Posital’s heavy-duty IXARC incremental and absolute rotary encoders are built to stand up to extreme environmental conditions. Based on a housing design with a 25-year track record of surviving the toughest conditions, these devices are suitable for marine vessels, off-shore facilities, mines, cranes, wind turbines and other challenging locations. These sensors feature extra rugged impact-resistant […]
Posital offers heavy-duty encoders for extreme environmental conditions
POSITAL’s heavy-duty IXARC incremental and absolute rotary encoders are built to stand up to extreme environmental conditions. Based on a housing design with a 25-year track record of surviving the toughest conditions, these devices are suitable for marine vessels, off-shore facilities, mines, cranes, wind turbines and other challenging locations. These sensors feature extra rugged impact-resistant […]
POSITAL Motor Feedback Kit Encoders — now with open-source BiSS interface
Rotary encoder specialist POSITAL has expanded its interface offerings for its magnetic Kit Encoders with support for the nonproprietary open-source BiSS Line communication protocol. This enables the practical implementation of single-cable technology, which is becoming increasingly popular with motor and robot manufacturers. POSITAL’s easy-to-install motor feedback kits, which feature 17-bit electronic resolution, bridge the gap […]
What is modulo positioning?
In motion control, there are typically two types of positioning that can be used for a linear or rotary axis: relative, in which each position is based on a previous position, regardless of the actual position of the axis; or absolute, in which each position is referenced to a home, or zero, point. Axes that […]
Encoders meet the needs of electric automation
These encoders suit a range of electric based applications, including semiconductor, robotics, medical technology, and drive technology. The ECI 4000 absolute inductive rotary encoder is for hollow shaft diameters of 180 mm. It is robust and accurate and has a modular system with a scale drum and a separate scanning unit. Mounting characteristics make them suitable for…
POSITAL in launch of BiSS Association: New organization promotes open-source interface technology
POSITAL FRABA his participating as a founding member of the BiSS Association — a new organization dedicated to encouraging the use of the BiSS family of open-source industrial communications protocols. BiSS communications protocols were developed by the German company iC-Haus GmbH as an efficient and feature-rich digital interface for communications between industrial sensors, actuators and […]
New Low-Cost Linear Position Sensors from POSITAL
POSITAL has extended its range of LINARIX linear position sensors with new low-cost versions of these rugged and versatile industrial measurement tools. The new products make use of compact, inexpensive plastic draw wire assemblies in place of the metal components used in earlier models. They are ideal for monitoring the linear position of components in…
New Low-Cost Linear Position Sensors from POSITAL
POSITAL has extended its range of LINARIX linear position sensors with new low-cost versions of these rugged and versatile industrial measurement tools. The new products make use of compact, inexpensive plastic draw wire assemblies in place of the metal components used in earlier models. They are ideal for monitoring the linear position of components in…
New low-cost linear position sensors
Posital has extended its range of LINARIX linear position sensors with new low-cost versions of these rugged and versatile industrial measurement tools. The new products make use of compact, inexpensive plastic draw wire assemblies in place of the metal components used in earlier models. They are ideal for monitoring the linear position of components in […]
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 […]
Encoders with BlueBeam technology increase resolution, signal quality
BlueBeam is a specially developed blue-light LED, which Pepperl+Fuchs uses in the new ENI58IL incremental rotary encoders, thereby offering performance features that have so far only been possible in high-performance special solutions. The blue light from the new emitter LEDs exhibits a decreased diffraction compared to a longer-wave infrared light of the same gap width […]
Precision Positioning Devices Drive High-Performance Actuation and Feedback Systems
Rapidly evolving production processes have driven the need for motion control systems that provide higher accuracy, speed, resolution and repeatability. In response, motion control manufacturers have unleashed a number of mechanisms, position and force feedback technologies, and electromechanical actuation technologies. Together, these innovations are enabling new actuation and feedback systems for mission-critical deployment in automation,…
Kuebler Now Offers Ruggedized Hollow Shaft Encoder For Harsh Environments
Expanding on its line of versatile incremental encoders, Kuebler now offers a ruggedized hollow shaft alternative for use in harsh environments. The A02H model features a tough and compact design, making it ideal for tough industrial motor and drive applications. Rugged design features include a special shaft connection with interlocked bearings, balanced stainless-steel clamping ring…
Encoder resolution and accuracy: What’s the difference?
Encoders are at the heart of any closed loop servo system, providing feedback to the controller, which uses this information to determine if the motor reached the commanded position or velocity. Thus, encoder resolution and accuracy are essential to the proper operation of a closed-loop system. Resolution is the distance over which a single encoder […]
Encoder Products Co. programmable thru-bore encoder Model 58TP
Encoder Products Company (EPC) now sells the Model 58TP — a 58 mm, thru-bore, programmable encoder. Contained within the rugged housing of the Model 58TP is an advanced set of electronics that allow the encoder to be programmed for exact application needs. See the unboxing video for an overview. Programmable CPR, output type, and waveform…
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 […]
Precision magnetic encoders now available with CANopen interface
POSITAL’s IXARC high-precision magnetic absolute rotary encoders are now available with CANopen interfaces. These new interface option is in addition to the previously announced SSI, EtherNet/IP, EtherCat, Powerlink, Profbus DP and Profinet interfaces. Together, this range of interface choices makes the rugged and compact IXARC encoders one of the most versatile devices of its type […]
CANopen interface on precision magnetic encoders from POSITAL
POSITAL’s IXARC high-precision magnetic absolute rotary encoders are now available with CANopen interfaces. These new interface option is in addition to the previously announced SSI, EtherNet/IP, EtherCat, Powerlink, Profbus DP and Profinet interfaces. Together, this range of interface choices makes the rugged and compact IXARC encoders one of the most versatile devices of its type […]
IXARC encoders from POSITAL FRABA for hazardous locations
IXARC rotary encoders from POSITAL FRABA are dedicated to Zones 2 & 22 — ATEX compliant and operate safely in atmospheres with potentially dangerous levels of explosive gases or dust (3G and 3D). These devices can be delivered with either programmable incremental or absolute output. For Group II Applications Dedicated to Zone 2 & 22 Provide Absolute […]
Parker Hannifin launches mPR Series stage
Parker’s Electromechanical and Drives Div.‒North America is pleased to announce the release of the mPR (miniature precision rotary) stage. The mPR series is a miniature, precision direct-drive rotary stage with integrated high-precision rotary bearing, high-resolution rotary encoder, and 3-phase AC servo motor. It has been engineered to deliver a combination of modularity, flexibility, and performance […]
New encoder technology eliminates the reliability-accuracy tradeoff
Encoders are everywhere — and are vital in industrial, aerospace, energy, automotive and robotic applications. Operation in all of these applications will potentially have to take place in severe conditions, so when you are thinking about building a robot that can be used to mine for water on Mars, how do you decide on the best […]
New High-Current HTL Encoders For Functionally Safe Rugged Drive Applications
To meet market demands for heavy equipment designed with functionally safe solutions inside, Leine & Linde introduces the new FSI 800 series rotary encoders, particularly useful in rugged motor drive applications. Well known for their robustness and reliability, these Leine & Linde encoders come complete with HCHTL (high-current HTL) signals which also make them suitable…
HEIDENHAIN Introduces High Accuracy Angle Encoder for Vacuum Environments
HEIDENHAIN updates its kit angle encoder line by modifying the ECA 4000 ring encoder to be able to survive and provide angular motion feedback within various machine types using a vacuum environment. Now able to handle a vacuum environment down to 10-7 mbar, the ECA 4000V encoder series has had a number of technical updates…
Two-axis rotary assembly provides fast micromachining capabilities
One new system from IntelLiDrives — a yaw-tilt rotary system with precision worm gearing — delivers positioning accuracy to 30 arc-sec; repeatability to 10 arc-sec; and speeds to 60 rpm. The design allows yaw rotation to 360° and tilt rotation of ±95° of loads to 10 kg. The integrated two-axis rotary assembly provides high-speed micromachining capabilities […]
Encoder Products Co. now sells magnetic encoder with threaded housing
Encoder Products Co. now sells a new Model 30MT — a 30-mm diameter magnetic encoder module. By means of advanced sensing and signal processing technology, the Model 30MT provides accurate incremental feedback, even in harsh operating conditions. With its threaded housing, the Model 30MT is simple to install. See the unboxing video for an overview. Encoder excels in harsh environments […]