The Leine & Linde 850 shaft and 862 hollow-shaft encoders have been revised to meet these safety requirements by providing safe outputs for incremental encoders. The products are Certified for SIL2/PLd, Category 3 applications. Output signal validity is assured by comparing raw sensor signals to digital output states and validating that against the actual values […]
Encoders
Impressive when things get tough: Robust multiturn encoder Sendix M36R
Kübler is expanding its portfolio in the area of absolute multiturn encoders. The new Sendix M36 Series of magnetic multiturn encoders is complemented by an extremely robust variant. The harsh environment of mobile automation, wind power plants and maritime applications places particularly high demands on sensors. Sensors must withstand shocks, vibrations and temperature fluctuations. They […]
Lightweight modular rotary encoder for machine designers
HEIDENHAIN is meeting the market demand for high-speed, high-resolution modular rotary encoders for motion feedback with the launch of the ERO 2000 series encoder. The encoders’ special properties are that they have a very compact design, excellent signal quality and therefore high interpolation rates, as well as excellent thermal position stability. The introduction of this […]
New incremental encoder for functional safety from SICK
SICK’s new DFS60S Pro incremental encoder is a certified safety encoder that integrates safe motion into machine safety architecture. The DFS60S Pro incremental encoder is a Certified Safety Product up to SIL2 (IEC 61508), SILCL2 (EN 62061), PL d (EN ISO 13849), Category 3 (EN ISO 13849). When used with the MOC Drive monitor and […]
HEIDENHAIN launches North American web portal for motion control
HEIDENHAIN has a new home online for its motion control components with the launch of a redesigned and user-friendly web portal at www.heidenhain.us. Industries and applications categorized specifically on the new HEIDENHAIN web portal include machine tool, semiconductor, automation, metrology, electronics and medical. HEIDENHAIN’s product line includes linear scales, rotary and angular encoders, digital readouts, […]
POSITAL measuring wheels turn rotary encoders into linear position sensors
POSITAL’s new series of measuring wheel accessories for its IXARC family of rotary encoders turns them into linear position sensors. When one of the wheels is mounted on the shaft of an encoder, the result is an accurate and reliable instrument for measuring linear motion and position. The new measuring wheels are available in circumferences […]
Encoder Products Company’s New Online 3D configurator now available
Encoder Products Co. now offers a new online 3D Configurator tool for their most popular encoder models. The 3D Configurator lets users customize select encoders to fit the desired application, including packaging, robotics, motors, or any other application where motion control is needed. The 3D Configurator interface is intuitive and works in any web browser for […]
Baumer encoder line provides long-term operation, minimizes downtime
Baumer announces a line of optical incremental encoders designed to solve operational challenges in the ports industry. The HOG86 optical incremental encoder series is optimally designed for rugged environments and incorporates Baumer’s robust design that minimizes device damage due to vibration, shock, and shaft currents often experienced with other products. The encoders are failsafe in […]
Absolute ring encoder for angular motion feedback from HEIDENHAIN
HEIDENHAIN has introduced the next generation of their ERA 4000 incremental ring encoder, the ECA 4000 which includes absolute technology. With the ability to provide a direct upgrade path for existing ERA 4000 applications as well as new applications, HEIDENHAIN’s new ECA 4000 absolute series ring encoder offers several benefits and features for angular motion […]
Leine & Linde’s rotary encoders for harsh environments now with PROFINET
The Leine & Linde 900 rotary encoders series provides absolute position measurements needed in equipment used in harsh environments such as steel, oil & gas, transportation and construction industries. The latest addition to this product family is the PROFINET interface which has found broad application in the automation of heavy equipment. The inductive scanning principle […]