GS-14

GS-14 Geophone

PRODUCT DETAILS

The GS-14 is a miniature, self-generating velocity detector designed for vibration monitoring in rugged environments. It withstands extreme shock with no change in performance characteristics. The GS-14 has been used as a reliable component in sonobuoys, smart fuses, and intrusion-detection systems.

Physical Specifications

PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GS-14-L3
GS-14-L9
Orientation
Omni
Omni
Moving Mass
2.15 g (0.076 oz)
2.15 g (0.076 oz)
Inertial Mass
2.15 g (0.076 oz)
2.15 g (0.076 oz)
Diameter
1.68 cm (0.66 in.)
1.9 cm (0.75 in.)
Height
1.73 cm (0.68 in.)
1.82 cm (0.73 in.)
Weight
19 g (0.67 oz)
27 g (0.95 oz)
Operating & Storage Temperature Range
–40 to +85°C (–40 to 185°F)
–45 to +100°C (–49 to 212°F)
Shock
5000 G
1000 G

Electrical Specifications

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
GS-14-L3
GS-14-L9
Frequency
28 Hz *
28 Hz *
Spurious Frequency
N.S. / N.A.
N.S. / N.A.
Distortion at Vertical
N.S. / N.A.
N.S. / N.A.
Coil Resistance
570 Ω *
1500 Ω *
Open-Circuit Sensitivity
11.42 V/m/s (0.29 V/i/s)
23.62 V/m/s (0.60 V/i/s)
Sensitivity at 70% Damping
N.S.
N.S.
Open-Circuit Damping
18%
31%

*Other frequencies and resistances available.