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SKF Vibration Sensors Catalog
Vibration sensors, sensor selection, installation and mounting, cables and connectors, mounting accessories
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Vibration sensor selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Pulp and Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
General purpose, food and beverage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Oil and gas, refining, petrochemicals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Power generation (fossil fuel, nuclear, hydro) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Power generation (wind turbines) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Metals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Mining, mineral processing and cement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Industrial accelerometers for widespread applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Accelerometers with extended temperature range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Combination vibration and temperature sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Hazardous area approved sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Special purpose sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Low-frequency accelerometers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Vibration sensor installation and mounting requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Vibration sensor cables and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
Mounting hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Introduction
The measurement of vibration is the most Displacement Accelerometers
common method of assessing the mechanical
status of machinery for condition monitoring sensors The acceleration sensor is versatile, reliable
purposes. and the most popular vibration sensor for
Although advances have been made in the Eddy current probes are non-contact machinery monitoring. For a given mechani-
field of vibration monitoring and analysis sensors primarily used to measure displace- cal acceleration level, piezoelectric acceler-
equipment, the selection of sensors and the ment that reflects shaft radial vibration, ometers have a constant signal over a wide
way they are installed on a machine remain shaft/rotor position and clearance and rota- frequency range, typically up to  kHz, and
critical factors in determining the success of tional speed. Also referred to as “proximity are very useful for all types of vibration
any condition monitoring program. Invest- probes” or “displacement probes”, eddy measurements. Acceleration integrated to
ments made for installing superior sensors current probes are typically applied on velocity can be used for low frequency
are a prudent investment since the informa- machines utilizing sleeve/journal bearings. measurements. Acceleration signals in the
tion provided about the machine of interest They have excellent frequency response with high frequency range added with various
is accurate and reliable. Poor quality sensors no lower frequency limit and can also be signal processing techniques like Accelera-
and inadequate installation can easily give used to provide a trigger input for phase- tion Enveloping (gE) are very useful for
misleading data or, in some cases, cause a related measurements. Eddy current probe bearing and gear measurements.
critical machine condition to be completely systems are the best solution for shaft posi- The basic acceleration sensor has a good
overlooked. tion measurements in sleeve bearing equip- signal to noise ratio over a wide dynamic
SKF has developed a range of industrial ment. The selection and specifications of range. They are useful for measuring low to
vibration sensors that incorporates over SKF’s range of eddy current probes is very high frequencies and are available in a
three decades of practical experience from detailed in a separate catalog. wide variety of general purpose and applica-
providing transducers such as eddy current tion specific designs.
probe displacement sensors, accelerometers When combined with vibration monitors
and velocity sensors, to machinery monitor- capable of integrating from acceleration to
ing of all classes in multiple industries. Velocity sensors velocity, accelerometers can be useful com-
ponents in a multi-parameter monitoring
Velocity sensors are used for low to medium program.
frequency measurements. They are useful
The measurements for vibration monitoring and balancing oper-
ations on rotating machinery. As compared
of vibration to accelerometers, velocity sensors have Sensor wiring,
lower sensitivity to high frequency vibra-
The three parameters representing motion tions. There are two types: mounting hardware
detected by vibration monitors are:
• Traditional, “self-generating” velocity
and accessories
• Displacement sensors or “velocity pickups”. These are of In addition to sensor selection, sensor
• Velocity a mechanical design that use an electro- mounting and wiring are important aspect of
• Acceleration magnetic (coil and magnet) system to vibration sensor installation. As with sensors
generate the velocity signal. Their advan- and monitoring equipment, using superior
These parameters can be measured by a tage is a direct measurement of velocity. installation components is a good invest-
variety of motion sensors and are mathe- Their disadvantages are that they wear ment. Time and effort to troubleshoot prob-
matically related: out over time, owing to the moving parts, lems related to poor cabling and inferior
and are sensitive to mounting orientation. mounting can easily exceed the original cost
• Velocity is the first time derivative of • Piezoelectric velocity sensors (internally of an inferior installation.
displacement integrated accelerometers). These are SKF offers a comprehensive product line
• Acceleration is the first time derivative of more common today, as they have of sensor wiring, mounting hardware and
velocity improved capabilities over self-generating accessories. These are the same compo-
types and are a more rugged and smaller nents that SKF uses in its own bearing man-
Selection of a sensor proportional to dis- size design. ufacturing plants and for customer systems
placement, velocity or acceleration depends that are installed and maintained under SKF
upon the type and design of the equipment service contracts.
that is to be monitored, the frequencies of
interest and the signal levels involved.

Vibration sensor selection
The range of vibration sensors offered is wide, as a vibration sensor • “Good” – A general purpose choice that has adequate measure-
has many different characteristics that may vary, including measurement and physical characteristics for condition monitoring pro-
ment related factors such as frequency response, sensitivity and grams, where data is trended for change and absolute precision is
accuracy. Physical characteristics such as temperature rating, size not so important.
and connector orientation are also considerations. • “Better” – A general purpose choice that has adequate measure-
The following is a guide to SKF’s experience in sensor use in the ment and physical characteristics for condition monitoring pro-
most common industrial sectors in which vibration monitoring is grams, but adds a specific feature such as an extended tempera-
employed. ture range or mounting orientation better suited to the application.
For each industry, the top four features required of a quality vibra- • “Best” – A premium choice that has optimum measurement and
tion sensor are stated and explained. Industrial sensor choices are physical characteristics, but also offers the longest history as
graded: evidence of reliability. These are particularly suited to critical
machinery applications where the sensor may be used in safety-
related functions such as machinery protection.

Pulp and paper
Following are the top features required of a quality vibration sensor
in the pulp and paper industry, along with the reasons why:
• Low frequency response ≤ . Hz

– For low rotational speed of rolls
• Elevated temperature  to  °C (250 to 300 °F)
– For dryer section heat and humidity
• IP  cable/connector assembly
– For wet environment and frequent roll changes
• Good signal to noise ratio
– For bearing defect detection
Good Better
General purpose monitoring Installation robustness
CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS

 T  T
Best
Elevated temperatures
CMSS CMSS
 

General purpose, food and
beverage
in the food and beverage industry, along with the reasons why:

– For low rotational speed of machines
• Small physical size
– Small bearing and access restrictions
• Corrosion precautions
– Cleaning fluid and chemical attack
• Integral cable or IP  connector/cable
– Frequent hose-down environment
Good Better
CMSS
C CMSS
F
Best
Frequency and precision
CMSS CMSS
 

Oil and gas, refining,
petrochemicals
in the oil and gas, refining and petrochemicals industries:
• ATEX/NEC certification
– Hazardous area
• Minimum  Hz to  kHz frequency response
– For turbines, blades and gears
• ±% sensitivity precision
– May be used for API  machine trip
• High EMI/RFI shielding
Good Better
Monitoring in Class I, Division  areas Monitoring in Intrinsically Safe areas
CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS

A-D A-D A-IS A-IS
Best
High precision and long experience
CMSS CMSS CMSS

-EE -EE V-EE
(-CA) (-CA) (-CA)

Power generation (fossil fuel,
nuclear, hydro)
in the power generation (fossil fuel, nuclear and hydro) industry:
• Velocity and/or acceleration

– For absolute shaft vibration
• High temperature, ≥  °C (g 250 °F)
– For steam leaks
• ±% sensitivity precision
• High EMI/RFI shielding
– High voltage environment
Good Better
General purpose monitoring Elevated temperatures
CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS

  T T  
Best
High precision velocity sensor
CMSS
V

Power generation (wind
turbines)
in the power generation (wind turbines) industry, along with the rea-
sons why:
• Very low frequency response (– dB at . Hz)

– Germanischer Lloyd requirement
• Small and compact physical size
– Restricted space locations
• Packaged components
– Simplicity for wind turbine OEM’s
• DNV GL certification for SKF on-line IMx systems
Good Better
Integral cable, compact size, general purpose Cable with connector / easier in case of sensor
monitoring exchange need
CMSS CMSS
WIND-- 

Metals
in the metalworking industry, along with the reasons why:

– For low rotational speed of machines
• Physically robust
– Misuse, abuse and flying debris
– Hot, dusty and corrosive environment
• Good signal-to-noise ratio
Good Better
CMSS CMSS CMSS

  
Best
Elevated temperature
CMSS CMSS
 

Mining, mineral processing and
cement
in the mining, mineral processing and cement industry:
• Physically robust
– Flying debris and high vibration
– Dusty and corrosive environment
• Good signal-to-noise ratio
• Low frequency response . Hz
– For very low rotational speed
Good Better
General purpose monitoring Higher sensitivity for low amplitudes
CMPT CMPT
 
Best
Approved for Mining
CMPT CMPT
A AC

Industrial accelerometers for
widespread applications
• CMSS  Industrial accelerometer, straight exit
• CMSS F Accelerometer with integral cable, straight exit
• CMSS  / CMSS -M Industrial accelerometer, side exit
• CMSS C / CMSS C-M Economical accelerometer, straight exit
• CMSS  Superior accelerometer, straight exit
• CMSS  Superior accelerometer, side exit
CMSS 2100 CMSS 2200 / CMSS CMSS 2100F

2200-M8
CMSS 797 CMSS 793 CMSS 780C / CMSS

780C-M8

CMSS  Limited
Lifetime A
Industrial accelerometer, straight exit WARRANTY
The CMSS  accelerometer is a good multi-purpose sensor. The

sensor is commonly deployed in the following industries:
• Power Generation (Fossil, Nuclear, Hydro)

• Pulp and Paper
• Food and Beverage
• Automation
• Metals
• Water and Waste Water
Features
• For use with all SKF on-line systems, protection systems and the
portable data collection instruments
• Rugged, economical and all around general purpose sensor
Electrical
•  mV/g sensitivity to optimize use in multiple applications
• Exceptional bias voltage (BV) stability at elevated temperatures • Power requirements:
• Designed for exceptional low noise level over a wide temperature – Voltage source:  V DC nominal,  to  V DC
range – Constant current diode:  to  mA, recommended  mA
• Meets CE, EMC requirements • Electrical noise:
• Two mounting studs (/- and M × .) provided – . Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed for installation in high • Output impedance: <  Ω
humidity areas • Bias output voltage:  V DC
• Reverse polarity wiring protection • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
Recommended connector/cable assembly

• CMSS  series
Specifications
Dimensions
Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values . mm
referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current (0.85 in) Two pin
connector
and  Hz.
Dynamic
• Sensitivity:  mV/g
. mm
• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C (75 °F)
(2.08 in) M O D E L C M S S 2 1 0 0
• Acceleration range:  g peak S/N S 0 0 0 0 0
/ in hex
• Amplitude linearity: ≤ %, up to full scale
• Frequency range: /-
– ±%: . to   Hz mounting hole
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ± dB: . to   Hz . mm
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz (0.75 in)
• Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial
• Temperature response: See graph
. mm A B
(0.87 in)
. mm
(0.96 in)

Typical temperature response Typical frequency response
Deviation, % sensitivity Deviation, dB
+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
Temperature, °C (°F) Frequency, Hz
Environmental Physical
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F) operating • Dimensions: See drawing
temperature • Weight:  g (. oz.)
• Vibration limit:  g peak • Case material: L stainless steel
• Shock limit:   g peak • Mounting:
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss – Internal /- thread
• Sealing: Hermetic – M × . and /- to /- mounting studs provided
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/μstrain • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial • Connections:
Environment EN - – Pin A: Signal/Power
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level” – Pin B: Common
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin, IP ,
ured peak to peak locking collar or twist lock
• Recommended cable: CMSS -SY-XXM and CMSS
-DY-XXM, two conductor, twisted pair, single or double
shielded, yellow
Ordering information
CMSS  Industrial accelerometer, straight exit with MIL-C-

two pin connector.
• /- and M mounting studs provided. Calibration

sensitivity and nominal sensitivity is provided for each
accelerometer package.
• For corresponding cables, refer to the section Vibra-

tion sensor cables and accessories.

CMSS F
A
Accelerometer with integral cable, straight exit
The CMSS F accelerometer is a good multi-purpose sensor
with integral cable for light to medium-duty applications in the fol-
lowing industries:
• Automation
• Pulp and Paper
Common applications include general purpose machines such as

pumps, motors and fans.
Features
• For use with all SKF on-line surveillance systems
• Economical, top exit design
• Rugged, corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed
• Case isolation
• Meets CE, EMC requirements
• Two mounting studs (/- and M × .) provided
• ESD protection
• Reverse wiring protection
Specifications
Dynamic
Dimensions
• Acceleration range:  g peak
• Amplitude linearity: % Fluorine based
• Frequency range: polymer cable
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ± dB: . to   Hz
. mm
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz (1.68 in)
• Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial strain relief
• Temperature response: See graph boot
Electrical
. mm
• Power requirements: (1.50 in)
– Voltage source):  to  V DC minimum
– Constant current diode), ):  to  mA bend
diameter . mm
• Electrical noise:
Hermetically sealed (2.80 in)
– Broadband:
feed-through assembly
○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg . mm MODEL CMSS2100F
– Spectral: (1.77 in) S/N S00000

/ in hex
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
/-
○   Hz:  µg/√Hz mounting hole
• Output impedance: <  Ω
• Bias output voltage:  V DC
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded . mm
(0.96 in)


+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
temperature • Weight:  g (3.2 oz.)
• Shock limit:   g peak • Mounting: Internal /- thread
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g maximum:  µg/gauss • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Sealing: Hermetic • Connections:
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain – Power/Signal: White
• Hydrostatic pressure:  psi – Common: Black
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial – Case: Shield
Environment EN - • Integral cable: Fluorine based polymer,  m (16.4 ft.) blunt cut
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level”
) To minimize the possibility of signal distortion when driving long cables with
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas-
high vibration signals,  to  V DC powering is recommended. The higher
ured peak to peak level constant current source should be used when driving long cables
(please consult SKF).
) A maximum current of  mA is recommended for operating temperatures in
excess of  °C (210 °F).
CMSS F Accelerometer with  meter (16.4 ft) integral

cable, straight exit.
CMSS F- Accelerometer with  meter (33 ft) integral

CMSS F- Accelerometer with  meter (66 ft) integral

• /- and M mounting studs provided. Calibration sensitivity is

provided for each accelerometer package with nominal sensitivity
etched on each unit.

CMSS  / CMSS -M Limited
Lifetime A
Industrial accelerometer, side exit WARRANTY
The CMSS  accelerometer is a good multi-purpose sensor. The

sensor is commonly deployed in the following industries:
• Power Generation (Fossil, Nuclear, Hydro, Wind)

• Pulp and Paper
• Mineral Processing
• Automation
• Metals
Features
• For use with all SKF on-line systems, protection systems and the
portable data collection instruments
Electrical
• Rugged, economical and all around general purpose sensor
•  mV/g sensitivity to optimize use in multiple applications • Power requirements:
• Exceptional bias voltage (BV) stability at elevated temperatures – Voltage source:  to  V DC
• Designed for exceptional low noise level over a wide temperature – Constant current diode:  to  mA, recommended  mA
range • Electrical noise:
• Meets CE, EMC requirements – . Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Captive mounting bolts (/- and M x .) provided • Output impedance: <  Ω
• Corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed for installation in high • Bias output voltage:  V DC
humidity areas • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
• Reverse polarity wiring protection
Dimensions
/ in socket head
Recommended connector/cable assembly captive screw
. mm
(1.04 in) MODEL CMSS2200
MODEL CMSS2200-M8
Specifications . mm
(1.60 in)
S/N S0000
CMSS :
/- or M x .
Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values
mounting thread
referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current . mm . mm
and  Hz. (0.25 in) (0.92 in) CMSS -M:
M ™ .
mounting thread
Dynamic
. mm
• Sensitivity:  mV/g (1.00 in)
/ in. hex
• Amplitude linearity: % . mm
• Frequency range: (1.44 in) . mm
– ±%: . to   Hz (2.10 in)
– ± dB: . to   Hz
Two pin connector
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz MIL-C-
A B
+ –


+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.7 1 10 100 1k 10 k
temperature • Weight:  g (4.8 oz.)
• Shock limit:   g • Mounting: /- and M x  captive socket head screw
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain – Shell: Ground
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial – Pin A: Power/Signal
Environment EN - – Pin B: Common
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level” • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin, IP ,
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- locking collar or twist lock
ured peak to peak • Recommended cable: CMSS -SY-XXM and CMSS
-DY-XXM, two conductor, twisted pair, single shielded, yellow
CMSS  CMSS  Industrial accelerometer with side exit

MIL-C- two pin connector
• /- and M captive socket head screws provided.

Calibration sensitivity and nominal sensitivity is pro-
vided for each accelerometer package
CMSS CMSS -M Industrial accelerometer with side exit

-M MIL-C- two pin connector
• M x . captive socket head screw provided. Cali-

bration sensitivity and nominal sensitivity is provided for
each accelerometer package

CMSS  Limited
Lifetime A
Superior accelerometer, straight exit WARRANTY
The CMSS  sensor is a higher precision accelerometer mainly for

use in the following industries:
• Oil and Gas

• Refining
• Petrochemicals
• Power Generation
This series of sensor is one of the most long-standing models from

SKF, with over  years of installed experience, together with a long
track record of proven reliability. It is recommended for use when the
vibration signal is to be used for machinery protection applications,
where a higher precision may be required.
Common applications include API  standard monitoring of
gearboxes, pumps and compressors.
Features
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance systems and protec-
tion systems when used with the appropriate safety barriers,
accessories and/or methods as required by the particular hazard-
ous area classification
• Case isolated
• ESD protection

Dimensions
Specifications Two pin connector

MIL-C-
Intrinsically safe certification. Installation must be in accordance with

the appropriate Intrinsic Safety installation drawing.
. mm / in. hex

Dynamic (2.42 in)
• Sensitivity:  mV/g . mm
• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C ( °F) (1.78 in)
• Acceleration range:  g peak MODEL CMSS793-XX
S/N S00000 /-
• Amplitude linearity: %
mounting hole
• Frequency range:
– ±%: . to   Hz . mm
– ±%: . to   Hz (1.00 in)
– ± dB: . to   Hz
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz
. mm
• Temperature response: See graph (1.00 in)

+10 3
2
+5
1
0 0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
Electrical Physical
• Power requirements: • Dimensions: See drawing

– Voltage source):  to  V DC • Weight:  g (3.9 oz.)
– Constant current diode), ):  to  mA • Case material: L stainless steel
• Electrical noise: • Mounting: /- tapped hole
– Broadband: • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg • Connections:
– Spectral: – Shell: Ground
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz – Pin A: Power/Signal
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz – Pin B: Common
○   Hz:  µg/√Hz • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin, IP ,
• Output impedance: <  Ω locking collar or twist lock
• Bias output voltage:  V DC • Recommended cable: CMSS -SY-XXM and CMSS
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded -DY-XXM, two conductor, twisted pair, shielded, yellow or blue
Environmental ) To minimize the possibility of signal distortion when driving long cables
with high vibration signals,  to  V DC powering is recommended. The
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F) higher level constant current source should be used when driving long
• Vibration limit:  g peak cables (please consult SKF).
• Shock limit:   g (CMSS -EE:   g peak, Group IIC; 
) A maximum current of  mA is recommended for operating temperatures
in excess of  °C (210 °F).
 g peak, Group IIB, IIA)
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss
• Sealing: Hermetic
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial
Environment EN -
ured peak to peak
Ordering information Agency approvals for hazardous area
CMSS  Superior accelerometer, straight exit. CMSS -CA

Class I, Division , Groups A, B, C, D
• All models with MIL-C- style two pin connector.
/- mounting studs provided. A calibration certifi- Must be installed per drawing .
cate with the actual sensitivity of the accelerometer is
included in each package. The nominal sensitivity is CSA
CMSS -EE
• CMSS -CA, CMSS -EE agency approved, ATEX Zone 
intrinsically safe (IS), superior accelerometers with II  G
straight exit are available; please see the Hazardous Ex ia IIC T Ga (Ta = – to + °C (35 to +250 °F))
Area Approved Sensor section.
SIRA Must be installed per drawing .

CMSS  Limited
Lifetime A
Superior accelerometer, side exit WARRANTY
The CMSS  sensor is a higher precision accelerometer mainly for

use in the following industries:
• Oil and Gas

• Refining
• Petrochemicals
This series of sensor is one of the most long-standing models from

SKF, with over  years of installed experience, together with a long
track record of proven reliability. It is recommended for use when the
Electrical
vibration signal is to be used for machinery protection applications,
where a higher precision may be required. • Power requirements:
Common applications include API  standard monitoring of – Voltage source):  to  V DC
gearboxes, pumps and compressors. – Constant current diode), ):  to  mA
– Broadband:
Features ○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg
– Spectral:
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line system surveillance systems and ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
protection systems when used with the appropriate safety barri- ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
ers, accessories and/or methods as required by the particular haz- ○   Hz:  µg/√Hz
ardous area classification • Output impedance: <  Ω
• Rugged, corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed • Bias output voltage:  V DC
• Case isolated • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
• ESD protection

Specifications
Intrinsically safe certification. Installation must be in accordance with
the appropriate Intrinsic Safety installation drawing.
Dimensions
Dynamic
• Sensitivity:  mV/g Two pin connector
MIL-C-
• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C ( °F)
• Acceleration range:  g peak
• Frequency range: . mm . mm
(1.20 in) (1.65 in)
– ±%: . to   Hz MODEL CMSS797-XX
– ±%: . to   Hz S/N S00000
– ± dB: . to   Hz
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz . mm (0.25 in)
• Temperature response: See graph . mm /- mounting
(1.05 in) thread
. mm
(2.15 in)

+10 3
2
+5
1
0 0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 1 10 100 1k 10 k
• Temperature range: – to + °C (– to + °F) • Dimensions: See drawing
• Vibration limit:  g peak • Weight:  g (. oz.)
• Shock limit:   g • Case material: L stainless steel
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss • Mounting: /- captive socket head screw
• Sealing: Hermetic • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain • Connections:
• Radiaion exposure limit (CMSS R):  ×  RADs – Shell: Ground
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level” • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin, IP ,
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- locking collar or twist lock
-DY-XXM, two conductor, twisted pair, single shielded, yellow
or blue
) To minimize the possibility of signal distortion when driving long cables

higher level constant current source should be used when driving long
cables (please consult SKF).
Agency approvals for hazardous area Ordering information
CMSS -CA CMSS  Superior accelerometer, side exit.

• All models with MIL-C- style two pin connector.
Must be installed per drawing . /- captive hex head screw. A calibration certifi-
cate with the actual sensitivity of the accelerometer is
CSA included in each package. The nominal sensitivity is
CMSS -EE
ATEX Zone  • CMSS -CA or CMSS -EE agency approved,
II  G intrinsically safe (IS), superior accelerometers with
Ex ia IIC T Ga (Ta = – to + °C (35 to +250 °F)) side exit are available; please see the Hazardous Area
Approved Sensor section.
SIRA Must be installed per drawing .

CMSS C / CMSS C-M
A
Small economical accelerometer, straight
exit
The CMSS C is a cost-effective, small sensor for use with porta-
ble data collector routes found in the following industries:
• General Industry

pumps, motors, fans and gearboxes, where a trend of normal condi-
tion is the main measurement objective, rather than absolute sensi-
tivity precision.
Features
Electrical
• For use with all SKF on-line surveillance systems and portable
data collection instruments • Power requirements:
• Economical top-exit design – Voltage source:  to  V DC
• Small physical size – Constant current diode:  to  mA
• Rugged corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed • Electrical noise:
• Case isolated – Broadband:
• Meets CE, EMC requirements ○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg
• ESD protection – Spectral:
• Reverse polarity wiring protection ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
Recommended connector/cable assembly ○   Hz:  µg/√Hz
• CMSS  series • Output impedance: <  Ω
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
Specifications
Dynamic

• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C (75 °F)
Dimensions
• Frequency range: Two pin connector
– ±%: . to   Hz MIL-C-
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ± dB: . to   Hz
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz
• Temperature sensitivity:
. mm
– – °C (360 °F): –% (1.81 in) MODEL CMSS780C
– + °C (+250 °F): +% S/N S00000
/ in hex
/-
mounting hole
. mm
(0.69 in)

• Temperature range: – to + °C (– to + °F) operating • Dimensions: See drawing
temperture • Weight:  g (. oz.)
• Shock limit:   g peak • Sensing element design: PZT ceramic/shear
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss • Mounting:
• Sealing: Hermetic – CMSS C: /- stud
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain – CMSS C-M: /- to M stud
Environment EN - – Sensor casing to ground
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level” – Pin A: Power/Signal
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- – Pin B: Common
ured peak to peak • Output connector: Two pin, MIL-C- style
• Mating connector/cable: CMSS  series
shielded, yellow
CMSS C Small economical accelerometer, straight exit with /-

 stud.
CMSS Small economical accelerometer, straight exit with /-

C-M  to M stud.
• A calibration certificate with the actual sensitivity of

the accelerometer is included in each package. The
nominal sensitivity is etched on each unit.

CMSS 
A
Accelerometer with integral, braided cable,
straight exit
The CMSS  is a rugged accelerometer designed for installation
where cable protection is paramount without the luxury of cable
trays or protective conduit. The CMSS  is typically used in the
following industries:

• Metals
• Pulp and Paper
Common applications include motors and bearings on conveyor

systems.
Features
• Case isolated
• ESD protection
• Cable shield and braid connected to sensor housing
Dimensions
Specifications
referenced at  °C ( °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current . mm
and  Hz. (0.75 in)
bend radius
Dynamic . mm
• Sensitivity:  mV/g (2.00 in)
• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C ( °F) MODEL CMSS2110
. mm S/N S00000

• Sensitivity deviation over full temperature range: ≤ ±% (1.77 in)
• Acceleration range: Minimum ± V equivalent to  g peak;
turn-on time to within % of final bias is ≤ . s /-
• Amplitude linearity: ≤ %, up to full scale mounting hole
. mm
– ± dB: . Hz to . kHz (1.00 in)
• Resonance frequency, mounted:
– Nominal  kHz or higher
– Controlled resonance amplitude
. mm
– + dB maximum at resonance (0.87 in)
. mm
(1.00 in)
Standard armored cable

+10 3
2
+5
1
0 0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 1 10 100 1k 10k 100k
Electrical Physical

– Voltage source:  V DC nominal, ±% • Cable length:  m (16.4 ft.)
– Constant current diode:  to  mA, recommend  mA • Weight:  g (12.4 oz.), including cable
• Electrical noise: • Case material: L stainless steel
– Broadband (. Hz to . kHz): < . mg RMS • Mounting:
• Output impedance: <  Ω – Internal /- thread
• Bias output voltage: – M × . and /- to /- mounting studs provided
– . to . V DC for  V DC supply over temperature range – • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
to + °C (360 to +210 °F) • Connections:
– . to . V DC for  V DC supply over temperature range  – Power signal: White
to  °C (210 to 250 °F) – Common: Black
• Grounding: – Shielding: Drain
– Case isolated, internally shielded (Faraday cage) • Cable:
– The internal Faraday cage is connected to the signal return of – Integral cable,  m (16.4 ft.) long
the shielded twisted pair – Shielded twisted pair; two times AWG 
– The internal shield, as well as the stainless steel braid, is con- – Shield grounded to sensor housing
nected to the sensor housing – Cable armored with  stainless steel braid
• Isolation to sensor housing: >  MΩ over full temperature range – Braid also connected to sensor housing
• Over-voltage protection – High temperature cable
• Reverse polarity (wiring) protection – Cable diameter less than  mm (0.19 in.)
• Cable specifications: /C  AWG FEP/A/M/FEP -; recom-
Environmental mend two wire, twisted, shielded
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F) operating
temperature
• Vibration limit:  g peak
• Shock limit:   g peak
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum: <  µg/
gauss at  to  Hz
• Base strain sensitivity:  µg/µstrain
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial Ordering information
CMSS  Accelerometer with  meter (16.4 ft) overbraided inte-
gral cable, straight exit.
ured peak to peak CMSS Accelerometer with  meter (33 ft) integral braided
- cable, straight exit.
• /- and M mounting studs provided. Calibration

sensitivity is provided for each accelerometer package
with nominal sensitivity etched on each unit.

CMSS -
A
Accelerometer with integral, braided cable,
straight exit
The CMSS - is a rugged accelerometer designed for installa-
tion where cable protection is paramount without the luxury of cable
trays or protective conduit. The CMSS - is typically used in the
• Metals
• Pulp and Paper
Common applications include motors and bearings on conveyor

systems.
Features
•  mV/g sensitivity to optimize use in most applications
• Case isolated
• ESD protection
• Cable shield and braid connected to sensor housing
Dimensions
Specifications
Dynamic
• Sensitivity:  mV/g . mm

• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C (70 °F) (0.75 in)
bend radius
• Sensitivity deviation over full temperature range: ≤ ±%
• Acceleration range: Minimum ± V equivalent to  g peak; . mm
(2.00 in)
turn-on time for one time constant is . s
MODEL CMSS2110/3
• Amplitude linearity: ≤ %, up to full scale . mm S/N S00000
• Frequency range: (1.77 in)

– ±%: . to . kHz
/-
– ± dB: . to . kHz
mounting hole
• Resonance frequency, mounted:
– Nominal  kHz or higher . mm
(1.00 in)
– Controlled resonance amplitude
– Second order Q limiting filter
• Temperature response: See graph . mm
(0.87 in)
. mm
(1.00 in)
Standard armored cable

Deviation, % sensitivity Deviation [dB]
+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 1 10 100 1k 10k 100k
Temperature, °C (°F) Frequency [Hz]
Electrical Physical

– Voltage source:  V DC, ±% • Cable length:  m (16.4 ft.)
– Constant current diode:  to  mA • Weight:  g (12.3 oz.), including cable
• Electrical noise: • Case material: L stainless steel
– Broadband (. to . kHz): < . mg RMS • Mounting: /- to M and /- to /- mounting studs
• Output impedance: <  Ω provided
• Bias output voltage: . V DC ( ±%) for  V DC supply voltage • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
over the temperature range from – to + °C (360 to +210 °F) • Connections:
• Grounding: – Integral cable
– Case isolated, internally shielded (Faraday cage) – Power/Signal: White
– The internal Faraday cage is connected to the signal return of – Common: Black
the shielded twisted pair – Shielding: Drain
– The internal shield, as well as the stainless steel braid, is con- • Cable:
nected to the sensor housing – Integral cable,  m (16.4 ft.) long
• Isolation to sensor housing: >  MΩ over full temperature range – Shielded twisted pair; two times AWG 
• Over-voltage protection – Shield grounded to sensor housing
• Reverse polarity (wiring) protection – Cable armored with  stainless steel braid
– Braid also connected to sensor housing
Environmental – High temperature cable
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F) operating – Cable diameter less than  mm (0.19 in.)
temperature • Cable specifications: /C  AWG FEP/A/M/FEP -
• Vibration limit:  g peak • Cable capacitance:  pF/m (80 pF/ft.)
• Shock limit:   g peak
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:
<  µg/gauss at  to  Hz Ordering information
• Base strain sensitivity:  µg/µstrain
CMSS - Accelerometer, mV/g, with  meter (16.4 ft)
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial integral braided cable, straight exit.
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level” • /- and M mounting studs provid Calibration
sensitivity is provided for each accelerometer
package with nominal sensitivity etched on each
ured peak to peak unit.

CMPT 
A
Accelerometer for heavy-duty environments,
integral, braided cable, side exit
The CMPT  is a physically rugged accelerometer optimized for
use in heavy-duty environments such as the following industries:
• Mining
• Cement
In these industries, dust, mud and flying debris are commonplace,

together with low rotational speeds. When used on shakers and
screens, the accelerometer must also withstand high levels of con- Specifications
tinuous and random vibration. The sensor uses an integral cable with
stainless over-braid for protection in heavy-duty environments. Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values
referenced at  °C ( °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current
and  Hz.
Features
Dynamic
• For use with all SKF on-line surveillance systems • Sensitivity:  mV/g
•  mV/g sensitivity • Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C ( °F)
• Physically rugged • Sensitivity deviation over full temperature range: %, approxi-
• Meets CE, EMC requirements mately –% at – °C (360 °F) and +% at + °C (+250 °F)
• Low profile, side exit industrial accelerometer with M ×  and /- • Acceleration range:  g peak
 UNF socket head cap screws provided • Amplitude linearity: < %, up to full scale
•  m (16.4 ft.) integral cable with stainless steel over-braid • Frequency range:
• Corrosion resistant and encapsulation sealed – +/- dB%: . Hz to . kHz
• The internal sensor capsule is isolated from the machine ground • Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial
• Low noise, highly shock resistant • Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz
• Overload protected electronics
Dimensions
. mm
. mm (1.86 in)
(0.55 in)
. mm (0.43 in)
. mm
(1.14 in)
Ø . mm
(0.17 in)
ACCEL signal /
supply WHITE
. mm CMPT2310
(1.34 in) S/N 000000
ACCEL/TEMP GND
(common) BLACK
TEMP signal high RED

(CMPT T only)
. mm
(0.83 in)
GND wire

Electrical Physical

– Voltage source:  V DC nominal,  to  V DC • Weight:
– Constant current diode:  mA at  V,  to  mA is permissible – Sensor without cable:  g (7.4 oz.)
• Electrical noise: <  mg RMS broadband . Hz to . kHz – Sensor with cable:  g (14.5 oz.)
• Bias output voltage: . V DC, ±% for  V DC supply at • Case material:  stainless steel
 °C (77°F) • Mounting: M ×  and /- UNF socket head cap screws
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded (Faraday cage) provided
– Faraday cage connected to power supply return • Mounting torque:  Nm (50 in. lbs.)
• Over-voltage protection: Approximately  V DC • Cable: Integral cable,  m (16.4 ft.) length
• Reverse polarity (wiring) protection • Wire specification: . mm (AWG ) stranded tin copper
(seven strands at . mm each)
Environmental • Connections:
• Temperature range: – White: ACCEL signal/power (connected to constant current
– Accelerometer measurement temperature range: source)
– to + °C (360 to +250 °F) – Black: ACCEL signal ground (GND)
– Maximum operating temperature:  °C (250 °F) – Blank twisted wire: Screen connected to internal shield
– Storage temperature: – to + °C (360 to +300 °F)
• Vibration limit:  g peak
• Shock limit:   g peak
ured peak to peak
• IEC: , IP  (For climatic conditions, recommend to use conduit/
hose over braided cable.)
CMPT  Accelerometer with  meter (16.4 ft) integral braided

cable, side exit.
CMPT Accelerometer with  meter (33 ft) integral braided

X cable, side exit.
CMPT Accelerometer with  meter (50 ft) integral braided

X cable, side exit.
• /- and M ×  socket head cap screws provided.

Calibration certificate with the actual sensitivity is
provided for each accelerometer package.

CMPT 
A
Accelerometer for heavy-duty environments,
integral, braided cable, side exit
The CMPT  is a physically rugged accelerometer optimized for
• Mining
• Cement

screens, the accelerometer must also withstand high levels of con- Specifications
tinuous and random vibration. The sensor uses an integral cable with
stainless over-braid for protection in heavy-duty environments. A Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values
higher sensitivity is used for detection of low amplitude signals in referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current
slow moving equipment. and  Hz.
Dynamic
Features • Sensitivity:  mV/g
• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C ( °F)
• For use with all SKF on-line surveillance systems • Sensitivity deviation over full temperature range: %, approxi-
•  mV/g sensitivity mately –% at – °C (360 °F) and +% at + °C (+250 °F)
• Physically rugged • Acceleration range:  g peak
• Meets CE, EMC requirements • Amplitude linearity: < %, up to full scale
• Low profile, side exit industrial accelerometer with M ×  and • Frequency range:
/- UNF socket head cap screws provided – +/- dB: . Hz to .kHz
•  m (16.4 ft.) integral cable with stainless steel over-braid • Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial
• Corrosion resistant and encapsulation sealed • Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz
• The internal sensor capsule is isolated from the machine ground
• Low noise, highly shock resistant
• Overload protected electronics
• Reverse wiring protection Dimensions
, mm
. mm (1.86 in) (0.55 in)
. mm (0.43 in)
. mm
(1.14 in)
Ø , mm
(0.17 in)
ACCEL signal /
supply WHITE
. mm CMPT2323T
(1.34 in) S/N 000000
ACCEL/TEMP GND
(common) BLACK

(CMPT T only)
. mm
(0.83 in)
GND wire

Electrical Physical

 °C (77 °F) • Mounting: M ×  and /- UNF socket head cap screws
• Temperature range: – White: ACCEL signal/power (connected to constant current
– Accelerometer measurement temperature range: source)
– to + °C (360 to +250 °F) – Black: ACCEL signal ground (GND)
ured peak to peak
CMPT  Accelerometer,  mV/g, with  meter (16.4 ft) integral
braided cable, side exit.
CMPT Accelerometer,  mV/g, with  meter (33 ft) integral

X braided cable, side exit.
CMPT Accelerometer,  mV/g, with  meter (50 ft) integral

X braided cable, side exit.
• /- and M ×  socket head cap screws provided.

Calibration certificate with the actual sensitivity is
provided for each accelerometer package.

CMSS WIND--
A
Small accelerometer, with integral cable,
side exit
The CMSS WIND-- is an compact accelerometer commonly
used in the following applications:
• Wind turbine gearboxes

• Wind turbine generators
The small-size accelerometer is specially configured for unobtrusive

mounting on wind turbine drive components, within the relatively
protected environment of the turbine’s nacelle. An integral cable is Specifications
used to eliminate any cause to travel to a remote site to fix a loose
connector. Specifications based on low profile industrial constant current accel-
erometer,  mV/g, . to   Hz, side exit,  m (10 ft.) integral
cable and swiveled base.
Features
Dynamic
• For use with all SKF on-line surveillance systems • Sensitivity:  mV/g
•  mV/g sensitivity • Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C ( °F)
• Meets CE, EMC requirements • Acceleration range:  g peak
• High resistance to electrical noise • Amplitude linearity: ±%
• Low profile integral cable accelerometer • Frequency range: +/- dB: . Hz to  kHz (30 to 600 000 cpm)
• Compact design ideal for mounting with limited space • Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz (1 500 kcpm)
• Corrosion resistant • Transverse sensitivity: ≤ %
• Temperature response:See graph
Dimensions
. mm
(1.58 in)
Red: Signal/Power
. mm
(0.63 in) Black: Ground
Shielding: Drain
. mm
(0.97 in)
Molded integral cable terminating

in blunt cut  m (10 ft.) from
application
. mm (0.56 in) hex
Mounting stud model

(supplied)
/- UNF-A
/ in hex allen key

required
M ™ .-g

+20 3
2
+10
1
0 0
–10 –1
–2
–20
–54 0 +50 +100 +121 –3
(–65) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
Electrical Physical

– Voltage source:  to  V DC • Weight:  g (1.1 oz.)
– Constant current diode:  to  mA • Case material: L Stainless steel, with molded integral cable
• Electrical noise: • Enclosure rating: IP 
– Spectral: • Sensing element: Ceramic, shear
○ Output impedance: <  Ω • Mounting: Threaded stud /- male
• Bias output voltage:  to  V DC • Mounting torque:
• Electrical isolation (case): >  Ω – Stud: . to . Nm (7 to 8 ft. lbs.)
– Hex nut: . to . Nm (2 to 5 ft. lbs.)
Environmental • Connection: Molded integral cable, side
• Temperature range: – to + °C (365 to +250 °F) • Cable type: Integral FEP cable, stainless steel overbraid
• Sealing: Welded hermetic
ured peak to peak
CMSS Small accelerometer with integral cable, side exit,

WIND--  m (32.8 ft.).

WIND--  m (49.2 ft.).

WIND--  m (65.6 ft.).
Optional accessories
CMSS-WIND- Mounting pad, size mm AF dia, mm height, M

thread, stainless steel

Accelerometers with extended B
temperature range
• CMSS  Extended temperature range accelerometer, straight exit
• CMSS  Extended temperature range accelerometer, side exit
CMSS 2106 CMSS 2207

CMSS  Limited
Lifetime
Extended temperature range accelerometer, WARRANTY
straight exit
The CMSS  accelerometer is a multi-purpose sensor with an
elevated temperature resistance to extend life and performance in
applications that are known to provide a challenging hot environ-
ment. The sensor is most commonly deployed in the following
industries:
• Pulp and Paper – dryer sections

• Mineral Processing – ovens and kilns
• Metalworking – hot rolling mills
Features
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line system IMx and all portable data
Electrical
collection instruments
• Rugged, economical and all around high temperature, general • Power requirements:
purpose sensor for up to  °C (300 °F) operating temperature – Voltage source:  V DC nominal,  to  V DC
•  mV/g sensitivity to optimize use in multiple applications – Constant current diode:  to  mA, recommended  mA
• Exceptional bias voltage (BV) stability at elevated temperatures • Electrical noise:
• Designed for exceptional low noise level over a wide temperature – . Hz:  µg/√Hz
range • Output impedance: <  Ω
• Meets CE, EMC requirements • Bias output voltage:
• Two mounting studs /- and M × .) provided –  V DC at  °C ( °F)
• Corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed for installation in high –  V DC at  °C ( °F)
humidity areas • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded

Dimensions
Two pin connector
Specifications MIL-C-

referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current
and  Hz.
/ in. hex
Dynamic . mm
(2.42 in)
• Sensitivity:  mV/g . mm
• Sensitivity precision: ±% at – to + °C (360 to +300 °F) (1.78 in)
• Acceleration range:  g peak MODEL CMSS2106
/-
• Amplitude linearity: % S/N S00000
mounting hole
– ±%: . to   Hz
. mm
– ±%: . to   Hz (0.94 in)
– ± dB: . to   Hz
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz
• Temperature response: See graph . mm
(0.94 in)

+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0 B
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +150 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+300) 1 10 100 1k 10 k
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +300 °F) operating • Dimensions: See drawing
temperature • Weight:  g (4.8 oz.)
• Shock limit:   g peak • Mounting:
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss – Internal /- thread
• Base strain sensitivity:  µg/µstrain • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin,
ured peak to peak IP , locking collar or twist lock
shielded, yellow
CMSS  Superior accelerometer, straight exit with MIL-C-

 two pin connector.
• /- and M mounting studs provided. Calibration certificate with

the actual sensitivity is provided for each accelerometer package. The
normal sensitivity is etch on each unit.

CMSS  Limited
Lifetime
Extended temperature range accelerometer, WARRANTY
side exit
The CMSS  accelerometer is a multi-purpose sensor with an
elevated temperature resistance to extend life and performance in
applications that are known to provide a challenging hot environ-
ment. The sensor is most commonly deployed in the following
industries:
• Pulp and Paper – dryer sections

• Mineral Processing – ovens and kilns
• Metalworking – hot rolling mills
Electrical
• Power requirements:
Features – Voltage source:  V DC nominal,  to  V DC
– Constant current diode:  to  mA, recommended  mA
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line system IMx and all portable data • Electrical noise:
collection instruments • . Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Rugged, economical and all around high temperature, general • Output impedance: <  Ω
purpose sensor for up to  °C (300 °F) operating temperature • Bias output voltage:
•  mV/g sensitivity to optimize use in multiple applications –  V DC at  °C (77 °F)
• Exceptional bias voltage (BV) stability at elevated temperatures –  V DC at  °C (300 °F)
• Designed for exceptional low noise level over a wide temperature • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
range
• Captive mounting bolts (/- or M × .) provided
• Corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed for installation in high
humidity areas Dimensions
Recommended connector/cable assembly Side view

. mm . mm
Specifications MODEL CMSS2207
(1.20 in) (1.70 in)
S/N S00000
Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values . mm (0.25 in)
referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current
. mm
and  Hz. (1.05 in) /- mounting thread
. mm
(2.15 in)
Dynamic
• Sensitivity:  mV/g Top View
• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C (75 °F)
• Acceleration range:  g peak
Front View
• Amplitude linearity: ≤ %, up to full scale
Safety wire hole
• Frequency range: . mm (0.06 in)
– ±%: . to   Hz diameter
– ±%: . to   Hz
Bottom View Two pin
– ± dB: . to   Hz A B
connector
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal: . kHz + –
MIL-C-
• Transverse sensitivity, maximum: ≤ % of axial

+10 3
2
+5
1
0 0 B
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +150 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+300) 1 10 100 1k 10 k
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +300 °F) operating • Dimensions: See drawing
temperature • Weight:  g (5.1 oz.)
• Shock limit:   g peak • Mounting: M × . and /- captive socket head screws
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum: <  µg/gauss provided
• Base strain sensitivity:  µg/µstrain • Mounting torque: . Nm (30 in. lbs.)
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin, IP ,
ured peak to peak locking collar or twist lock
shielded, yellow
CMSS  Superior accelerometer, side exit with MIL-C-

two pin connector.
• /- and M Captive socket head screws provided. Calibration

certificate with the actual sensitivity is provided for each accelerome-
ter package. The normal sensitivity is etch on each unit.

Combination vibration and
temperature sensors
• CMSS T Industrial sensor, straight exit, acceleration and temperature
• CMSS T Industrial sensor, side exit, acceleration and temperature
• CMSS T- Superior sensor, straight exit, acceleration and temperature
• CMSS T- Superior sensor, ring mode, side exit, acceleration and temperature
• CMPT T Sensor for heavy-duty environments, side exit, acceleration and temperature
• CMPT T Sensor for heavy-duty environments, side exit, acceleration and temperature
CMSS 2100T CMSS 2200T CMSS 793T-3
CMSS 797T-1 CMPT 2310T CMPT 2323T

CMSS T Limited
Lifetime
Industrial sensor, straight exit, acceleration WARRANTY
and temperature
The CMSS T is a cost-effective, dual output sensor ideal for
light to medium-duty applications, where both vibration and surface
temperature measurements are required. The CMSS T is typi-
cally used in the following industries:
• Pulp and Paper C

• Automation
• Metals

Features
• Case isolation
• ESD protection
• Miswiring protection

• CMSS  series
Dimensions
. mm
(0.85 in) Three pin connector
Dynamic

• Acceleration range:  g peak
. mm
• Frequency range: (2.08 in) MODEL CMSS2100T
– ±%: . to   Hz S/N S00000
– ±%: . to   Hz / in hex
– ± dB: . to   Hz
/- mounting
hole
• Temperature output sensitivity: . mm
– ±. °C (±2.7 °F):  mV/°C (18 mV/°F) (0.75 in)
• Temperature measurement range:  to  °C (36 to 250 °F)
. mm A B
(0.87 in) C
. mm
(0.96 in)

+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
Electrical Physical

– Voltage source:  to  V DC • Weight:  g (3.2 oz.)
– Constant current diode:  to  mA • Case material: L stainless steel
• Electrical noise: • Mounting:
– Broadband: – Internal /- thread
○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg – M × . and /- to /- mounting studs provided
– Spectral: • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz • Connections:
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz – Pin A: Accelerometer signal/power
○   Hz:  µg/√Hz – Pin B: Accelerometer common
• Output impedance: <  Ω – Pin C: Temperature sensor signal
• Bias output voltage:  V DC • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, three pin,
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded IP , locking collar or twist lock
• Recommended cable: CMSS -SY-XXM, three conductor, triad
Environmental cable, single shielded, yellow
temperature
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain
ured peak to peak
CMSS T Industrial sensor, straight exit, acceleration and

temperature, with MIL-C- three pin connector.
• /- and M mounting studs provided. Calibration certificate with

the actual sensitivity is provided for each accelerometer package. The
normal sensitivity is etch on each unit.

CMSS T Limited
Lifetime
Industrial sensor, side exit, acceleration and WARRANTY
temperature
The CMSS T is a cost-effective, dual output sensor ideal for
light to medium-duty applications, where both vibration and tem-
perature measurements are required. The CMSS T is typically
used in the following industries:
• Pulp and Paper C

• Automation
• Metals

Features
• Measures both acceleration and temperature
• Low profile
• Rugged, corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed for installation
in high humidity areas
•  mV/g sensitivity to optimize use in multiple applications
•  mV/°C temperature output sensitivity Dimensions
• ESD protection
• M and /- captive mounting bolts provided
• Miswiring protection . mm
(1.04 in) MODEL CMSS2200T
Recommended connector/cable assembly . mm S/N S0000
• CMSS  series (1.19 in)

/ -  or M
mounting thread
Specifications . mm
(0.21 in)
. mm
(0.92 in)
Dynamic

• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C (75 °F) . mm
• Acceleration range:  g peak (1.00 in)
– ±%: . to   Hz . mm
(1.44 in) . mm
– ±%: . to   Hz
(2.10 in)
– ± dB: . to   Hz
• Resonance frequency, mounted, minimum:  kHz
Three pin connector
• Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial MIL-C-
• Temperature output sensitivity:
– ±. °C (±2.7 °F):  mV/°C (18 mV/°F) C A
B
• Temperature measurement range:  to  °C (36 to 250 °F)

+15 3
+10 2
+5 1
0
0
–5
–1
–10
–2
–15
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
Electrical Physical

– Voltage source:  to  V DC • Weight:  g (. oz.)
– Constant current diode:  to  mA • Case material: L stainless steel
• Electrical noise, equivalent g: • Mounting: /- and M x  captive hex head screw provided
– Broadband: – Black screw = M
○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg – Silver screw = /-
– Spectral: • Mounting torque: . Nm (30 in. lbs.)
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz • Connections:
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz – Pin A: Accelerometer power/signal
○   Hz:  µg/√Hz – Pin B: Accelerometer common
• Output impedance: ≤  Ω – Pin C: Temperature sensor signal
• Bias output voltage, nominal:  V DC • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, three pin,
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded IP , locking collar or twist lock
• Recommended cable: CMSS -SY-XXM, three conductors,
Environmental twisted pair, single shielded, yellow
• Temperature range: – to + °C (– to + °F) operating
temperature
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss
• Base strain sensitivity:  mg/µstrain
CMSS T Industrial sensor, side exit, acceleration and tem-

perature, with MIL-C- three pin connector.
• /- and M captive hex head screw provided. Calibration certifi-

cate with the actual sensitivity is provided for each accelerometer
package. The normal sensitivity is etch on each unit.

CMSS T- Limited
Lifetime
Superior sensor, straight exit, acceleration WARRANTY
and temperature
The CMSS T- is a higher precision accelerometer that also
offers an in-built measurement of the temperature of the mounting
point surface. The sensor is most applicable in the following
industries:
• Power Generation (Fossil, Nuclear, Hydro) – pumps and fans, C

where regulatory expectations may require a higher vibration
precision
The surface temperature measurement is good for rolling element

(anti-friction) bearing housings and small journal bearing housings.
Temperature measurements in large journal bearings should use
established measurement locations.
Electrical
Features Temperature sensor
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance systems, protection • Power requirements:
systems and all portable data collection instruments – Voltage source:  to  V DC
• Measures both temperature and acceleration – Constant current diode:  to  mA
• Rugged construction • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
• Hermetically sealed
• Case isolated
• ESD protection
• Miswiring protection

Dimensions
Three pin connector
Dynamic

/ in hex
• Acceleration range:  g peak . mm
• Amplitude linearity: % (2.42 in)
• Frequency range: . mm
(1.78 in)
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ±%: . to   Hz MODEL CMSS793T-3
S/N S00000 /-
– ± dB: . to   Hz mounting hole
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz
. mm
• Temperature output sensitivity: ±% of  mV/°K
• Temperature measurement range: – to + °C
(360 to +250 °F)
. mm
(1.00 in)

+10 3
2
+5
1
0 0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
Electrical Environmental
• Power requirements: • Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F)

– Voltage source:  to  V DC • Vibration limit:  g peak
– Constant current diode:  to  mA • Shock limit:   g peak
• Electrical noise: • Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss
– Broadband: • Sealing: Hermetic
○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg • Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain
– Spectral: • CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz Environment EN -
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz – Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level”
○   Hz:  µg/√Hz under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas-
• Output impedance: <  Ω ured peak to peak
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded Physical
• Dimensions: See drawing
NOTE: Each channel (acceleration and temperature) requires stand- • Weight:  g (4 oz.)
ard current powering for use with multiplexed sensors and data col- • Case material: L stainless steel
lector voltage inputs. Common leads are connected together inside • Mounting: /- tapped hole
the sensor. • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Connections:
– Shell: Ground
– Pin A: Power and accelerometer signal
– Pin B: Accelerometer, temperature common
– Pin C: Power and temperature signal
• Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, three pin,
IP , locking collar or twist lock
cable, single shielded, yellow
Connections
Piezofet Amplifier Pin A

Power and
accelerometer signal
Pin C
LM Power and CMSS T- Superior sensor, straight exit, acceleration and
CX
CZ temperature signal temperature, with MIL-C- three pin connector.
• /- and M mounting studs provided. A calibration certificate with

Pin B the actual sensitivity of the accelerometer is included in each pack-
Accelerometer return, age. The nominal sensitivity is etched on each unit.
temperature common

CMSS T- Limited
Lifetime
Superior sensor, ring mode, side exit, WARRANTY
acceleration and temperature

The CMSS T- is a higher precision accelerometer that also
offers an in-built measurement of the temperature of the mounting
point surface. The sensor is most applicable in the following
industries:
• Power Generation (Fossil, Nuclear, Hydro) – pumps and fans, C

where regulatory expectations may require a higher vibration
precision
The surface temperature measurement is good for rolling element Electrical

(anti-friction) bearing housings and small journal bearing housings. Accelerometer
Temperature measurements in large journal bearings should use
established measurement locations. • Power requirements:
– Voltage source:  to  V DC
– Constant current diode:  to  mA
Features • Electrical noise:
– Broadband:
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance systems, protection ○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg
systems and all portable data collection instruments – Spectral:
• Measures both temperature and acceleration ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Rugged construction ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Hermetically sealed ○   Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Case isolated • Output impedance: <  Ω
• Meets CE, EMC requirements • Bias output voltage:  V DC
• ESD protection • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded

Specifications
Dynamic
• Sensitivity:  mV/g Dimensions

• Acceleration range:  g peak Three pin connector
• Amplitude linearity: % MIL-C-
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ±%: . to   Hz
. mm . mm
– ± dB: . to   Hz (1.20 in) (1.70 in)
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz MODEL CMSS797T-1
• Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial S/N S00000

. mm (0.25 in)
• Temperature output sensitivity: ±% of  mV/°K
• Temperature measurement range: – to + °C
(360 to +250 °F) . mm /- mounting thread
(1.05 in)
. mm
(2.15 in)

+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 1 10 100 1k 10 k
Temperature sensor Physical

– Voltage source):  to  V DC • Weight:  g (4.8 oz.)
– Constant current diode), ):  to  mA • Case material: L stainless steel
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded • Mounting: /- captive socket head screw provided
• Mounting torque: . Nm (30 in. lbs.)
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F) – Shell: Ground
• Vibration limit:  g peak – Pin A: Power and accelerometer signal
• Shock limit:   g peak – Pin B: Accelerometer, temperature common
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss – Pin C: Power and temperature signal
• Sealing: Hermetic • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, three pin,
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain IP , locking collar
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial • Recommended cable: CMSS -SY-XXM, three conductor, triad
Environment EN - cable, single or double shielded, yellow
ured peak to peak higher level constant current source should be used when driving long
Connections
Piezofet Amplifier Pin A

Power and
accelerometer signal
Pin C
LM Power and CMSS T- Superior sensor, ring mode, side exit, acceleration
CX
CZ temperature signal and temperature, with MIL-C- three pin
connector.
Pin B • /- captive socket head screw provided. A calibration certificate

Accelerometer return, with the actual sensitivity of the accelerometer is included in each
temperature common package. The nominal sensitivity is etched on each unit.

CMPT T
Sensor for heavy-duty environments, side
exit, acceleration and temperature
The CMPT T is a physically rugged accelerometer that also pro-
vides a surface temperature measurement. The sensor is optimized
for use in heavy-duty environments such as the following industries:
• Mining
• Mineral Processing C
• Cement
In these industries, dust, mud and flying debris are commonplace, Specifications
together with low rotational speeds. When used on shakers and Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values
screens, the accelerometer must also withstand high levels of con- referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current
tinuous and random vibration. The sensor uses an integral cable with and  Hz.
stainless over-braid for mounting where protective conduit is not
available. Dynamic
Features • Sensitivity deviation over full temperature range: %, approxi-
mately –% at – °C (360 °F) and +% at + °C (+250 °F)
• For use with all SKF on-line surveillance systems • Acceleration range:  g peak
•  mV/g sensitivity • Amplitude linearity: < %, up to full scale
• Acceleration (mV/g) and temperature (mV/°C) • Frequency range:
• Physically rugged – +/- dB: . Hz to .kHz
• Meets CE, EMC requirements • Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial
• Low profile, side exit industrial accelerometer with M ×  and • Temperature sensitivity:  mV/°C
/- UNF socket head cap screws provided • Temperature sensor measurement range:  to  °C
•  m (16.4 ft.) integral cable with stainless steel over-braid (30 to 250 °F)
• Corrosion resistant and encapsulation sealed • Temperature precision: ±. °C (±2.7 °F)
• The internal sensor capsule is isolated from the machine ground • Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz
• Overload protected electronics Dimensions
. mm
. mm (1.86 in)
(0.55 in)
. mm (0.43 in)
. mm
(1.14 in)
Ø . mm
(0.17 in)
ACCEL signal /
supply WHITE
(1.34 in) S/N 000000
ACCEL/TEMP GND
(common) BLACK
TEMP signal high

RED (CMPT T
. mm only)
(0.83 in)
GND wire

Electrical Physical

 °C (77 °F) • Mounting: M ×  and /- UNF socket head cap screws
• Temperature range: – White: ACCEL signal/power
– Accelerometer measurement temperature range: – Black: ACCEL/TEMP signal ground (GND)
– to + °C (360 to +250 °F) – Red: TEMP signal high
ured peak to peak
CMPT T Acceleration and temperature sensor with  meter

(16.4 ft) integral braided cable, side exit.
CMPT Tx Acceleration and temperature sensor with  meter

(33 ft) integral braided cable, side exit.
CMPT Tx Acceleration and temperature sensor with  meter

(50 ft) integral braided cable, side exit.
• /- and M ×  socket head cap screws provided. Calibration sen-

sitivity is provided for each accelerometer package.

CMPT T
Sensor for heavy-duty environments, side
exit, acceleration and temperature
The CMPT T is a physically rugged accelerometer optimized for
• Mining
• Cement C
Specifications
screens, the accelerometer must also withstand high levels of continu- Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values
ous and random vibration. The sensor uses an integral cable with stain- referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current
less over-braid for protection in heavy-duty environments. and  Hz.
A higher sensitivity is used for detection of low amplitude signals in
slow moving equipment. Dynamic
• Sensitivity:  mV/g
Features • Sensitivity deviation over full temperature range: %, approxi-
mately –% at – °C (360 °F) and +% at + °C (+250 °F)
• For use with all SKF on-line surveillance systems • Acceleration range:  g peak
•  mV/g sensitivity • Amplitude linearity: < %, up to full scale
• Acceleration (mV/g) and temperature (mV/°C) • Frequency range:
• Physically rugged – +/- dB: . Hz to .kHz
• Meets CE, EMC requirements • Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial
• Low profile, side exit industrial accelerometer with M ×  and • Temperature sensitivity:  mV/°C
/- UNF socket head cap screws provided • Temperature sensor measurement range:  to  °C
•  m (16.4 ft.) integral cable with stainless steel over-braid (30 to 250 °F)
• Corrosion resistant and encapsulation sealed • Temperature precision: ±. °C (±2.7 °F)
• The internal sensor capsule is isolated from the machine ground • Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz
• Overload protected electronics Dimensions
. mm (1.86 in) . mm
(0.55 in)
. mm (0.43 in)
. mm
(1.14 in)
Ø . mm
(0.17 in)
ACCEL signal /
supply WHITE
(1.34 in) S/N 000000
ACCEL/TEMP GND
(common) BLACK
TEMP signal high

RED (CMPT T
. mm only)
(0.83 in)
GND wire

Electrical Physical

– Constant current diode:  mA at  V,  to  mA is permissible. – Sensor without cable:  g (7.4 oz.)
• Bias output voltage: . V DC, ±% for  V DC supply at  °C • Case material:  stainless steel
(77 °F) • Mounting: M ×  and /- UNF socket head cap screws
• Temperature range: – White: ACCEL signal/power
– Accelerometer measurement temperature range: – Black: ACCEL/TEMP signal ground (GND)
– to + °C (360 to +250 °F) – Red: TEMP signal high
ured peak to peak
CMPT T Acceleration and temperature sensor,  mV/g,

with  m (16.4 ft) integral braided cable, side exit.
CMPT Tx Acceleration and temperature sensor,  mV/g,

with  m (33 ft) integral braided cable, side exit.
CMPT Tx Acceleration and temperature sensor,  mV/g,

with  m (50 ft) integral braided cable, side exit.
• /- and M ×  socket head cap screws provided. Calibration sen-

sitivity is provided for each accelerometer package.

Hazardous area approved sensors
• CMSS A-IS / CMSS A-D Agency approved accelerometer, straight exit
• CMSS A-IS / CMSS A-M-IS / CMSS A-D / CMSS A-M-D Agency approved
accelerometer, side exit
• CMSS T-IS / CMSS T-D Agency approved sensor, acceleration and temperature, straight exit
D
• CMSS -CA / CMSS -EE Superior, agency approved accelerometer, straight exit
• CMSS -CA / CMSS -EE Superior, agency approved accelerometer, ring mode, side exit
• CMPT A / CMPT TA Mining Group  Intrinsically Safe accelerometer (IECEx / ATEX
certified)
• CMPT AC / CMPT ACT Mining Group  Intrinsically Safe accelerometer (IECEx ITA Aus-
tralia certified)
• CMSS V / CMSS V-CA / CMSS V-EE Industrial velocity sensor, straight exit
CMSS 786A-IS / CMSS 787A-IS / CMSS 786T-IS / CMSS 793V /

CMSS 786A-D2 CMSS 787A-M8-IS / CMSS 786T-D2 CMSS 793V-CA /
CMSS 787A-D2 / CMSS 793V-EE
CMSS 787A-M8-D2
CMSS 793-CA / CMSS 797-CA / CMPT 2310A / CMPT 2310AC /

CMSS 793-EE CMSS 797-EE CMPT 2310TA CMPT 2310ACT

CMSS A-IS / CMSS A-D Limited
Lifetime
Agency approved accelerometer, straight WARRANTY
exit
The CMSS A-IS / CMSS A-D is a cost-effective sensor for
use in hazardous areas typically found in the following industries:
• Oil and Gas

• Refining
• Petrochemicals

pumps, motors, fans and gearboxes. The CMSS A-IS is particu-
larly suitable for the SKF on-line surveillance and protection systems
since, in this case, no additional barriers are required for use in haz-
ardous areas.
Electrical
Features
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance systems and protec- – Voltage source):  to  V DC
tion systems when used with the appropriate safety barriers, – Constant current diode), ):  to  mA
accessories and/or methods as required by the particular hazard- • Electrical noise:
ous area classification – Broadband:
• Economical, top exit design ○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg
• Rugged, corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed – Spectral:
• Case isolated ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Meets CE, EMC requirements ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
• ESD protection ○   Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Reverse wiring protection • Output impedance: <  Ω
Recommended connector/cable assembly • Grounding: Case isolated (>  Ω at  V), internally shielded
Dimensions
. mm
Specifications (0.85 in) Two pin
connector
Dynamic

• Amplitude linearity: % . mm
(2.08 in) MODEL CMSS786A-IS
• Frequency range: S/N S00000
/ in. hex
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ±%: . to   Hz
/-
– ± dB: . to   Hz mounting hole
• Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial . mm
. mm A B
(0.87 in)
. mm
(0.96 in)

+10 3
2
+5
1
0 0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F) • Dimensions: See drawing D
• Vibration limit:  g peak • Weight:  g (3.2 oz.)
• Shock limit:   g peak • Case material: L stainless steel
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss • Mounting: /- tapped hole
• Sealing: Hermetic • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain • Connections:
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial – Shell: Ground
Environment EN - – Pin A: Power/Signal
shielded, yellow or blue

Agency approvals for hazardous area in excess of  °C (210 °F).
CMSS A-IS
Intrinsically Safe
Class I, Zone , AEx / Ex ia IIC; T
CSA

Class II, Division , Groups E, F, G
Class III, Division 
CSA
ATEX Zone 
II  G Ex ia IIC; T
Must be installed per drawing .

KEMA
CMSS A-D Ordering information

Non-incendive CMSS A-IS Agency approved accelerometer, straight exit
Class I, Division , Groups A, B, C, D (intrinsically safe (IS) rated).
Class I, Zone , Ex nA II;T
CSA CMSS A-D Agency approved accelerometer, straight exit
(non-incendive rated).
ATEX Zone 
II  G Ex nA II;T • Both models with MIL-C- style two pin connector. /- and
M mounting studs provided. A calibration certificate with the actual
Must be installed per drawing  sensitivity of the accelerometer is included in each package. The
KEMA nominal sensitivity is etched on each unit.

CMSS A-IS / CMSS Limited
A-M-IS / CMSS A-D / Lifetime
WARRANTY
CMSS A-M-D
Agency approved accelerometer with side exit
The CMSS A-IS / CMSS A-D is a cost-effective sensor for
use in hazardous areas typically found in the following industries:
• Oil and Gas

• Refining
• Petrochemicals

pumps, motors, fans and gearboxes. The CMSS A-IS is particu-
larly suitable for the SKF on-line surveillance and protection systems
since, in this case, no additional barriers are required for use in haz-
ardous areas.
○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg
– Spectral:
Features ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance systems and protec- ○   Hz:  µg/√Hz
tion systems when used with the appropriate safety barriers, • Output impedance: <  Ω
accessories and/or methods as required by the particular hazard- • Bias output voltage:  V DC
ous area classification • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
• Low profile, side exit design
Dimensions
• Case isolated
• Meets CE, EMC requirements / in. socket head
captive screw
• ESD protection
. mm
(1.04 in)
MODEL CMSS787A-IS
Recommended connector/cable assembly S/N S0000
. mm
• CMSS  series (1.48 in)
CMSS A-IS:
/ - mounting
Specifications . mm . mm

thread
(0.25 in) (0.92 in)
Dynamic CMSS A-M-IS:
M mounting thread
. mm
• Acceleration range:  g peak (1.00 in)
/ in hex
– ±%: . to   Hz . mm
– ± dB: . to   Hz (1.44 in) . mm
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz (2.10 in)
• Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial Two pin connector
• Temperature response: See graph MIL-C-
Electrical
A B
• Power requirements: + –
– Voltage source):  to  V DC
– Constant current diode), ):  to  mA
– Broadband:

+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.7 1 10 100 1k 10 k
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F) operating • Dimensions: See drawing D
• Shock limit:   g peak • Mounting: With . mm (0.06 in.) diameter safety wire hole
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss – CMSS A-IS: /- captive hex head screw provided
• Sealing: Hermetic – CMSS A-M-IS: M captive hex head screw provided
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Certifications: CE, CSA and ATEX (see table) • Connections:
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial – Shell: Ground
Environment EN - – Pin A: Power/Signal
shielded, yellow or blue

Agency approvals for hazardous area higher level constant current source should be used when driving long
CMSS A-IS ) A maximum current of  mA is recommended for operating temperatures
Intrinsically Safe
CSA

Class III, Division  Ordering information
CSA
CMSS A-IS Agency approved accelerometer with side exit,
ATEX Zone  intrinsically safe (IS) rated.
CMSS A-D Agency approved accelerometer with side exit,
Must be installed per drawing . non-incendive rated.
KEMA
• Both models with MIL-C- style two pin connector. /- cap-
CMSS A-D tive hex head screw. Calibration sensitivity is provided for each accel-
erometer package with nominal sensitivity etched on each unit.
Non-incendive
Class I, Division , Groups A, B, C, D CMSS A-M-IS Agency approved accelerometer with side exit,
Class I, Zone , Ex nA II;T intrinsically safe (IS) rated.
CSA CMSS A-M-D Agency approved accelerometer with side exit,
non-incendive rated.
ATEX Zone 
II  G Ex nA II;T • Both models with MIL-C- style two pin connector. M captive
hex head screw. A calibration certificate with the actual sensitivity of
Must be installed per drawing  the accelerometer is included in each package. The nominal sensitiv-
KEMA ity is etched on each unit.

CMSS T-IS / CMSS T-D Limited
Lifetime
Agency approved sensor, acceleration and WARRANTY
temperature, straight exit

The CMSS T-IS / CMSS T-D is a cost-effective, dual output
sensor ideal for applications where both vibration and surface tem-
perature measurements are required. The sensor is suitable for use
in hazardous areas typically found in the following industries:
• Oil and Gas

• Refining
• Petrochemicals

pumps, motors, fans and gearboxes. The CMSS T-IS is particu-
larly suitable for the SKF on-line surveillance and protection sys-
tems, and the CMSS T-D is suitable for the Machine Condition
Transmitters (MCT), as in both cases no additional barriers are
Electrical
required for use in hazardous areas.
– Voltage source:  to  V DC
Features – Constant current diode:  to  mA
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance systems and protec- – Broadband:
tion systems when used with the appropriate safety barriers, ○ . Hz to  kHz:  µg
accessories and/or methods as required by the particular hazard- – Spectral:
ous area classification ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Economical, top exit design ○  Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Rugged, corrosion resistant and hermetically sealed ○   Hz:  µg/√Hz
• Case isolated • Output impedance: <  Ω
• Meets CE, EMC requirements • Bias output voltage:  V DC
• ESD protection • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
Dimensions
Recommended connector/cable assembly . mm
(0.85 in) Three pin connector
MIL-C-
Specifications
Dynamic
. mm
• Sensitivity:  mV/g (2.08 in) MODEL CMSS786T-IS
• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C (75 °F) S/N S00000

/ in hex
• Acceleration range:  g peak
• Amplitude linearity: % /-
• Frequency range: mounting hole
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ±%: . to   Hz . mm
(0.75 in)
– ± dB: . to   Hz
• Temperature response: See graph . mm A B
(0.87 in)
• Temperature output sensitivity:
– ±. °C (±2.7 °F):  mV/°C (18 mV/°F)
• Temperature measurement range:  to  °C (36 to 250 °F) . mm
(0.96 in)

+10 3
2
+5
1
0 0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 0.5 1 10 100 1k 10 k
• Temperature range: – to + °C (360 to +250 °F) operating • Dimensions: See drawing D
• Shock limit:   g peak • Mounting:
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss – Internal /- thread
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Certifications: CE, CSA and ATEX (see table) • Connections:
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial – Pin A: Accelerometer signal/power
Environment EN - – Pin B: Accelerometer and temperature signal common
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level” – Pin C: Temperature sensor signal
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- • Mating connector: CMSS-LC or CMSS -TL, three pin,
ured peak to peak IP  locking collar or twist lock
cable, single shielded, yellow
Agency approvals for hazardous area
CMSS T-IS
Intrinsically Safe
CSA

Class III, Division 
CSA
ATEX Zone 
Must be installed per drawing .

KEMA
CMSS T-D Ordering information
Non-incendive CMSS T-IS Agency approved sensor, acceleration and tem-

Class I, Division , Groups A, B, C, D perature, straight exit, intrinsically safe (IS) rated.
Class I, Zone , Ex nA II;T
CSA CMSS T-D Agency approved sensor, acceleration and tem-
perature, straight exit, non-incendive rated.
ATEX Zone 
II  G Ex nA II;T • Both models with MIL-C- style three pin connector. /- and
M mounting studs provided. A calibration certificate with the actual
Must be installed per drawing  sensitivity of the accelerometer is included in each package. The
KEMA nominal sensitivity is etched on each unit.

CMSS -CA / CMSS -EE Limited
Lifetime
Superior, agency approved accelerometer, WARRANTY
straight exit
The CMSS -CA and CMSS -EE are superior acceleration
sensors with a top exit, two pin connector and agency approvals.
They are based on the CMSS  sensor specifications.
Features
• Agency approval
– CMSS -CA: Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
Class I, II, III, Division  certification
– CMSS -EE: ATEX Zone  intrinsically safe (IS) certification
• Ground isolated
• Rugged construction
humidity areas
• ESD protection
For more information about this hazardous area approved sensor,

refer to the section Industrial accelerometers for widespread applica-
tions († page ).
CMSS -CA CMSS -CA Superior, CSA approved accelerometer, straight

exit.
CMSS -EE Superior, ATEX approved accelerometer, straight
Must be installed per drawing  exit.
CSA
• /- mounting studs are provided for all models. A calibration cer-
CMSS -EE tificate with the actual sensitivity of the accelerometer is included in
each package. The nominal sensitivity is etched on each unit.
ATEX Zone 
II  G Optional accessories
Ex ia IIC T Ga (Ta = – to + °C (360 to +250 °F)
SIRA CMSS -MD Medium duty magnetic base
Must be installed per drawing .

CMSS -CA / CMSS -EE Limited
Lifetime
Superior, agency approved accelerometer, WARRANTY
ring mode, side exit

The CMSS -CA and CMSS -EE are superior acceleration
sensors with a side exit, two pin connector and agency approvals.
They are based on the CMSS  sensor specification.
Features
• Agency approval
– CMSS -CA: Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
Class I, II, III, Division  certification
– CMSS -EE: ATEX Zone  intrinsically safe (IS) certification D
• Rugged construction
humidity areas
• Case isolated
• ESD protection
For more information about this hazardous area approved sensor,

refer to the section Industrial accelerometers for widespread applica-
tions († page ).
CMSS -CA CMSS -CA Superior, CSA approved accelerometer, ring mode,
side exit.
CMSS -EE Superior, ATEX approved accelerometer, ring
Must be installed per drawing . mode, side exit.
CSA
CMSS -EE • /- captive hex head screws are provided for all models. A calibra-
tion certificate with the actual sensitivity of the accelerometer is
ATEX Zone  included in each package. The nominal sensitivity is etched on each
II  G unit.
Ex ia IIC T Ga (Ta = – to + °C (360 to +250 °F))
SIRA
Must be installed per drawing .

CMPT A / CMPT TA
Mining Group  Intrinsically Safe
accelerometer (IECEx / ATEX certified)
The CMPT A / CMPT TA models are piezoelectric acceler-
ometer sensors especially made for the monitoring of machinery
operating in hazardous mining environments. They are highly relia-
ble with their high shock limit, excellent thermal stability and mini-
mum mass loading effects.
The CMPT TA model sensors includes a precision integrated
circuit temperature sensor. The CMPT TA temperature output
voltage is linearly proportional to the temperature (°C) and does not
require external calibration or trimming to provide high accuracy
over the full  to + °C temperature range. Certified to the following standards
The CMPT A / CMPT TA sensors are encapsulation
sealed in a stainless steel body and have an integral stainless steel • IEC Standards for IECEx
wire over-braided cable. The sensors have low profile housing and a – IEC -:
side exit integral cable for use in a wide range of industrial applica- – IEC -:
tions where harsh operating conditions and limited mounting space • Essential Health and Safety Requirements for ATEX
prevail. The stainless steel and encapsulated construction makes – EN -:
them suitable in corrosive and wet environments. The sensor cable is – EN -:
double insulated and highly resistant to abrasion and wear. It has – EN :
excellent signal transmission characteristics, low capacitance, redun-
dant shielding and high mechanical durability. The transducer and
internal cable shield/ground are isolated from the sensor housing to Specifications
prevent ground loops.
The Intrinsic Safe CMPT A / CMPT TA sensors can be Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values
used with any Intrinsic Safe portable vibration data collector having referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current
the allowable terminal and isolation parameters, as defined in the and  Hz.
features section.
Features
• ATEX certification:
• I M  Ex ia I Ma (350 °C f Ta f +110 °C)
• IECEx certification: Ex ia I Ma (350 °C f Ta f +110 °C)
• IP  Dimensions
•  mV/g sensitivity
• CMPT TA includes an integral temperature sensor (10 mV/°C) . mm (1.86 in) . mm
(0.55 in)
• Rugged design, stainless steel encapsulation sealed sensor
housing
• Integral  m (16.4 feet) stainless steel wire over-braided shielded . mm (0.43 in)
cable . mm
• Straightforward sensor interface with color-coded cabling (1.14 in)
• Standard mounting techniques, utilizing a low profile side exit Ø . mm (0.17 in)
cable with recessed mounting screws
• Low noise, highly shock resistant, and overload protected ACCEL signal /
electronics CMPT2310A
supply WHITE
. mm
S/N 000000
(1.34 in) ACCEL/TEMP GND
(common) BLACK
(CMPT TA only)
Ø . mm GND wire
(0.83 in)

Sensor Accelerometer (CMPT A / CMPT TA) Physical
• Mounted base resonance:  kHz (nominal) • Dimensions: See drawing

• Sensitivity:  mV/g, ±%, nominal  Hz at  °C (72 °F) • Weight: Sensor with cable  g (14.5 oz.)
• Frequency response:  Hz to  kHz, ±%, . Hz to  kHz • Case material:  stainless steel
• Isolation: Base isolated • Sensing element/construction: PZT/Compression
• Acceleration output range:  g • Mounting: M x  ( mm long) and /– UNF (1.25 in. long)
• Transverse sensitivity: <% of axial socket head cap screws provided
• Accelerometer measurement temperature range: – to + °C • Mounting torque:  Nm (50 in. lbs.)
(358 to +230 °F) • Cable: Integral cable,  m (16.4 ft.)
• Wire specification: . mm (AWG ) stranded tin copper (seven
Sensor – Temperature (CMPT TA) strands at . mm each)
• Sensitivity:  mV/°C
• Temperature sensor measurement range:  to + °C Intrinsically Safe Requirements
(32 to +230 °F) • Cable: Integral cable,  m (16.4 ft.)
• Certificate details: Group I
Electrical – IECEx BAS ., Ex ia I Ma (– °C ≤ Ta ≤ + °C)
• Power requirements: – BaseefaATEX, I M  Ex ia I Ma (– °C ≤ Ta ≤ + °C) D
– Voltage source: + V DC nominal, + to + V DC • Terminal parameters: Ui =  V, Ii =  mA, Pi = . W
– Constant current diode:  mA DC at + V DC,  to  mA is •  V isolation: Units will pass a  V Isolation Test
permissible • Equipment: The equipment must be returned to the manufacturer
• Acceleration sensor electrical noise: < mg RMS broadband . Hz for maintenance or replacement
to . kHz – Address:
• Acceleration sensor bias output voltage: . V DC, ±% for + V SKF Condition Monitoring Centre (Livingston) Ltd
DC supply at  °C (77 °F)  Michaelson Square, Kirkton Campus,
• Over-voltage protection: Approximately  V DC Livingston, United Kingdom EH DP
• Reverse polarity (wiring) Protection
• Settling time:  seconds
• Output impedance:  Ohms maximum
• Case isolation: > Ohms at  V
Wire connections (CMPT A) Ordering information

• White: ACCEL signal/power (connected to constant current source)
Standard sensor,  m (16.4 ft.) configuration*
• Black: ACCEL signal ground (GND) Sensor with  m (16.4 ft.) integral cable, /- and M x  socket head
• Drain wire: Screen connected to internal shield (isolated from case) cap screws provided.
Wire connections (CMPT TA) CMPT A Sensor for mining industry, side exit and
acceleration.
• Wire connections (CMPT TA)
• White: ACCEL signal/power (connected to constant current source) CMPT TA Sensor for mining industry, side exit, acceleration
and temperature.
• Black: ACCEL signal ground (GND)
• Red: Temperature signal high  m (32.8 ft.) configuration*
• Drain wire: Screen connected to internal shield (isolated from case) Sensor with  m (32.8 ft.) integral cable, /- and M x  socket
head cap screws provided.
Environmental CMPT A- Sensor for mining industry, side exit and
acceleration.
• Storage temperature range: – to + °C (-58 to +230 °F)
• Vibration limit:  g peak CMPT TA- Sensor for mining industry, side exit, acceleration
• Shock limit:   g and temperature.
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum: < µg/  m (49.2 ft.) configuration*
gauss at  to  Hz Sensor with  m (49.2 ft.) integral cable, /- and M x  socket
• Emissions: EN --: head cap screws provided.
• Immunity: EN --: CMPT A- Sensor for mining industry, side exit and
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial Envi- acceleration.
ronment EN -
CMPT TA- Sensor for mining industry, side exit, acceleration
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level” and temperature.
* Calibration sensitivity is provided for each accelerometer package with nominal sensitivity
ured peak to peak etched on each unit.

CMPT AC / CMPT ACT
Mining Group  Intrinsically Safe
accelerometer (IECEx ITA Australia
certified)
The CMPT AC / CMPT ACT models are piezoelectric accel-
erometer sensors especially made for the monitoring of machinery
operating in hazardous mining environments. They are highly relia-
ble with their high shock limit, excellent thermal stability and mini-
mum mass loading effects.
The CMPT ACT model sensors includes a precision integrated
circuit temperature sensor. The CMPT ACT temperature output
voltage is linearly proportional to the temperature (°C) and does not
require external calibration or trimming to provide high accuracy Certified to the following standards
over the full  to + °C temperature range.
The CMPT AC / CMPT ACT sensors are encapsulation • IEC Standards for IECEx
sealed in a stainless steel body and have an integral stainless steel – IEC -:
wire over-braided cable. The sensors have low profile housing and a – IEC -:
side exit integral cable for use in a wide range of industrial applica-
tions where harsh operating conditions and limited mounting space
prevail. The stainless steel and encapsulated construction makes Specifications
them suitable in corrosive and wet environments. The sensor cable is
double insulated and highly resistant to abrasion and wear. It has Specifications conform to ISA-RP-. (-) and are typical values
excellent signal transmission characteristics, low capacitance, redun- referenced at  °C (75 °F),  V DC supply,  mA constant current
dant shielding and high mechanical durability. The transducer and and  Hz.
internal cable shield/ground are isolated from the sensor housing to
prevent ground loops. Sensor Accelerometer (CMPT AC / CMPT ACT)
The Intrinsic Safe CMPT AC / CMPT ACT sensors can be • Mounted base resonance:  kHz (nominal)
used with any Intrinsic Safe portable vibration data collector having • Sensitivity:  mV/g, ±%, nominal  Hz at  °C (72 °F)
the allowable terminal and isolation parameters, as defined in the • Frequency response:  Hz to  kHz, ±%, . Hz to  kHz
features section. • Isolation: Base isolated
• Acceleration output range:  g
• Transverse sensitivity: <% of axial
Features • Accelerometer measurement temperature range: – to + °C
(358 to +230 °F)
• IECEx certification: Ex ia I Ma (– °C ≤ Ta ≤ + °C)
• IP 
•  mV/g sensitivity Dimensions
• CMPT ACT includes an integral temperature sensor
( mV/°C) . mm (1.86 in) . mm
(0.55 in)
• Rugged design, stainless steel encapsulation sealed sensor
housing
• Integral  m (16.4 feet) stainless steel wire over-braided shielded . mm (0.43 in)
cable . mm
• Straightforward sensor interface with color-coded cabling (1.14 in)
• Standard mounting techniques, utilizing a low profile side exit Ø . mm (0.17 in)
cable with recessed mounting screws
• Low noise, highly shock resistant, and overload protected ACCEL signal /
electronics CMPT2310AC supply WHITE
. mm
S/N 000000
(1.34 in) ACCEL/TEMP GND
(common) BLACK
(CMPT TA only)
Ø . mm GND wire
(0.83 in)

Sensor – Temperature (CMPT ACT) Intrinsically Safe Requirements
• Sensitivity:  mV/°C • Cable: Integral cable,  m (16.4 ft.)

• Temperature sensor measurement range:  to + °C • Certificate details: Group I
(32 to +230 °F) – IECEx ITA .X, Ex ia I Ma (– °C to + °C)
• Terminal parameters: Ui =  V, Ii =  mA, Pi = . W
Electrical •  V isolation: Units will pass a  V Isolation Test
• Power requirements: • Equipment: The equipment must be returned to the manufacturer
– Voltage source: + V DC nominal, + to + V DC for maintenance or replacement
– Constant current diode:  mA DC at + V DC,  to  mA is – Address:
permissible SKF Condition Monitoring Centre (Livingston) Ltd
• Acceleration sensor electrical noise: < mg RMS broadband . Hz  Michaelson Square, Kirkton Campus,
to . kHz Livingston, United Kingdom EH DP
• Acceleration sensor bias output voltage: . V DC, ±% for + V
DC supply at  °C (77 °F)
• Over-voltage protection: Approximately  V DC
• Reverse polarity (wiring) Protection
• Settling time:  seconds D
• Output impedance:  Ohms maximum
• Case isolation: > Ohms at  V
Wire connections (CMPT AC)

• Drain wire: Screen connected to internal shield (isolated from case)
Wire connections (CMPT ACT)

• Red: Temperature signal high
• Drain wire: Screen connected to internal shield (isolated from case)
Environmental
Standard sensor,  m (16.4 ft.) configuration*
• Storage temperature range: – to + °C (-58 to +230 °F) Sensor with  m (16.4 ft.) integral cable, /- and M x  socket head
• Vibration limit:  g peak cap screws provided.
• Shock limit:   g
CMPT AC Sensor for mining industry, side exit and
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum: < µg/ acceleration.
• Emissions: EN --: CMPT ACT Sensor for mining industry, side exit, acceleration
and temperature.
• Immunity: EN --:
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial Envi-  m (. ft.) configuration*
ronment EN - Sensor with  m (32.8 ft.) integral cable, /- and M x  socket
head cap screws provided.
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- CMPT AC- Sensor for mining industry, side exit and
acceleration.
ured peak to peak
• IEC: , IP  (For climatic conditions, recommend to use conduit/ CMPT ACT- Sensor for mining industry, side exit, acceleration
hose over braided cable.) and temperature.
 m (49.2 ft.) configuration*

Physical Sensor with  m (49.2 ft.) integral cable, /- and M x  socket
• Dimensions: See drawing head cap screws provided.
• Weight: Sensor with cable  g (14.5 oz.) CMPT AC- Sensor for mining industry, side exit and
• Case material:  stainless steel acceleration.
• Sensing element/construction: PZT/Compression
CMPT ACT- Sensor for mining industry, side exit, acceleration
• Mounting: M x  ( mm long) and /– UNF (. in. long) and temperature.
socket head cap screws provided
* Calibration sensitivity is provided for each accelerometer package with nominal sensitivity
• Mounting torque:  Nm (50 in. lbs.) etched on each unit.
• Cable: Integral cable,  m (16.4 ft.)
• Wire specification: . mm (AWG ) stranded tin copper (seven
strands at . mm each)

CMSS V / CMSS V-CA / Limited
CMSS V-EE Lifetime
WARRANTY
Piezoelectric industrial velocity sensor,

straight exit
The CMSS V is a precision velocity sensor mainly for use in the
• Oil and Gas

• Refining
• Petrochemicals
Corporate standards and practices in these industries often require

the use of velocity transducers, and piezoelectric devices such as the
CMSS V eliminate the moving parts associated with self-gener-
ating velocity sensors (which will lead to degradation over time). The
CMSS V is an accelerometer with internal integration electronics
Electrical
in order to provide velocity as an output.
This series of sensor is one of the most long-standing models • Power requirements:
from SKF, with over  years of installed experience, together with a – Voltage source):  to  V DC
long track record of proven reliability. It is recommended for use – Constant current diode), ):  to  mA
when the vibration signal is to be used for machinery protection • Electrical noise:
applications, where a higher precision may be required. – Broadband:
Common applications would include API  standard monitoring – . Hz to  kHz:  µin./s
of pumps, fans and compressors. – Spectral:
○  Hz: . µin,/s/√Hz
○  Hz: . µin,/s/√Hz
Features ○   Hz: . µin,/s/√Hz
• Output impedance: <  Ω
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance systems and protec- • Bias output voltage:  V DC
tion systems when used with the appropriate safety barriers, • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
accessories and/or methods as required by the particular hazard-
ous area classification Dimensions
Three pin connector
• Case isolated MIL-C-
• Meets stringent CE, EMC requirements
• ESD protection
Recommended connector/cable assembly / in hex

. mm
• CMSS  series (2.42 in)
. mm
(1.75 in)
Specifications MODEL CMSS793V
S/N S00000 /-
Dynamic
mounting hole
• Sensitivity:  mV/in./s

• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C ( °F) . mm
(0.98 in)
• Velocity range:  in./s peak
– %: . to   Hz . mm
– ± dB: . to   Hz (0.98 in)
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz

+10 3
2
+5
1
0
0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +120 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) 2.5 10 100 1k 7k
Physical
• Absolute phase shift, nominal: > °
• Bias output voltage:  V DC • Dimensions: See drawing D
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded • Weight:  g (. oz.)
• Case material: L stainless steel
Environmental • Mounting: /- tapped hole
• Temperature range: – to + °C (– to + °F) operating • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
temperature • Connections:
• Vibration limit:  g peak – Pin A: Power/Signal
• Shock limit:   g peak – Pin B: Common
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µin./s/ • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin,
gauss IP  locking collar or twist lock
• Sealing: Hermetic • Recommended cable: CMSS -SY-XXM and CMSS
• Base strain sensitivity: . µin./s/µstrain -SB-XXM, two conductor, twisted pair, single shielded, yellow
• CE: According to the generic immunity standard for Industrial or blue
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg higher level constant current source should be used when driving long
measured peak to peak cables (please consult SKF).
in excess of  °C ( °F).
Agency approvals for hazardous area
CMSS V-CA

Must be installed per drawing .
CSA CMSS V Piezoelectric industrial velocity sensor, straight
exit.
CMSS V-EE • CMSS V-CA or CMSS V-EE agency approved intrinsically safe
(IS) version.
ATEX Zone 
II  G • All models with MIL-C- style two pin connector. /- mount-
Ex ia IIC T Ga (Ta = – to + °C (360 to +250 °F)) ing studs provided. A calibration certificate with the actual sensitivity
SIRA of the accelerometer is included in each package. The nominal sensi-
Must be installed per drawing . tivity is etched on each unit.

Special purpose sensors
Low frequency accelerometers
• CMSS L Low frequency accelerometer, straight exit
• CMSS L Low frequency industrial accelerometer, ring mode, side exit
CMSS 793L CMSS 797L

Low-frequency accelerometers
CMSS L Limited
Lifetime
Low-frequency accelerometer, straight exit WARRANTY
The CMSS L is an industrial accelerometer for higher precision

measurements at rotational frequencies as low as  r/min. These
speeds are most commonly found in the following industries:
• Power Generation (Wind Turbines)

• Pulp and Paper
• Petrochemicals
Applications include rotors, rolls and extruders. The CMSS L

combines high sensitivity (to reveal low amplitude signals) with a
narrow band of frequency response. The value of the high-pass fil-
tering within the sensor makes it ideal for use in specialized, low
speed analysis tasks using portable instruments or at specific meas- E
urement points on on-line systems. However, the low-pass filtering
makes the CMSS L unsuitable as a general purpose accelerome-
ter for rolling element bearing defect detection at more normal rota-
tional speeds.
Features
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance and protection sys-
tems and all portable data collection instruments
•  mV/g high sensitivity
• Ultra low-noise electronics for clear signals at very low vibration
levels
• Low-pass filtered to attenuate high frequencies Dimensions
• Hermetically sealed Two pin connector
• ESD protection MIL-C-

/ in hex
. mm
(2.42 in)
Specifications . mm
(1.78 in)
Dynamic
MODEL CMSS793L
S/N S00000 /-
• Sensitivity:  mV/g mounting hole
• Acceleration range:  g peak
. mm
• Amplitude non-linearity: % (1.00 in)
– ±%: . to  Hz
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ± dB: . to   Hz . mm
(1.00 in)
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz


+10 3
2
+5
1
0 0
–5 –1
–2
–10
–50 0 +50 +100 +150 –3
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+300) 0.2 1 10 100 1k 10 k
Electrical Physical

– Voltage source):  to  V DC • Weight:  g (5 oz.)
– Constant current diode), ):  to  mA • Case material: L stainless steel
• Electrical noise: • Mounting: /- tapped hole
– Broadband: • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
○ . Hz to  kHz: . µg • Connections:
– Spectral: – Shell: Ground
○  Hz: . µg/√Hz – Pin A: Power/Signal
○  Hz: . µg/√Hz – Pin B: Common
○  Hz: . µg/√Hz • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin,
• Output impedance: <  Ω IP , locking collar or twist lock
• Bias output voltage:  V DC • Recommended cable: CMSS -SY-XXM and CMSS
• Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded -DY-XXM, two conductor, twisted pair, single or double
shielded, yellow
Environmental
temperature higher level constant current source should be used when driving long
• Vibration limit:  g peak cables (please consult SKF).
• Shock limit:   g peak in excess of  °C (210 °F).
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss
• Sealing: hermetic
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain
ured peak to peak
CMSS L Low frequency accelerometer, straight exit.
• / - mounting stud provided. A calibration

data certificate with the actual sensitivity of the
accelerometer is included in each package. The
nominal sensitivity is etched on each unit.

CMSS L
Limited
Lifetime
Low frequency industrial accelerometer, ring WARRANTY
mode, side exit
The CMSS L is an industrial accelerometer for higher precision
measurements at rotational frequencies as low as  r/min. These
speeds are most commonly found in the following industries:
• Power Generation (Wind Turbines)

• Pulp and Paper
• Petrochemicals
Applications include rotors, rolls and extruders. The CMSS L

combines a high sensitivity (to reveal low amplitude signals) with a
narrow band of frequency response. The value of the high-pass fil- Electrical
tering within the sensor makes it ideal for use in specialized, low
speed analysis tasks using portable instruments or at specific meas- • Power requirements:
urement points on on-line systems. However, the low-pass filtering – Voltage source):  to  V DC
makes the CMSS L unsuitable as a general purpose accelerome- – Constant current diode), ):  to  mA
ter for rolling element bearing defect detection at more normal rota- • Electrical noise: E
tional speeds. – Broadband:
○ . Hz to  kHz: . µg
– Spectral:
Features ○  Hz: . µg/√Hz
○  Hz: . µg/√Hz
• Optimal for use with SKF on-line surveillance and protection sys- ○  Hz: . µg/√Hz
tems and all portable data collection instruments • Output impedance: <  Ω
•  mV/g high sensitivity • Bias output voltage:  V DC
• Ultra low-noise electronics for clear signals at very low vibration • Grounding: Case isolated, internally shielded
levels
• Low-pass filtered to attenuate high frequencies
• Hermetically sealed
• ESD protection

Dimensions
Specifications Two pin connector

MIL-C-
Dynamic
• Sensitivity:  mV/g

• Sensitivity precision: ±% at  °C (75 °F) . mm . mm
• Acceleration range:  g peak (1.20 in) (1.70 in)
• Amplitude non-linearity: % MODEL CMSS797L
S/N S00000
– ±%: . to  Hz . mm (0.25 in)
– ±%: . to   Hz
– ± dB: . to   Hz
. mm /- mounting thread
• Resonance frequency, mounted, nominal:  kHz (1.05 in)
• Transverse sensitivity: ≤ % of axial . mm

+10 3
+5 2
1
0
0
–5 –1
–10 –2
–50 0 +50 +100 +120
(–60) (+30) (+120) (+210) (+250) –3
0.2 1 10 100 1k 3.7 k
temperature • Weight:  g (5.2 oz.)
• Vibration limit:  g peak • Case material: L stainless steel
• Shock limit:   g peak • Mounting: /- captive socket head screw
• Electromagnetic sensitivity, equivalent g, maximum:  µg/gauss • Mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Base strain sensitivity: . g/µstrain – Shell: Ground
– Acceptance criteria: The generated “false equivalent g level” • Mating connector: CMSS -LC or CMSS -TL, two pin,
under the above test conditions should be less than  mg meas- IP , locking collar or twist lock
shielded, yellow

CMSS L Low frequency, industrial accelerometer, ring mode,

side exit.
• /- captive socket head screw provided. A calibration data certifi-

cate with the actual sensitivity of the accelerometer is included in
each package. The nominal sensitivity is etched on each unit.

Vibration sensor installation and
mounting requirements
Cabling requirements
Cabling is one of the most important aspects of vibration sensor
installation. As with sensors and monitoring equipment, money
saved by purchasing inferior components is usually a poor invest-
ment. Time and effort to troubleshoot problems related to poor
cabling can easily cost several times the cost of the original cable.
Furthermore, measurement results can be unreliable and inaccu-
rate, thereby defeating the purpose of the condition monitoring pro-
gram in the first place. Careful attention must be given to six major
cable considerations:
• Type
• Length
• Routing
Integral cables
• Grounding
• Anchoring Some vibration sensor models have a cable permanently fixed (or F
• Environment “integral”) to the sensor body.
As there is no connector, this has the advantage of reducing cost
and eliminating any doubt about connectors working loose over time
Cable type and introducing noise. This feature is suited to environments where
the cable may be exposed to high ambient vibration, such as on a
Vibration signals are dynamic, usually voltage-modulated and of low vibrating screen, or the sensor is on a moving body, such as a press.
amplitude (millivolts per engineering unit), thus the type of cable However, the integral cable brings with it significant maintenance
used is an important factor in determining the quality of the signals disadvantages. Should either the sensor or cable be damaged, the
that reach the vibration monitoring device. This is true for both hand- entire sensor and cable must be replaced. In applications where the
held and permanently mounted sensors, but typically the considera- sensor may need to be removed relatively frequently, such as with
tion is more important for permanently installed sensors, since the paper machine roll changes, then an integral cable complicates the
length of the cable is usually longer and, therefore, exposed to more procedure, particularly if a simple stud-mount has been used. In this
possible sources of noise. case, the cable will “coil up” and eventually break after repeated
High quality cable is recommended. In the context of vibration, changes (see the section on Mounting Requirements). Cable runs
“high quality” can be defined as twisted pair, shielded cable. The sen- greater than  to  m (16 to 33 ft.) should also be avoided – it intro-
sor power and signal are carried on individual wires and the cable’s duces costly installation rework in the event of a sensor change.
shield(s) is grounded at either the sensor or the vibration monitor
(see the section on Cable Grounding).
In general, coaxial cables are not recommended for use with
vibration monitors in an industrial environment. They are not rugged
enough and are susceptible to noise intrusion, since any type of noise
will be picked up on the coaxial cable’s shield and amplified along
with the signal.

Cable length
Length versus cable capacitance
All cables have a capacitance across their leads related to length.

Depending on the cable construction, this capacitance is generally
 to  pF/m (30 to 60 pF/ft.).
After the cable length has been determined, its effect on the sen-
sor installation should first be evaluated. This is particularly impor-
tant in intrinsically safe applications, where a maximum permissible
cable capacitance is required by the certifications of the hazardous
Connector and cable assemblies
area rated sensors and vibration monitoring device.
The most common and practical approach is to use a connector and Length/Capacitance also has an effect on performance. Capacitive
cable assembly with a vibration sensor. loading attenuates the high frequency output of accelerometers. For
This approach has the advantage of easy and quick sensor example, for a  pF/m multi-pair cable with  Ω/km resistance,
replacement or first installation without the need to disturb installed the effect of cable length on maximum frequency attenuation is
field cabling. The sensor can be stud-mounted without any cable “coil shown below.
up”, and cable runs up to  m (t) remain practical. Most SKF sensors
utilize a sturdy “MIL-style” connector – when correctly installed, Effect of cable length on maximum frequency attenuation
these connectors do not work loose over time.
Distance: sensor to online device Maximum frequency attenuation
SKF offers a range of connector/cable assemblies designed to
(kHz) in acceleration
withstand most industrial environments, from a simple fan to the hot
and wet environment of a paper machine dryer section.
 m (330 ft.) .
 m (984 ft.) .
Cable impedance  m (1 640 ft.) .
For monitoring vibration at higher frequencies or for applications
 m (2 296 ft.) .
requiring a cable to carry a signal over a long distance with minimum   m (3 281 ft.) .
loss and distortion, the characteristic impedance is possibly the most
important cable parameter.
The characteristic impedance (Zo) is the combined resistive and
reactive components of the cable’s resistance to the flow of electrons.
Its value depends on the type of conductors, their size, spacing, NOTE: Cable lengths for velocity transducers are less important
whether (and how tightly) they are twisted together and the type and since they are employed at low frequencies and contain filtering of
amount of insulating material used. acceleration components.
If there is a substantial mismatch between the characteristic
impedance of the transducer and the cable, or the cable and the The use of high quality, twisted pair(s), shielded cable can greatly
monitoring system, an electrical reflection will occur at the point of improve the quality and reliability of vibration measurements,
the impedance mismatch. This electrical reflection will distort both together with permitting the use of longer cable runs in the
signal strength and quality. Additionally, if there is a lack of control in installation.
the manufacture of the cable, then Zo can vary over the length of the
cable, causing electrical reflections, distortion and reduction in signal
integrity within the cable itself.
For these reasons, it is important to use high quality cable that is
matched to both the transducer and the monitoring system. With
SKF sensors and monitoring equipment, best results will be obtained
with signal cable having a characteristic impedance of  Ω.
Cable capacitance
All cables have capacitance across their leads; therefore, the capaci-
tance load on the output of the sensor increases with cable length.

Amplitude range versus cable capacitance
Cable routing
When the amplifier in the monitor drives a long cable, its perfor-
mance is limited by the current available from the Constant Current Cable routing and electromagnetic interference
Diode (CCD) to charge the cable capacitance at high frequencies. This
limits the amount of voltage swing from the amplifier and may Walkie-talkies, power lines or even electrical sparks may cause sig-
reduce the high frequency amplitude range. The reduction of the nal interference. The following guidelines will eliminate many meas-
amplitude range increases the sensor’s susceptibility to high fre- urement errors due to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and elec-
quency amplifier overload. This will cause signal distortion and pro- trostatic discharge (ESD):
duce erroneous signals at low frequencies. Sources of high frequency
overload could be gear impacts or the broadband hiss of a steam • Assure that high quality, well shielded cables are used; in such
release valve. SKF sensors are protected from distortion caused by environments, % shield coverage is necessary
moderate overloads. • If cable splices are made, shielding continuity must be maintained
• Never run sensor cable alongside AC power lines
SKF recommendations for cables • Cables must cross AC power lines at right angles  m (3 ft.) away
from the power line
Cable characteristic SKF recommendation
• Where possible, provide a separate grounded conduit to enclose
the sensor cable
Type Twisted pair(s) or triads, shielded • Where possible, route the cable away from radio transmission
Capacitance across leads <  pF/m (20 pF/ft.) equipment, motors/generators, transformers and other high cur-
rent charging conductors
Impedance  Ω for signal cable • Finally, avoid routing the cable through areas prone to ESD, except
Size (gauge)  to  AWG (American Wire in applications where it is unavoidable; for example, in the area
Gauge) around a paper machine, ESD cannot be escaped
Shield Braided or foil, single or double
shield Even though SKF sensors are protected against ESD failure, tempo-
rary signal distortion may appear at the monitor. Such signals usu-
Insulation As required by operating environ-
ment. A fluorine based polymer is
ally appear as an overload or a “ski-slope” shaped FFT (Fast Fourier F
standard. A fluoropolymer is rec- Transform).
ommended where fire retardation
or some radiation resistance is Cable routing and junction boxes
needed.
The practicalities of cabling result in the following typical
arrangement:
Powering versus cable length
Proper powering will reduce signal distortion in long cable applica- • Sensor and connector/cable assembly, typically  m (16.4 ft.)
tions. It is recommended that for cable lengths over  m (100 ft.), length
the constant current source should be  to  mA. In addition, the • Junction box, mounted on or near the machine skid
voltage source should be no less than  V for maximum amplitude • Multi-pair cabling to monitor, up to  m (1 640 ft.) in length,
range. Even when using very short cables, the current source should with or without intermediate marshalling junction boxes
be increased if amplifier overload signals are present or suspected.
The short connector/cable assembly is to facilitate sensor mainte-
nance without disturbance to field cabling. When designing, attempt
to minimize the number of physical connections per “wire loop”
between sensor and monitor – it reduces the number of potential
failure points, sources of interference and is less to check when com-
missioning or troubleshooting.

Cable grounding Dimensions
The purpose of having one or more shields around a pair of signal

lines is to reduce the coupling between the shielded signal line and
other signal lines and to reduce the intrusion of external noise. Doing
so protects the strength and fidelity of the signal of interest. Ground-
ing of shields, and the way in which they are grounded, has a
remarkable effect on their effectiveness. An improperly grounded
shield may actually be worse than no shield at all. In order to provide
proper shielding and prevent ground loops, cable grounding should
be carefully considered.
Ground loops Internal shield

isolated from casing
Ground loops are developed when a common line is grounded at two MODEL CMSS
S/N S00000
points of differing electrical potential; for example, a single shield is

connected to ground on the sensor and on the instrument side. Inad-
equate grounding results from not connecting the shield to any side.
As a first step to avoid ground loops, the signal, return and internal
shielding of all SKF sensors are isolated from the sensor casing
(housing).
Fig. 1. Electronic circuit isolated from sensor casing.
Cable and shield
The cable shield serves to protect the signal from ESD and EMI. As a
second step to avoid ground loops, the shield should be grounded at
only one point, normally either to the instrument or to the sensor
casing. All SKF instruments are designed to accommodate grounding
of the sensor cable shield at the instrument († fig. ).
Alternatively, it is possible to ground at the sensor side. Most of SKF’s
sensors are designed to allow for such a grounding scheme. Assum-
ing the sensor is stud-mounted to the machine and the machine is Dimensions
properly grounded, the shield is thus grounded to the machine
through the sensor, and the drain wire should not be connected to
ground at the instrument end († fig. ). Instrument
+ Signal
Non-isolated cable/connector assemblies – Common
Ground
Within a single-shielded cable/connector assembly, “non-isolated”
means the drain wire (and hence the shield) is connected to the sen- Cable shield connect to
sor casing († fig. ). instrument
Within a single-shielded cable/connector assembly, “isolated” Isolated cable shield
means the drain wire (and hence the shield) are not connected to the
sensor casing, and the drain wire must be connected to ground at
the instrument end († fig. ).
MODEL CMSS
S/N S00000
Double-shielded cable
When double-shielded cable is selected, then the outer shield is
non-isolated through the connector (to be grounded at the sensor Instrument ground
end only) and the inner shield is isolated (to be connected to ground
at the instrument end only) († fig. ). Hence, double-shielded cable
cannot be selected in conjunction with isolated cable connector
assemblies.
Fig. 2. Grounding at instrument side.
NOTE: Sensors mounted in hazardous areas should be installed and

grounded according to the installation drawings associated with their
certification.

Grounding at the machine
Dimensions
If the machine being monitored is well grounded and the transducer
has a case terminal, the shield can be connected there. If the
Instrument machine is not well grounded, or if there is no terminal available on
+ Signal the transducer, the shield should be connected to a good electrical
– Common ground point at the machine.
Ground
However, if a junction box is used at the machine being monitored,
it is acceptable practice to leave the shields open at the transducers
and electrically connect all of the shields together in the junction box.
Isolated cable A ground wire should then be run from the “daisy chained” shields to
shield
a good electrical ground at the machine being monitored.
Cable shield –
Some cables contain more than one individually shielded signal
connected to pair with the entire cable enclosed by an overall shield. In this case,
MODEL CMSS sensor casing the recommended practice is to ground the individual shields at the
S/N S00000
transducer and leave them open at the instrument. The overall shield
Sensor must should then be grounded at the instrument and left open at the
be grounded transducers.
If a junction box is used, the overall shield must be electrically con-
tinuous through the junction box and not connected to the other
shields.
If, when grounding at the sensor, EMI signals are found to affect
Fig. 3. Grounding at sensor side.
the vibration signal, a filtering capacitor (. µF,  V low loss)
should be placed between the shield and the grounded monitor. This
capacitor prevents the passage of low frequency ground currents,
yet diverts high frequency EMI signals to ground.
Sources producing high levels of electromagnetic noise (such as
radio transmitters, static discharge and motor bush arcing) may F
require a cable with dual isolated shields. In this configuration, the
outer shield is grounded to the sensor housing. The inner shield,
Dimensions which is electrically isolated from the outer, is grounded to the
transmitter.
Isolated outer shield
The double shielding allows electrical charges impressed on the
Instrument cable to be attenuated twice to minimize influence on the vibration
+ Signal signal. Similar to the previous configuration, it is recommended that
– Common a capacitor (. µF,  V low loss) be placed in the terminal box
Outer shield Ground
connected to between the inner and outer shields to maximize this protection.
sensor casing Inner shield
connect to instrument
NOTE: In all cases, it is very important that the cable shield be prop-
Isolated inner shield erly grounded. Failure to do so in high EMI/ESD environments can
result in damage to the sensor electronics.
MODEL CMSS
S/N S00000
Instrument ground
Sensor ground
Fig. 4. Grounding with double-shielded cable.

Cable anchoring
The cable should not be bent into a radius less than approximately
 mm (2.0 in.) and should be anchored to reduce stress at the cable Minimum Splash-proof
terminations. When securing the cable, leave just enough slack to distance connector
allow free movement of the accelerometer. Failure to leave enough . mm
(6.00 in)
slack will cause undue stress on the cable and dramatically influence
the sensor’s output († fig. ).
Silicone grease Cable clamp

When assembling any cable/connector to the vibration sensor, appli-
cation of a small amount of silicone grease to the pin contacts is rec-
ommended to ensure reliable operation over a long period.
Minimum Machine surface
Top exit or side exit clearance
. mm Splash-proof Attached to machine
The cable anchoring shown in fig.  also illustrates the different ori- (1.45 in) connector surface in motion Fixed
entations of accelerometer – a “top exit” or “side exit” sensor.
Top exit accelerometers have the connector axis in line with the
measurement and mounting axis, and are used most commonly on
small to medium bearing housings. Their main advantages are that
they can be fitted in narrow access locations. Their disadvantages are
that they provide ideal hand- and foot-holds, the small studs mount-
ing them to the machine cannot take high bending loads and the Fig. 5. Cable anchoring.
cable loops can also be entangled with other objects passing by dur-
ing maintenance.
Side exit accelerometers have the connector axis perpendicular to It is recommended that the cable be enclosed in appropriate steel
the measurement and mounting axis and are used most commonly or non-metallic protective conduit. In some applications, such as
on medium to large bearing housings. They have a cylindrical design those found in the mineral processing industry, there may be a high
with a central mounting hole through which a sturdy hexagon type chance of physical contact with flying process debris. In these
screw (for example socket head, captive mounting bolts) can be used instances, when protective conduit is not possible, then met-
to mount the sensor to the machine. Their main advantages are that al-braided (or “armored”) cable would be suitable.
they can be mounted flush to the surface, allowing the cable to be Other times, the need can arise to disconnect the cable connector
tied down, and they present a smaller foot- hold target. In addition, assembly from the sensor (for example for felt changes).
side-exit sensors can be detached from the machine without break- When Cable connector assemblies are disconnected from the sen-
ing the seal of the sensor cable connector assembly connection, sors, the connectors should not be left unprotected to the harsh
Their only disadvantage is a higher cost compared to top exit. environment. Corrosion and dirt will enter the connection, -even
when silicone grease is used. Best practices are to use the blue cap
that comes with the sensor to protect the sensor’s connector and to
Cable environment tie a small plastic bag, secured with a rubber band around the cable
connector when the connection is open.
In addition to the EMI/ESD environment discussed above, the heat, Most of today’s on-line systems can trend the bias voltage of the
humidity and general nature of the cable’s environment needs to be sensors, it should remain stable and unchanging. Shifting biases are
considered. linked to poor or contaminated connections, as do low frequency bias
On some machines, the location of the bearing may be at a tem- and contact noises. Look for corroded, dirty or loose connections.
perature well suited to the sensor, but the path of the cable back to Repair or replace the connection as necessary. Non-conducting sili-
the local junction box may well pass hot surfaces that exceed the cone grease should always be applied to connectors to reduce
rating of the cable. contamination.

Mounting requirements Handheld probe tip
The mounting configuration depends upon the dynamic measure- Handheld “stingers” are commonly used in walk-around monitoring
ment requirements, such as frequency and amplitude range. Other programs. The main task of any such program is basic screening and
factors to be considered are mounting location, prohibitions, accessi- seeking changes in trends, rather than absolute measurements.
bility and temperature. In general, there are four mounting Hence, the handheld method offers a fast and convenient way of
configurations: locating the sensor. The frequency attenuation experienced with the
method is still insufficient to affect the rotational vibration compo-
• Handheld probe tips nents of most machines. However, good operator training and dili-
• Magnets gence is required to ensure that measurements taken are reasonably
• Adhesives repeatable, and consideration must be given to any higher frequency
• Threaded studs measurements.
Because probe tips may have structural resonances in the fre-
The following table illustrates each method. A clear observation is quency range of interest, they should be made of steel and should
how the mounting method affects the frequency range that can be not exceed  mm ( in.) in length.
measured; the less rigid the method, the lower the maximum
frequency.
Magnetic mounting
Magnetic mounts are also popular in walk-around monitoring pro-
Frequency range based on mounting techniques grams. The method removes the variations associated with handheld
probes being applied by different users, and the frequency response
 is better, although still dramatically reduced when compared to stud
or adhesive mounts.
Magnetic mounts are available with flat surfaces for flat locations

or two pole configurations for curved surfaces. Ensuring the magnet

  
is firmly attached is vital for good measurements. F
Adhesive mounting
If a hole cannot be tapped properly into the machine, an adhesive
mount is recommended. The rigidity of an adhesive mount is very
Probe Two-pole Flat Adhesive Adhesive Stud dependent on the suitability of the adhesive used for the environ-
tip magnet magnet mounting ment and whether it has been applied in accordance to the manufac-
pad
turer’s instructions. An acrylic adhesive is the recommended adhe-
sive type.
Relative sensitivity (dB)
Mounting pads
30 4 5 6
When using an adhesive, the sen-
20 3 sor may be directly attached to the
2 machine or onto an adhesive
10 1
mounting pad. The adhesive
0 mounting pad is flat on one side
with a threaded stud on the other.
–10 After the pad is adhered to the machine, the sensor is torqued onto
the stud. A coupling fluid should be applied to the stud face that
–20
1 10 100 1k 10 k 100 k mates with the sensor. Use of an adhesive mounting pad is recom-
mended if repeated removal of the sensor is required.
Frequency [Hz]
NOTE: If the circuit grounding scheme requires the sensor case to
be grounded to the machine, then the installer must ensure that the
adhesive mounting pad is electrically grounded to the machine. If
grounding at the adhesive mounting pad is not practical, a suitable
option is to place a junction box between the sensor and the monitor.
The sensor shields can then be jumpered together and a common
ground established at the machine.

Motor fin mounts Pipe thread adapters
Motor fin mounts provide a mounting Pipe thread mounting adapters provide a mounting location for
location for either magnetically mounted either magnetically mounted or permanently mounted accelerome-
or permanently mounted accelerometers ters, but avoid the need to drill a hole in the machine and spot-face.
on motors. They are adhesive mounted They can make use of existing plugged holes on the machine.
between the cooling fins of the motor.
Quick connects
A “quick connect” assembly allows the
Threaded studs advantages of stud mounting to be
combined with repeated fitting and
The use of stud mounting results in the removal of the accelerometer, which is
widest frequency measurement range. most typically required in a walk-
It is recommended for permanent around monitoring program.
monitoring systems, high frequency
testing and harsh environments.
The mounting point on the structure
should be spot-faced . times greater
than the diameter of the mounting sur-
face of the sensor. For measurements
involving frequencies above  kHz, the surface should be flat within
 µm (0.001 in.) and have surface texture no greater than . µm
(32 µin.). The tapped hole must be perpendicular to the mounting
surface and at least two threads deeper than the stud. This will pre-
vent a gap between the sensor and the mounting surface, producing
optimum frequency response.
Proper screw torque on the mounting stud is also required.
Under-torque of the sensor reduces the stiffness of the coupling.
Over-torque can cause permanent thread damage to the sensor. The
following table shows recommended nominal mounting torques.
Stud mounting surface preparation
. µm > . × Sensor diameter

(32 µin) RMS
Surface finish
 µm
A
(0.004 in)
 µm
(0.001 in)
–A– “A”
“B”
Stud Stud size “A” Dimension “B” Dimension Torque
CMSS  - . mm . mm  Nm

(0.19 in.) (0.25 in.) (2.3 lbf. in.)
CMAC  /- . mm . mm  Nm

(0.25 in.) (0.35 in.) (2.7 lbf. in.)
/- captive . mm . mm  Nm
screw (0.25 in.) (0.35 in.) (3.4 lbf. in.)

Self generating velocity sensors
Maintenance considerations
These sensors wear out over time, as they contain moving parts. An
In general, piezoelectric accelerometers are almost mainte- annual sensitivity check is recommended.
nance-free, with only a small number of factors that need to be
remembered, as follows.
Summary
Sensitivity validation
Regular sensitivity validation (or “calibration”) is not usually a Vibration sensors are the initial source of machinery information
requirement. For example, the procedure is unnecessary in condition upon which productivity, product quality and personnel safety deci-
monitoring applications where changes in gross vibrations are being sions are based.
measured and extreme accuracy is not a concern. It is crucial that sensors be properly selected and installed to
If high accuracy amplitude measurements are required, sensor ensure reliable signal information. Procedures should be imple-
calibration should be verified once a year and can normally be done mented to monitor the performance of all measurement channels to
on-site by a qualified technician with a vibration generator/shaker further ensure the integrity of the vibration information base. Fol-
device. A piezoelectric accelerometer cannot be adjusted, so any vari- lowing this process will increase the effectiveness of your vibration
ation measured must be accommodated by adjusting the sensitivity monitoring program and improve productivity of plant personnel and
used by the monitor system. equipment.
Bias output voltage monitoring

A good indicator of accelerometer health can be found in its ”bias
output voltage”. The bias output voltage is the base DC voltage upon
which the AC vibration signal is carried and is typically around
 V DC.
A regular check of the bias output voltage, or a continuous trend in
an on-line system, can reveal deterioration in the electronics within
the sensor, which may be caused by the environment (such as tem-
perature). It can also flag damage to cabling. Complete absence of F
the bias output voltage will indicate a break in the cable or circuit.

CMSS -SY / CMSS -DY / CMSS -SB
CMSS -SY / CMSS -SB
Bulk cable: single or double shielded, yellow or blue jacket, twisted
pair or triads cables
SKF9s CMSS 94X-XXcables are premium sensor Two-wire cable assembly

cables providing superior performance in demanding
environments. Jacket Shield Drain wire Insulation Conductor
Description
CMSS  is a single or double shielded, twisted pair cable with the
conductors individually insulated with a fluorine based polymer, a
braided shield with drain wire and an outer insulated jacket also Filler
made of a fluorine based polymer. Two insulated conductors are
cabled together with one un-insulated drain wire and two glass cord
fillers. The double shielded option adds an inner shield of aluminum
polyester foil with drain wire.
The CMSS  cable has the same characteristics as the
CMSS  cable, except it is a three-wire version for use with dual
temperature and vibration sensors. This cable does not have a
double shielded option. There are two wire colors (jacket) available:
• Yellow: For high visibility in the often dusty and debris laden
industrial environment
• Blue: For use in intrinsically safe circuits in the Oil/Gas and
Hydrocarbon Processing industries
Recommended uses
The single shield cable is recommended for use with sensors in nor-
mal industrial applications where these cable types have been his-
torically used and installed.
The double shield cable is highly recommended for use with sen-
sors in industrial installations where there is a high noise field, such
as machine tools and power generating facilities.

Specifications (all models) – Color code:
○ Conductor: Black and white pair
Electrical ○ Jacket: Yellow (Y) or blue (B)
– Color code for CMSS :
• Capacitance: Approximately  pF/m (26 pF/ft.) ○ A = White = Acceleration signal/power
• Voltage rating:  /  V AC maximum continuous use ○ B = Black = Common
– Color code for CMSS :
Environmental ○ A = White = Acceleration signal/power
• Minimum bend radius:  mm (2.0 in.) ○ B = Black = Acceleration and temperature common
• Working temperature range: – to + °C (3110 to +390 °F) ○ C = Red = Temperature signal
• Heat and flame resistance: Non-flame propagating – Dimensions:
• Plenum rated ○ Jacket of single shielded cables: . mm, ± . mm
• Meets ROHS requirements (0.177 in., ±0.006 in.)
○ Jacket of double shielded cables: . mm, ± . mm
Physical (0.19 in., ±0.008 in.)
• Materials:
– Conductor: Tin plated copper,  ×  strands, size  AWG
(American Wire Gauge)
– Insulation: Extruded FEP
– Drain wire: Tin plated copper,  ×  strands, size  AWG
– Shield: Tin plated copper braid
– Jacket: Extruded FEP
CMSS -SY-M Two-conductor, twisted pair, single shield, yellow

cable with continuous cable length,  m (500 ft.) spool.
CMSS -DY-M Two-conductor, twisted pair, double shield, yellow
CMSS -SB-M Two-conductor, twisted pair, single shield, blue
CMSS -SY-M Three-conductor, triad, single shield, yellow cable
with continuous cable length,  m (500 ft.) spool.
CMSS -SB- Three-conductor, triad, single shield, blue cable
with continuous cable length,  m (500 ft.) spool.”

Connectors and toolkits
For on-site cable fabrication
Model number Description
Connector packs for cables with a twist lock connector
CMSS  series

CMSS -TL- Connector pack for CMSS  series cable, two pin, IP , twist lock, isolated and non-isolated, single and double shield,
quantity 
CMSS  series

CMSS -TL- Connector pack for CMSS  series cable, three pin, IP , twist lock, isolated and non-isolated, single shield,
quantity 
Connector packs for cables with a locking collar connector
CMSS  series

CMSS -LC- Connector pack for CMSS  series cable, two pin, IP , locking collar, isolated and non-isolated, single and double
shield, quantity 
CMSS  series

CMSS -LC- Connector pack for CMSS  series cable, three pin, IP , locking collar, isolated and non-isolated, single shield,
quantity 

Connectors and toolkits
For on-site cable fabrication (continued)
CMSS -K Toolkit for field installation

Toolkit for field installation for CMSS x series cable, IP  connectors, single and double shield (excludes connectors),
for  connectors
Each toolkit contains:
• Pin crimper
• Adhesive application gun
• Backshell crimper
•  Part Adhesive
• Pin insertion tool
• Mixing nozzle
• Cable stripper
• Wire stripper
F
CMSS -K Toolkit for field installation
Pin crimper
Cable stripper
Adhesive application gun
Wire stripper
Backshell crimper
 Part adhesive
Pin insertion tool
Mixing nozzle

CMSS  / CMSS 
Connector and cable assemblies for vibration
sensors
Using detailed knowledge acquired from many years of supplying
high quality sensors to a broad spectrum of industry users, SKF
offers rugged cable and connector assemblies for use with vibration
transducers employed in the Pulp and Paper, Petrochemical, Steel,
Mining and Construction, Metal Working and Machine Tool
industries.
The weakest part of any vibration monitoring system is the sensor
and field cabling. Selection of a quality sensor is the first important
CMSS 942 / CMSS 943 IP 68 cable connector assemblies with locking col-
step towards the integrity of a system, but equally important is the lar (top) and with twist lock (bottom).
choice of mating connector and cable.
Recommended uses
Features
The single shield cable is recommended for use with sensors in nor-
• For use with the SKF range of vibration sensors mal industrial applications where these cable types have been previ-
• Rugged, economical ously used and installed.
• Shielding for low-voltage dynamic vibration signals The double shield cable is highly recommended for use with sen-
• Proven, advanced styles of connectors sors in industrial installations where there is a high noise field, such
• Two levels of dust and water ingress protection as machine tools and power generating facilities.
For double shielded versions, the inner shield is isolated and the
outer shield is non-isolated.
Description
CMSS 
Specifications
The CMSS  is a cable connector assembly designed for use with Cables
piezoelectric vibration sensors that require high specification
shielded cable to maximize the quality of the signal transmitted to • Two insulated conductors are cabled together with one uninsu-
the monitoring system. lated drain wire and two fillers
The CMSS  is a two wire assembly, using a single or double
shield, twisted pair cable with the conductors individually insulated Materials
with a fluorine based polymer, a braided shield with drain wire and • Conductor: Tin plated copper,  ×  strands, size  AWG
an outer insulated jacket also made of a fluorine based polymer. (American Wire Gauge)
The double shielded option adds an inner shield of aluminum pol- • Insulation: Extruded FEP
yester foil with drain wire. There are two wire colors (jacket) available: • Drain wire: Tin plated copper,  ×  strands, size  AWG
• Shield: Tin plated copper braid
• Yellow: For high visibility in the often dusty and debris laden indus- • Jacket: Extruded FEP
trial environment • Molded boot: Black fluoroelastomer, offering better chemical
• Blue: For use in intrinsically safe circuits in the Oil/Gas and Hydro- resistance
carbon Processing industries • Adaptor / Locking rings: Stainless steel
CMSS 
The CMSS  has the same characteristics as the CMSS ,
except it is a three wire version for use with dual temperature and
vibration sensors.
All IP  connectors are heavy duty MIL-style, with sealing against
dust and water ingress. The stainless steel connectors are also physi-
cally protected by a fluoroelastomer “rubber boot” with SKF molded
logo for easy vendor identification.
At the other end, the cables are blunt cut, ready for installation in
field termination boxes.

Color code Connectors
• Conductor: Black and white pair MIL-style stainless steel connectors are designed for use with SKF
• Jacket: Yellow or blue sensors. There are two different styles of IP  connectors: twist lock
• Color code for CMSS : and locking collar.
– A = White = Acceleration signal/power With the twist lock connector, a quarter twist of the
– B = Black = Common fluoroelastomer boot locks the assembly into a tight fit.
• Color code for CMSS : The locking collar is a threaded connector that threads onto an
– A = White = Acceleration signal/power accompanying sensor adapter. It is recommended to secure the sen-
– B = Black = Acceleration and temperature common sor adapter to the accelerometer connector using thread lock
– C = Red = Temperature signal (Loctite).
Both provide excellent protection against dust and water, and
Dimensions achieved an ingress protection rating of IP .However, the connec-
• Jacket of single shielded cables: . mm, ± . mm tor/cable assembly with locking collar features an O-ring and metal
(0.177 in., ±0.006 in.) locking ring and is therefore more suitable for applications under
• Jacket of double shielded cables: . mm, ± . mm water.
(0.19 in., ±0.008 in.)
Definition of IP  (Immersion)
Electrical • No ingress of dust; complete protection against contact
• Capacitance: Approximately  pF/m (26 pF/ft.) • Suitable for continuous immersion in water depth greater than
• Voltage rating:  /  V AC maximum continuous use  m (3.3 ft.) when the connector and mating connector on the sen-
sor is assembled with silicone grease
Environmental
• Minimum bend radius:  mm (2.0 in.)
• Working temperature range: – to + °C (3110 to +390 °F)
• Heat and flame resistance: Non-flame propagating
• Plenum rated
• Meets ROHS requirements F
IP 68 sensor/connector/cable assembly with twist lock

(CMSS 942-TL).
IP 68 sensor/connector/cable assembly with locking collar

(CMSS 942-LC).

Cable assemblies The locking collar is a threaded connector that threads onto an
accompanying sensor adapter. It is recommended to secure the sen-
sor adapter to the accelerometer connector using thread lock
Industrial two pin accelerometer assemblies (Loctite).
for SKF on-line systems Both provide excellent protection against dust and water, and both
achieved an ingress protection rating of IP . However, the connec-
MIL-style stainless steel connectors are designed for use with SKF tor/cable assembly with locking collar features an O-ring and metal
sensors. There are two different styles of IP  connectors: an locking ring and is therefore more suitable for applications under
assembly with a twist lock and an assembly with a locking collar. water.
Description Description Compatible accelerometers
Locking collar cables
Locking collar, isolated CMSS C

CMSS -LCI-SY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, isolated, single CMSS C-M
shield, yellow cable,  m (16.4 ft.) length CMSS A-IS
CMSS A-IS
CMSS -LCI-SY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, isolated, single CMSS A-M-IS
shield, yellow cable,  m (32.8 ft.) length CMSS -CA
CMSS -EE
CMSS -LCI-SY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, isolated, single CMSS 
shield, yellow cable,  m (65.6 ft.) length CMSS L
CMSS V
Locking collar, non-isolated CMSS V-CA
CMSS -LCN-SY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, non-isolated, CMSS V-EE
single shield, yellow cable,  m (16.4 ft.) length CMSS 
CMSS -CA
CMSS -LCN-SY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, non-isolated, CMSS -EE
single shield, yellow cable,  m (32.8 ft.) length CMSS L
CMSS 
CMSS -LCN-SY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, non-isolated, CMSS 
single shield, yellow cable,  m (65.6 ft.) length CMSS 
CMSS -M
CMSS 
CMSS -LCN-DY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, non-isolated,
double shield, yellow cable,  m (16.4 ft.) length
CMSS -LCN-DY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, non-isolated,

double shield, yellow cable,  m (32.8 ft.) length
CMSS -LCN-DY-M Two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, non-isolated,

double shield, yellow cable,  m (65.6 ft.) length

Cable assemblies
Industrial three pin cable assemblies
Model number Description Compatible accelerometers
Locking collar cables
CMSS T-IS
Locking collar, isolated CMSS T-
CMSS -LCI-SY-M Three wire, IP  connector, locking collar, isolated, single CMSS T-
shield, yellow cable,  m (16.4 ft.) length CMSS T
CMSS T
CMSS -LCI-SY-M Three wire, IP  connector, locking collar, isolated, single CMSS T-D
shield, yellow cable,  m (32.8 ft.) length
CMSS -LCI-SY-M Three wire, IP  connector, locking collar, isolated, single

shield, yellow cable,  m (65.6 ft.) length

Mounting hardware
Accelerometer / Velocity sensor mounting hardware
CMAC  /- Threaded mounting stud (/- to /-)
Flanged sensor mounting stud, /- thread on both sides

. mm Material: Stainless steel
(0.18 in) Recommended mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
. mm Frequency response: Proper mounting on clean flat surface can achieve the specified
(0.36 in) frequency response of sensor
Ordering information:
CMAC - Threaded mounting studs (/- to /-), stainless steel, -pack
/-
CMAC  /- Adapter mounting stud (/- to M)
Flanged sensor mounting stud, adapts /- threads to M thread

Material: Stainless steel
. mm
Recommended mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
(0.19 in)
Frequency response: Proper mounting on clean flat surface can achieve the specified
frequency response of sensor
Ordering information:
. mm
(0.33 in) CMAC - Adapter mounting studs (/- to M), stainless steel, -pack
M ™ .
CMSS  /- Adapter mounting stud (/- to M)
Flanged sensor mounting stud, adapts /- tapped threads to M thread

. mm Recommended mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
(0.19 in) Frequency response: Proper mounting on clean flat surface can achieve the specified
frequency response of sensor
. mm
(0.19 in)
M ™ .
CMSS  Mounting stud (/- to -)

Sensor end -
Flanged sensor mounting stud, adapts /- tapped threads to - thread
Recommended mounting torque: . Nm (20 in. lbs.)
. mm Frequency response: Proper mounting on clean flat surface can achieve the specified
(0.12 in) frequency response of sensor
. mm
(0.32 in)
Structure end /-

Mounting hardware
Accelerometer / Velocity sensor mounting hardware (continued)
CMSS M Cementing stud with /- male
• Cementing studs for sensors with /- tapped threads

• Material: Stainless steel
• Recommended mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Frequency response: Flat up to about % of the specified response value using epoxy
or similar cement; flat up to about % of the specified response value using double-
sided tape
Note: To avoid sensor damage, always remove the sensor from the cementing stud first,
/- then remove the stud from the surface by means of a wrench using the flats provided.
Recommended with Loctite  adhesive gel (not included).

. mm
(1.00 in)
diameter
. mm . mm
. mm (0.18 in) (0.22 in)
(0.44 in) . mm
. mm (0.40 in)
(0.88 in) F
CMSS F Cementing stud with /- female
• Cementing studs for sensors requiring /- tapped mounting threads (see page 
for adapters to M. M and - thread accelerometers); includes key notch for
consistent triaxial axis orientation
• Recommended mounting torque: . Nm (24 in. lbs.)
• Frequency response: Flat up to about % of the specified response value using epoxy
or similar cement; flat up to about % of the specified response value using double-
. mm sided tape
(0.25 in)
. mm Note: To avoid sensor damage, always remove the sensor from the cementing stud first,
(0.16 in) then remove the stud from the surface by means of a wrench using the flats provided.
radius key
notch Recommended with Loctite  adhesive gel (not included).
. mm
(1.00 in)
diameter
/-
. mm . mm
(0.88 in) (0.50 in)

Mounting hardware
Accelerometer / Velocity sensor mounting hardware (continued)
CMSS QDB Quick connect/disconnect sensor mounting pads

CMSS QDP
CMSS QDP Mounting pads allow vibration technicians using such instruments as the SKF Microlog
on walkaround routes to quickly mount vibration sensors in less than one turn. This
quick mount design results in a decrease in mounting time as compared to the older
style threaded stud mounting pads.
Key benefits: Features:

• Decreased sensor mounting time by % • Constructed of corrosion resistant  stainless steel
• Eliminates wrist fatigue from repetitive twisting • Convenient cement mounting capability
• Combines ease and speed of a magnet mount with the • Accepts all /- compatible vibration sensors, including SKF’s low profile models
accuracy and repeatability of a permanent mount • Compatible with existing /- stud mount installations
• Ensures the repeatable, reliable vibration data of a • Easily removed to upgrade to permanent mount allowing the sensor to be directly
permanently mounted sensor attached to the same measuring point
• Prevents cable twisting
• Upgrades existing installations
CMSS QDB Quick connect adapter sensor base
• The CMSS QDB attaches easily to /- compatible sensors

• In walkaround data collection, the sensor can be attached in less than one turn to any
of the quick connect/disconnect mounting pads
• The CMSS QDB can remain on the sensor or be removed and reattached to
other SKF vibration sensors
CMSS QDP /- tapped hole Quick connect, threaded stud mounting pad
• The CMSS QDP is stud mounted to the measuring point or attached to an

. mm existing /- stud
(0.50 in) • Easy conversion to permanently mounted sensors
• Once the CMSS QDP is mounted, conversion to permanently mounted sensors is
quick and easy
. mm • By simply removing the pad and attaching an SKF vibration sensor to the existing
/- stud, sensor location and vibration data history remains reliable
(1.00 in)
CMSS QDP Quick connect, cement mounting pad
• The CMSS QDP is epoxied to the measuring point

. mm • Removable for upgrading to permanently mounted sensors
(0.50 in) • When upgrading to permanently mounted sensors, the cement pad can easily be
removed to allow a stud mounted sensor to be installed in the location
. mm Recommended with Loctite  adhesive gel (not included).

(1.00 in)

Mounting hardware
Magnetic bases
Magnetic bases for curved surfaces (CMSS -MD)
CMSS -MD is designed in a two-pole configuration for industrial vibration monitoring applications where flat
surfaces are rarely found. Each magnet is supplied with a /- mounting stud to allow compatibility with most SKF transducers.
Note: Two-pole magnet bases are not recommended for high-frequency measurements. To be used where other mounting methods
are not practical.
CMSS -MD
/- mounting hole
Medium-duty magnetic base for use in moderate conditions

• Pull strength:  kg (50 lbs.)
. mm • Mounting hole: /-
(0.75 in) • Dimensions: . mm (0.75 in.) height × . mm (1.40 in.) diameter
• /- mounting stud provided
. mm (1.40 in)

Product index
Model number Description Page
CMAC  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Threaded mounting stud (/- to /-). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMAC  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Adapter mounting stud (/- to M). .......................................................... 
CMAC -K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Triax accelerometer kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMPT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accelerometer for heavy-duty environments, integral, braided cable, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMPT A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mining Group  Intrinsically Safe accelerometer (IEXEcx / ATEX certified) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMPT AC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mining Group  Intrinsically Safe accelerometer (IEXEcx ITA Australia certified) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMPT ACT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mining Group  Intrinsically Safe accelerometer (IEXEcx ITA Australia certified) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMPT T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sensor for heavy-duty environments, side exit, acceleration and temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMPT TA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mining Group  Intrinsically Safe accelerometer (IEXEcx / ATEX certified) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMPT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accelerometer for heavy-duty environments, integral, braided cable, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMPT T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sensor for heavy-duty environments, side exit, acceleration and temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Small economical accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS C-M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Small economical accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS A-D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agency approved accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS A-IS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agency approved accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS T-D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agency approved sensor, acceleration and temperature, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS T-IS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agency approved sensor, acceleration and temperature, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS A-D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agency approved accelerometer with side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS A-IS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agency approved accelerometer with side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS A-M-D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agency approved accelerometer with side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS A-M-IS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Agency approved accelerometer with side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -CA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior, CSA approved accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -EE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior, ATEX approved accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Low frequency accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS T- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior sensor, straight exit, acceleration and temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Piezoelectric industrial velocity sensor, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS V-CA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Piezoelectric, CSA approved, industrial velocity sensor, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS V-EE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Piezoelectric, ATEX approved, industrial velocity sensor, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior accelerometer, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -CA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior, CSA approved accelerometer, ring mode, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -EE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior, ATEX approved accelerometer, ring mode, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS T- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Superior sensor, ring mode, side exit, acceleration and temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
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Product index (continued)
Model number Description Page
CMSS -MD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Medium duty magnetic base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cementing stud with /- female . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cementing stud with /- male . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS QDB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Quick connect adapter sensor base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS QDP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Quick connect, threaded stud mounting pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS QDP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Quick connect, cement mounting pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS --K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Toolkit for field installation for CMSS  series cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Connector and cable assemblies for vibration sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -LC series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Connector packs for CMSS  series locking collar cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -LCI-SY series . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cable: two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, isolated, single shield, yellow cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -LCN-DY series . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cable: two wire, IP  connector, locking collar, non-isolated, double shield, yellow cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -TL series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Connector packs for CMSS  series twist lock cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -DY series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bulk cable: double shielded, yellow, two conductor, twisted pair cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -SB series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bulk cable: single shielded, blue, two conductor, twisted pair cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -SY series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bulk cable: single shielded, yellow, two conductor, twisted pair cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Connector and cable assemblies for vibration sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -LC series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Connector packs for CMSS  series locking collar cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -LCI-SY series . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cable: three wire, IP  connector, locking collar, isolated, single shield, yellow cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -SY series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bulk cable: single shielded, yellow, three conductor, triad cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -SB series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bulk cable: single shielded, blue, three conductor, triad cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Industrial accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS F . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accelerometer with integral cable, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Industrial sensor, straight exit, acceleration and temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High temperature accelerometer, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accelerometer with integral, braided cable, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Accelerometer with integral, braided cable, straight exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Industrial accelerometer, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS -M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Industrial accelerometer, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Industrial sensor, side exit, acceleration and temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High temperature accelerometer, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS WIND-- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Small accelerometer with integral cable, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
CMSS WIND-- . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Small accelerometer with integral cable, side exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 
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• Low frequency response ≤ . Hz

CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS

• Low frequency response ≤ . Hz

CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS

CMSS CMSS CMSS

• Velocity and/or acceleration

CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS CMSS

• Very low frequency response (– dB at . Hz)

• Low frequency response ≤ . Hz

CMSS CMSS CMSS

CMSS 2100 CMSS 2200 / CMSS CMSS 2100F

CMSS 797 CMSS 793 CMSS 780C / CMSS

The CMSS  accelerometer is a good multi-purpose sensor. The

• Power Generation (Fossil, Nuclear, Hydro)

Recommended connector/cable assembly

Deviation, % sensitivity Deviation, dB

Temperature, °C (°F) Frequency, Hz

CMSS  Industrial accelerometer, straight exit with MIL-C-

• /- and M mounting studs provided. Calibration

• For corresponding cables, refer to the section Vibra-

Common applications include general purpose machines such as

– Spectral: (1.77 in) S/N S00000

Deviation, % sensitivity Deviation, dB

Temperature, °C (°F) Frequency, Hz

CMSS F Accelerometer with  meter (16.4 ft) integral

CMSS F- Accelerometer with  meter (33 ft) integral

CMSS F- Accelerometer with  meter (66 ft) integral

• /- and M mounting studs provided. Calibration sensitivity is

The CMSS  accelerometer is a good multi-purpose sensor. The

• Power Generation (Fossil, Nuclear, Hydro, Wind)

Deviation, % sensitivity Deviation, dB

Temperature, °C (°F) Frequency, Hz

CMSS  CMSS  Industrial accelerometer with side exit

• /- and M captive socket head screws provided.

CMSS CMSS -M Industrial accelerometer with side exit

• M x . captive socket head screw provided. Cali-

The CMSS  sensor is a higher precision accelerometer mainly for

• Oil and Gas

This series of sensor is one of the most long-standing models from

Recommended connector/cable assembly

Specifications Two pin connector

Intrinsically safe certification. Installation must be in accordance with

. mm / in. hex

Deviation, % sensitivity Deviation, dB

Temperature, °C (°F) Frequency, Hz

• Power requirements: • Dimensions: See drawing

Ordering information Agency approvals for hazardous area

CMSS  Superior accelerometer, straight exit. CMSS -CA

The CMSS  sensor is a higher precision accelerometer mainly for

• Oil and Gas

This series of sensor is one of the most long-standing models from

Recommended connector/cable assembly

Deviation, % sensitivity Deviation, dB

Temperature, °C (°F) Frequency, Hz

) To minimize the possibility of signal distortion when driving long cables

Agency approvals for hazardous area Ordering information

CMSS -CA CMSS  Superior accelerometer, side exit.

Common applications include general purpose machines such as

• Sensitivity:  mV/g

CMSS C Small economical accelerometer, straight exit with /-

CMSS Small economical accelerometer, straight exit with /-

• A calibration certificate with the actual sensitivity of