Absolute Encoders


Absolute encoders provide position information for a rotating shaft within either a single rotation (single turn) or over the course of multiple rotations (multi-turn). The encoder provides a unique digital code or bit for each increment of shaft rotation. Multi-turn absolute encoders store turns-counting information for instant retrieval, even after power down.

EPC offers both single-turn and multi-turn absolute encoders in shaft styles, blind hollow bore, and thru-bore, with a variety of housing sizes, bore diameters, signal types and resolutions.

BiSS C

BiSS implements a real-time interface for applications requiring high-speed data transfer and flexibility.

CANopen

CANopen® is a CAN-based communication system. It comprises higher-layer protocols and profile specifications.

SSI

SSI is a simple serial communications protocol designed for data transfer between computers or user terminals and smart sensors.

EtherCAT

EtherCAT® is a protocol optimized for process data, using standard IEEE 802.3 Ethernet Frames.

EtherNet/IP

EtherNet/IP™ is an Ethernet communication network that provides users with the tools to deploy standard Ethernet technology in industrial automation applications.

PROFINET

PROFINET® is widely used by major industrial equipment manufacturers. PROFINET RT can be used in PLC-type applications, while PROFINET IRT is a good fit for motion applications.

Model A36R

  • 36 mm thru-bore or blind hollow bore
  • Single turn or multi-turn
  • BiSS C or SSI

Model A36SB

  • Single turn or multi-turn 
  • SSI or CANopen® 
  • Compact 36 mm shaft encoder

Model A36HB

  • Single turn or multi-turn
  • SSI or CANopen® 
  • Compact 36 mm blind hollow bore

Model 960

  • Single turn absolute encoder
  • Parallel output
  • Compact thru-bore encoder

Model A58SE

  • Single turn or multi-turn
  • EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP™, or PROFINET®
  • 58 mm shaft encoder

Model A58HE

  • Single turn or multi-turn
  • EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP™, or PROFINET®
  • 58 mm blind hollow bore encoder

Model A58SB

  • Single turn or multi-turn
  • SSI or CANopen®
  • 58 mm shaft encoder

Model A58HB

  • Single turn or multi-turn
  • SSI or CANopen®
  • 58 mm blind hollow bore encoder

Model A25SB

  • Single turn or multi-turn
  • SSI or CANopen®
  • Standard Size 25 (2.5") shaft encoder

Model 925

  • Single turn absolute encoder
  • Parallel output
  • Standard Size 25 (2.5") shaft encoder

Model PLMS

  • Customizable linear measurement solution
  • Absolute or programmable incremental encoder options

Model LCX Draw Wire Series

  • Fast and easy encoder mounting
  • Linearity ± 0.05 %
  • Temperature range: -20° - 85° C
  • Wire lengths from 1 m to 42.5 m
 

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