Series 3991/ITAR

MEMS High G
Shock Accelerometers
State-of-the-Art MEMS Design & Fabrication

Highlights
I Standard footprint – drop-in
replacement for competitive models

I Titanium housing & OEM configuration

available

I No zero-shift

I Low resonant amplification Q=10

I Mechanical over-range stops at 30,000 G

I DC to 10,000 Hz Frequency response

I Low power consumption Series 3991 MEMS high amplitude shock accelerometers from PCB Piezotronics (PCB®)
represent state-of-the-art industry technology for miniature, high-amplitude, DC response
I Low warm-up drift acceleration sensors, capable of measuring long duration transient motion, as well as
responding to and surviving extremely fast rise times typical of a high-G shock event. Both
a packaged and a OEM configuration are offered to fulfill a variety of installation
requirements.

The air-damped acceleration sensing element, which is micro-machined from silicon, is

manufactured with the latest advances in etching techniques and equipment. This tiny
element measures just 2.5 x 1.7 x 0.9 mm (L x W x H) and incorporates a seismic mass,
protective overrange stops, and a full-active, piezoresistive Wheatstone bridge.

Series 3991 is intended to fulfill the most demanding aerospace & defense application
requirements. Their design concepts were born from more than 20 years of PCB® expertise
in very high G shock (> 20,000 G) measurement applications and sensor development. Our
design team has the most experienced in the world for these applications. Our process
engineers utilized the latest and most sophisticated techniques and equipment to achieve
Series 3991 the desired performance levels that previously have not been attainable.
MEMS High G
Shock Accelerometer As with all PCB® instrumentation, these sensors are complemented with toll-free
applications assistance, 24-hour customer service and an extensive worldwide sales and
distribution network.

PCB Piezotronics Inc. Toll-Free in USA 866-816-8892 716-684-0001 www.pcb.com

 SERIES 3991/ITAR MEMS HIGH G SHOCK ACCELEROMETERS

MEMS High Amplitude Shock Accelerometers

Utilizing deep reactive ion etching (DRIE)

equipment and techniques, PCB® can
micromachine in-house, from extremely
strong single crystal silicon, the industry's
smallest, most accurate and durable shock
accelerometer. Ideal for applications like:
I Safe & Arm
I Smart Fuzes
I Penetrator Tests
I Weapons Data Recorders / Launch
Characteristics
I Explosive Environments (pyroshock)
I Metal-to-metal Impact / Armor Piercing
I Blast Loading of Structures / Nuclear Blast
Survivability

MEMS High Amplitude Shock Accelerometers

Model Number 3991A1020KG 3991A1120KG 3991A3020KG
Sensitivity (± 20%) (@10VDC excitation) 0.010 mv/g 0.010 mv/g 0.010 mv/g
Sensitivity 0.001 mV/V/g 0.001 mV/V/g 0.001 mV/V/g
Measurement Range ± 0 to 20,000 g ± 0 to 20,000 g ± 0 to 20,000 g
Frequency Range (± 1 db) 10,000 Hz 10,000 Hz 10,000 Hz
Resonant Frequency > 60k Hz > 60k Hz > 60k Hz
Overload Limit (Shock) 60,000 g 60,000 g 60,000 g
Overload Limit (Mechanical Stops) >/= 30 kg >/= 30 kg >/= 30 kg
Excitation Voltage (Typical) 10 VDC 10 VDC 10 VDC
Excitation Voltage (Max) 15 VDC 15 VDC 15 VDC
-65 to +250 ºF -65 to +250 ºF -65 to +250 ºF
Temperature Range (Operating)
-54 to +121 ºC -54 to +121 ºC -54 to +121 ºC
Physical
0.11 x 0.56 x 0.28 in 0.11 x 0.56 x 0.28 in 0.052 x 0.170 x 0.160 in
Size (Height x Length x Width)
(2.79 x 14.22 x 7.11 mm) (2.79 x 14.22 x 7.11 mm) (1.32 x 4.32 x 4.06 mm)
0.045 oz 0.045 oz 0.0013 oz
Weight
1.28 gm 1.28 gm 0.04 gm
Mounting (2) Through-holes / Screws (2) Through-holes / Screws Adhesive Mount
Housing Titanium Titanium Substrate
3 ft 10 ft
Cable Length N/A
0.91 m 3m
Electrical Connection 094 Kevlar, Integral Cable 034 Teflon, Integral Cable N/A
Cable Termination Pigtails Pigtails N/A
Supplied Accessories
(2) Model 081A110 (2) Model 081A110
Mounting Screw N/A
(4+40 x 1/4" SHCS) (4+40 x 1/4" SHCS)
Calibration Certificate ACS-62 Shock Calibration ACS-62 Shock Calibration

This product is a controlled item under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) administered by the Office of Defense Trade
Controls. Any export of this product from the United States, including any item in which this product may be incorporated, requires
appropriate authorization from the U.S. State Department. Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited.
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Model Numbering System for Series 3991 High Amplitude Shock Accelerometers

1.) Single Axis Series 3991

3991A Single axis, MEMS DC response shock accelerometer, (revision A)
2.) Configurations

10 Titanium housing, 3 ft (0.9 m) integral cable, 4-conductor Kevlar® cable, terminating pigtails, two through-bolt mounting holes
11 Titanium housing, 10-ft (3m) integral cable, 4 conductor Teflon cable, terminating in pigtails, two through-bolt mounting holes
30 Substrate package, adhesive mount with solder tabs for electrical hook up, (internal component to Model 3991A1020KG & 3991A1120KG)

3.) Measurement Range

20KG ±20,000 G
60KG ±60,000 G (Q309)

4.) Integral Cable Length (add only if selecting integral cable and other than standard length shown above)
/ XXX Specify XXX as desired in feet
5.) Cable Termination (add only if selecting integral cable with other than pigtail connection
LN Mini 8-pin DIN connector
Examples
Single axis, titanium housing, 3-ft (0.9m) integral cable, 4 conductor Kevlar® cable, terminating in pigtails,
3991A 10 20KG
20,000 G range
Single axis, titanium housing, integral 4 conductor Teflon cable, 20,000 G range with 20-ft (6.1m) cable
3991A 11 20KG /020 LN
terminating with Mini 8-Pin DIN connector

Model 3991A1020KG & Model 3991A1120KG Model 080A213 LN Mini 8-Pin DIN Connector

0.2 x 0.125 [3.18] 0.375 [9.53]

THRU
4-Conductor Integral Cable
0.120 [3.05]
0.280 [7.11]

Bridge input mating connector

0.093 [2.36]

0.560 [14.22]

Triaxial mounting block for Models

3991A1020KG and 3991A1120KG
0.112 [2.84]

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MOUNTING HOLE PREPARATION
specifications and drawings for 0.089 [2.26]
x 0.230 [5.84]
specific models. 4-40 UNC-28
x 0.187 [4.75]
Dimensions shown in inches(millimeters)

Model 427A03

The Best of Both Worlds–DC Response with ICP® Signal Conditioning

The PCB® 427A Series represents a revolutionary advance in
transducer conditioning. A patent is pending on the circuit, which
combines the best features of the low impedance two wire interface of
ICP® with the advantages of DC coupled piezoresistive transducers–the
best of both worlds. The 427A Series takes the conventional current
supply of any ICP® conditioner and provides a highly regulated 5V Model 427A03 with x50 Gain
excitation for a Wheatstone bridge transducer, then amplifies the 4-pin Jack BNC Jack
differential output of the bridge with wide-band frequency response,
and adds that DC coupled output to the ICP® bias voltage. For the first
time with ICP® circuitry it is possible to make truly static
measurements. The 427A Series includes members with different gain
settings, an optional 4-pole filter, and TEDS capability.
 SERIES 3991/ITAR SIGNAL CONDITIONING

Typical Rear Panel

MEMS Sensor Signal Conditioner

The model 482C27 four-channel, benchtop signal conditioner is full featured
and cost effective. It offers low noise operation and simplicity of use. Each
Model Number 482C27 channel is selectable between two input types: Bridge/MEMS or
Channels 4 ICP®/Voltage.
Sensor Input Types Differential/Single-ended MEMS/Bridge, ICP®/Voltage
Compatible Sensor Series 350X, 360X, 371X, 374X, 3991, load cells For the bridge inputs, this model offers 0 to 12 VDC unipolar or bipolar
Gain x0.1 to x2000; x0.1 to x200 [1]
excitation voltage for use with single ended or differential MEMS and bridge
Gain Increment 0.1
sensors like load cells and reaction torque sensors. This model features
Output Range ±10 V
incremental gain of x0.1 to x2000, auto zero, auto balance, AC/DC coupling,
Frequency Response DC to 100 kHz (-3dB)
+32 to +122 °F
normalization, and shunt calibration. The bridge inputs are compatible with
Temperature Range (Operating)
0 to +50 °C full bridge sensors as well as ½ and ¼ bridge sensors with internal
Excitation Voltage 0 to 12 VDC unipolar or bipolar [2] switchable bridge completion resistors.
Computer Controller Ethernet/RS-232
Power Required 9 to 18 VDC [3] For the ICP® inputs, the model offers 0 to 20 mA of constant current excitation
Input Connectors (4) 8-socket mini DIN, (4) BNC jacks
to power ICP® sensors or in-line ICP® charge converters. This model features
Output Connectors BNC jacks
incremental gain of x.1 to x200, normalization, and AC/DC coupling.
3.2 in x 8.0 in x 5.9 in
Size (Height x Width x Depth)
8.1 cm x 20 cm x 15 cm

Weight
2.25 lb The base unit of this model is powered from 9 to 18 VDC, however, it is
1.021 kg
supplied with a universal voltage, AC power adapter. Optional auto lighter
Supplied Accessories
adapter, Model 488A13, is also available.
(1) 017AXX Power Cord; (1) 488A14 Universal Power Adapter; (1) MCSC Control Software
Additional Accessories s
As with all PCB® instrumentation, this model is complemented with toll-free
Auto Lighter Adapter 488A13
application assistance, 24-hour customer service, and is backed by a no-risk
Input Mating Connector(s) 8-pin mini DIN, AC
policy that guarantees satisfaction or your money refunded.
Additional Versions
8-channel 19" rack mount version,
483C28
computer control only
Notes

[1] Maximum gain for bridge/MEMS input is x2000 and for ICP®/voltage input is x200.
[2] In bipolar mode, +Vexc and -Vexc track each other. They are equal and opposite.
[3] Supplied with 85 to 264 VAC, 47 to 400 Hz Universal Power Adapter.
483C28
8-channel version, computer control only

The Aerospace & Defense division of PCB Piezotronics serves the Turbine Engine,
Helicopter Health and Usage Monitoring (HUMS), Ground Vibration Test, Flight Test,
Wind Tunnel Test, Fuze/Safe and Arm, Spacecraft and Aerospace Systems design
and development communities with sensors and associated signal conditioning for
measurement of acceleration (vibration, shock and rigid body); acoustics; pressure;
force; strain; and torque. Sensor technologies employed include piezoelectric,
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Toll-Free in USA 866-816-8892
piezoresistive (both strain gauge and MEMS) and variable capacitive (both MEMS
and microphone). Manufacturing operations are certified to AS9100:2004 and ISO
24-hour SensorLineSM 716-684-0001 9001:2000, with calibration procedures accredited by A2LA to ISO 17025. Products

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can be manufactured to meet specific aerospace environmental standards, with

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program design requirements to meet RTCA-DO-160 and MIL-STD-810, and low
outgassing designs available for specific applications.

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