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Performance Specifications




   Measurement Range / Travel
 
     The full range of travel that can be encoded. Sometimes, a single model of encoder can have selectable or configurable ranges.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Encoder Resolution
 
     Encoder resolution is the smallest degree of distance measurement that an encoder can make. This specification can often be set or configured to different values with the same encoder.
 
   Search Logic:      User may specify either, both, or neither of the "At Least" and "No More Than" values. Products returned as matches will meet all specified criteria.
   Encoder Accuracy
 
     Rated accuracy of encoder, including considerations such as linearity, hysteresis, temperature, etc.
 
   Search Logic:      All matching products will have a value less than or equal to the specified value.
Encoder Characteristics




   Encoder Reading:       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Absolute
 
     Absolute encoders provide a unique output signal for each mechanical position. They retain their position after power-down without requiring a home cycle. 
 
   Incremental
 
     Incremental encoders provide output signals that repeat over the revolution. They do not retain their position after power-down since the outputs signals are not unique to any particular position.
 
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   Encoder Technology:       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Optical
 
     Incremental linear counting is achieved by a light emitter and receiver; outputs can be sine-cosine waves or digitized square waves. Configurations include transmissive systems in which light passes though a transparent disk or is blocked by an opaque line, and reflective systems in which lines are segments of nonreflective space on a strip between reflective segments.  Advanced optical technologies include laser light sources and CCD imaging of scales.
 
   Magnetostrictive
 
     Displacement or strain is deduced from the change in state of the magnetic field generated by a ferromagnetic material.  This can often take the form of a magnetostrictive sensor passing over a magnetic tape with magnetic elements placed precisely and evenly along the length.
 
   Magnetoresistive
 
     Magnetoresistive linear encoders are more sensitive than hall effect sensors.  Magnetoresistive linear encoders are made of nickel-iron thin film on a silicon wafer and formed as a resistive strip. In the presence of a magnetic field, the resistance changes slightly.
 
   Inductive
 
     Ferromagnetic elements such as steel balls are sensed along the travel path; the magnetic field change is sensed and encoded into a position signal.  Inductive technology is often suitable for harsh conditions or where contamination by dust is possible.
 
   Other
 
     Unlisted, specialized or proprietary encoder technology.
 
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   Modular Kit Encoder
 
     Modular kit encoders have minimal or frame-like support, but do not include a complete housing. They provide flexibility and are relatively easy to assemble.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Linear-to-Rotary Conversion?
 
     The encoder transfers the linear motion to a rotary encoder with a mechanism such as a rack and pinion or a wheel riding on a flat surface. This technique is used to achieve high precision and long travel.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
   Sealed?
 
     Sealed packaging to prevent ingress of contamination such as dust, dirt, swarf, etc.
 
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   Probe / Plunger?
 
     Probe-style encoders are designed with a tip or other geometry that can indicate directly against a physical surface whose movement is measured.  Sometimes referred to as a plunger; usually biased in one direction to maintain contact with the surface of the element being measured, such as with a spring or with light air pressure.
 
   Search Logic:      "Required" and "Must Not Have" criteria limit returned matches as specified. Products with optional attributes will be returned for either choice.
Output




   Absolute Encoder Code:       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Gray
 
     The device uses a unit-distance coder where only one bit changes with the transition from one measuring step to the next.
 
   Binary
 
     The output is represented in a series of ones and zeros.
 
   BCD
 
     Binary Coded Decimal. The output is represented by decimal numbers (integers) where each digit is signified by four bits.
 
   Other
 
     Unlisted, specialized, or proprietary absolute encoder code.
 
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   Incremental Encoder Signal:       
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Digital: Square Wave
 
     Digital output signal lines for direct interface with a processor or co-processor (typical for most encoders). Most typical is a square wave or two square waves that can be resolved via quadrature to four counts per line.
 
   Analog: Sine / Cosine
 
     Analog output involves two channels 90° out of phase (quadrature). The sine and cosine signals may be read and combined. The theoretically infinite resolution is limited only by the resolution of external digitizing device.
 
   Single Channel
 
     Unidirectional or "tachometer" encoders. The single channel allows for one count per physical line.
 
   Pulse & Direction
 
     A direction channel may be combined with single channel counting or multiple-channel counting with quadrature.
 
   Reference / Index
 
     Once per revolution "mark" or "home" position.
 
   Other
 
     Unlisted, specialized, or proprietary incremental output.
 
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   Signal Quadrature
 
     Signal configuration in which two channels are carrying signals 90° out of phase.  These signals can be combined to provide four or more encoder "counts" per line or other indicator.
 
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   Electrical / Digital Output:      The type of electrical signal that will be produced.
   Your choices are...
 
      
 
   Analog Current
 
     The output is an analog current such as a 4-20 mA or 0-20 mA current loop.
 
   Analog Voltage
 
     The output is an analog voltage such as 0-10V or ±5V.
 
   Fiber Optic
 
     Position data transmission using light transmitted through optical fibers.
 
   Serial
 
     The output conforms to a standard serial format such as RS232, RS422, RS485, etc.
 
   Parallel
 
     The output conforms to a standard parallel format such as general-purpose interface bus (GPIB).
 
   SSI
 
     Serial synchronous interface (SSI) is a general standard for absolute encoders. The physical interface consists of two differential connections aside from power and ground. The controller provides a clock input, and the sensor returns a data signal synchronized to the clock.
 
   FOUNDATION Fieldbus
 
     The FOUNDATION fieldbus is a serial, all-digital, two-way communication system that serves as a local area network (LAN) for factory instrumentation and control devices. It uses a line or tree topology and distributed data transfer (DDT). In the hierarchy of digital networks, the FOUNDATION fieldbus is on the lower end.
 
   CANbus
 
     Controller area network bus (CANbus) is a high-speed serial data network designed for harsh electrical environments and real-time control applications. It operates at data rates up to 1 Mbps and provides excellent error detection and confinement capabilities.
 
   INTERBUS®
 
     INTERBUS® is a fieldbus network based on the cyclic, serial transmission of input/output data between a master and slave stations. Common versions include INTERBUS-S®, INTERBUS-R®, and INTERBUS-MUX® (MUX). INTERBUS, INTERBUS-S and INTERBUS-MUX are registered trademarks of Phoenix Contact GmbH & Co.
 
   DeviceNet
 
     DeviceNet uses controller area network (CAN) network protocol to connect industrial devices such as limit switches, photoelectric cells, valve manifolds, motor starters, drives, and operator displays to programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and personal computers (PCs).
 
   PROFIBUS®
 
     The process fieldbus (PROFIBUS®) is a popular, open communication standard used in factory automation, process automation, motion control, and safety applications. PROFIBUS is standardized in IEC 71158 and IEC 61784 and is suitable for both fast, time-critical applications and complex communication tasks. PROFIBUS is a registered trademark of PROFIBUS International.
 
   Ethernet
 
     Ethernet is a local area network (LAN) protocol that uses a bus or star typology and supports data transfer rates of 10 Mbps. The Ethernet specification is the basis for the IEEE 802.3 standard, which specifies the physical and lower software layers. To handle simultaneous demands, Ethernet uses carrier sense multiple access / collision detection (CSMA/CD) to monitor network traffic.
 
   SERCOS
 
     Serial real-time communications system (SERCOS) is an open controller to intelligent digital drive interface specification. SERCOS is designed for high-speed serial communication of standardized closed-loop data in real-time over a noise-immune, fiber optic cable.
 
   SUCOnet
 
     SUCOnet Class 1 and 2 (K1 and K2) are 16-bit serial communication interfaces developed by Moeller GmbH for use with programmable controllers and automation products
 
   Other
 
     Other unlisted, specialized, or proprietary output signals.
 
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Part Numbers for Linear Encoders

Part # Distributor Manufacturer Product Category Description
P510P51000000008 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE LINEAR ENCODER
P510P51000000027 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE LINEAR ENCODER
P510P510A177B00 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE 0..20mA LINEAR ENCODER
P510P510A17DB00 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE 0..20mA LINEAR ENCODER
P510P510A1F7B000 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE 0..20MA LINEAR ENCODER
P510P510A1FBB00 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE 0..20mA LINEAR ENCODER
P510P510A1W7B000 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE 0..20MA LINEAR ENCODER
P510P510A2FBB000 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE 0..20MA LINEAR ENCODER
P510P510A3FBB00 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE 0..20mA LINEAR ENCODER
P510P510A3FBB000 PLC Radwell SICK OPTIC ELECTRONIC Not Provided ABSOLUTE 0..20MA LINEAR ENCODER

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