Instrumentation and Control News - Encoder

Economical Encoders Ideal for Space Restricted Industrial Applications

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 13:14:25 +0100

The TVI40N utilizes the latest Opto-ASIC technology to provide fast, reliable, high-resolution operation. It is further equipped with a loadable metal disk that enables the encoder to accept heavy loads without compromising performance...

Encoders and Resolvers are offered with heavy-duty shaft.

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 18:27:42 +0100

DC25 DuraCoder and H25 resolver transducer are available with stainless steel front shaft option that measures 5/8 in. in diameter and carries 100 lb radial and 50 lb axial load ratings...

Motion Card provides multi-axis control.

Thu, 14 Dec 2006 05:22:24 +0100

Prodigy(TM)-PCI Motion Card provides servo loop rates up to 50 µsec/axis, quadrature encoder input rate of 8 Mcount/sec, high-speed motion trace for servo tuning diagnostics with 40 KB onboard dual-port memory, and pulse and direction output up to 5 Mpulses/sec...

Incremental Encoders Designed for Mechanical Drive and Lift Engineering Applications

Sun, 03 Dec 2006 13:05:28 +0100

The RHI90N features a nominal outer dimension of 90mm, with variable hollow shaft diameters available from 16mm - 45mm. A hollow shaft configuration enables the encoder to be directly couple to the application's shaft without additional couplings...

Rotary Position Sensor

Sat, 02 Dec 2006 04:27:42 +0100

The sealed PC board construction meets IP 67 standards. Typical applications include agricultural, industrial, heavy truck, heavy off-road, RV, and golf cart vehicles...

Interface Position Sensor

Sat, 02 Dec 2006 04:27:42 +0100

The R-Series includes options for synchronized 7,500 kHz update rates and position accuracy as low as 2 microns. Proprietary synchronization technology is designed to provide accurate position output while minimizing inherent system-related delays to produce smooth, precise velocity loop control...

Digital Angular Position Sensor

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 22:23:12 +0100

The position sensor incorporates the manufacturer’s broadband energy transfer technology, which is said to provide accurate position and speed information. Engineers can program the sensors during installation to set zero degree positions...

Non-Contacting Rotary Sensor

Fri, 01 Dec 2006 18:27:42 +0100

The RFC series has unlimited mechanical life because it is a rotary sensor with no moving parts. There are two assemblies the sensor with integrated micro-processor and associated electronics, and a separate magnet embedded in a shaft adapter...

Heavy Duty Shaft Increases Radial Load Rating by 250% for AMCI Encoders & Resolvers

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 13:08:58 +0100

This rugged shaft option now carries a 100 lb radial load and a 50 lb axial load rating, delivering a 250% increase over the current radial load rating of 40lbs. AMCI engineered the 5/8" front shaft option for applications that demand a higher radial load rating; for example, when pulleys, chains and gears are mounted for use under tension.

Webinar Explains Smoother Speed Control Using the New BiSS Serial Protocol

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 16:07:59 +0100

The webinar covers everything that engineers need to know in order to integrate BiSS-based encoders with motors and drives, including wiring, clocking, diagnostics, registers, and comparison to other leading protocols. There is no cost for the webinar but online registration is required at www.feedbackdevices.com/biss

Magnetic Rotary Encoder ICs can operate in low-power mode.

Sat, 25 Nov 2006 13:11:31 +0100

Offering contactless alternative to mechanical rotary switches, 8-bit Models AS5030 and AS5130 provide angle resolution of 1.4° over full 360° turn, accessible via digital serial interface or pulse width modulated outputs. Both devices offer push-button functionality with user-defined magnet-to-device displacement thresholds. Operating at 5 V supply voltage, units feature rotational speeds up to 30,000 rpm and temperature range of -40 to +125°C.

13-bit magnetic sensor

Mon, 13 Nov 2006 02:36:36 +0100

The latest additions to the range include what is claimed to be the world's first 13-bit magnetic sensor, which is sealed for operation in harsh environments, including wash-down areas. The range of reliable, low-cost, high-speed, miniature magnetic rotary encoders already provides class-leading performance along with ruggedness and durability...

austriamicrosystems unveils AS5030 and AS5130, 8-bit Magnetic Rotary Encoder ICs With Push-Button and Low-Power Mode Features

Sun, 12 Nov 2006 12:49:17 +0100

Ideal Contactless Alternative to Mechanical Rotary Switches for a Variety of Automotive, Industrial and Consumer Applications

BI Technologies Develops DAPS Steering Sensor with ±1440° Rotation

Wed, 08 Nov 2006 04:02:37 +0100

Developed for automotive steering applications, digital angular position sensor offers analog, PWM, and CAN Bus outputs. With ±0.40% accuracy and 0.1° resolution, device features 12-bit resolution over 360° of rotation and life cycle of 25 million rotations, minimum, and operates at 5 V and between -40 to 125°C. Device also can be integrated with Magnetorque sensing technology for shaft applications

Hybrid Linear Actuators include encoder feedback.

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 16:50:05 +0100

Delivering thrusts up to 25 lb, Size 11 Actuators are available in resolutions from 0.000125-0.002 in./step. Optical incremental encoder incorporates lensed LED light source and monolithic photodetector array with signal shaping electronics to produce 2 channel bounceless TTL outputs. Operating from -40 to +100°C, encoder offers resolutions from 200-1,024 cycles/rev or 800-4,096 pulses/rev. Actuators are suited for applications requiring precise positioning and rapid motion.