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SICK’s New Compact, User-programmable DFS2X Incremental Encoders

October 7, 2013 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

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SICK announced the launch of the DFS2X line of programmable incremental encoders. These 16-bit encoders feature a compact, rugged mechanical design and a metal code disc that fits in nearly all applications. The DFS2X encoders offer shaft, blind hollow and through hollow versions in a small 2-inch housing, as well as a shaft version with […]

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Compact DBS36 and DBS50 Incremental Encoders Provide Reliable Feedback

July 17, 2013 By Stacy Combest Leave a Comment

SICK  announced the launch of the DBS36 and DBS50 incremental encoders. The 36 mm housing of the DBS36 and the 50 mm housing of the DBS50 provide a compact housing design that is ideal for applications with limited installation space. Their small size and low profile make the DBS36 and DBS50 ideal for providing reliable […]

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SICK introduces new IDpro platform for auto ID technologies

May 15, 2012 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

SICK (www.sick.com) has announced the release of its latest IDpro platform – a cross technology platform for auto ID technologies. Developed and manufactured under one umbrella, these technologies are created for continuous operator interfaces, connection options and process interfaces. With the company’s IDpro, the world of auto ID technologies is seamlessly connected with control technology […]

Filed Under: Fieldbuses, Networking + IoT, Sensors + Vision Tagged With: sick

SICK introduces A3M Absolute Multiturn Encoder

May 16, 2011 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

SICK (www.sick.com) has unveiled a robust, absolute multiturn encoder that offers the new A3M encoder – a 14-bit sigleturn and 17-bit multiturn or a total of 31-bit output. Integrated with a Profibus output, the encoder features absolute encoders that are native to it, even without an internal power source. Featuring internal electronics that are resistant […]

Filed Under: Absolute Encoders, Encoders Tagged With: sick

Hiperface DSL encoder interface simplifies servomotor connection

April 7, 2011 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

Sick (www.sick.com), a German encoder manufacturer, has unveiled a new digital interface technology that simplifies servomotor connection — the Hiperface DSL (digital servo link) encoder interface. The new interface enables one cable to carry both encoder signal and power. Motors now require a single connector only, which significantly reduces costs and cabling time. For safe […]

Filed Under: Encoders, Motors, Servo Motors Tagged With: servomotor, sick

Sick introduces new linear encoder for positioning robotics and machine tools

June 24, 2010 By Motion Control Tips Editor Leave a Comment

Sick (www.sick.co.uk) is proud to announce the release of its latest high-compact absolute linear encoder, the TTK70. It is designed as a motor feedback system for linear motors or for positioning machine tools and robotics. The high-performance magnetic encoder gives a very reliable alternative to fragile optical scales, with an accuracy of ± 10 microns […]

Filed Under: Encoders, Linear Encoders Tagged With: sick, ttk70

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