BL Series Microphones

Product Features
Piezo-ceramic Microphone High Sensitivity Flat and Band-pass Frequency Response High Resistance to Mechanical Shock Three Package Options Used in Sound Level Meters Used as a Low Cost Reference Microphone

The BL series microphones are rugged, stable, and versatile. BL microphones are available in three different package sizes: standard, thin, or inch cylindrical shell and cable assembly. Both communication and broadband frequency response versions are offered. In addition, BL microphones have high vibration sensitivity, and may be used as accelerometers.

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BL Series Microphone Specifications

Element Outline Drawings
Thick Case OKn Signal Port Location Model BL-1670
0.81 (0.032) Diameter
1.57 (0.062)

Thin Case 12S Signal Port Location Models BL-1681, BL-1785

7.92 (0.312) maximum

7.92 (0.312) Maximum 5.59 (0.220) Maximum 1.35 (0.053) 2.28 (0.090) maximum 1.4 (0.055) Outer Diameter

5.59 (0.220) maximum 4.14 (0.163) maximum

1.35 (0.053)

Negative Terminal

Output Terminal

Positive Terminal

0.64 (0.025) Maximum Solder Buildup

Negative Terminal

Output Terminal

Positive Terminal

0.64 (0.025) Maximum Solder Buildup

Thick Case 12S Signal Port Location Model BL-1671

1.57 (0.062)

Test Condition

Standard

Source Follower

7.92 (0.312) Maximum

8.2k 3.0VDC 47k Output

5.59 (0.220) Maximum 1.35 (0.053) 4.14 (0.163) maximum 1.4 (0.055) Outer Diameter

1.3VDC Red + White External Circuitry

Output 8.2k 3.0VDC 47k Output

Black

Negative Terminal

Output Terminal

Positive Terminal

0.64 (0.025) Maximum Solder Buildup

External Circuitry

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The information contained in this literature is based on our experience to date and is believed to be reliable and subject to change without notice. It is intended as a guide for use by persons having technical skill at their own discretion and risk. We do not guarantee favorable results or assume any liability in connection with its use. Dimensions contained herein are for reference purposes only. For specific dimensional requirements consult factory. This publication is not to be taken as a license to operate under, or recommendation to infringe any existing patents. This supersedes and voids all previous literature.

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BL Series Microphone Specifications

Cylindrical Outline Drawings
Cylindrical Package with Flying Leads Model BL-3497 Nominal weight 13 grams
9.70 (0.382) Minimum Inside Diameter 25.4 (1.0) 3.2 (0.126)
Green Red White Black

12.7 (0.5) Diameter 6.35 (0.25) Minimum 34.29 (1.35)

Cylindrical Package with Cable Model BL-1994 Nominal weight 27 grams

9.70 (0.382) Minimum Inside Diameter 25.4 (1.0) 3.2 (0.126)
White Red Black

Shield
3.53(0.139) Maximum Cable Diameter

12.7 (0.5) Diameter

6.35 (0.25) Minimum

965 (38.0)

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AMERICAS: Knowles Acoustics 1151 Maplewood Drive Itasca, IL 60143 U.S.A. Phone: 630-250-5930 Fax: 630-250-5932 EUROPE: Knowles Acoustics York Road, Burgess Hill West Sussex, RT15 9TT England Phone: 441-444-235432 Fax: 441-444-872772 JAPAN: Knowles Acoustics Kyodo Bloom Building 19-1 Miyasaka 2-Chome Setagaya-Ku, Tokyo 156, Japan Phone: 81-3-3439-1151 Fax: 81-3-3439-8822 ASIA: Knowles Acoustics 5F, No. 129, Lane 235, Bauchiau Rd Shindian City, Taipei 231, Taiwan Republic of China Phone: 886-2-8919-1799 Fax: 886-2-8919-1798
The information contained in this literature is based on our experience to date and is believed to be reliable and subject to change without notice. It is intended as a guide for use by persons having technical skill at their own discretion and risk. We do not guarantee favorable results or assume any liability in connection with its use. Dimensions contained herein are for reference purposes only. For specific dimensional requirements consult factory. This publication is not to be taken as a license to operate under, or recommendation to infringe any existing patents. This supersedes and voids all previous literature.

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BL Series Microphone Specifications

Model Chart
Outline Drawing + Response (Legend) Thick Case OKn Thick Case 12S Thin Case 12S Thin Case 12S Cylinder w/cable Cylinder w/leads Amplifer "A" Weighted Current Noise (1kHz Drain equivalten SPL) dB SPL max (A max.) 50 50 50 160 160 160 32 32 34 34 34 34

Model BL-1670 BL-1671 BL-1681 BL-1785 BL-1994 BL-3497

Test Circuit Standard Standard Standard Source Follower Source Follower Source Follower

DC Supply Voltage 1.3 1.3 1.3 3 3 3

Output Impedance (ohms) Min. Nom. Max. 8000 8000 8000 ---13000 13000 13000 4000 4000 4000 22000 22000 22000 ----

Frequency Response
Sensitivity in dB relative to 1.0V/0.1 Pa (N/m2)

-35 -40 -45 -50 -55 -60 -65 -70 -75

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 100 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1000 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10000
FREQUENCY IN HERTZ

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AMERICAS: Knowles Acoustics 1151 Maplewood Drive Itasca, IL 60143 U.S.A. Phone: 630-250-5930 Fax: 630-250-5932 EUROPE: Knowles Acoustics York Road, Burgess Hill West Sussex, RT15 9TT England Phone: 441-444-235432 Fax: 441-444-872772 JAPAN: Knowles Acoustics Kyodo Bloom Building 19-1 Miyasaka 2-Chome Setagaya-Ku, Tokyo 156, Japan Phone: 81-3-3439-1151 Fax: 81-3-3439-8822 ASIA: Knowles Acoustics 5F, No. 129, Lane 235, Bauchiau Rd Shindian City, Taipei 231, Taiwan Republic of China Phone: 886-2-8919-1799 Fax: 886-2-8919-1798
The information contained in this literature is based on our experience to date and is believed to be reliable and subject to change without notice. It is intended as a guide for use by persons having technical skill at their own discretion and risk. We do not guarantee favorable results or assume any liability in connection with its use. Dimensions contained herein are for reference purposes only. For specific dimensional requirements consult factory. This publication is not to be taken as a license to operate under, or recommendation to infringe any existing patents. This supersedes and voids all previous literature.

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