Encoders for industrial automation

Encoders

Rotary encoders convert rotation into signals used to determine angular position, speed and direction. They are used on motors, conveyors, packaging machines and positioning systems. Incremental encoders provide pulses counted by the control system, whereas absolute encoders transmit a position code within their measuring range. Selection includes resolution, maximum speed, solid or hollow shaft, shaft diameter and mounting arrangement. HTL/TTL, SSI, CANopen or industrial Ethernet interfaces must be compatible with the receiving automation equipment.

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CONFIGURATOR

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01Application requirements

Encoder typeResolutionHousing / shaftOutput / interfaceConnection / protectionResolution format

Additional technical parameters

Flange type

02Electrical connection

Connection type

03Environment and constructionOptional

Housing / wetted material Protection rating Operating temperature

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IN PRACTICE

Typical applications

Shaft position

Measuring angle.

Conveyor speed

Rotational feedback.

Positioning

Motion control.

Material length

Measuring feed on cutting lines.

Rotary table position

Angular feedback for indexing.

Axis synchronization

Coordinated motion control.