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# What should we pay attention to when installing an inclination sensor?

## Installation of inclination sensor

Installation of sensor with one measurement axis - vertical :

- The reference surface on the underside of the sensor has to be perfectly vertical.
- Deviations from this position can be compensated over pin "Centering device (calibration)".

Centering is possible over the whole range of 360° in vertical position.

 

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Installation of sensor with two measurement axis - horizontal axis:

- The reference surface on the underside of the sensor has to be perfectly level.
- Deviations from this position can be compensated over pin "Centering device (calibration)".
- Centering range is limited to ±5° departing from horizontal position.

 

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