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Multilayer Piezoelectric Actuators – ASB Series Metal Sealed 85°C
Metal Sealed Type Multilayer Piezoelectric Actuators
Performance Characteristics
Operating Temperature Range -25 to +85°C
When applied with a DC voltage at ambient temperature.
When driven by an AC voltage at ambient temperature plus
temperature rise due to heat generation.
Recommended Storage Condition -5 to +40°C
Maximum Driving Voltage 150 VDC
Displacement See Table 1 - Ratings & Part Number Reference At 150 VDC
Generated Force
(Compression Resistance)
See Table 1 - Ratings & Part Number Reference
The force required for restricting the displacement to zero when
the maximum driving voltage is applied.
Capacitance See Table 1 - Ratings & Part Number Reference
f = 1 kHz, V = 1 V
rms
(< 10 µF)
f = 120 Hz, V = 1 V
rms
(> 10 µF)
Capacitance Tolerance ±20%
Dissipation Factor 5% or less
Insulation Resistance See Table 1 - Ratings & Part Number Reference Value obtained in one minute at 150 VDC.
Resonance Frequency See Table 1 - Ratings & Part Number Reference
Both ends of the element are in free state.
Typical values of the element under our test conditions.
Airtightness 1 X 10
-8
atm cc/sec or less
Temperature Cycle Test
Displacement: Initial value ±30%
Capacitance: Initial value ±30%
tan δ: Less than initial rated value
Insulation Resistance: 1 MΩ or more
Room temperature (3 minutes)
At -25°C for 30 minutes
Room temperature (3 minutes)
At +85°C for 30 minutes
Repetition of 10 cycles of the above
High Temperature Shelf Test
Displacement: Initial value ±30%
Capacitance: Initial value ±30%
tan δ: Less than initial rated value
Insulation Resistance: 1 MΩ or more
Temperature: 85 ±2°C
Time: 1,000 ±48 h
Solvent Resistance Test
Displacement: Initial value ±30%
Capacitance: Initial value ±30%
tan δ: Less than initial rated value
Insulation Resistance: 1 MΩ or more
Appearance: No noticeable defect
Solvent: Isopropyl alcohol
Temperature: 23 ±5°C
Time: Immersion for 1 minute
Heat Resistance Test
Displacement: Initial value ±30%
Capacitance: Initial value ±30%
tan δ: Less than initial rated value
Insulation Resistance: 1 MΩ or more
Appearance: No noticeable defect
Temperature: 150 ±3°C
Time: 96 ±4 h