POSITAL’s IXARC programmable incremental rotary encoders can now be configured to deliver ‘fractional pulse rates’ (fractional PPR). That is, these devices can be programmed to transmit a single pulse for more than one shaft revolution (for example, a PPR of 0.125 would correspond to one signal pulse for eight shaft rotations). They can also be…

POSITAL has announced a major upgrade to its family of 36 mm kit encoders for motion control applications. For these new devices, introduced as part of the company’s NEXTGEN initiative, upgrades include higher resolution and refined packaging that provides more compact form factors, better protection from solid particles, and simpler installation procedures. Kit (or modular)…

POSITAL’s new generation of IXARC magnetic absolute rotary encoders is now available with SSI communications interfaces. SSI (for Synchronous Serial Interface) is a widely used communications protocol for many types of sensors, including absolute encoders. SSI is a serial communications system that connects sensors directly to digital PLC’s or microcontrollers through point-to-point wiring systems based…

TWK has been developing encoders and sensors since 1962. This past year, they’ve highlighted how such components impact safety in automated vehicles and robots. Automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and automated mobile robots (AMRs) require several measurements to operate safely. Otherwise, they and the entire fleet cannot navigate and move to target locations. The necessary measurements…

The HEIDENHAIN KCI 120 Dplus dual encoder is a single device that provides position feedback from both the motor shaft and gearbox output shaft of a robot joint. Using robust inductive scanning technology, the encoder’s scanning head reads two separate circular scales for dual feedback. The KCI 120 Dplus can counteract design-induced inaccuracy on highly…

POSITAL’s explosion-proof IXARC rotary encoders have been certified to comply with ATEX/IECEx directives for Category 3 electrical products. These devices are suitable for use in Zone 2 and Zone 22 conditions (potential exposure to hazardous levels of explosive gases and flammable dust) and work for oil and gas installations, chemical plants, woodworking operations, and grain…

New generation Industrial Ethernet encoders with PROFINET IO interface. The optical absolute Sendix F58 PROFINET IO encoder is ideal for real-time applications. Thanks to the new technical platform, the encoder can also be integrated in PROFIdrive networks. The vertical communication, from control level to industrial production facilities, enables location-independent parameterization, remote diagnosis as well as…

Encoder with IO-Link Interface – Ready for Industry 4.0 / IIoT. Reliable and insensitive Sturdy bearing construction in Safety-Lock™ design for resistance against vibration and installation errors. Reduced number of components ensures insensitivity. IP67 protection and wide temperature range from -40°C to +85°C. Up-to-the-minute performance Operation possible with any IO-Link master. Point-to-point communication in automation…

Draw-wire mechanism with encoder The draw-wire mechanics A41 with absolute encoder excels with its compact construction. These draw-wire mechanics can be equipped with multiturn encoders of the F366x and M366x series. The maximum measuring length is 2 meters. Compact and simple Measuring length up to 2000 mm. Scalable analog output with limit switch function. For…

The B75 draw-wire encoder can be used up to a measuring length of 3 meters. These draw-wire mechanics may be combined with the proven Kübler Sendix encoders with incremental or absolute interface, as well as with analog sensors, which are also available in redundant versions. Compact housing. Variable mounting possibilities. Low-wear wire exit. Closable ventilation…

The MWE02 measuring wheel system is the ideal solution for reliable speed, position, and distance measurement in applications with linear movements. These are recorded rotationally via the measuring wheel with attached encoder and converted into measurement data. An integrated spring ensures the contact pressure of the measuring wheel on the measuring surface required for reliable…

For mobile automation: Magnetic singleturn encoder with SAE J1939 interface Reliable and insensitive Sturdy bearing construction in Safety-Lock design for resistance against vibration and installation errors. Reduced number of components ensures magnetic insensitivity. IP67 protection and wide temperature range -40 °C … +85 °C. Up-to-the-minute fieldbus performance Up-to-the-minute fieldbus performance in the application: SAE J1939…

Advanced new rotary/click CONTROL-KNOBS are for menu-driven electronics – typically for devices manufactured in high volumes. These elegant and ergonomic tuning knobs fit rotary potentiometers or encoders with round shaft ends (DIN 41591). They are ideal as the central element of menu-driven interfaces. Applications include measuring and control; medical, wellness and laboratory technology; HVAC; communications;…

Norstat is now offering a full line of Industrial Sensors for the industrial automation marketplace. Their product line includes Photoelectric Sensors, Proximity Sensors, Ultra-Sonic Sensors, Area Sensors as well as Encoders, and accessories. Photo-Electric Sensors come in either cylindrical, cubic or fork versions with a variety of sizes, sensing distances and switching frequencies including reflector,…

Cube encoders – incremental rotary encoders with a cube-shaped housing – have been popular with machine builders since the 1960s, largely because these devices are easy to install without special mounts or brackets. Now POSITAL has updated this old favorite with new features and capabilities that will keep this design relevant for years to come. […]

Quantum Devices Inc. now offers a new miniaturized commutating/incremental optical encoder option. The new QM22 series of incremental encoders offers a super compact 22-mm diameter and a 12.4-mm thickness. These are suitable for high-volume OEM applications and fit on NEMA 11 BLDC servo motors. The QM22 offers high resolution and a great variety of electrical […]

POSITAL’s Wiegand assemblies offer a compact and efficient way of harvesting power for electronic circuits in electromechanical devices, eliminating the need for backup batteries. The operating principle of POSITAL’s Wiegand modules is simple. A “Wiegand wire” is a short length of specially prepared Vicalloy (vanadium-iron-cobalt) wire. When exposed to a changing external magnetic field (e.g. […]

Having worked in industrial automation for most of my career, I’d like to think that I’ve built up a wealth of experience in the field of industrial safety sensors. Familiar with safety laser scanners for over a decade, I have been involved many designs and installations. I currently work for SICK (UK) Ltd., which invented…

As part of its ongoing “Customer First” initiative, HEIDENHAIN has introduced a new multi-level online Encoder Selection Tool for automation. This new Encoder Selection Tool considers various industries and applications, and then suggests the brands with suitable options. HEIDENHAIN owns and markets position measurement components in North America from nine international companies, each with its […]

SIKO — maker of wire-based sensors — now sells SG61 wire-actuated encoders. These are suitable for measuring lengths up to 6 m. On the basis of 30 years of experience in development and production, a wire-actuated sensor has been designed that impresses with its compactness, sturdiness and flexibility. Compact and robust wire-based linear sensor The […]

RAFI is now offering heavy-duty joysticks for outdoor machines and other applications in which control components must meet demanding requirements. The platform concept enables a robust standard design base to be combined with customized multi-function joysticks. RAFI integrates buttons, rocker switches, thumb joysticks, rotary encoders, and LEDs as required. All RAFI JOYSCAPE joysticks have options…

The newly released ENI58PL series incremental rotary encoder from Pepperl+Fuchs offers incredible efficiency for a wide range of applications. IO-Link enables custom configuration, making it possible to commission machinery and equipment even faster. ENI58PL boasts flexible configuration options and a wide range of use cases-from classic industrial applications, such as precise positioning in the automotive industry and applications in wind power […]

The newly released ENI58PL series incremental rotary encoder from Pepperl+Fuchs offers incredible efficiency for a wide range of applications. IO-Link enables custom configuration, making it possible to commission machinery and equipment even faster. ENI58PL boasts flexible configuration options and a wide range of use cases-from classic industrial applications, such as precise positioning in the automotive industry and applications in wind power […]

The new L-505 linear translation stage family from PI (Physik Instrumente) is available with integrated linear encoders providing 0.05 microns and 0.005 microns resolution, respectively. The new design allows for compact multi-axis assemblies, at affordable prices. Many motor and drive variations are available, from fast dc-servo motors with linear encoders and low-friction ball-screws to simple […]

Roller screws are also called planetary roller screws or sometimes satellite roller screws for how their nut-encased rollers orbit the drive-shaft axis during operation. These mechanical rotary-to-linear devices work in an increasing number of electromechanical actuators. Satellite roller-screw geometry includes far more internal contact between load-bearing subcomponents than their ballscrew cousins, and that boosts rigidity […]