After more than 10 years of success in the marketplace, HEIDENHAIN’s LIF 400 family of encoders has been redesigned with several improvements. The updates to this exposed linear kit style encoder originated from listening to customer requests over the years, and now comes with much improved contamination resistance, among other enhancements. The new LIF 400 […]
Heidenhain introduces new improved DRO for machinists
Heidenhain has introduced the new ND 5023 digital readout (DRO) for use with manually operated machine tools. This new DRO replaces Heidenhain’s entry-level ND 522/523 models and consolidates it to one three-axis product. The new DRO comes equipped with a new TFT color display that significantly improves the readability of the information displayed over older models, […]
Motion Trends: Robotics, IoT impact encoder design
We asked encoder manufacturers to weigh in on the trends they’re seeing in their industries. Here’s what they had to say. What new design trends are you seeing in areas such as robotics, battery powered designs, automated vehicles, and safety in motion control designs? Jonathan Dougherty Product Specialist HEIDENHAIN HEIDENHAIN rotary encoders are critical components […]
HEIDENHAIN debuts multi-section linear encoder for use with ACU-RITE’S digital readouts
HEIDENHAIN announces the addition of the AMO LMF 9310 multi-section linear encoder to its line of robust linear encoders. This TTL encoder is specifically designed for long length applications (over 10 ft) on manually operated machines and is compatible with HEIDENHAIN’s ACU-RITE brand of digital readouts. The AMO LMF 9310 is a replacement for the […]
OPEN MIND partners with HEIDENHAIN TNC Controls to provide exclusive first-use virtual machining
Meeting the needs of the evolving digital manufacturing initiative, OPEN MIND Technologies has recently partnered with HEIDENHAIN TNC controls to provide exclusive first use of their new NC code-based simulation solution hyperMILL® VIRTUAL Machining. The CONNECTED Machining module allows networked HEIDENHAIN TNC controls to be run from remote locations, a key component for digital production systems. The new simulation…
Growth leads to management appointments at HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION
Significant company growth and key initiatives lead to important management changes at HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION in North America. These exciting changes include the formation of two regional field sales teams located in Schaumburg, IL, and San Jose, CA, as well as the formation of an overall sales coordination team focused on North American customer satisfaction metrics.…
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…
HEIDENHAIN’s new “Connected Machining” catalog highlights digital networking solutions for industry 4.0
As worldwide manufacturing trends towards connectivity and digital networking, HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION continues to meet this need with control solutions and options now summarized in its new “Connected Machining” catalog. Available for download here, this new HEIDENHAIN catalog details solutions that place the TNC operator at the center of digital order management and networked with all production-related areas.…
New SRP direct drive from HEIDENHAIN with integrated motor and sensing delivers smooth motion
Now SRP series integrated direct drives from HEIDENHAIN integrate MRP series angle-encoder modules with ETEL torque motors having very low detent torque. These direct drives deliver smooth motion control for exacting positioning and measuring tasks.Precision rotary axes are complex, which is why integrated designs with tested and specified properties (instead of those made by machine […]
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 […]
HEIDENHAIN’s New StateMonitor for TNCs Makes CNC Connectivity Easier Than Ever
HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION announces the availability of the new StateMonitor for CNC manufacturing personnel who are implementing connected systems as part of the Industry 4.0 initiative. This new state-of-the-art software is an option with HEIDENHAIN TNC controls and connects with PC systems to allow the user to view data and evaluate control processes remotely and in…
New absolute linear encoder for vacuum environments from HEIDENHAIN
HEIDENHAIN’s new LIC 4100 V linear encoder for vacuum environments is a new addition to the LIC 4100 linear absolute kit style encoder system. With several technical considerations, these new encoders can operate down to 6 x 10-7 mbar, survive a 100˚C bake out, and have low outgassing. Industries that could take advantage of this […]
HEIDENHAIN’s magnetic spindle encoder now with functional safety
HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION has made improvements to its ERM 2200 and 2400 series of magnetic modular angle encoders with Functional Safety in mind. The ERM series has long been used by machine manufacturers around the world In keeping with the growing trend requiring “Functionally Safe” axes (an EU standard) on machines, HEIDENHAIN has improved its ERM […]
New angular positioning system for metrology and micromachining from HEIDENHAIN
The new SRP 5000 angular positioning system from HEIDENHAIN incorporates its high accuracy MRP 5000 angle encoder with accomplished bearing technology along with a unique ETEL torque motor with ultra-low detent torque. This combination allows for high stiffness with low cost of ownership and can easily replace rotary air bearing systems used for metrology. Industries […]
HEIDENHAIN’s Compact TNC 620 Control Now with Touchscreen Technology
TNC contouring controls from HEIDENHAIN are popular with users thanks to their workshop-oriented operational design and conversational programming. And now, HEIDENHAIN’s compact TNC 620 control combines its advantages of field-proven HEIDENHAIN contouring controls with the latest in touchscreen technology. The TNC 620 control with touch screen is operated by gestures, similar to smartphones or tablet PCs. The operator…
High Tech Measurement Feedback in a Small Package
HEIDENHAIN’s new LIP 6000 miniature linear encoder system, consisting of a scanning unit and glass scale, has the unusual capability to measure to 2 nm resolution with high speed of 4m/sec at long lengths of scale. This encoder was developed with large mounting tolerances, small interpolation error and low noise levels, thereby making the encoder…
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…
HEIDENHAIN to Showcase High Precision Components
HEIDENHAIN is pleased to showcase industry leading and highly accurate precision measurement components for the photonics industry at the upcoming Photonics West trade show in San Francisco, CA, from January 28 – February 2 (Booth #5237). HEIDENHAIN’s extraordinary linear and angle encoders will be highlighted. A feature on the linear side will be a truly…
New hollow-shaft encoders from HEIDENHAIN provide functional machine safety
HEIDENHAIN’s new series of functionally safe hollow-shaft connection rotary encoders, the ECN/EQN/ERN 400 series, are especially useful in applications where quick machine shut-off is required in dangerous situations. Featuring a new shaft coupling which provides mechanical fault exclusion for connection to the customer’s machine shaft, these new encoders are of particular use in safety-related applications […]
Absolute Sealed Linear Encoders Add Interface
Ease of interfacing a sensor is especially important in machine control applications. Even though it offered LC xx5 Absolute Sealed Linear Encoders for use with Siemens, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, and HEIDENHAIN controls for many years, HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION, recently added a Panasonic interface (Pana01) to the line. Available in 3 µm (with a 1 nm measuring step) […]
Incremental Sealed Rotary Encoders for High Loads
When a product is well received in one region of the world, it often has advantages that would benefit other regions. HEIDENHAIN came to this conclusion with its ROD 620 and 630 models of the ROD 600 series incremental sealed rotary encoders. The ROD 600 encoders were well received in the Japanese market for many […]
Hollow-Shaft Rotary Encoders
With its ECI 4000/EBI 4000 rotary encoder series, HEIDENHAIN adds to its existing line of inductive position encoders. The modular devices have a 90-mm hollow shaft without an integral bearing and consist of a scanning unit and the scale drum. They have an overall height of only 20 mm. The single-turn version of the ECI 4000 features resolution […]
Calibrate video machines quickly and easily
A VED (Video Edge Detection) Calibration Slide makes it simple to calibrate pixel size of a camera within a Video Measuring Machine, and is available from HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION….
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HEIDENHAIN’s TNCremo PC Software Is Now Available for Online Download
HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION now offers the current version of TNCremo software package for communication between PCs and HEIDENHAIN controls or programming stations via direct online download. Past versions were only available on DVD. The new TNCremo version is now available in a new variant (ID 340447-04). Users can find the downloads on the HEIDENHAIN.com website under…