Active wheelspeed sensor

Introduction

This active wheelspeed sensor is a Type B sensor (12V) which is triggered by a ferrous
metal passing the sensor head e.g. a bolt head. An LED illuminates each time the sensor
detects a ferrous metal trigger. The sensor will work with a sensing gap between 0.4mm
and 4.0mm.

The sensor is usually mounted close to the centre of the wheel. When fitted to a
motorcycle the wheelspeed sensor can be mounted to either the front or rear wheels.

Failure to have the minimum clearance from other steel objects causes the sensor to
register a rotation even though the trigger target has moved out of range. On the other
hand, if the working distance is too great, the sensor will miss triggers, especially at high
speeds.

The trigger used to activate the wheelspeed sensor should have a surface approximately
the same size as the head of the sensor, and be at least 4.0mm away from other metal
objects.

The sensor can either be mounted in a threaded block, or with a sheet metal bracket.
Make sure the sensor does not vibrate or touch the trigger when the vehicle is driven.

Installation

When installing the wheelspeed sensor:

■ use the loc knuts provided to secure the sensor: the maximum torque
is 4Nm;
■ ensure that the sensor will not be in constant contact with water, fuel or oil;
■ make sure that the sensor will not be affected by heat soak;
■ make sure that all of the triggers clear the sensor face by at least the
minimum sensing distance;
■ try not to place the sensor near sources of electrical interference
i.e. ignition coils, plug leads, ECMs, and alternators.

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Dimensions

M8 x 1 Sensing gap:
LED thread 0.4mm to 4.0mm
(0.015” to 0.157”)

43.00 ferrous metal

1900.00 (1.70”) trigger
(75.00”)

Dimensions in millimetres and (inches)

Connector details Specifications

Pin Lead Function Description Value

1 Blue Ground Sensing distance 0.4mm to 4.0mm

2 Black Signal Output voltage 0–12V
3 Brown Power Operating temperature range +10°C to +60°C
Weight 50 grams
Environmental IP65
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Ordering information
Sensor connector Mating connector

3-pin Sure-Seal 3-pin Sure-Seal Product Part number

Wheelspeed sensor 4mm 21A-0144

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