track rate and total.
The optional extended Laureate computer board can display rate based on successive readings. It also allows exceptionally accurate custom curve linearization, for example to read out liquid volume or rate of flow in a horizontal cylindrical tank based on level reported by a 4-20 mA transmitter. For setup, up to 180 data points can be input into a computer spreadsheet or text file by the user. The computer then calculates spline-fit segments, which are downloaded into the transmitter.
Exceptional Accuracy and Stability. Laureate transmitters determine frequency by taking the inverse of period as measured with a calibrated quartz crystal time base. This results in extremely accurate and stable 6-digit internal readings (±999,999 counts), which are then processed in software. The analog output is generated by an ultra-linear 16-bit (65,536 step) digital-to-analog converter (DAC) for 0.02% output accuracy. The update rate of the transmitter output is a programmed gate time + 30 ms + 0-2 signal periods. For a 60 Hz signal, the update rate would be 20 per second. Such fast update rates are ideal for alarm and control.
The update rate of the transmitter output is a programmed gate time + 30 ms + 0-2 signal periods. For a 60 Hz signal, the update rate would be 20 per second. Such fast update rates are ideal for alarm and control.
All signal conditioner board ranges are factory-calibrated, with calibration factors for each range securely stored in an onboard EEPROM. These factors can be scaled via software to accommodate external shunts, enabling field replacement of signal conditioner boards without necessitating recalibration of the associated transmitter. For optimal accuracy, factory recalibration is recommended annually. All Laurel Electronics instruments undergo factory calibration using the industry-leading Fluke calibrators, which are recalibrated yearly and certified traceable to national standards, ensuring the highest level of precision and reliability.
Laureate Transmitters are easily programmed with Laurel’s free Instrument Setup Software, downloadable from our website and compatible with Windows PCs, requiring a data interface board for setup.
Standard Features of Laureate LTE Transmitters Include:
- Ethernet I/O, (isolated). The supported protocols are Modbus RTU and ASCII, which are tunneled via Modbus TCP. Note that RS232 or RS485 data I/O is provided by Laurel's LT Series transmitters.
- 4-20 mA, 0-20 mA or 0-10V analog transmitter output, (isolated), jumper-selectable and user scalable. All selections provide 16-bit (0.0015 ) resolution of output span and 0.02% output accuracy of a reading from -99,999 to +99,999 counts that is also transmitted digitally. Output isolation from signal and power grounds eliminates potential ground loop problems. The supply can drive 20 mA into a 500 ohm (or lower) load for 10V compliance, or 10V into a 5K ohm (or higher) load for 2 mA compliance.
- Dual-channel pulse inputs for voltage signals, NPN or PNP proximity switches, contact closures, magnetic pickups or flow meters.
- Dual solid state relays, (isolated). Available for local alarm or control. Rated 120 mA at 130 Vac or 180 Vdc.
- Selectable transducer excitation output, (isolated), user selectable 5V@100 mA, 10V@120 mA, 12V@100 mA or 24V@50 mA.
- Power 85-264 Vac, (isolated), low-voltage 10-48 Vdc or 12-32 Vac power is optional.
Digital signal filtering modes can be selected to ensure stable readings in electrically noisy environments.
- An unfiltered selection provides true peak and valley readings and aids in control applications.
- A batch average filter selection averages each 16 conversions.
- An adaptive moving average filter selection provides a choice of 8 time constants from 80 ms to 9.6 s. When a significant change in signal level occurs, the filter adapts by briefly switching to the shortest time to follow the change, then reverts back to its selected time constant. An Auto setting selects the time constant selection based on signal noise.
Peak and valley values are automatically captured. These may be displayed via Laurel's free Instrument Setup Software, which runs on a PC under MS Windows or can be transmitted as serial data.
Two control inputs (CMOS/TTL levels, logic 0 = tied to digital ground, logic 1 = open) or dry contacts that can be set to control / activate 14 transmitter commands.
An (isolated) 5, 10, 12, or 24 Vdc excitation output is standard to power transducers or two-wire transmitters. Ratiometric operation, which automatically compensates for changes in the applied excitation, is jumper selectable for applications, such as bridges, where the signal to be measured is proportional to the excitation level.
LTE series DIN rail transmitters & signal conditioners can be interfaced to a wide range of sensors and transducers using one of seven available plug-in signal conditioner boards. The transmitters duplicate the high performance (high accuracy, high read rate) and extensive programmable features of Laureate 1/8 DIN digital panel meters, counters and timers. They utilize the same signal conditioners boards, much of the same firmware, and Laurel's free Windows-based Instrument Setup Software. They come in a compact DIN rail mount package with detachable screw-clamp connectors for easy wiring.
The LTE series Transmitters accessible from this page include a 4-20 mA, 0-20 mA, 0-10V, or -10V to +10V analog output (isolated, user selectable), an ethernet serial data interface (isolated, user selectable), and dual 120 mA solid state AC/DC relays (isolated). An (isolated) 5, 10, 12, or 24 Vdc transducer excitation output is included with all models other than those with a temperature or AC RMS signal conditioner.
Connecting Laureate LTE Transmitters to a Local Area Network (LAN)
Laurel LTE series Ethernet transmitters can connect directly to a LAN via an Ethernet cable. Up to 30 Laureate LT Transmitters and/or Digital Panel Meters can be configured for RS485 and daisy-chained to an LT Transmitter for seamless LAN integration. Setup for both configurations is streamlined using Laurel’s free Instrument Setup Software, which simplifies node discovery and transmitter configuration.
Flexible Communication Options for LTE Transmitters
Laureate Transmitters can be equipped with Laurel communication boards to support various interfaces and protocols. These include serial interfaces with ASCII or Modbus RTU protocols, and Ethernet interfaces with web access, ASCII, or Modbus TCP/IP protocols, ensuring versatile connectivity for your commercial applications.
