Chassis & Safety Division

Chassis Position Sensor

CPS 2

CPS 2

General Description Application

The CPS 2 is an angular sensor developed by Continental, The CPS is primarily used for measuring the movement of the
fol-lowing the first generation of CPS with first SOP end of wheels/axle in relation to the chassis. This principle can be
2017. This sensor has a cost optimized and lean design used for chassis control systems, active damping control and
which combines the experience and knowledge from our head-lamp leveling.
previous Ride Height and Pedal Angle Sensors.
Key Features
The design is very robust because the electronics are fully ›› Hall-Principle (angular)
separated from the mechanical functions. Thus the sensor is ›› Measuring range: Standard 4 x 90°
sealed from any possible environmental damage. ›› Customer specific 360°
programmable Resolution 12bit /90°
The angular Hall IC allows a full 360° measurement range ›› Free programmable offset
which is programmable according to customer requirements, ›› 2 threaded bushings
e. g. 4 x 90°, 3 x 120°, etc. ›› Qualified for automotive systems
›› Safety compliance: ASIL A
The signal can be analog with PWM or PSI5 output. ›› Electrical interfaces: analog, PWM or PSI5 (v2.1 and v1.3)
Especially, the PSI5 option covers high safety requirements
and special features (internal calculation of angular speed). Chassis Control Applications
›› Headlight leveling according to ECE regulations
The standard version of the CPS sensor is equipped with a ›› Advanced front lighting (AFL) systems
directly attached 3-pin MLK connector, but in case of ›› Ride height control
space restrictions a different connector type or lever ›› Active suspension systems
design is possible as well. ›› Inclination and pitch control
Performance Characteristics Electrical Characteristics
› Sensor type CPS 2 Parameter Min. Typ. Max.
*According to
› Measurement range Programmable › Supply voltage* 4,7 V 5 V 5,25 V
PSI5 standard,
› Offset Programmable › Supply current* 15 mA
V1.33
› Sensitivity Programmable › Operating temperature -40 °C +125 °C
› Output range for analog 0,5 V – 4,5 V › Overvoltage 18 V
› Offset error (total error) ± 2 % › Reverse polarity* 16 V

Mechanical Characteristics 45,3 16,7

› Case material PBT + 30 % GF HR
› Weight < 25 g
› Protection class IP6K9K (with mating
connector mounted)
› Mounting method Fixed with 2 x M 5 screws
› Connector type 3 pin TYCO MLK
Terminals SN, 0,63 x 1,2 mm 50

› Length 66,1
with connector 66.0 mm
› Height 45.3 mm 46
› Height
without ball joint 27.2 mm
› Width 34.1 mm 32
› Distance fixtures 32.0 mm
27,1 34,1

Additional Information
Directive 2000/53/EC
The CPS sensor complies with the requirements
of the Directive 2000/53/EC which specifies the
use of lead and other hazardous substances in
electrical components and modules for automotive
applications.

Mounting Position
The CPS fulfills the requirements resulting from
a mounting in the wheel house, e. g. high
tempera-ture, mechanical vibration, ice water.

Exemplary illustration of a vehicle installation

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