IMI Industrial Monitoring Instrumentation

Mounting Techniques

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Adhesive Mount Adhesive mounting is often used for temporary installations or where the machine surface cannot be adequately prepared for stud mounting. Adhesives such as hot glue and wax work well for temporary mounts whereas two-part epoxies and quick bonding gels provide a more permanent mount. Note: Adhesively mounted sensors often exhibit a reduction in high frequency range. In general, smooth surfaces and stiff adhesives will provide the best frequency response. Contact the factory for recommended epoxies. METHOD 1 - Adhesive Mounting Base This method involves mounting a base to the machine surface and then securing the sensor to this base. This allows for easy removal of the accelerometer. STEP 1: Prepare a smooth, flat mounting surface. A minimum surface finish of 63 µin (0,00016 mm) generally works best. STEP 2: Stud mount the sensor to the appropriate adhesive mounting base according to the guidelines set forth in 'STEP 2' and 'STEP 3' of the Standard Stud Mount Procedure. STEP 3: Place a small portion of adhesive on the under side of the mounting base. Then, firmly press down on the assembly to displace any extra adhesive remaining under the base. METHOD 2 - Direct Adhesive Mount For restrictions of space, mass and/or convenience, most sensors (with the exception of integral stud models) can be directly adhesively mounted to the machine surface. STEP 1: Prepare a smooth, flat mounting surface. A minimum surface finish of 63 µin (0,00016 mm) generally works best. STEP 2: Place a small portion of adhesive on the under side of the sensor. Then, firmly press down on the top of the assembly to displace any adhesive. Be careful as excessive amounts of adhesive may make sensor removal difficult.