We asked encoder manufacturers to weigh in on the trends they’re seeing in their industries. Here’s what they had to say. What new design trends are you seeing in areas such as robotics, battery powered designs, automated vehicles, and safety in motion control designs? Jonathan Dougherty Product Specialist HEIDENHAIN HEIDENHAIN rotary encoders are critical components […]
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New SRP direct drive from HEIDENHAIN with integrated motor and sensing delivers smooth motion
Now SRP series integrated direct drives from HEIDENHAIN integrate MRP series angle-encoder modules with ETEL torque motors having very low detent torque. These direct drives deliver smooth motion control for exacting positioning and measuring tasks.Precision rotary axes are complex, which is why integrated designs with tested and specified properties (instead of those made by machine […]
HEIDENHAIN to spotlight encoders for automation at SPS IPC Drives show
At the upcoming SPS IPC Drives show on November 28-30, HEIDENHAIN will be presenting encoders designed specifically for the requirements of the robotics, medical technology, and drive technology industries. At the show, HEIDENHAIN will present the ECI 4000 absolute inductive rotary encoder for hollow shaft diameters of 180 mm. Not only is this encoder robust […]
HEIDENHAIN’s magnetic spindle encoder now with functional safety
HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION has made improvements to its ERM 2200 and 2400 series of magnetic modular angle encoders with Functional Safety in mind. The ERM series has long been used by machine manufacturers around the world In keeping with the growing trend requiring “Functionally Safe” axes (an EU standard) on machines, HEIDENHAIN has improved its ERM […]
New angular positioning system for metrology and micromachining from HEIDENHAIN
The new SRP 5000 angular positioning system from HEIDENHAIN incorporates its high accuracy MRP 5000 angle encoder with accomplished bearing technology along with a unique ETEL torque motor with ultra-low detent torque. This combination allows for high stiffness with low cost of ownership and can easily replace rotary air bearing systems used for metrology. Industries […]
Applied Motion partners with HEIDENHAIN, RENCO on new StepSERVO integrated motors
HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION has partnered with Applied Motion Products, Inc. in the development of their StepSERVO™ integrated motors for high performance motion control applications. Using HEIDENHAIN’s RENCO brand RCML 15 rotary encoder inside, StepSERVO offers the next evolution in step motor technology, combining the high torque capabilities of step motors with the closed loop dynamic control […]
TI collaborates with HEIDENHAIN to add EnDat interface to industrial drive control system-on-chip (SoC)
HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION announced that it is working with Texas Instruments (TI) in the development of the semiconductor industry’s first microcontroller (MCU) using the HEIDENHAIN EnDat 2.2 interface as an option. TI’s C2000TM MCU industrial drive control System-on-Chip (SoC) delivers a complete solution with a direct connection for industrial motor and servo drives, supporting both analog […]
HEIDENHAIN’s improved grid encoder for testing CNC machines
HEIDENHAIN’s family of KGM grid encoders have been improved to better meet the needs of CNC-controlled machine users who require accuracy testing. Now the KGM 281 grid encoder is available with a measuring range of 140 mm and an increased accuracy of ±1 µm. As part of HEIDENHAIN’s KGM grid encoder series, the 281 model’s […]
Latest motion control advances showcased on HEIDENHAIN TV
From jet planes to laboratory equipment, today’s life-changing technologies require ultimate accuracy, and now HEIDENHAIN TV on YouTube is available to the public offering over 100 videos highlighting its latest advances in the highest of accurate precision measurement and motion control equipment. For more than 125 years, HEIDENHAIN has delivered trusted motion solutions behind the […]
HEIDENHAIN now offers CNC for auxiliary axes
HEIDENHAIN now offers the PNC 610 control system for auxiliary axes for modular expansion of the TNC hardware. The independently working PNC 610 enables machine tool builders to realize modular and scalable automation solutions for handling workpieces and tools in order to respond to the end users’ respective requirements in an optimum manner. Auxiliary axes […]
