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Integrated
Mass
2nd AirflowGeneration
Generation/3rd Sensor (SIMAF)

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Our innovative sensors are helping customers meet increasing Reduction of emissions
global performance requirements and emissions regulations. The accuracy and dynamic measurement capability of this
The Siemens VDO Integrated Mass Airflow (SIMAF) Sensor is engine management component are crucial in reducing vehicle
used to measure the mass-flow of fresh air entering the engine. emissions.

Product application Operating principle


For gasoline engines, the mass airflow (MAF) measurement is The SIMAF sensor is based on the principle of a hot-film
used in combination with other sensor measurements to adjust anemometer.
the amount of fuel injected to the engine. For diesel engines,
the MAF sensor is used to control the exhaust gas recirculation Two sensing elements consisting of temperature dependent
(EGR) rate. In addition, the MAF sensor provides information metal film resistors are mounted in the sensor flow channel
for system diagnosis. and are connected in a bridge circuit. Sensing element RT
provides bridge tracking so that the flow sensing element RS
is heated to a fixed temperature offset relative to the incoming
Main advantages of new SIMAF concept air temperature.
I High system accuracy The electrical current required to maintain the fixed offset
I Design flexibility temperature of RS is a measure of the mass airflow and is
acquired by the sensor electronics as a voltage drop across the
I Exceptional reliability fixed bridge resistor R2.
I Lean design The sensor electronics conditions this signal into an analog
or frequency output signal delivered to the engine management
system.
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Integrated
Mass Airflow Sensor (SIMAF)
Product features

I Direct measurement of mass airflow


I Calibration using programmable ROM
I Wide measurement range
I Low pressure drop
I Short switch on time
I Signal output options:
frequency, analog, analog-ratiometric
I Hybrid technology:
ensures highest reliability of sensor electronics
I No moving mechanical parts: wear free SIMAF in-tube design Measurement simulation
I Optional flow conditioner
I Optional intake air temperature sensor
I Flexible connector designs
I Options: plug-in or in-tube design

Product benefits Operating principle

I Highest accuracy
I Long term stability due to our proven sensor technology
RS RT RS
I Pulsation compensation
RT
I Signal output options enable to serve all market standards
FLOW
R1 R2
I Resistant to contamination and adverse operating conditions
UFLOW
I Minimal dimensions and weight
I Fulfills toughest EMC requirements
control electronics
I Excellent dynamic response

10/2005 Availability and technical specifications are subject to change without notice
I Dynamic temperature stability
I System support for gasoline & diesel engine
management systems Product technical specifications

I IC-Type: DSP-based
Backflow compensation
programmable ASIC
Internal combustion engines with 4 or fewer cylinders often I calibration by: programmable ROM
develop high amplitude intake air oscillations. With an integrated
I number of calibration points: max. 9
flow channel this pulsation error can be compensated.
I sensor tolerance: 2%
The compensation is independent of system resonant
frequencies, temperature, air pressure, and intake manifold I backflow compensation: 5% for m < 200 %
length switching. I min. number of pins: 3
I response time: 63 % < 30 ms
I switch on time: 200 ms

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