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AS5048 14-bit magnetic encoder ideal for noisy environment applications

For reliable and accurate angle measurements in various microcontroller-based applications, Austriamicrosystems (www.austriamicrosystems.com) has unveiled the AS5048 14-bit magnetic rotary encoder chip, which is designed with a PWM output and an I2C or SPI interface. The AS5048 enables for a one time programming of the zero position, using a simple... [Read more]

HEIDENHAIN unveils new EBI 1135 absolute inductive rotary encoder

Heidenhain (www.heidenhain.com) has introduced its latest EBI 1135 absolute inductive rotary encoder, catering to a growing number of applications that demand multi-turn variants of absolute encoders that are sturdy as resolvers yet low in cost, and provides features beyond those offered by resolvers. The company’s new encoder is integrated with the... [Read more]

Baumer unveils HOG 86 redundant optical incremental encoders

Baumer (www.baumer.com) has announced the release of its HOG 86 series of redundant optical incremental encoders, which are ideal for applications requiring reliable motor/generator feedback as well as speed and position control. The new encoders feature dies cast housing that offers C4 protection from corrosion. With IP66 rating, the encoders can withstand... [Read more]

SICK encoder comes with EtherNet/IP ports

SICK (www.sick.com) has introduced its first rotary encoders that feature a built-in Ethernet IP interfaces at the SPS/IPC/Drives show in Germany. The AFM60 multi-turn and AFS60 single-turn absolute encoders utilize the Ethernet interfaces to monitor networks and for diagnostics. Its integrated diagnostic functions include monitoring the internal temperature... [Read more]

Posital’s optical encoders feature a bit parallel interface

Posital (www.posital.com) has integrated a bit parallel interface to its range of OCD optical encoders, ensuring a reliable, fast transfer of angular position into higher level controllers. These make them suitable for use in remote regions, as they offer easy diagnosis options that come with simple tools. The OCD optical encoders are based on a single... [Read more]

Balluff’s new rotary encoder provides new level of positional information

Balluff (www.balluff.com) has announced that its latest S2E Rotary BML rotary encoder offers a new level of positional information, making it suitable for applications such as speed control, conveyors and angle measurement. Easy to set up and accurate, this rugged rotary encoder comes at a lower cost and is provides more effective improvement on traditional... [Read more]

BEI’s HS52 explosion proof rotary encoder revealed

BEI Sensors (www.beisensors.com) has unveiled a space-saving and ultra rugged industrial encoder that meets the required standards and certifications for use in potentially explosive environments. Model HS52 is the industry’s first ATEX and UL rated explosion proof hollow shaft encoder. This rotary encoder can be operated directly in Zone 1 and Division... [Read more]

Posital introduces a magnetic rotary encoder with hollow shaft design

Posital (www.posital.com) has announced that its Magnetocode (MCD) absolute rotary encoders now features a new hollow-shaft variant of the MCD encoder, making the devices easier to mount on shafts up to 20 mm in diameter. Featuring excellent accuracy, adaptability and reliability, the new devices are offered with digital or analog electrical interfaces.... [Read more]

ILF Technologies to showcase M3 Rotary Cutter at Graph Expo

ILF Technologies (www.ilftech.com), one of the world’s leading suppliers of web finishing solutions for converting and printing industries, has announced that it will present the ILF M3 “Cutting Edge” Rotary Cutter at the upcoming Graph Expo this September inChicago. Built for maximum uptime and make readies, the M3 Rotary Cutter is designed with... [Read more]

Siko AH36M rotary encoder features “teach-in-function”

Siko GmbH (www.siko.de) has proudly announced the release of a new rotary encoder that adapts to the application and not vice versa — the AH36M rotary encoder. With this principle, the company has taken a new direction in the rotary encoder segment, and has incorporated a magnetic analog absolute encoder that features a “teach-in-function” to... [Read more]

POSITAL offers new interface options for rotary encoders

POSITAL (www.posital.com) has announced that its Optocode (OCD) absolute rotary encoders now come with a new combined interface that allows simultaneous communication of both incremental and absolute position data. The company’s new interface is specifically developed to deliver cost effective and robust point-to-point communications between various... [Read more]

HS35 Programmable Encoders from Baumer Offer 60 Arcsecond Accuracy

Southington, Conn. – Baumer announces its new HS35 family of incremental hollow shaft encoders, including a fully programmable version, for heavy-duty positioning and speed-control applications. Available in an IP67 version, these rugged encoders withstand shocks up to 200g, high-pressure cleaning, and ambient temperatures from -40°F to +212°F.... [Read more]

New Illuminated Rotary Encoders from Cliff

Rotary encoders are widely replacing conventional analogue potentiometers for audio, instrumentation and industrial control functions as they offer more accurate, repeatable setting. Cliff’s rotary encoder range features LED illuminated spindles to provide visible indication of panel position or function. Standard LED colors available are blue,... [Read more]

Balluff Introduces new rotary encoder

Balluff’s new S2E Rotary BML rotary encoder provides a new level of positional information for applications such as conveyors, speed control, and angle measurement. Rugged, accurate, and easy to set up, Balluff’s rotary encoder is a lower cost, more effective improvement on standard rotary encoder designs. The basic design of the S2E consists... [Read more]

Low Profile Encoders from HEIDENHAIN

HEIDENHAIN Corporation now introduces new low profile incremental rotary encoders with block commutation tracks, especially suitable for use in small-dimensioned servo motors.  These new rotary encoders of the HEIDENHAIN 1000 and 1100 series come equipped with an industry-standard 35 mm housing diameter.These... [Read more]

Fast EtherCAT Encoders from Baumer

Southington, Conn. – Offering extremely fast cycle times of just 62 ms, Baumer’s  new high speed Absolute ATD EtherCAT Encoders deliver extremely fast positioning, speed control and motor feedback data to simplify communication between drives and control systems in multi-I/O equipment.  These compact encoders experience very little clock phase... [Read more]

Stainless Steel Rotary Encoders from AMCI

Terryville, CT – AMCI’s DuraCoder® brand encoders are now available with stainless steel housings and an IP69K rating for operation in the most extreme conditions. AMCI DuraCoders have a superior shaft load rating; providing a longer life cycle than other encoders. Many industrial applications require encoders that withstand a variety of... [Read more]

Pepperl+Fuchs introduces EVM58 Ethernet IP Encoders

TWINSBURG, OH – Pepperl+Fuchs introduces EVM58 Ethernet IP Encoders. Available in single or multi-turn configurations, these rotary encoders provide highly accurate absolute machine position or velocity feedback to the system controller via an industry-standard Ethernet/IP interface. Ethernet IP Encoders are also compatible with a variety of... [Read more]

Unique Rotary Ring Encoder from RSF

Tarsdorf, Austria – A new modular steel tape rotary encoder from RSF Elektronik is now available for measurement applications with diameters of 6 inches (150 mm) to 6 feet (~2 m). Named the MSR 40, this unique and versatile encoder is available in North America through HEIDENHAIN Corporation. Applications for this economical ring encoder... [Read more]

Kübler by TURCK Expands Encoder Line

Minneapolis, MN— Kübler by TURCK has expanded its encoder line to include the Sendix® 5006 2-inch incremental encoder, featuring a completely stainless steel housing and Viton® seals to resist corrosion and physical abuse in harsh plant environments. The Sendix 5006 incremental encoder can handle large fluctuations in temperature, from -40... [Read more]

High-resolution Magnetic Rotary Encoder

Unterpremstaetten, Austria – austriamicrosystems announces the AS5055 magnetic rotary encoder with automatic power-down and wake-up modes. Targeted for low-power battery operated applications such as robotics, the AS5055 is also well suited for other position sensing applications requiring small size and high resolution. The AS5055 integrates... [Read more]

Incremental Rotary Encoders from Pepperl+Fuchs

TWINSBURG, OH – Pepperl+Fuchs introduces MNI40 Incremental Rotary Encoders. The MNI40 is a robust magnetic, non-contact encoder with intelligent diagnostics suitable for a wide range of applications. The MNI40 delivers resolution up to 3,600 pulses per revolution at speeds up to 30,000 rev/min and operating temperatures from -40°C…+100... [Read more]

HEIDENHAIN’s 1000 Series Rotary Encoders

SCHAUMBURG, IL - Opening up the market for innovations in the automation, medicine and electronics equipment industries, HEIDENHAIN Corporation presents a new generation of rotary encoders with IP 64 protection, absolute position-value formation and functional safety, all within a 35 mm diameter housing size. These small rotary encoders are known as... [Read more]

ControlLogix Interface Communicates with EnDat Sensors

Terryville, CT – A direct interface to EnDat position encoders is now available for the 1756 ControlLogix PLC. The AMCI 7272 module is a digital, bidirectional interface for EnDat encoders, with features including latch inputs, onboard diagnostics, and read/write access. Utilizing Rockwell Automation licensed technology, the 7272 EnDat Interface... [Read more]

LEINE & LINDE Uses Early Warning System in Encoder Series

Strängnäs, Sweden – In order to avoid false diagnoses, costly downtime and prevent sudden failures of rotary encoders in modern machinery, LEINE & LINDE offers a unique integrated early warning system called ADS™ (”Advanced Diagnostic System”) in its 800 Series of rotary encoders. These specially equipped encoders are gaining attention... [Read more]

Stainless Steel Encoders from Leine & Linde

Strängnäs, Sweden – In consideration of machines and equipment used in harsh environments, Leine & Linde now offer stainless steel versions of all their measurement fieldbus encoders with shaft. Available interfaces are PROFIBUS, PROFINET, DeviceNet™ and CANopen.Conventional rotary encoders are not suitable for harsh environments where corrosive... [Read more]

Incremental Rotary Encoders from Pepperl+Fuchs

TWINSBURG, OH – Pepperl+Fuchs introduces RVS58S Incremental Rotary Encoders with integrated safety technology. RVS58S encoders with self-diagnostics are specifically designed for use in safety aligned systems up to SIL3 in accordance with IEC 61508, performance level “e” in accordance with IEC 13849, and Category 4 in accordance with DIN EN 954-1.... [Read more]

Leine & Linde Offers Robust Encoder with DeviceNet™

Strängnäs, Sweden – Leine & Linde is now introducing the availability of DeviceNet™ in the Leine & Linde 600 series, the highly robust ø 58 mm fieldbus encoder series. This support for fieldbus interfaces extends the range of applications for this already useful absolute rotary encoder.This Leine & Linde series supports 13-bit... [Read more]

Inductive Rotary Encoders for Resolver Systems

SCHAUMBURG, IL – The inductive rotary encoders of the HEIDENHAIN ExI 1100 series are now available in versions whose mating dimensions are the same as those of common types of resolvers. Depending on the respective applications and accuracy requirements, inductive or optical absolute encoders are now possible as high resolution alternatives to resolvers.... [Read more]

NorthStar HDN and HDP Shaft-less Encoders

Gurnee, IL – Dynapar announces the introduction of the NorthStar HDN and HDP series of shaft-less encoders. The new encoders feature true non-contact sensing technology that eliminates encoder shafts, bearings, and seals. As a result, the encoder is highly reliable, compact, completely sealed, and easy to integrate into existing applications.Coupling... [Read more]

World’s Smallest Rotary Encoder

MicroMo Electronics, Inc. announces the expansion of its encoder product line with the addition of its PA2-50. Leading the way again in miniature motor feedback development, MicroMo now provides a high-resolution, low current-draw optical encoder in a 6mm diameter package.Blending the best technologies, the PA2-50 expands possibilities for applications... [Read more]

Heavy Duty Fiber Optic Rotary Encoder

Newbury Park, CA – Micronor’s new MR316 ZapFREE™ Fiber Optic Rotary Encoder is designed for heavy duty, industrial motor drive applications requiring high reliability, EMI immunity, ATEX compliance, IP66 ingress protection and even operation in extreme temperatures. The sensor is size 90mm and features large 12mm Æ shaft and extra heavy duty... [Read more]

Avago’s AEDT-9140 Encoder Module Series

Avago Technologies announced a new series of compact three-channel high temperature optical incremental encoder modules for use in industrial and factory automation equipment. Avago’s AEDT-9140 encoder module series, which are available in a variety of counts per revolution (CPR) and shaft diameter options, are priced competitively and designed to... [Read more]