Use shorter cable lengths

Accelerometers are available with standard cable lengths of 10 meters (30 ft) and 30 meters (100 ft) . Because the cable is the most susceptible component of the measurement system, the best way to avoid the problem of EMI/RFI is to use shorter cable lengths.

When planning the installation, keep in mind that shorter cable lengths significantly improve immunity to EMI/RFI. Try to keep cable runs as short as reasonably possible. Even 3-meter cables have some susceptibility in the presence of high-intensity RF fields; it is strongly recommended that you consider other mitigating strategies discussed in this section even if you are using shorter cables.

Note: The leads on the sensor cables, as delivered, are specially prepared for ease of installation. Before attempting to cut the cables, be aware that cutting cables is associated with significant additional rework to correctly prepare the sensor for installation.