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High-Quality, Rugged Encoders
Where can I use
Encoders can be used with controllers
for position monitoring or control; be

an encoder?
sure to evaluate product specifications
to ensure application compatibility

Encoders are used in all types of motion Encoder


sensing applications, including machine
tooling, semiconductor positioning and
multi-axis positioning. All Koyo encoders
feature a reinforced aluminum diecast casing
and come equipped with a two-meter cable
or MS connector. Use the incremental
encoders with our PLC high-speed counter
modules1 for accurate position monitoring
and control. Or use our absolute encoders to
monitor position with gray code and stan-
dard PLC DC inputs.

Why buy an encoder


from us?
There are several distinct advantages to
purchasing your encoder from
DURAPULSE
DL205 PLC
AUTOMATIONDIRECT:
(see PLC section)

AC Drive
(see Drives section)

Price
What is a medium-duty encoder?
As with all of our product lines, our prices are often well below the
Includes models: TRD-N, TRD-NH, TRDA-20, TRDA-25, TRD-NA
list prices of traditional automation suppliers. Our direct business A medium-duty encoder is the most popular encoder we offer.
model allows us to operate more efficiently than other suppliers The product line offers the greatest flexibility of choice while main-
and pass the savings on to you. taining very high quality, all for a very low price. Our medium-duty
encoders offer:
Quality • Size 20 (2.0 inch or 50mm) diameter body or
All encoders carry a 1-year warranty, and a 30-day money-back
Size 25 (2.5 inch flange with 2.0 inch diameter body) frames

guarantee. If for any reason you are not satisfied with your
• Dust Proof (IP50) or splash-proof (IP65) ratings
purchase, send it back and we will refund your money.
• 8 mm or 3/8” standard shaft or 8 mm hollow shaft

What is a light-duty encoder?


• Incremental or absolute (gray code) operation
• Incremental resolution available from 3 pulses/revolution to 5000
pulses/revolution
Includes models: TRD-MX, TRDA-2E, TRD-S, TRD-SH • Absolute resolution available from 32 pulses/revolution to 1024
A light-duty encoder is a cost-effective encoder requiring minimal
pulses/revolution
load on the shaft. Ours offer the following features:
• Open collector, Totem-pole or line driver output versions
• Up to 200 kHz response frequency
• Size 10 (1.0 inch or 25mm) diameter body or
Size 15 (1.5 inch or 38mm) diameter body • MS connector models available

What is a heavy-duty encoder?


• Dustproof (IP40 or IP50 ) rating
• 4mm, 6 mm or 1/4” standard shaft or 8 mm hollow shaft
• Resolution available from 100 pulses/revolution to 2500
Includes model: TRD-GK
A heavy-duty encoder is the most rugged encoder you can buy.
pulses/revolution

Top-of-the-line bearings help maintain a service life of 12 billion


• Open collector or line driver outputs

revolutions. Our heavy-duty encoders offer:


• Up to 200 kHz response frequency

• Rugged size 30 (3.0 inch or 78mm) diameter body


• Splash-proof (IP65) rating
• 10 mm standard shaft
1 Absolute encoders are not compatible with the PLC high-speed counter modules, • Incremental operation from 30 pulses/revolution to 5000
but can be used with general purpose DC input cards. pulses/revolution
• Totem-pole output
• Up to 100 kHz response frequency

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Great Encoder Selection at Great Prices Company
Information

Systems
Overview

Programmable
® Controllers

Field I/O

Software

C-more &
other HMI

Drives
Light-duty TRD-MX

Heavy-duty TRD-GK Medium Duty TRDA-25 (w/MS connector) Soft


Starters
Medium Duty TRD-NH Medium Duty TRD-N

Motors &
Gearbox
Operating Max Max
Solid or Voltage (VDC) Radial Axial

Steppers/
Encoder Shaft Hollow and Electrical IP Load Load
Duty Family Size diameter diameter S haf t Output* Rating ( N) ( N) Available resolutions Servos
$,-.*/0-12*302-(2--------------------------
TRD-MX !" #$%% &%% '()*+ 78$"
$4!#,-56-(2--------------------------- !" $ !""9-:;"9-$""9-!"""9-!"#& Motor
!#4#&,-56 Controls
Light Duty

$,-.*/0-12*302-(2---------------------------------------------------- !""9-:;"9-$""9-!"""9-!"#&9-
Proximity
TRDA-2E !$ !<$= !>&= '()*+
!#4#&,-56
78$" :" #"
#$""
!""9-#""9-#$"9-:""9-:;"9-&""9- Sensors
$,-.*/0-12*302-(2----------------------------------------------------
TRD-S !$ :?%% ;%% '()*+ 78&" #" !" $""9-;""9-?""9-!"""9-!"#&9-
Photo
!#4#&,-56
!#""9-#"""9-#$""
!""9-#""9-#$"9-:""9-:;"9-&""9- Sensors
$,-.*/0-12*302-(2----------------------------------------------------
TRD-SH !$ :?%% ?%% @())(A 78&" #" !" $""9-;""9-?""9-!"""9-!"#&9-
Limit
!#4#&,-56
!#""9-#"""9-#$""
$,-.*/0-12*302-(2----------------- !""9-:;"9-$""9-!"""9-!"#&9- Switches
TRDA-20 #" #= :>?= '()*+
$4:",-8>8
78$" $" :"
#$""
#$-BA>'*C0-
#<$=-G)H/I0-
$,-.*/0-12*302-(2----------------- !""9-:;"9-$""9-!"""9-!"#&9- Encoders
!"#$%&%"'()

TRDA-25 BA>-#<"=- :>?= '()*+ 78;$ $" :"


Current
#"-D(+EF $4:",-8>8 #$""
D(+EF
Sensors
Medium Duty

:9-&9-$9-!"9-:"9-&"9-$"9-;"9-

Pressure
!""9-!#"9-#""9-#&"9-#$"9-:""9-
$,-.*/0-12*302-(2-----------------
Sensors
TRD-N #" $"%% ?%% '()*+
$4:",-8>8
78;$ $" :" :;"9-&""9-&?"9-$""9-;""9-J$"9-
!"""9-!"#&9-!#""9-#"""9-

Temperature
#$""9-:"""9-:;""9-$"""

:9-&9-$9-!"9-:"9-&"9-$"9-;"9- Sensors

Pushbuttons/
!""9-!#"9-#""9-#&"9-#$"9-:""9-
$,-.*/0-12*302-(2-----------------
Lights
TRD-NH #" $"%% ?%% @())(A
$4:",-8>8
78;$ $" :" :;"9-&""9-&?"9-$""9-;""9-J$"9-
!"""9-!"#&9-!#""9-#"""9-

Process
#$""9-:"""9-:;""9-$"""

:"9-!""9-!#"9-#""9-#&"9-#$"9-
Heavy Relays/
Timers
:""9-:;"9-&""9-$""9-;""9-?""9-
TRD-GK :" J?%% !"%% '()*+ !"4:",-8>8 78;$ !"" $"
!"""9-!#""9-!$""9-!?""9-
Duty #"""9-#$""9-:;""9-$"""
Comm.
:#<-;&<-!#?9-!?"9-#$;9-:;"9-
*%+,-&./-'0.1234)-'% TRD-NA #" $"%% ?%% '()*+ !"4:",-56 78;$ $" :"
Terminal
$!#9-J#"9-!"#&-BI20E-K(+0F
Blocks &
All our encoders feature an integral 2m cable except for the TRDA-25 series which has an MS connector *Operating Voltage and Electrical Output:
Wiring
• LD = Line Driver (all Line Drivers require 5VDC supply)
• OC = NPN Open Collector (at Operating Voltage)
Power

Accessories
• P/P = Push Pull or Totem Pole (at Operating Voltage)

Circuit

Mounting brackets
Protection
Couplings
Enclosures
A variety of couplings - metric-to-metric, Simplify your installation with a
inch-to-inch (SAE - SAE), and metric-to-inch ready-to-use right-angle mounting Tools
are in stock, ready to ship. bracket for light, medium and
Pneumatics
heavy-duty encoders
Safety
Flanges Cables Appendix
A collection of flanges that ease
For encoders that require a
encoder mounting. Several models Product
connector cable, we have
are available with round flanges, Index
cables in stock, priced right
square flanges and miscellaneous
and ready to ship. Part #
mounting options. Index
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Encoder Selection Guide SAE-dimension Encoders &
Metric-dimension Encoders
SAE-dimension Encoder Selection
TRDA-2E Series TRDA-20 Series TRDA-25 Series
Specification TRDA TRDA
TRDA-2ExxxBD TRDA-2ExxxVD TRDA-20R1NxxxRZD TRDA-20R1NxxxVD
25RNxxxRZWDMS 25RNxxxVWDMS
Description Light-duty incremental encoder with solid shaft Medium-duty incremental encoder with solid shaft Medium-duty incremental encoder with solid shaft
Removable Flange: 2.5 in. round;
Body: 1.5 in. diameter and 1.6 in. depth; Body: 2.0 in. diameter and 1.7 in. depth;
Size Shaft: 0.25 in. diameter Shaft: 0.375 in. diameter
Body: 2.0 in. diameter and 2.15 in. depth;
Shaft: 0.375 in. diameter
Output Configuration NPN open collector (BD) Line driver (VD) Totem pole (RZD) Line driver (VD) Totem pole (RZWD) Line driver (VWD)
12–24 VDC (nominal) 5VDC (nominal) 5–30 VDC (nominal) 5VDC (nominal) 5–30 VDC (nominal) 5VDC (nominal)
Input Power Range: 10.8–26.4 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC Range: 4.75–30.0 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC Range: 4.75–30.0 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC
Resolutions Available 100 to 2500 pulses per revolution 100 to 2500 pulses per revolution 100 to 2500 pulses per revolution
Output Type Cable – 2m [6.6 ft], tinned Cable – 2m [6.6 ft], tinned Military style (MS) connector
Frequency Response 200 kHz 100 kHz 200 kHz 100 kHz 200 kHz
Rating IP50 IP50 IP65
Accessories Available couplings, mounting bracket, mounting flanges couplings, mounting bracket, mounting flanges cables, couplings, mounting flanges

Metric-dimension Encoder Selection


TRD-MX Series
Specification
TRD-MXxxxAD TRD-MXxxxBD TRD-MXxxxVD
Description Light duty incremental encoder with solid shaft Light duty incremental encoder with solid shaft Light duty incremental encoder with solid shaft
Body: 25 mm diameter and 29 mm depth; Body: 25 mm diameter and 29 mm depth; Body: 25 mm diameter and 29 mm depth;
Size Shaft: 4mm diameter Shaft: 4mm diameter Shaft: 4mm diameter
Output Configuration NPN open collector (AD) NPN open collector (BD) Line driver (VD)
Input Power 5–12 VDC (nominal); Range: 4.5–13.2 VDC 12–24 VDC (nominal); Range: 10.8–26.4 VDC 5VDC (nominal); Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC
Resolutions Available 100 to 1024 pulses per revolution 100 to 1024 pulses per revolution 100 to 1024 pulses per revolution
Output Type Cable (two meter, tinned) Cable (two meter, tinned) Cable (two meter, tinned)
Frequency Response 100 kHz max 100 kHz max 100 kHz max
Rating IP50 IP50 IP50
Accessories Available Metric-to-metric and metric-to-S.A.E. couplings, mounting brackets

TRD-S Series TRD-SH Series TRD-N Series


Specification
TRD-Sxxx-BD TRD-Sxxx-VD TRD-SHxxx-BD TRD-SHxxx-VD TRD-Nxxx-RZWD TRD-Nxxx-RZVWD
Description Light duty incremental encoder with solid shaft Light duty incremental encoder with hollow shaft Medium duty incremental encoder with solid shaft
Body: 38 mm diameter and 30 mm depth; Body: 38 mm diameter and 30 mm depth; Body: 50 mm diameter and 35 mm depth;
Size Shaft: 6mm diameter Shaft: 8mm diameter Shaft: 8mm diameter
Output Configuration NPN open collector (BD) Line driver (VD) NPN open collector (BD) Line driver (VD) Totem pole (RZWD) Line driver (RZVWD)
12–24 VDC (nominal) 5VDC (nominal) 12–24 VDC (nominal) 5VDC (nominal) 5–30 VDC (nominal) 5VDC (nominal)
Input Power Range: 10.8–26.4 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC Range: 10.8–26.4 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC Range: 4.75–30.0 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC
Resolutions Available 100 to 2500 pulses per revolution 100 to 2500 pulses per revolution 3 to 5000 pulses per revolution
Output Type Cable (two meter, tinned) Cable (two meter, tinned) Cable (two meter, tinned)

Frequency Response 200 kHz 200 kHz 100 kHz max 100 kHz max (≤3000 ppr)
200 kHz max (>3000 ppr)
Rating IP40 IP40 IP65

Accessories Available Metric-to-metric and metric-to-S.A.E. couplings – Metric-to-metric and metric-to-S.A.E. couplings,
mounting brackets

TRD-NH Series TRD-NA Series TRD-GK Series


Specification
TRD-NHxxx-RZWD TRD-NHxxx-RZVWD TRD-NAxxxNWD TRD-GKxxx-RZD
Description Medium duty incremental encoder with hollow shaft Medium duty absolute encoder with solid shaft Heavy duty incremental encoder with solid shaft
Body: 50 mm diameter and 35 mm depth; Body: 50 mm diameter and 35 mm depth; Body: 78 mm diameter and 60 mm depth;
Size Shaft: 8mm diameter Shaft: 8mm diameter Shaft: 10 mm diameter
Output Configuration Totem pole (RZWD) Line driver (RZVWD) NPN open collector Totem pole
5–30 VDC (nominal) 5VDC (nominal) 12–24 VDC (nominal) 10–30 VDC (nominal)
Input Power Range: 4.75–30.0 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC Range: 10.8–26.4 VDC Range: 9.7–30.9 VDC
Resolutions Available 3 to 5000 pulses per revolution 32 to 1024 pulses per revolution 30 to 5000 pulses per revolution
Output Type Cable (two meter, tinned) Cable (two meter, tinned) Cable (two meter, tinned)

Frequency Response 100 kHz max 100 kHz max (≤3000 ppr) 20 kHz max 100 kHz
200 kHz max (>3000 ppr)
Rating IP65 IP65 IP65

Accessories Available – Metric-to-metric and metric-to-S.A.E. couplings, Metric-to-metric and metric-to-S.A.E. couplings,
mounting brackets mounting brackets

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(SAE-dimension Encoders)
Company
Information

Systems
Overview

TRDA-2E series Programmable


Controllers

Features Field I/O


A light-duty encoder that is cost-effective for
small applications; has the following features: Software

C-more &
• Small body with 1.5 in. diameter and
1.6 in. depth other HMI

Drives
• 0.25 in. diameter solid shaft
• Resolution available from 100 pulses per
revolution to 2500 pulses per revolution Soft
• Open collector or line driver output Starters

Motors &
• Up to 200 kHz response frequency
• Two-meter cable with tinned ends TRDA-2Exxx-BD models TRDA-2Exxx-VD models Gearbox

Steppers/
• IP50 environmental rating
Servos
Incremental Light-duty Solid-shaft Encoders Incremental Light-duty Solid-shaft Encoders
Motor
Controls
(NPN Open-collector Output, TRDA-2ExxxBD) (Line-driver Output, TRDA-2ExxxVD)
Pulses per Input Pulses per Input
Proximity
Body Body
Sensors
Part Number Price Revolution Volt- Output Part Number Price Revolution Volt- Output
age Dia. age Dia.
TRDA-2E100BD <---> 100 TRDA-2E100VD <---> 100 Photo
Sensors
TRDA-2E360BD <---> 360 TRDA-2E360VD <---> 360
Limit
Switches
TRDA-2E500BD <---> 500 12–24 NPN Open TRDA-2E500VD <---> 500 Line Driver
1.5 in. 5VDC 1.5 in.
TRDA-2E1000BD <---> 1000 VDC Collector TRDA-2E1000VD <---> 1000 (differential)

TRDA-2E1024BD <---> 1024 TRDA-2E1024VD <---> 1024 Encoders

TRDA-2E2500BD <---> 2500 TRDA-2E2500VD <---> 2500 Current


Sensors

Accessories
Pressure
Sensors

Temperature
Sensors
Accessories for TRDA-2E Series Encoders
Part Number Price Description Couplings Pushbuttons/
Lights
For encoders with a solid shaft, please
F-2D <---> Mounting flange for TRDA-2E series encoders, NEMA23 mounting dimensions (height 1.05 in.)
F-3D <---> Mounting flange for TRDA-2E series encoders, NEMA34 mounting dimensions select a coupling that fits your encoder. Process
F-6D All couplings are in stock, ready to ship.
Relays/
<---> Mounting flange for TRDA-2E series encoders, NEMA23 mounting dimensions (height 1.34 in.)
F-7D <---> Mounting flange for TRDA-2E series encoders, 1 inch bolt-hole circle See the “Encoder Couplings” section Timers
for more information.
Comm.
F-8D <---> Mounting flange for TRDA-2E series encoders, NEMA42 mounting dimensions
2ET-035D <---> Mounting bracket for TRDA-2E series encoders
Terminal
Blocks &
Wiring

Power

Circuit
Protection

Enclosures

2ET-035D F-2D F-3D Tools

Pneumatics

Safety

Appendix

Product
Index

Part #
F-6D F-7D F-8D Index
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Light-duty Incremental Encoders
(SAE-dimension Encoders)
Specifications – TRDA-2E series
Electrical Specifications (SAE-dimension Light Duty)
TRDA-2ExxxxBD TRDA-2ExxxxVD
Model
(open collector) (line driver)
12–24 VDC (nominal) * 5VDC (nominal) *
Operating Voltage * Range: 10.8–26.4 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC
Power Supply Allowable Ripple 3% rms max.
Current Consumption 50 mA max. no load
Signal Waveform Quadrature + home position
Max. Response Frequency 200 kHz

Output Waveform Operating Speed (max response frequency / resolution) x 60


Duty Ratio (Symmetry) 50% ±25%
Index Signal Width 100% ±50%
(at Home Position)
Rise/Fall Time ** 1µs max. ** 100 ns max. **
Open collector Line driver
Output Type (NPN sinking) (26C31 or equivalent)
Negative logic Positive logic
Output Logic (active low) (active high)
Inflow 30 mA max.
Output Output Current 20 mA max.
Outflow –
H – 2.5V min.
Output Voltage
L 0.4V max. 0.5V max.
Load Power Supply Voltage 30 VDC max. –
Short-circuit Protection Between eachoutput and 0V –
* To be supplied by Class II source.
** With a cable of 2m or less; Max load.

Mechanical Specifications
Starting Torque 0.01 N·m [0.09 lb·in] max. @ 20 °C [68 °F]
Max. Allowable Shaft Load Axial: 20N [4.5 lb]; Radial: 30N [6.7 lb]
Max. Allowable Speed 5000 rpm (highest speed that can support the mechanical integrity of encoder)
Wire Size 26 AWG, shielded, oil-resistant PVC
Mounting Orientation can be mounted in any orientation
Weight approx. 170g [6.0 oz] (with 2m cable)

Environmental Specifications
Ambient Temperature -10 to 70 °C [14 to 158 °F]
Storage Temperature -25 to 85 °C [-13 to 185 °F]
Operating Humidity 35–85% RH (non-condensing)
Voltage Withstand 630V grounded through capacitor (a 630V cap is connected between 0V & FG lines)
Insulation Resistance 50 M⏲ min. (excluding shield)
Vibration Resistance durable for one hour along three axes @ 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75 mm half-amplitude
Shock Resistance 490 m/s2 (11 ms applied three times along three axes)
Protection IP50
Agency Approvals CE, RoHS, cULus (E189395)

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Company
Information

Systems
Overview

Specifications – TRDA-2E series


Programmable
Controllers

Wiring Diagrams
Field I/O

Software
Open Collector Connections
Cable shield is connected to the encoder body C-more &
(frame ground) other HMI
Blue: 0V
Drives
Brown: Power source
Black: OUT A Soft
White: OUT B Starters
Orange: OUT Z
Motors &
Shield: Ground Gearbox
Line Driver Connections
Cable shield is connected to the encoder body Steppers/
Servos
(frame ground)
Blue: 0V
Motor

Channel Timing Charts


Brown: Power Supply Controls
White: OUT A+
Gray: OUT A– Proximity
Sensors
Purple: OUT B+ Open Collector Models (TRDA-2ExxxBD)
Black: OUT B– Photo
Normal revolution Sensors
Orange: OUT Z+ (CW) T(100%)
Yellow: OUT Z– H Limit
Shield: Ground OUT A Switches
L a b cd
H Encoders
OUT B
L Current
Sensors
H
OUT Z Pressure

How to read the timing


L Sensors

charts
a, b, c, d = 1/4T±1/8T
Temperature
"Normal" means clockwise revolution Sensors
viewed from the shaft

Open Collector Models Pushbuttons/


Lights
Line Driver Models (TRDA-2ExxxVD)
Out A and Out B are 90 degrees out of Process
phase. Like any quadrature encoder, four Normal revolution
T(100%)
unique logic states are created internally to (CW) Relays/
H Timers
the encoder. This is based on the rising edge OUT A+
to rising edge (one cycle) on channel A or B L Comm.
that indicates one set of bars on the internal H
encoder disk has passed by the optical OUT A- Terminal
Blocks &
sensor. L a b cd Wiring

OUT Z is the absolute reference added to an H Power


OUT B+
incremental encoder and is also known as L
home position. It signifies a full rotation of Circuit
H Protection
the encoder shaft. OUT B-

Line Driver Models


L Enclosures

H Tools
Channel A (OUT A and A-not) and Channel OUT Z+
B (OUT B and B-not) are also 90 degrees L
Pneumatics
out of phase on line driver encoders. OUT H
Z is the same as on open collector models, OUT Z- Safety
L
and is the absolute reference (home posi- Appendix
a, b, c, d = 1/4T±1/8T
tion). It signifies one full rotation of the
"Normal" means clockwise revolution
encoder shaft. viewed from the shaft Product
Index

Part #
Index
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Light-duty Incremental Encoders
(SAE-dimension Encoders)
Dimensions – TRDA-2E series
Dimensions = in [mm]

TRDA-2ExxxxD 2ET-035D Mounting Bracket

F-2D Mounting Flange

F-7D Mounting Flange

F-3D Mounting Flange

F-8D Mounting Flange

F-6D Mounting Flange

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Company
Information

Systems
Overview

TRDA-20 series
Programmable
Controllers

Features Field I/O

A medium-duty encoder that is cost-effective for Software


small applications; has the following features:
C-more &
other HMI
• Small body with 2.0 in. diameter and 1.7 in. depth
• 0.375 in. diameter solid shaft
• Resolution available from 100 pulses per Drives

Soft
revolution to 2500 pulses per revolution
• Totem pole or line driver output Starters
• Up to 100 kHz response frequency (totem pole)
Motors &
Gearbox
• Up to 200 kHz response frequency (line driver) TRDA-20R1N models
• Two-meter cable with tinned ends
Steppers/
Servos
• IP50 environmental rating TRDA-20 Medium-duty Solid-shaft Incremental Encoders
(Totem-pole and Line-driver Output Models)
Motor
Part Number Pulses per Input Output
Price Revolution
Body Controls
Voltage Dia.
Proximity
TRDA-20R1N100RZD <---> 100 Sensors

Photo
TRDA-20R1N360RZD <---> 360
TRDA-20R1N500RZD <---> 500 Totem-pole Sensors
5–30 VDC
Limit
TRDA-20R1N1000RZD <---> 1000 sink/source

TRDA-20R1N1024RZD <---> 1024 Switches

TRDA-20R1N2500RZD <---> 2500 Encoders


2.0 in.
Current
TRDA-20R1N100VD <---> 100
TRDA-20R1N360VD <---> 360 Sensors

Pressure
TRDA-20R1N500VD <---> 500 Line-driver
Sensors
5VDC
TRDA-20R1N1000VD <---> 1000 (differential)

TRDA-20R1N1024VD <---> 1024 Temperature


Sensors
TRDA-20R1N2500VD <---> 2500
Pushbuttons/

Accessories
Lights

Process

Relays/
Accessories for TRDA-20 Series Encoders *
Timers
Couplings
Part Number * Price Description
Comm.
For encoders with a solid shaft, please
TRDA-20R1D <---> Mounting flange, round, 1.5 inch bolt-hole circle

select a coupling that fits your encoder. Terminal


TRDA-20R2D <---> Mounting flange, round, 1.625 inch bolt-hole circle
Blocks &
TRDA-20SND <---> Mounting flange, square
All couplings are in stock, ready to ship. Wiring
LM-001D ** <---> Mounting bracket for TRDA-20 & TRDA-25 encoders
See the “Encoder Couplings” section for Power
* The accessories in this table work only with TRDA-20R1Nxxxxxx series encoders,
more information.
Circuit
unless marked otherwise.
** Use of LM-001D also requires a TRDA-20SND replacement mounting flange, plus Protection
four customer-supplied 6-32 x 0.50 in long fasteners.
Enclosures

Tools

Pneumatics

Safety

Appendix

Product
Index
LM-001D TRDA-20R1D TRDA-20R2D TRDA-20SND
Part #
Index
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Medium-duty Incremental Encoders
(SAE-dimension Encoders)
Specifications – TRDA-20 series
Electrical Specifications (SAE-dimension Medium Duty)
TRDA-20R1NxxxxRZD TRDA-20R1NxxxxVD
Model
(Totem-pole) (Line Driver)
5–30 VDC (nominal) * 5VDC (nominal) *
Operating Voltage * Range: 4.75–30.0 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC
Power Supply Allowable Ripple 3% rms max
Current Consumption 60 mA max
Signal Waveform Quadrature + home position
Max. Response Frequency 100 kHz 200 kHz
Output Operating Speed (max response frequency / resolution) x 60
Waveform Duty Ratio (Symmetry) 50% ±25%
Index Signal Width 100% ±50%
(at home position)
Rise/Fall Time ** 3µs max ** 100 ns max **
Output Type Totem-pole Line driver (26C31 or equivalent)
Inflow 30 mA max
Output Current 20 mA max
Outflow 10 mA max
Output
H [(power voltage voltage) - (2.5V)] min 2.5V min
Output Voltage
L 0.4V max 0.5V max
Load Power Supply Voltage 35 VDC max –
Short-Circuit Protection between each output and 0V terminal –
* To be supplied by Class II source.
** With a cable of 2m or less; Max load.

Mechanical Specifications
Starting Torque 0.003 N·m (0.002 lb·ft) max @ 20 °C [68 °F]
Max Allowable Shaft Load Radial: 50N (11.2 lb); Axial: 30N (6.7 lb)
Max Allowable Speed 5000 rpm (max speed that the mechanical integrity of encoder can support)
Wire Size 0.2 mm2 [24 AWG] shielded, oil-resistant PVC
Mounting Orientation can be mounted in any orientation
Weight approx 270g (9.52 oz) [with 2m cable]

Environmental Specifications
Ambient Temperature -10 to 70 °C [14 to 158 °F]
Storage Temperature -25 to 85 °C [-13 to 185 °F]
Operating Humidity 35 to 85 %RH
Voltage Withstand 500 VAC @ 50/60Hz for one minute grounded through capacitor
Insulation Resistance 50 MΩ min (excluding shield)
Vibration Resistance 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75 mm half amplitude; durable for one hour along three axes

Shock Resistance 11 ms ~ 500 P/R metal slit 981 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
11 ms ~ 600 P/R glass slit 490 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
Protection IP50
Agency Approvals CE, RoHS, cULus (E189395)

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Information

Systems
Overview

Specifications – TRDA-20 series


Programmable
Controllers

Field I/O

Wiring Diagrams
Software

C-more &
Totem Pole Connections other HMI
Cable shield is connected to the encoder body
(frame ground) Drives
Blue: 0V
Soft
Brown: Power supply Starters
Black: OUT A
White: OUT B Motors &
Gearbox
Orange: OUT Z
Shield: Ground Steppers/
Line Driver Connections
Servos

Cable shield is connected to the encoder body


Motor
(frame ground) Controls

Channel Timing Charts


Blue: 0V
Brown: Power Supply Proximity
Sensors
Black: OUT A+
Totem Pole Models (TRDA-20R1NxxxRZD)
Purple: OUT A–
Photo
White: OUT B+ Normal revolution Sensors
Gray: OUT B– (CW) T(100%)
Orange: OUT Z+ H Limit
OUT A Switches
Yellow: OUT Z– L a b cd
Shield: Ground Encoders
H
OUT B Current
L Sensors

H
OUT Z Pressure

How to read the timing


Sensors
L

charts
a, b, c, d = 1/4T±1/8T Temperature
"Normal" means clockwise revolution Sensors
viewed from the shaft

Totem Pole Models


Pushbuttons/
Lights

Line Driver Models (TRDA-20R1NxxxVD)


Out A and Out B are 90 degrees out of Process

phase. Like any quadrature encoder, four Normal revolution


T(100%) Relays/
unique logic states are created internally to (CW) Timers
H
the encoder. This is based on the rising edge OUT A+
to rising edge (one cycle) on channel A or B L Comm.

that indicates one set of bars on the internal H Terminal


encoder disk has passed by the optical OUT A- Blocks &
Wiring
sensor. L a b cd
OUT Z is the absolute reference added to an H Power
OUT B+
incremental encoder and is also known as L Circuit
home position. It signifies a full rotation of Protection
the encoder shaft. H
OUT B- Enclosures
Line Driver Models
L

H Tools
Channel A (OUT A and A-not) and Channel OUT Z+
B (OUT B and B-not) are also 90 degrees L Pneumatics

out of phase on line driver encoders. OUT H Safety


Z is the same as on open collector models, OUT Z-
L
and is the absolute reference (home posi- Appendix
a, b, c, d = 1/4T±1/8T
tion). It signifies one full rotation of the
"Normal" means clockwise revolution Product
encoder shaft. viewed from the shaft Index

Part #
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Dimensions – TRDA-20 series
Dimensions = in [mm]

TRDA-20R1NxxxxxxD LM-001D Mounting Bracket

TRDA-20R1D Mounting Flange

TRDA-20R2D Mounting Flange

TRDA-20SND Mounting Flange

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Systems
Overview

TRDA-25 series
Programmable
Controllers
TRDA-25 Medium-duty Solid-shaft Incremental Encoders –

Features
(Totem-pole and Line-driver Output Models) – MS Connector *
Field I/O
Pulses per Input Output Body
Part Number * Price Revolution
A medium-duty encoder that is cost-effective for Software
Voltage Dia.
small applications; has the following features: TRDA25RN100RZWDMS <---> 100
C-more &
• Small body with 2.0 in. diameter and 2.15 in. depth TRDA25RN360RZWDMS <---> 360 other HMI

Drives
• 0.375 in diameter solid shaft TRDA25RN500RZWDMS <---> 500 Totem-pole
5–30 VDC
• Removable 2.5 in. round flange TRDA25RN1000RZWDMS <---> 1000 sink/source
• Resolution available from 100 pulses per Soft
Starters
TRDA25RN1024RZWDMS <---> 1024
revolution to 2500 pulses per revolution 2.0 in.
TRDA25RN2500RZWDMS <---> 2500
Motors &
• Totem pole or line driver output (2.5 in.
Gearbox
TRDA25RN100VWDMS <---> 100 round
• Up to 100 kHz response frequency (totem pole) flange)
Steppers/
• Up to 200 kHz response frequency (line driver) TRDA25RN360VWDMS <---> 360
• Military-style connector (cable sold separately) TRDA25RN500VWDMS <---> 500 Line-driver Servos
• IP65 environmental rating 5VDC
Motor
TRDA25RN1000VWDMS <---> 1000 (differential)

TRDA25RN1024VWDMS <---> 1024 Controls

TRDA25RN2500VWDMS <---> 2500 Proximity


Sensors
* TRDA25RNxxxxxWDMS encoders do NOT include cables or connectors,
Photo
which are sold separately in the “Accessories” section.
Sensors
Accessories for TRDA-25 Series Encoders *
Limit
Part Number * Price Description Switches

Encoders
TRDA-25RND <---> Mounting flange, round (2.5 in. dia. w/ 1.88 in B.C.)
TRDA-25SND <---> Mounting flange, square (2.5 in. dia.)
Current
TRDA-25 models TRDA-25CON-RZWD <---> Connector for TRDA-25RNxxxRZWD-MS, Totem Pole output, 7-pin MS connector Sensors

Pressure
TRDA-25CBL-RZWD-10 <---> Cable for TRDA-25RNxxxRZWD-MS, Totem Pole output, 7-pin MS connector, 10 ft

Accessories
TRDA-25CBL-RZWD-20 <---> Cable for TRDA-25RNxxxRZWD-MS, Totem Pole output, 7-pin MS connector, 20 ft Sensors

Temperature
TRDA-25CBL-RZWD-30 <---> Cable for TRDA-25RNxxxRZWD-MS, Totem Pole output, 7-pin MS connector, 30 ft

Couplings
TRDA-25CON-VWD <---> Connector for TRDA-25RNxxxVWD-MS, Line Driver output, 10-pin MS connector Sensors

Pushbuttons/
For encoders with a solid shaft, please TRDA-25CBL-VWD-20
TRDA-25CBL-VWD-10 <---> Cable for TRDA-25RNxxxVWD-MS, Line Driver output, 10-pin MS connector, 10 ft
Lights

select a coupling that fits your encoder.


<---> Cable for TRDA-25RNxxxVWD-MS, Line Driver output, 10-pin MS connector, 20 ft
Process
All couplings are in stock, ready to ship.
TRDA-25CBL-VWD-30 <---> Cable for TRDA-25RNxxxVWD-MS, Line Driver output, 10-pin MS connector, 30 ft

See the “Encoder Couplings” section for Relays/


LM-001D ** <---> Mounting bracket for TRDA-20 & TRDA-25 encoders
Timers
more information on.
* The accessories in this table work only with TRDA-25RNxxxxxWD-MS series encoders, unless marked otherwise.

Comm.
** Use of LM-001D also requires a TRDA-25SND replacement mounting flange, plus four customer-supplied
6-32 x 0.50 in long fasteners.

Terminal
Blocks &
Wiring

Power

Circuit
Protection

Enclosures
TRDA-25-CON-RZWD LM-001D TRDA-25RND TRDA-25SND
Tools

Pneumatics

Safety

Appendix

Product
Index

TRDA-25-CON-VWD TRDA-25CBL-RZWD TRDA-25CBL-VWD Part #


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Specifications – TRDA-25 series
Electrical Specifications – TRDA-25 (SAE-dimension Medium Duty)
TRDA25RNxxxxRZWDMS TRDA25RNxxxxVWDMS
Model
(Totem-pole) (Line Driver)
5–30 VDC (nominal) * 5VDC (nominal) *
Operating Voltage * Range: 4.75–30.0 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC
Power Supply Allowable Ripple 3% rms max
Current Consumption 60 mA max
Signal Waveform Quadrature + home position
Max. Response Frequency 100 kHz 200 kHz
Output Operating Speed (max response frequency / resolution) x 60
Waveform
Duty Ratio (Symmetry) 50% ±25%
Index Signal Width 100% ±50%
(at home position)
Rise/Fall Time ** 3µs max ** 100 ns max **
Output Type Totem-pole Line driver (26C31 or equivalent)
Inflow 30 mA max
Output Current 20 mA max
Outflow 10 mA max
Output
H [(power voltage voltage) - (2.5V)] min 2.5V min
Output Voltage
L 0.4V max 0.5V max
Load Power Supply Voltage 35 VDC max –
Short-Circuit Protection between each output and 0V terminal –
* To be supplied by Class II source.
** With a cable of 2m or less; Max load.

Mechanical Specifications
Starting Torque 0.05 N·m [0.04 lb·ft] @ 20 °C [68 °F]
Max Allowable Shaft Load Radial: 50N [11.2 lb]; Axial: 30N [6.7 lb]
Max Allowable Speed 3000 rpm (max speed that the mechanical integrity of encoder can support)
Wire Size –
Mounting Orientation can be mounted in any orientation
Weight approx 280g [9.88 oz]

Environmental Specifications
Ambient Temperature -10 to 70 °C [14 to 158 °F]
Storage Temperature -25 to 85 °C [-13 to 185 °F]
Operating Humidity 35 to 85 %RH
Voltage Withstand 500 VAC @ 50/60Hz for one minute grounded through capacitor
Insulation Resistance 50 MΩ min (excluding shield)
Vibration Resistance 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75 mm half amplitude; durable for one hour along three axes

Shock Resistance 11 ms ~ 500 P/R metal slit 981 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
11 ms ~ 600 P/R glass slit 490 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
Protection IP65
Agency Approvals CE, RoHS, cULus (E189395)

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Overview

Specifications – TRDA-25 series Channel Timing Charts


Programmable
Controllers

Totem Pole Models (TRDA25RNxxxRZWDxx) Field I/O

Connector Pin-out
TRDA25RNxxxVWDMS (Line Driver)
Normal revolution Software
(CW) T(100%)
Connector Pin Signal

H C-more &
A Out A+
OUT A other HMI
L
TRDA25RNxxxRZWDMS (Totem Pole) B Out B+
a b cd
Drives
H
Connector Pin Signal A H C Out Z+

OUT B
A Out A B I G D Power Supply
L Soft
A F C J F
Starters
B Out B D E
E n.c.
H
B G E

OUT Z
C Out Z F 0V
Motors &
C D
Viewed L Gearbox
D Power Supply G ground

a, b, c, d = 1/4T±1/8T
E n.c. from wiring H Out A–
Steppers/
Viewed
"Normal" means clockwise revolution
side (rear)
from wiring Servos
viewed from the shaft
F 0V I Out B–
side (rear)
Motor
G ground J Out Z–
Controls
Line Driver Models
A shielding wire is connected to frame ground. A shielding wire is connected to frame ground.
(TRDA25RNxxxVWDxx)
Proximity
Normal revolution Sensors
(CW) T(100%)
H
How to read the timing charts
Photo
OUT A+ Sensors
L
Limit

Totem Pole Models H Switches


OUT A-
L Encoders
Out A and Out B are 90 degrees out of phase. Like any quadra- a b cd
ture encoder, four unique logic states are created internally to the H Current
OUT B+
encoder. This is based on the rising edge to rising edge (one cycle) L
Sensors

on channel A or B that indicates one set of bars on the internal Pressure


H
encoder disk has passed by the optical sensor. OUT B- Sensors

OUT Z is the absolute reference added to an incremental encoder L


Temperature
and is also known as home position. It signifies a full rotation of H Sensors
the encoder shaft. OUT Z+
L Pushbuttons/

Line Driver Models


Lights
H
OUT Z- Process
Channel A (OUT A and A-not) and Channel B (OUT B and B-not) L
are also 90 degrees out of phase on line driver encoders. OUT Z a, b, c, d = 1/4T±1/8T Relays/
is the same as on open collector models, and is the absolute refer- "Normal" means clockwise revolution
Timers

ence (home position). It signifies one full rotation of the encoder viewed from the shaft
Comm.
shaft.
Terminal
Blocks &
Wiring

Power

Circuit
Protection

Enclosures

Tools

Pneumatics

Safety

Appendix

Product
Index

Part #
Index
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Dimensions – TRDA-25 series
Dimensions = in [mm]

TRDA25RN Encoder
3.31
[84.0]
3X 10-32 UNF-2B 2.15
X 7.0 DP 3X [54.5]
120°
Ø1.88
[Ø47.6] 0.03
B.C. [0.8]
3.59
Ø0.37 [91.2]
[Ø9.5] 0.83 2.34
Ø2.50 [21.1] [59.5]
Ø1.25 [Ø63.5]
[Ø31.8]

Ø0.99 0.69
[Ø25.1] [17.5]

TRDA-25RND Mounting Flange

TRDA-25SND Mounting Flange

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Light-duty Incremental Encoders
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TRD-MX series
Features
A light-duty incremental rotary encoder that is a
cost-effective encoder for small applications; has
the following features:
• Small body with 25 mm diameter and
29 mm depth
• 4 mm diameter solid shaft
• Resolution available from 100 pulses per
revolution to 1024 pulses per revolution
• Open collector output (4.5–13.2 or 10.8–26.4 VDC),
or line driver output (4.75–5.25 VDC)
• Up to 100 kHz response frequency TRD-MXxxxx-AD/BD models TRD-MXxxxx-VD models
• Two-meter cable with tinned ends
• IP50 environmental rating
• Mounting bracket and couplings are available

Light-duty Solid-shaft Incremental Encoders


(NPN Open-collector Output, TRD-MXxxxAD/BD)
Pulses per Input Body
Part Number Price Revolution Output Light-duty Solid-shaft Incremental Encoders
Voltage Dia.
(Line Driver Output, TRD-MXxxxVD)
TRD-MX100AD <---> 100
Pulses per Input Body
TRD-MX360AD <---> 360 Part Number Price Revolution Output
Voltage Dia.
4.5–13.2
TRD-MX500AD <---> 500
VDC
TRD-MX100VD <---> 100
TRD-MX1000AD <---> 1000
TRD-MX360VD <---> 360
TRD-MX1024AD <---> 1024 NPN Open 4.75–5.25
25 mm TRD-MX500VD <---> 500 Line Driver 25 mm
TRD-MX100BD <---> 100 Collector VDC
TRD-MX1000VD <---> 1000
TRD-MX360BD <---> 360
10.8–26.4 TRD-MX1024VD <---> 1024
TRD-MX500BD <---> 500
VDC
TRD-MX1000BD <---> 1000
TRD-MX1024BD <---> 1024

Accessories
Accessories for TRD-MX Series Encoders Couplings
For encoders with a solid shaft, please select a coupling that fits your
encoder. All couplings are typically in stock, and ready to ship.
Part Number Price Description

See the “Encoder Couplings” section for more information.


MM-4D <---> Servo mounting clamp for TRD-MX series encoders

MT-030D <---> Right-angle mounting bracket for TRD-MX series


encoders

Couplings
MM-4D
MT-030D

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Specifications – TRD-MX series


Programmable
Controllers

Field I/O
Electrical Specifications (Metric-dimension Light-duty TRD-MX)
Software
TRD-MXxxxAD TRD-MXxxxBD TRD-MXxxxVD
C-more &
Model
other HMI
(open collector) (open collector) (line driver)
5–12 VDC (nominal) * 12–24 VDC (nominal) * 5VDC (nominal) *
Drives
Operating Voltage * 4.5–13.2 VDC 10.8–26.4 VDC 4.75–5.25 VDC

Soft
Power Allowable Ripple 3% rms max
Supply Starters
Current Consumption 50 mA max (no load)
Motors &
Gearbox
Circuit Protection Required Limit current to 100 mA or less –
Signal Waveform Quadrature + home position
Steppers/
Max. Response Frequency Servos
100 kHz
Output Operating Speed
Motor
(max response frequency / resolution) x 60 Hz
Controls
Waveform
Duty Ratio (Symmetry) 50% ±25%

Proximity
Index Signal Width
Sensors
100% ±50%
(at Home Position)

Photo
Rise/Fall Time ** 2µs ** (sink current < 30 mA) 0.1 µs max ** (source current < 20 mA)
Output Type Open collector (NPN sinking) Line driver (26C31 or equivalent) Sensors

Output Logic Negative logic (active low) Positive logic (active high) Limit
Switches
Inflow 30 mA max
Encoders
Output Current 20 mA max
Output Outflow –
H – 2.5V min (source current < 20 mA) Current
Output Voltage Sensors
L 0.4V max (sink current < 30 mA) 0.5V max (source current < 20 mA)
Pressure
Sensors
Load Power Voltage 30 VDC max –
Short-circuit Protection – –
Temperature
Sensors
* To be supplied by Class II source.
** Cable length 2m or less. Maximum load.
Pushbuttons/
Lights
Mechanical Specifications (Metric-dimension Light-duty TRD-MX)
Starting Torque
Process
0.001 N·m [0.009 lb·in] max @ 20 °C [68 °F]
Max. Allowable Shaft Load Axial: 5N [1.1 lb]; Radial: 10N [2.2 lb]
Relays/
Timers
Max. Allowable Speed 6000 rpm (highest speed that can support the mechanical integrity of encoder)
Wire Size
Comm.
26 AWG, shielded, oil-resistant PVC
Weight approx 120g [0.3 lb]
Terminal
Environmental Specifications (Metric-dimension Light-duty TRD-MX) Blocks &
Wiring
Ambient Temperature -10 to 70 °C [14 to 158 °F]
Storage Temperature -25 to 85 °C [-13 to 185 °F] Power

Operating Humidity 35–85% RH (non-condensing) Circuit


Protection
Withstand Voltage * 630V grounded through capacitor (a 630V cap is connected between 0V & FG lines)
Insulation Resistance 20 MΩ min Enclosures

Vibration Resistance durable for one hour along three axes @ 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75 mm half-amplitude Tools

Pneumatics
Shock Resistance 490 m/s2 (11 ms applied 3-times, each X, Y, Z)
Mounting Orientation can be mounted in any orientation
Safety
Protection IP50
Agency Approvals CE, RoHS, cULus (E189395) Appendix

Product
* Withstand voltage is good for power supply, signal, and case; not good for shield wire.
Index

Part #
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(Metric-dimension Encoders)
Specifications – TRD-MX series Channel Timing Charts
How to read the timing
Open Collector Models
Wiring Diagrams
(TRD-MXxxxAD/BD)

charts
Normal revolution
(CW) T(100%)
Open Collector Connections
Cable shield is connected to the encoder body H
Open Collector Models
(frame ground)
OUT A
L a b c d
Blue: 0V
Brown: Power source Out A and Out B are 90 degrees out of H
phase. Like any quadrature encoder, four OUT B
Black: OUT A
L
White: OUT B unique logic states are created internally to
Orange: OUT Z the encoder. This is based on the rising edge H
OUT Z
Shield: Ground to rising edge (one cycle) on channel A or B L e
Line Driver Connections that indicates one set of bars on the internal
Cable shield is connected to the encoder body encoder disk has passed by the optical a, b, c, d = 0.25T ±0.125T; e = 1T ±0.125T
(frame ground) sensor. "Normal" means clockwise revolution
Blue: 0V viewed from the shaft
Brown: Power Supply OUT Z is the absolute reference added to an
Black: OUT A+ incremental encoder and is also known as
Purple: OUT A– home position. It signifies a full rotation of Line Driver Models (TRD-MXxxxVD)
White: OUT B+ the encoder shaft. It pulses once per
Normal revolution
Gray: OUT B– revolution. (CW) T(100%)

Line Driver Models


Orange: OUT Z+ H
Yellow: OUT Z–
OUT A+
L
Shield: Ground Channel A (OUT A and A-not) and Channel H
OUT A-
B (OUT B and B-not) are also 90 degrees L
out of phase on line driver encoders. OUT a b c d
Z is the same as on open collector models,
H
and is the absolute reference (home posi- OUT B+
tion). It signifies one full rotation of the L
encoder shaft. It pulses once per revolution. H
OUT B-
L

Dimensions – TRD-MX series OUT Z+


H
L
H
Dimensions = mm [in]
OUT Z-
L
e
TRD-MXxxxxD

a, b, c, d = 0.25T ±0.125T; e = 1T ±0.125T


"Normal" means clockwise revolution
viewed from the shaft

MT-030D Mounting Bracket

MM-4D Mounting Clamp

MM-4D requires (3) M3 x 0.5 tapped


holes equally spaced on a 32 mm
bolt circle in the mounting surface.

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TRD-S(H) series
Features
A light-duty encoder is a cost-effective
encoder for small applications and has the
following features:
• Small body with 38 mm diameter and
30 mm depth
• Dust proof (IP40 rating)
• 6 mm solid shaft or 8 mm hollow shaft
• Resolution available from 100 pulses per
revolution to 2500 pulses per revolution
• Open collector or line driver output
• Up to 200 kHz response frequency
Solid-shaft (TRD-S) model Hollow-shaft (TRD-SH) model
• Two-meter cable, tinned ends

Light Duty Solid Shaft Incremental Encoders Light Duty Hollow Shaft Incremental Encoders
(NPN Open Collector and Line Driver models) (NPN Open Collector and Line Driver models)
Pulses per Input Body Pulses per Input Body
Part Number Price Revolution Voltage Output Part Number Price
Diameter Revolution Voltage Output Diameter
TRD-S100-BD <---> 100 TRD-SH100-BD <---> 100
TRD-S200BD <---> 200 TRD-SH200BD <---> 200
TRD-S250BD <---> 250 TRD-SH250BD <---> 250
TRD-S300BD <---> 300 TRD-SH300BD <---> 300
TRD-S360-BD <---> 360 TRD-SH360-BD <---> 360
TRD-S400BD <---> 400 TRD-SH400BD <---> 400
TRD-S500-BD <---> 500 TRD-SH500-BD <---> 500
12–24 VDC NPN open
collector 12–24 VDC NPN open
collector
TRD-S600BD <---> 600 TRD-SH600BD <---> 600
TRD-S800BD <---> 800 TRD-SH800BD <---> 800
TRD-S1000-BD <---> 1000 TRD-SH1000-BD <---> 1000
TRD-S1024-BD <---> 1024 TRD-SH1024BD <---> 1024
TRD-S1200BD <---> 1200 TRD-SH1200BD <---> 1200
TRD-S2000BD <---> 2000 TRD-SH2000BD <---> 2000
TRD-S2500-BD <---> 2500 TRD-SH2500-BD <---> 2500
38mm 38mm
TRD-S100-VD <---> 100 TRD-SH100-VD <---> 100
TRD-S200VD <---> 200 TRD-SH200VD <---> 200
TRD-S250VD <---> 250 TRD-SH250VD <---> 250
TRD-S300VD <---> 300 TRD-SH300VD <---> 300
TRD-S360-VD <---> 360 TRD-SH360-VD <---> 360
TRD-S400VD <---> 400 TRD-SH400VD <---> 400
TRD-S500-VD <---> 500 Line driver TRD-SH500-VD <---> 500 Line driver
5VDC (differential) 5VDC (differen-
TRD-S600VD <---> 600 TRD-SH600VD <---> 600 tial)
TRD-S800VD <---> 800 TRD-SH800VD <---> 800
TRD-S1000-VD <---> 1000 TRD-SH1000-VD <---> 1000
TRD-S1024-VD <---> 1024 TRD-SH1024VD <---> 1024
TRD-S1200VD <---> 1200 TRD-SH1200VD <---> 1200
TRD-S2000VD <---> 2000 TRD-SH2000VD <---> 2000
TRD-S2500-VD <---> 2500 TRD-SH2500-VD <---> 2500

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Systems
Overview

Specifications – TRD-S(H) series


Programmable
Controllers

Field I/O
Electrical Specifications
Software
TRD-Sxxxx-BD TRD-Sxxxx-VD
Model TRD-SHxxxxBD C-more &
other HMI
TRD-SHxxxxVD
(open collector) (line driver)
12–24 VDC (nominal) * 5VDC (nominal) * Drives
Operating Voltage * Range: 10.8–26.4 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC
Soft
Starters
Power Supply Allowable Ripple 3% max. 150 mA max.

Motors &
Current Consumption 50 mA max.
Signal Waveform Quadrature + home position Gearbox

Steppers/
Max. Response Frequency 200kHz
Servos
Operating Speed (max response frequency / resolution) x 60
Motor
Controls
Duty Ratio 50% ±25%
Phase Difference Width 25% ±12.5%
Proximity
Signal Width at Home Position 100 ± 50% Sensors

Photo
Rise/Fall Time 1µs max. (when cable –
Sensors
length is 1m)

Output Type NPN open collector out- Line driver output


Limit
put, sinking (26C31 or equivalent)
Negative logic Negative logic Switches
Output Logic (active low) (active high)
Output Encoders
H – 2.5 V min.
Current
Output Voltage
Sensors
L 0.4 V max. 0.5 V max.
Current 30mA max. 20 mA max.
Pressure
Load Power Voltage 35 VDC max. – Sensors

Temperature
Short-Circuit Protection Between output and power supply
* To be supplied by Class II source Sensors

Mechanical Specifications Pushbuttons/


Lights
Starting Torque 0.001 Nm (.00074 ft./lbs) max
Process
Max. Allowable Shaft Load Radial: 20N (4.5 lbs) Axial: 10N (2.25 lbs)
Relays/
Timers
Max. Allowable Speed 6000 rpm (highest speed that can support the mechanical integrity of encoder)
Wire Size AWG26
Comm.
Mounting Orientation can be mounted in any orientation
Terminal
Blocks &
Weight approx. 150g (5.3 oz) with 2m cable

Environmental Specifications Wiring

Ambient Temperature -10 to 70°C; 14 to 158°F Power

Circuit
Storage Temperature -25 to 85°C; -13 to 185°F
Protection
Operating Humidity 35-85% RH
Withstand Voltage 500VAC (50/60Hz) for one minute Enclosures

Tools
Insulation Resistance 50M⏲ min.
Vibration Resistance durable for one hour along three axes at 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75 amplitude
Pneumatics
Shock Resistance 11 ms with 490 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
Protection IP40 Safety

Appendix

Product
Index

Part #
Index
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Dimensions – TRD-S(H) series
Hollow-shaft models
Solid-shaft models
Standard Shaft Models 10 --0.5
0

0 38 15 30
12 3 30
10 (26) 4

) 15
A 3
(4 5
3
0
12

120

ø20 –0.005
–0.02

ø6 –0.007
–0.012
ø38

8
24
8

2--M3
ø2

Four M3 tap screws (Depth: 6)


Installation surface 0 45

Section A--A
A
15
45
0
12

120

All dimensions in mm
Bore di Bore di
am am
ø20 +0.02 eter: ø20 +0.02 eter:
1mm = 0.03937in
0 0
8

8
ø2

ø2

Bore diameter: 2-ø3.5

Bore diameter: 3-ø3.5

Mounting hole panel cutout (3 holes) Mounting hole panel cutout (2 holes)

Wiring diagrams Channel timing charts How to read the timing


charts
Open collector connections Open Collector Models Open Collector Models
Cable shield is not connected to the encoder body;
enclosure is grounded through the 0V wire
Normal revolution Reverse revolution Out A and Out B are 90 degrees out of
phase. Like any quadrature encoder,
T(100%) T(100%)

four unique logic states are created


Blue: 0 V
H
Brown: Power source
internally to the encoder. This is based
OUT A
L
Black: OUT A
on the rising edge to rising edge (one
H
White: OUT B OUT B

Orange: OUT Z
L
a b c d d c b a cycle) on channel A or B that indicates
Shield: Ground
H one set of bars on the internal encoder
disk has passed by the optical sensor.
OUT Z
L

OUT Z is the absolute reference added


Line Driver Models to an incremental encoder and is also
known as home position. It signifies a
Normal revolution Reverse revolution
T(100%) T(100%)
full rotation of the encoder shaft.
Line driver connections
H

Line Driver Models


OUT A
L
Cable shield is not connected to the encoder body; H
Channel A (OUT A and A-not) and
enclosure is grounded through the 0V wire OUT B
L
a b c d d c b a
Channel B (OUT B and B-not) are also
90 degrees out of phase on line driver
H
OUT Z
Brown: Power source

L
encoders. OUT Z is the same as on
Blue: 0 V

a, b, c, =1/4T±1/8T open collector models, and is the


Black: OUT A

absolute reference (home position). It


Purple: OUT A "Normal" means clockwise revolution viewed from the shaft.

signifies one full rotation of the encoder


White: OUT B

shaft.
Gray: OUT B

Orange: OUT Z

Yellow: OUT Z

Shield: Ground

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Systems
Overview

TRD-N(H) series
Programmable
Controllers

Features Field I/O

The medium duty encoder offers the


Software
greatest flexibility of choice in a very high-
quality encoder, all for a very low price. C-more &
Features: other HMI

Drives
• Small body with 50 mm diameter and
35 mm depth
Soft
Starters
• Splash proof (IP65 rating)
• 8 mm solid shaft or 8 mm hollow shaft
• Incremental resolution available from Motors &
Gearbox
3 pulses per revolution to 5,000 pulses per Solid-shaft (TRD-N) model
Steppers/
revolution
• Line driver or Totem-pole (push-pull) Hollow-shaft (TRD-NH) model Servos

Motor
output
• Up to 200 kHz response frequency Controls

Proximity
Sensors
Incremental Medium Duty Solid Shaft Encoders Incremental Medium Duty Hollow Shaft Encoders
(Totem-pole Output, TRD-Nxxx-RZWD) (Totem-pole Output, TRD-NHxxx-RZWD)
Photo
Pulses per Input Body Pulses per Input Body Sensors
Part Number Price Revolution Volt- Output Part Number Price Revolution Volt- Output
Dia. Dia.
Limit
age age
Switches
TRD-N3-RZWD <---> 3 TRD-NH3-RZWD <---> 3
TRD-N4-RZWD <---> 4 TRD-NH4-RZWD <---> 4 Encoders

Current
TRD-N5-RZWD <---> 5 TRD-NH5-RZWD <---> 5
Sensors
TRD-N10-RZWD <---> 10 TRD-NH10-RZWD <---> 10
Pressure
Sensors
TRD-N30-RZWD <---> 30 TRD-NH30-RZWD <---> 30
TRD-N40-RZWD <---> 40 TRD-NH40-RZWD <---> 40
Temperature
Sensors
TRD-N50-RZWD <---> 50 TRD-NH50-RZWD <---> 50
TRD-N60-RZWD TRD-NH60-RZWD
Pushbuttons/
<---> 60 <---> 60
TRD-N100-RZWD <---> 100 TRD-NH100-RZWD <---> 100 Lights

Process
TRD-N120-RZWD <---> 120 TRD-NH120-RZWD <---> 120
TRD-N200-RZWD TRD-NH200-RZWD
Relays/
<---> 200 <---> 200
TRD-N240-RZWD <---> 240 TRD-NH240-RZWD <---> 240 Timers

Comm.
TRD-N250-RZWD <---> 250 TRD-NH250-RZWD <---> 250
TRD-N300-RZWD <---> 300 Totem-pole TRD-NH300-RZWD <---> 300 Totem-pole
Terminal
5–30 5–30
Blocks &
VDC (push-pull) 50 mm VDC (push-pull) 50 mm
TRD-N360-RZWD TRD-NH360-RZWD
Wiring
<---> 360 sink/source <---> 360 sink/source
TRD-N400-RZWD <---> 400 TRD-NH400-RZWD <---> 400
Power
TRD-N480-RZWD <---> 480 TRD-NH480-RZWD <---> 480
TRD-N500-RZWD TRD-NH500-RZWD Circuit
Protection
<---> 500 <---> 500
TRD-N600-RZWD <---> 600 TRD-NH600-RZWD <---> 600
TRD-N750-RZWD <---> 750 TRD-NH750-RZWD <---> 750 Enclosures

TRD-N1000-RZWD <---> 1000 TRD-NH1000-RZWD <---> 1000 Tools

Pneumatics
TRD-N1024-RZWD <---> 1024 TRD-NH1024-RZWD <---> 1024
TRD-N1200-RZWD <---> 1200 TRD-NH1200-RZWD <---> 1200
Safety
TRD-N2000-RZWD <---> 2000 TRD-NH2000-RZWD <---> 2000
TRD-N2500-RZWD <---> 2500 TRD-NH2500-RZWD <---> 2500 Appendix

TRD-N3000-RZWD <---> 3000 TRD-NH3000-RZWD <---> 3000 Product


Index
TRD-N3600-RZWD <---> 3600 TRD-NH3600-RZWD <---> 3600
Part #
Index
TRD-N5000-RZWD <---> 5000 TRD-NH5000-RZWD <---> 5000
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TRD-N(H) series
Incremental Medium Duty Solid Shaft Encoders Incremental Medium Duty Hollow Shaft Encoders
(Line Driver Output, TRD-Nxxx-RZVWD) (Line Driver Output, TRD-NHxxx-RZVWD)
Pulses per Input Body Pulses per Input Body
Part Number Price Revolution Volt- Output Part Number Price Revolution Volt- Output
age Dia. age Dia.
TRD-N3-RZVWD <---> 3 TRD-NH3-RZVWD <---> 3
TRD-N4-RZVWD <---> 4 TRD-NH4-RZVWD <---> 4
TRD-N5-RZVWD <---> 5 TRD-NH5-RZVWD <---> 5
TRD-N10-RZVWD <---> 10 TRD-NH10-RZVWD <---> 10
TRD-N30-RZVWD <---> 30 TRD-NH30-RZVWD <---> 30
TRD-N40-RZVWD <---> 40 TRD-NH40-RZVWD <---> 40
TRD-N50-RZVWD <---> 50 TRD-NH50-RZVWD <---> 50
TRD-N60-RZVWD <---> 60 TRD-NH60-RZVWD <---> 60
TRD-N100-RZVWD <---> 100 TRD-NH100-RZVWD <---> 100
TRD-N120-RZVWD <---> 120 TRD-NH120-RZVWD <---> 120
TRD-N200-RZVWD <---> 200 TRD-NH200-RZVWD <---> 200
TRD-N240-RZVWD <---> 240 TRD-NH240-RZVWD <---> 240
TRD-N250-RZVWD <---> 250 TRD-NH250-RZVWD <---> 250
TRD-N300-RZVWD <---> 300 Line driver 50 mm TRD-NH300-RZVWD <---> 300 Line
5VDC (differential) 5VDC driver 50 mm
TRD-N360-RZVWD <---> 360 TRD-NH360-RZVWD <---> 360 (differential)
TRD-N400-RZVWD <---> 400 TRD-NH400-RZVWD <---> 400
TRD-N480-RZVWD <---> 480 TRD-NH480-RZVWD <---> 480
TRD-N500-RZVWD <---> 500 TRD-NH500-RZVWD <---> 500
TRD-N600-RZVWD <---> 600 TRD-NH600-RZVWD <---> 600
TRD-N750-RZVWD <---> 750 TRD-NH750-RZVWD <---> 750
TRD-N1000-RZVWD <---> 1000 TRD-NH1000-RZVWD <---> 1000
TRD-N1024-RZVWD <---> 1024 TRD-NH1024-RZVWD <---> 1024
TRD-N1200-RZVWD <---> 1200 TRD-NH1200-RZVWD <---> 1200
TRD-N2000-RZVWD <---> 2000 TRD-NH2000-RZVWD <---> 2000
TRD-N2500-RZVWD <---> 2500 TRD-NH2500-RZVWD <---> 2500
TRD-N3000-RZVWD <---> 3000 TRD-NH3000-RZVWD <---> 3000
TRD-N3600-RZVWD <---> 3600 TRD-NH3600-RZVWD <---> 3600
TRD-N5000-RZVWD <---> 5000 TRD-NH5000-RZVWD <---> 5000

Wiring diagrams
Line driver
Line connections
driver connections
Totem-pole (push-pull)
Push-pull connections
connections Cable shield is not connected to the encoder body;
enclosure is grounded through the 0V wire
Cable shield is not connected to the encoder body;
enclosure is grounded through the 0V wire
Brown: Power source

Blue: 0 V Blue: 0 V

Brown: Power source Black: OUT A

Black: OUT A Purple: OUT A

White: OUT B White: OUT B

Orange: OUT Z Gray: OUT B

Shield: Ground Orange: OUT Z

Yellow: OUT Z

Shield: Ground

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Overview

Couplings
Programmable
Electrical Specifications Controllers

TRD-N(H)xxxx- TRD-N(H)xxxx- For encoders with a solid shaft, please select


Model RZWD RZVWD a coupling that fits your encoder. All Field I/O

couplings are typically in stock, ready to ship.


(Totem-pole) (Line Driver)
Software
See the “Encoder Couplings” section for
5–30 VDC (nominal) * 5VDC (nominal) *
Operating Voltage *
more information.
Range: 4.75–30.0 VDC Range: 4.75–5.25 VDC
Power Supply C-more &
other HMI
Allowable Ripple 3% rms max.

Mounting Flange & Brackets


Current Consumption 60 mA max.
Signal Waveform Quadrature + home position Drives

Soft
100kHz for ≤ 3000 ppr
Mounting Accessories
Starters
Max. Response Frequency 100 kHz
200kHz for > 3000 ppr
Operating Speed (max response frequency / resolution) x 60 Part # Price Description
Motors &
Gearbox
Duty Ratio 50% ±25% (square wave) Mounting Bracket: Metal; for use
JT-035D <--->
with all TRD-N/NH/NA encoders
Signal Width at Home Position 100% ±50%
Steppers/
Mounting Clamp: Metal; for use
Servos
Rise/Fall Time ** 3µs max ** 100 ns max ** NM-9D* <--->
with all TRD-N/NA encoders *
Totem Pole Line Driver Mounting Flange Kit: includes
Motor
Output Type NF-55D* <---> aluminum flange & NM-9D clamp;
Controls
(Push Pull) (26C31 or equivalent)
for use with all TRD-N/NA encoders *
Output Current Negative logic (active low) Positive logic (active high)
* Order NF-55D (flange & clamp) for new installations.
Output “H” (inflow) 30 mA max. Proximity
Sensors
Output Order NM-9D (clamp) for replacement parts only.
20 mA max
Current “L” (outflow) 10 mA max.
JT-035D NM-9D
Output “H” [(Load power volt) - 2.5V] 2.5V min Photo
Voltage “L” 0.4V max 0.5V max Sensors

Load Power Voltage 35 VDC max – Limit


* To be supplied by Class II source Switches

Encoders
** Cable length 2m or less. Maximum load.
Mechanical Specifications NF-55D
Current
Sensors
Starting Torque N (solid shaft): 0.02 N·m [0.18 lb·ft] ; NH (hollow shaft): 0.05 N·m [0.44 lb·ft]
Max. Allowable Shaft Radial: 50N [11.24 lb] ; Axial: 30N [6.74 lb]
Pressure
Load
Max. Allowable Speed Continuous: 3,000 rpm; Instantaneous: 5,000 rpm Sensors

Temperature
Wire Size 24 AWG

How to read the


Weight Approx. 270g [9.52 oz] with 2m cable Sensors

timing charts
Pushbuttons/
Environmental Specifications
Ambient Temperature -10 to 70 °C [14 to 158 °F] Lights

Totem Pole Models


Storage Temperature Process
-25 to 85 °C [-13 to 185 °F]
Operating Humidity 35–85% RH
Relays/
500 VAC (50/60Hz) Grounded through a Out A and Out B are 90 degrees out of Timers
phase. Like any quadrature encoder, four
Withstand Voltage * for one minute * capacitor

unique logic states are created internally Comm.


Insulation Resistance 50 M⏲ min. (excluding shield between power supply, signal cable and case)

to the encoder. This is based on the rising


durable for one hour along three axes at 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75 mm amplitude
Terminal
Vibration Resistance
edge to rising edge (one cycle) on
(excluding shield between power supply, signal cable and case)
Blocks &
Wiring
channel A or B that indicates one set of
≤500 ppr (metal slit) = 11 ms with 981 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
Shock Resistance
≥600 ppr (glass slit) = 11 ms with 490 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
bars on the internal encoder disk has Power
passed by the optical sensor.
Mounting Orientation can be mounted in any orientation

Circuit
Protection
OUT Z is the absolute reference added to
IP65
Protection
an incremental encoder and is also
Agency Approvals CE, RoHS, cULus (E189395)

Enclosures
known as home position. It signifies a full
* Voltage withstand is good for power supply, signal, and case; not good for shield wire.
Output Signal Timing Chart - Totem Pole Models
100% rotation of the encoder shaft. Tools

OUT A
H
Line Driver Models Pneumatics
L
H
Channel A (OUT A and A-not) and
Channel timing chart
OUT B Safety
L
a b c d Channel B (OUT B and B-not) are also
OUT Z
H
90 degrees out of phase on line driver Appendix
L
encoders. OUT Z is the same as on open
Product
T
collector models, and is the absolute Index
reference (home position). It signifies one
12.5% a, b, c, d 37.5%
50% T 150%
The above waveforms apply to normal (clockwise)
revolution viewed from the shaft. OUT Z phase is full rotation of the encoder shaft. Part #
Index
reversed on the RZL and RZWL models.
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Medium-duty Absolute Encoders
(Metric-dimension Encoders)
TRD-NA series
Features
Why use an absolute encoder? When Blue

power is cycled using an incremental Brown

encoder, any positioning information is Black

lost until home position is triggered. An


Red

absolute encoder uses gray code to


Orange

describe each position, so position data is


Yellow See

not lost when power is cycled. Features


Green Wiring
Connections
include:
Purple
Table
Gray
• Small body with 50 mm diameter and White
35 mm depth Black/White
• Splash proof (IP65 rating) Standard shaft (TRD-NA) model Red/White
shield *
• 8 mm solid shaft
* Cable shield is not connected to the encoder body;
• Absolute resolution available from 32 enclosure is grounded through the 0V wire
pulses per revolution to 1024 pulses per
revolution
• Open collector output
• Up to 20 kHz response frequency

Absolute Medium Duty Solid Shaft Encoders Wiring Connections


Input Voltage

Connector

Resolution
Wire
Resolution

Pin No.
Body Dia.

Part Number Price color


1024 / 720 512 / 360 256 / 180 128 64 32
Output

Blue 1 0V 0V 0V 0V 0V 0V
5 bit gray Brown 2 12/24V 12/24V 12/24V 12/24V 12/24V 12/24V
TRD-NA32NWD <---> code, 32
pulses per
revolution Black 3 bit 0 (20) no connection no connection no connection no connection no connection

6 bit gray Red 4 bit 1 (21) bit 0 (20) no connection no connection no connection no connection
TRD-NA64NWD <---> code, 64
pulses per Orange 5 bit 2 (22) bit 1 (21) bit 0 (20) no connection no connection no connection
revolution
Yellow 6 bit 3 (23) bit 2 (22) bit 1 (21) bit 0 (20) no connection no connection
7 bit gray
TRD-NA128NWD <---> code, 128 Green 7 bit 4 (24) bit 3 (23) bit 2 (22) bit 1 (21) bit 0 (20) no connection
pulses per
revolution Purple 8 bit 5 (25) bit 4 (24) bit 3 (23) bit 2 (22) bit 1 (21) bit 0 (20)
8 bit gray Gray 9 bit 6 (26) bit 5 (25) bit 4 (24) bit 3 (23) bit 2 (22) bit 1 (21)
TRD-NA180NWD <---> code, 180
pulses per White 10 bit 7 (27) bit 6 (26) bit 5 (25) bit 4 (24) bit 3 (23) bit 2 (22)
revolution
NPN open collector

Black/
10–26 VDC

8 bit gray White 11 bit 8 (28) bit 7 (27) bit 6 (26) bit 5 (25) bit 4 (24) bit 3 (23)
50 mm

TRD-NA256NWD <---> code, 256


pulses per bit 9 (29) bit 8 (28) bit 7 (27) bit 6 (26) bit 5 (25) bit 4 (24)
revolution Red/ 12
White (MSB) (MSB) (MSB) (MSB) (MSB) (MSB)
9 bit gray
code, 360 – 13 no connection no connection no connection no connection no connection no connection
TRD-NA360NWD <---> pulses per
revolution Shield* – GND GND GND GND GND GND
9 bit gray * GND (shielded cable) is not connected to encoder body;
code, 512 the enclosure is grounded through the 0VDC line.
TRD-NA512NWD <---> pulses per
revolution Note: Numbers in parentheses ( ) are the bits corresponding to binary code.

10 bit gray Note: Modules that support absolute encoder signals at high speed (220 Hz) are not currently
code, 720 offered.
TRD-NA720NWD <---> pulses per
revolution
10 bit gray
TRD-NA1024NWD <---> code, 1024
pulses per
revolution

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Overview

Specifications – TRD-NA series Accessories


Programmable
Controllers

Electrical Specifications Couplings Field I/O

For encoders with a solid shaft, please


Software
select a coupling that fits your encoder.
Model TRD-NAxxxx-NWD

All couplings are typically in stock, ready


12–24 VDC (nominal) *
C-more &
Operating Voltage *
to ship. other HMI
Range: 10.8–26.4 VDC
Power Supply
See the “Encoder Couplings” section for
Allowable Ripple 3% rms max.
Drives
more information.
Current Consumption 70 mA max.

Soft
Gray binary (38 gray codes at 180 resolution,
Starters
Output Code 76 at 360 resolution, and 152 at 720 resolution)

Mounting Bracket & Clamps


20 kHz (Maximum revolution speed = (max.
response frequency / resolution) x 60. The encoder Motors &
Max. Response Frequency does not respond to revolution faster than the Gearbox
maximum speed.)
Steppers/
300 rpm mechanical maximum Mounting Accessories
360
__________ = degree of accuracy Part # Price Description Servos
Accuracy Resolution x 2
Motor
Mounting Bracket: Metal; for use
Controls
Normal (CW) or reversed (CCW) (When viewed JT-035D <--->
with all TRD-N/NH/NA encoders
Direction of Rotation from the shaft, CW is clockwise direction, and
CCW is counterclockwise direction) Mounting Clamp: Metal; for use
Proximity
NM-9D* <--->
Sensors
with all TRD-N/NA encoders *
Rise/Fall Time 2µs max. (at 1kW load resistance and when cable
length is 2m or less) Mounting Flange Kit: includes
NF-55D*
Photo
<---> aluminum flange & NM-9D clamp;
Output Type NPN open collector
Sensors
for use with all TRD-N/NA encoders *
Output Logic Negative logic (active low) * Order NF-55D (flange & clamp) for new installations.

Limit
Order NM-9D (clamp) for replacement parts only.
Switches
Output Sinking Current 32 mA max.

16 mA → 32 mA: 1.5V max.


16 mA or less: 0.4V max. JT-035D NM-9D
Encoders
Residual Voltage
Load Power Voltage 35 VDC max.
Current
* To be supplied by Class II source Sensors

Mechanical Specifications Pressure


Sensors
Starting Torque 0.03 N·m [0.02 lb·ft]
Temperature
NF-55D
Sensors
Max. Allowable Shaft Load Radial: 50N [11.24 lbs] ; Axial: 30N [6.74 lbs]
Continuous: 3,000 rpm, instantaneous: 5,000 rpm; (highest speed that can support
Pushbuttons/
Max. Allowable Speed the mechanical integrity of encoder)
Lights
Wire Size 26 AWG
Weight Approx. 300g (10.58 oz) with 2m cable Process

Environmental Specifications Relays/


Timers
Ambient Temperature -10 to 60 °C [14 to 140 °F]
Storage Temperature -25 to 85 °C [-13 to 185 °F] Comm.

Operating Humidity 25–85% RH (with no condensation) Terminal


Blocks &
Insulation Resistance 10M⏲ min. Wiring

Power
Vibration Resistance Durable for one hour along three axes at 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75 mm amplitude
Shock Resistance 11 ms with 980 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
Circuit
Mounting Orientation Can be mounted in any orientation Protection

Enclosures
Protection IP65
Agency Approvals CE, RoHS, cULus (E189395)
Tools

Pneumatics

Safety

Appendix

Product
Index

Part #
Index
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Medium-duty Absolute and Incremental
Encoders (Metric-dimension Encoders)
Dimensions – TRD-N(H) & TRD-NA series
The following are the external dimensions
of both incremental and absolute medium
duty encoders and optional mounting
accessories.

Solid-shaft Incremental and Absolute Encoders Hollow-shaft Incremental Encoders


(TRD-N, TRD-NA) only (TRD-NH)
All dimensions in mm All dimensions in mm
3–M3 taps (depth 5) 15 5 35
1mm = 0.03937in 1mm = 0.03937in
120 o 10 2.5
0.5
Ø30 0–0.021
Ø45
Ø50

Ø8 0–0.018

17 max.
40
Ø
Home Position
Absolute Encoders Mounting surface
Oil seal Adjustment is made
by the mounting hole
on the cable outlet
side and the shaft
notch (facing down)

Optional Mounting Flange and Brackets for Medium-duty Encoders


JT-035D (bracket)
Mounting bolts: Four M3x10 hexagon
socket cap screws NF-55D (flange)
3X Ø0.13 dimensions = in [mm]
All dimensions in mm [Ø3.0] NM-9D (clamp)(included with NF-55D)
1mm = 0.03937in THRU 0.10
3X [2.5] 0.59 dimensions = in [mm]
Ø2.17 120° [15.0] 0.18
4- Ø3.5
[Ø55.0] [4.6]

0.71
Ø0.18 [18.0]
[Ø4.5]
0.08
Ø1.57 THRU
[Ø40.0] Ø1.19
[2.0]
B.C. [Ø30.2]
NF-55D flange & included NM-9D bracket: Requires (3) M4 x 0.7 tapped
holes equally spaced on a 64 mm bolt circle in the mounting surface.

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Heavy-duty Incremental Encoders
(Metric-dimension Encoders)
Company
Information

Systems
Overview

TRD-GK series
Programmable
Controllers

Features Field I/O

A heavy-duty encoder is the most rugged Software

encoder you can buy. Top-of-the-line C-more &


bearings allow a service life of 12 billion other HMI
revolutions. Features include:
Drives
• 10 mm solid shaft
• Rugged body with 78 mm diameter and Soft
Starters
60 mm depth
Solid-shaft (TRD-GK) model
Motors &
• Splash-proof IP65 rating
• Incremental operation from 30 pulses Gearbox
Electrical Specifications
Steppers/
per revolution to 5,000 pulses per
revolution Model TRD-GKxxxx-RZD Servos
• 100 kHz maximum response
Motor
10–30 VDC (nominal) *
Controls
frequency Operating Voltage Range: 9.7–30.9 VDC
• 10-30 VDC, Totem-pole output Power Supply
Proximity
Allowable Ripple 3% rms max.
At less than 16VDC: 50 mA max. / Sensors
Current Consumption at 16VDC or more: 70mA max.
Photo
Sensors
Output Signal Quadrature + home position
Duty Ratio 50% ±25%
Limit
Switches
Heavy Duty Standard Shaft Max. Frequency
Incremental Encoders 100kHZ max.
Response
Encoders
Output Waveform
Operating Speed (max response frequency / resolution) x 60
Pulses per Revolution

Signal Width at Home Current


Sensors
At 400P or less: 25 to 150%;
Position at 500P or more: 1° at 30’
Body Diameter

Pressure
Input Voltage

Model Price Rise/Fall Time 2µs max. (when cable length is 2m or less)
Sensors
Output Type Totem-pole
Temperature
Output

Sensors
Current: Outflow: H 30mA max.
Output Voltage: H (power source voltage - 4V) min.
Pushbuttons/
TRD-GK30-RZD <---> 30
Voltage: L 2V max. Lights
TRD-GK100-RZD <---> 100
Process
Load Power Voltage 35VDC max.
TRD-GK120-RZD <---> 120
* To be supplied by Class II source
Relays/
TRD-GK200-RZD <---> 200
TRD-GK240-RZD <---> 240 Mechanical Specifications Timers

TRD-GK250-RZD <---> 250 Starting Torque Max. 0.1 N·m (0.07 ft·lbs) max. at 20°C (68°F) Comm.

Terminal
TRD-GK300-RZD <---> 300 Max. Allowable Shaft Load Radial: 100N (22.48 lbs) Axial: 50N (11.24 lbs)
Blocks &
Wiring
TRD-GK360-RZD <---> 360 Max. Allowable Speed 5,000 rpm
Totem-pole (sink/source)

TRD-GK400-RZD <---> 400 Service Life of Bearing 12 billion revolutions (at max. allowable speed)
Power
10-30 VDC

TRD-GK500-RZD <---> 500 Wire Size AWG24


78mm

Circuit
Protection
TRD-GK600-RZD <---> 600 Weight Approx. 600g (21.16 oz) with 2m cable
TRD-GK800-RZD <---> 800 Environmental Specifications
Enclosures
TRD-GK1000-RZD <---> 1000 Ambient Temperature -10 to 70 °C [14 to 158 °F]
TRD-GK1200-RZD <---> 1000 Tools
Storage Temperature -25 to 85 °C [-13 to 185 °F]
Pneumatics
TRD-GK1500-RZD <---> 1500 Operating Humidity 35–85% RH (with no condensation)
TRD-GK1800-RZD <---> 1800
Safety
Insulation Resistance 50M⏲ min.
TRD-GK2000-RZD <---> 2000 At 500P or less: Durable for one hour along three axes at 10 to 55 Hz with 0.75 mm
TRD-GK2500-RZD <---> 2500 Vibration Resistance
amplitude Appendix
At 600P or more: Durable for one hour along three axes at 10 to 55 Hz with 0.35 mm
Product
amplitude
TRD-GK3600-RZD <---> 3600
At 500P or less: 11 ms with 980 m/s2 applied three times along three axes Index
TRD-GK5000-RZD <---> 5000 Shock Resistance At 600P or more: 11 ms with 294 m/s2 applied three times along three axes
Part #
Index
Protection IP65
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Heavy-duty Incremental Encoders
(Metric-dimension Encoders)
TRD-GK series Dimensions
Accessories External dimensions
Couplings
For encoders with a solid shaft, please
select a coupling that fits your encoder.
33 60 Max.25

All couplings are in stock, ready to ship.


10
3
o+ o 4–M4x0.7 screws 3
90 – 0.5 5
Depth : 12

See the “Encoder Couplings” section for


1
15

more information.
Mounting Brackets

010 –0.015
–0.029
0 56 –0.010

1
0
0 78
0 72

0 42
Mounting brackets for all TRD-GK encoders.

20
Mounting bolts: Four M6x20 hexagon
socket cap screws

6
90

X6
All dimensions in mm; 1 mm = 0.03937 in
All dimensions in mm; 1 mm = 0.03937 in

Servo mounting
4- Ø7 45
22.5 90
10
Dia. 4- 4.5
66
BCD All dimensions in mm; 1 mm = 0.03937 in

RT-11D
95

50±0.1mm

120 o

<--->
Ø56
10

Panel

85 104

Bore dia.
X56- X90-

KM-9D
<--->
dimensions = in [mm] 3–M5x0.8
tap screws (3–M5x0.8) screws Mounting metal fixture

Wiring diagram
Black: OUT A

Channel timingoutput
chart
White: OUT B

Two-phase
Orange: OUT Z

1P
Brown: Power source
a b c d
Forward
rotation Reverse rotation
Blue: 0 V
H
Shield: Ground OUT A
L
H
Cable shield is not connected to the encoder body;

How to read the timing charts


OUT B
enclosure is grounded through the 0V wire.
L

H
Totem Pole Models OUT Z
L
(RZ)

H
Out A and Out B are 90 degrees out of phase. Like any (RZL)
quadrature encoder, four unique logic states are created L
internally to the encoder. This is based on the rising edge to e
rising edge (one cycle) on channel A or B that indicates one
set of bars on the internal encoder disk has passed by the a, b, c, d = (1/4±1/8) P
optical sensor. e: 400 P or less: 25 to 150%
500 P or more: 1 ±30'
OUT Z is the absolute reference added to an incremental (At 1,800, 3,600, 5000 pulses only: 50 to 150%)
encoder and is also known as home position. It signifies a OUT Z generates home position in both directions.
full rotation of the encoder shaft.
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Encoder Accessories – Couplings
Encoder Couplings
Couplings provide a connection between solid-shaft encoders and
solid shafts. We offer aluminum, fiberglass, and polymer Misalignment compensation
couplings for metric, S.A.E. and metric-to-S.A.E. applications.
E a
S

Couplings Selection Guide and Dimensions


Shaft a E S Working

Material
Applicable Diameter D L F C
Type Part Number Price Encoders M Torque Torsional
d1 d2 max Rigidity
(shaft size)
( mm [in] ) ( mm [in] ) (N·m)
13 21 5.3 3 M3 0.4 0.4
GJ-4D <---> TRD-MX (4mm) 4mm 4mm
[0.51] [0.83] [0.21] [0.12] set screw

[0.02] [0.02]
0.6 N·m 6N·m/rad

15 22 5.2 3 M3 0.5 0.12


Fiber- GJ-6D <---> TRD-S (6mm) 6mm 6mm 6° 0.8 N·m 10 N·m/rad

Glass-fiber reinforced resin


[0.59] [0.87] [0.20] [0.12] set screw [0.02] [0.005]
glass
(metric) GJ-8D 19 24 6.8 3.5 M4 0.5 0.4
<---> TRD-N/NA (8mm) 8mm 8mm 5° 1.5 N·m 20 N·m/rad
[0.75] [0.94] [0.27] [0.14] set screw [0.02] [0.016]
22 26 7.1 4 M4 0.5 0.12
GJ-10D <---> TRD-GK (10 mm) 10 mm 10 mm
[0.87] [1.02] [0.28] [0.16] set screw

[0.02] [0.005]
2.0 N·m 32 N·m/rad

15 22 5.2 3 M3 0.5 0.12


Fiber- GJ-635D <---> TRDA-2E (0.25 in) 0.25 in 0.25 in
[0.59] [0.87] [0.20] [0.12] set screw

[0.02] [0.005]
0.8 N·m 10 N·m/rad
glass
(SAE) 25 32 7.3 3.5 M4 0.5 0.12
GJK-953D <---> TRDA-20/25 (0.375 in) 0.375 in 0.375 in
[0.98] [1.26] [0.29] [0.14] set screw

[0.02] [0.005]
2.0 N·m 32 N·m/rad

STP-MTRA-SC- <---> TRDA-2E (0.25 in) 0.25 in 0.50 in


25 38 9.9 5.4 M3

0.3 0.12
3.7 N·m 0.36 °/lb·in

Engineered
Polymer 1412

polymer
[0.98] [1.50] [0.39] [0.21] cap screw [0.01] [0.005]
(SAE) STP-MTRA-SC- 25 38 9.9 5.4 M3 0.3 0.12
<---> TRDA-20/25 (0.375 in) 0.375 in 0.50 in 5° 3.7 N·m 0.36 °/lb·in
3812 [0.98] [1.50] [0.39] [0.21] cap screw [0.01] [0.005]
19.1 19.1 4.6 2.4 M3 0.25 0.25
ARM-075-5-4D <---> TRD-MX (4mm) 4mm 5mm
[0.75] [0.75] [0.18] [0.09] set screw

[0.01] [0.01]
2.3 N·m 8.2 N·m/rad

Aluminum alloy
19.1 19.1 4.6 2.4 M3 0.25 0.12
Alumi- RU-075D <---> TRD-S (6mm) 6mm 6mm
[0.75] [0.75] [0.18] [0.09] set screw

[0.01] [0.005]
1.0 N·m 8.2 N·m/rad
num
(metric) JU-100D 25.4 25.4 6.6 3.8 M5 0.25 0.25
<---> TRD-N/NA (8mm) 8mm 8mm 5° 1.6 N·m 14.3 N·m/rad
[1.00] [1.00] [0.26] [0.15] set screw [0.01] [0.01]
25.4 25.4 6.6 3.8 M5 0.25 0.12
RU-100D <---> TRD-GK (10 mm) 10 mm 10 mm
[1.00] [1.00] [0.26] [0.15] set screw

[0.01] [0.005]
1.6 N·m 14.3 N·m/rad

0.1875 13 19 5.5 2.5 M2 0.4 0.2


ML13P-4-476D <---> TRD-MX (4mm) 4mm in [0.51] [0.75] [0.22] [0.10] set screw

[0.02] [0.01]
0.25 N·m 44 N·m/rad

TRD-MX (4mm) 16 23 7 3 M3 0.6 0.3

Aluminum alloy (Bent plate: Polyimide)


ML16P-4-635D <--->
TRDA-2E (0.25 in)
4mm 0.25 in
[0.63] [0.91] [0.28] [0.12] set screw

[0.02] [0.01]
0.4 N·m 70 N·m/rad

TRD-S (6mm) 16 23.2 7 3 M3 0.3 0.3


MCGL16-6-635 <--->
TRDA-2E (0.25 in)
6mm 0.25 in
[0.63] [0.91] [0.28] [0.12] set screw
3.5°
[0.01] [0.01]
0.4 N·m 70 N·m/rad
Alumi-
num TRD-N/NA (8mm) 20 26 7.5 3.7 M3 0.3 0.4
(metric- MCGL20-8-635
<---> 8mm 0.25 in 3.5° 0.6 N·m 130 N·m/rad
TRDA-2E (0.25 in) [0.79] [1.02] [0.30] [0.15] set screw [0.01] [0.02]
to-SAE) TRD-N/NA (8mm) 20 26 7.5 3.7 M3 0.3 0.4
MCGL20-8-952 <--->
TRDA-20/25 (0.375 in)
8mm 0.375 in
[0.79] [1.02] [0.30] [0.15] set screw
3.5°
[0.01] [0.02]
0.6 N·m 130 N·m/rad

TRD-GK (10 mm) 25 30.2 9 4 M4 0.3 0.5


MCGL25-10-635 <--->
TRDA-2E (0.25 in)
10 mm 0.25 in
[0.98] [1.19] [0.35] [0.16] set screw
3.5°
[0.01] [0.02]
1.4 N·m 240 N·m/rad

TRD-GK (10 mm) 25 30.2 9 4 M4 0.3 0.5


MCGL25-10-952 <--->
TRDA-20/25 (0.375 in)
10 mm 0.375 in
[0.98] [1.19] [0.35] [0.16] set screw
3.5°
[0.01] [0.02]
1.4 N·m 240 N·m/rad
Aluminum alloy

ARM-075-635- <---> TRDA-2E (0.25 in) 0.25 in 0.25 in


19.1 19.1 4.6 2.4 M3

0.25 0.25
1.0 N·m 8.2 N·m/rad
Alumi- 635D [0.75] [0.75] [0.18] [0.09] set screw [0.01] [0.01]
num
(SAE) ARM-100-9525- <---> TRDA-20/25 (0.375 in) 0.375 in 0.375 in
25.4 25.4 6.6 3.8 M5

0.25 0.25
1.6 N·m 14.3 N·m/rad
9525D [1.00] [1.00] [0.26] [0.15] set screw [0.01] [0.01]
* mm ÷ 25.4 = inches

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Encoder Accessories – Couplings Company
Information

Encoder Couplings – Dimensions


Systems
Overview

Programmable
Controllers
GJ-xxD Fiberglass Couplings (metric) & STP-MTRA-SC-xxxx Polymer Couplings
GJx-xxxD Fiberglass Couplings (SAE)
L Field I/O
D
C C
Software

d1 d2 C-more &
other HMI
M
Drives
F F
Soft
Starters

Motors &
Gearbox

Steppers/
ARM-xxxxxxD Aluminum Couplings (metric & SAE)
MCGLxx Aluminum Couplings &
ML1xP-4-xxxD Aluminum Couplings Servos
Bent plate: polyimide
Motor
C C M Controls

Proximity
d1 d2 D Sensors

Photo
F F Sensors

L
Limit
Switches

Encoders

Current
RU-075D, RU-100D, and JU-100D Aluminum Couplings Sensors
L
C C ° Pressure
120 Sensors

Temperature
d1 d2 Sensors

Pushbuttons/
D Lights
F F M
Process

Relays/
Timers

Comm.

Terminal
Blocks &
Wiring

Power

Circuit
Protection

Enclosures

Tools

Pneumatics

Safety

Appendix

Product
Index

Part #
Index
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Encoders Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a differential line provides the rated PPR for each encoder. Q: Is shielded cable needed?
output? For example: with a 100 PPR encoder, A: YES. The use of shielded cable is highly
there are 100 pulses per revolution from recommended. This is especially true for
A: Differential output refers to the fact that
channel A, and 100 pulses from channel areas in which large amounts of electrical
each channel has a complement channel,
B. This is a total of 200 pulses if your noise exist. If you are having any noise prob-
i.e. Channel A and Channel A not. A
controller can count both channels (X2 lems, or suspect that you might, then use a
differential line driver is used to help
logic). Some controllers can count the shielded cable.
increase noise immunity. It also allows
rising edge and the falling edge of each
you to sink or source more current than a
Totem-pole output. A differential line
pulse (on both channels) thereby Q: How do I set my calibration
driver will work with either a sinking or
increasing the effective resolution by a constant?
factor of four (X4 logic), and counting 400 A: The calibration constant can be simpli-
sourcing circuit. It can also help in
edges per revolution on a 100 PPR quad- fied by selecting the correct pulses per
increasing the distance that a signal is
rature encoder. This doesn't mean that revolution (PPR). When choosing your
transmitted.
there are 400 pulses coming from a 100 calibration constant, remember: the
Q: What is an open collector PPR quadrature encoder. closer to 1, the better. The value of the
output? Q: Why do I need a pull-up calibration constant is your best resolution
per pulse of the encoder.
A: An open collector output is an NPN resistor?
transistor. An NPN transistor allows the
sinking of current to common. It can be
A: A pull-up resistor is used to pull the Q: How do I choose the pulses
thought of as a switch that allows the
logic high voltage level up to the level of per revolution (PPR)?
the operating voltage. This is useful when A: When choosing the PPR value of the
circuit to be connected to common after
the output of the open collector is not encoder, you should follow a few simple
the load. This means that a source is
reaching the voltage level needed to indi- rules. Make sure that you do not choose
required for the output to work. A supply
cate a logic high signal or when noise is a PPR that will exceed the maximum input
through a load must be connected to the
present on the signal line. When a logic frequency of the controller (or whatever
output, otherwise the NPN transistor is
high signal is present, its voltage level will device the encoder is driving). To calcu-
simply creating a path to common, (i.e., a
be approximately that of the operating late the max frequency of the encoder
dry contact). Therefore, if you were to
voltage for an open circuit. The difference signal (in Hz): simply multiply the speed
measure the voltage at the output of an
is due to the voltage drop across the pull- that the encoder will spin (in revs/sec) by
open collector that is not connected to
up resistor. This is not necessarily true if the PPR of the encoder (don't forget to
some supply, you would not see a change
the load is referenced to ground. Pull-up take X2 or X4 logic into account if it
in voltage. The voltage should be
resistors are also used to convert sinking applies for your application). Try to chose
measured across the output load to deter-
devices to sourcing devices, which inverts a PPR that is an even multiple of the value
mine if the open collector is working
the pulse train. you are trying to measure or display. For
properly.
Q: What is the difference example, if one revolution of the encoder
Q: What is a Totem-pole output? equates to 12 inches of travel, you might
A: A Totem-pole output, sometimes
between X2 and X4 logic? chose a 1200 PPR encoder. This can
referred to as a push-pull output, is a A: Some devices that are commonly inter- eliminate or simplify the need for a cali-
bipolar output with active devices that are faced to encoders (controllers, counters, bration constant or scaling factor and
controlled such that, as the resistance of displays) can detect more events per revo- more importantly, it eliminates the possi-
one increases, the resistance of the other lution than the rated PPR output of a bility of accumulating a rounding error
decreases; so that according to the rela- quadrature encoder signal. Because a over many cycles of the encoder. In this
tive states of the two active devices, the quadrature encoder provides two chan- example you would be able to measure
output voltage can swing between levels nels of pulses, a controller that counts the the travel to a resolution of 1/100 of an
approaching the two supply voltages. The pulses on both channels can count twice inch. You should also consider any 2x or
term ‘totem-pole output,’ as commonly (X2) the PPR output of a given encoder. 4x counting logic in your controller. If
used, does not include three-state For example, a controller with X2 logic your controller can "see" pulses on both
outputs. can count 240 pulses per rev. from a 120 the A and B channels (2x logic), then it
PPR encoder. Some controllers can count will count 2400 pulses for every 12
Q: What is a quadrature output? the rising edge and the falling edge of inches of travel in our example. If the
A: Quadrature output refers to the use of each pulse (on both channels) thereby controller counts both the leading edge
two output channels (A and B) separated counting four times (X4) the PPR rating of and the trailing edge of each of the
by 90 degrees of phase shift. The fact that the encoder (or 480 edges per revolution pulses on both channels (4x logic), then it
the signals are 90 degrees out of phase in our example). It's important to will count 4800 edges per revolution and
allows a controller to determine the direc- remember that a quadrature encoder your effective resolution would increase to
tion of rotation, i.e. if channel A leads B produces two channels of pulses at a 1/400 of an inch per count.
then the encoder is spinning one direction, given PPR. X2 or X4 logic refers to how
if B leads A then the other. See the channel the controller (or other device) interprets ( FAQs continued on next page )
timing charts for a graphical view of this those pulse streams.
concept. Remember that each channel

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Systems

Q: How accurate will an encoder Q: Why use an absolute Q: What is a sinking or sourcing
Overview

be in my application? encoder? Input? Programmable


Controllers
A: Encoders can provide a very accurate A: An absolute encoder has each position A: Sinking and sourcing inputs simply
indication of rotational position, but it's of the revolution uniquely numbered. This refer to the current flow in a transistor.
impossible to say how accurate a given means that instead of an output of pulses, This means that they require a voltage Field I/O

encoder will be in a real-world applica- you get an output that is a specific value and a load to operate. A sinking input Software
tion. Mechanical inaccuracies and elec- in a binary format. This is very useful requires the voltage and load to be
trical issues such as noise, or lost counts when exact positioning is a must. If the present before connecting it to the circuit. C-more &
can affect the accuracy of any system. A power should be lost, the actual value of This means that it is “sinking” the current other HMI

good rule of thumb is to design the the position will be known when power is to ground for the circuit. A sourcing input Drives
system to measure from 2 to 5 times more restored, since each location in an must be before the load in the circuit. This
resolution than your desired accuracy. For absolute encoder’s revolution is a unique means that it is “sourcing” the current to Soft
Starters
example: if you wish to accurately binary value. The exact position will be the circuit. Voltage and a load must be
measure movement of 1/100th of an known even if the controller loses power present in either case to detect a voltage Motors &
inch, you should select an encoder that and the process is moved. change at the input. The same is true for Gearbox

can deliver at least 200 counts per inch sinking or sourcing outputs.
Q: What is gray code?
Steppers/
of resolution. In a rotary application - if Servos
you need accuracy within 6 degrees, A: Gray code is a form of binary. The
Motor
select an encoder that can deliver at least difference between gray code and binary Controls
120 counts per revolution ( a resolution is the method of incrementing to the next
of 3 degrees) to your controller. number. In gray code, only one digit may Proximity
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change states for every increment. This
Q: How far away can I place my means the count sequence would look Photo

encoder from my system?


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something like this: 0, 1, 3, 2, 6, and 7.
A: There is no set answer to this question. This is different than standard binary, Limit
Many factors play a role in determining where the sequence would be 0,1, 2, 3, Switches

the maximum length of cable that can be 4, and 5. Encoders


used to connect the units together. The Gray code is used to prevent errors as
largest problem with running long lengths transitions to the next state occur. An Current
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of cable is that the cable becomes more example of how an error could occur
susceptible to noise. This is due to the would be when both values in the Pressure
capacitance of the cable, the cable acting sequence were true. This can occur due to
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as an antenna, and the loss of power the timing sequence and the capacitance Temperature
through the cable. The maximum distance of the cable. The transition from 0011 to Sensors

of cable can be achieved by following 0100 could cause 0111 to be generated. Pushbuttons/
some basic wiring principles. Do not run With gray code this is not possible. Lights
the cable near objects that create a lot of
electrical noise. This includes AC motors, Q: How do I convert gray code to Process

arc welders, AC power lines, and trans- binary? Relays/


formers. Use twisted pair cabling when A: The conversion from gray code to Timers

using the signal and its compliment, and binary is simple. Comm.
shielded cabling when running any type of
signal. Use the highest voltage available Step 1: Write the number down and copy
Terminal
for the output voltage. For example, if the the left most digit under itself. Blocks &
Wiring
encoder will output 5 to 24 volts, then use Step 2: Add the highlighted binary digit to
24 volts. Use an open collector or differ- the gray code immediately up and to the Power

ential line driver output with a differential right of it. So, 1 plus 1 is 0 dropping the
receiver so that the maximum amount of carried digit. Write the result next to the Circuit
Protection
current can be sink/sourced. If you are binary digit just added. Drop all of the
using the encoder as an input to more carried digits. Enclosures

than one controller, use a signal amplifier. Step 3: Repeat Step 2 until the number is Tools
This is also a good way to help increase completed.
the distance a signal can travel. Typical Pneumatics
maximum distances for a differential line
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driver are around 100ft., or more when
using a differential input, and for an open Appendix
collector the distance is around 35 ft.
Product
Index

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