Mounting the sensor
To obtain the best measurement data the sensor must be rigidly affixed to the test
surface. Poor fixation to the measurement location can adversely affect the signal
and restrict the frequency range. The sensor needs a friction-locked, resonance-free
and rigid connection to the measurement location, especially for high frequency
measurements.
As most test surfaces are curved, the sensor uses a mounting adapter to provide the
sensor with a smooth and even mounting surface. The prefered sensor installation
method is to screw the mounting adapter into the measurement location. If screw
mounting is not possible or not allowed, attach the adapter on to the measurement
location using an adhesive.
Screw mounting
Tools and accessories
Power drill
Drill bits (3.5 mm and 6.8 mm diameter)
Depth gauge
Tap (M8)
Torque wrench
Compressed air to clean mounting location
Specially designed adapter wrench
Degreasing solvent
Adhesive (to mount sensor to adapter) — recommended adhesives:
LOCTITE 330; WEICON HD 300; UHU PLUS SCHNELLFEST (UHU QUICKSET)
Grinding wheel
Permannet Mounting of Gateways and Sensors
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