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Accessories 21
Absolute Encoders 14-15
Use absolute encoders when position data must
be retained after loss of power. Examples include
robotics, lead/ball screws, overhead cranes, and
rack and pinion applications. We look forward to working with you!
■ Elevators ■ Transportation
T
he customer’s perception of value is key, and this Supplier of Choice Customers have direct
perception is shaped by the total experience with Successful relationships access to ISO Certificates
SICK|STEGMANN’s performance. This is why we put between customers and and our Quality Policy, which
great effort into familiarizing our entire organization with suppliers result from the outlines the commitment
the expectations and needs of our customers. In order to creation of value, trust, to our customers. The
ensure that customers’ expectations are met and exceeded, and ease of cooperation. Vision Statement describes
SICK|STEGMANN has adopted a pragmatic approach, where Therefore we appreciate any how we see the future of
quality is an integral part of all business processes. input related to expectations the markets we serve, the
or improvements, and products we sell, and the
Since the introduction of ISO 9000 standards, quality in we welcome Customer organization that delivers
many organizations has taken on an identity that is detached Audits of our operations. In them. Our Mission Statement
from other business functions. Similar to our innovative addition SICK|STEGMANN documents what we strive
product designs, SICK|STEGMANN’s Management Systems provides a variety of tools to accomplish through our
go beyond the conventional scope of typical quality that allow customers day-to-day activities. Finally,
systems. Comprehensive IT tools and controls are employed easy access to product our Ethics Statement serves
throughout the entire organization in order to effectively and information, efficient and as the conscience of the
efficiently manage information, services, design processes, convenient communication, organization. Each statement
and operations. Thus, customer focus is an integral part of and direct access to sales is supported by measurable
every business aspect — be it product or service. and technical support objectives, and performance
professionals. Our website, is monitored continuously.
As visible evidence to our customers, SICK|STEGMANN www.stegmann.com,
maintains ongoing registration to ISO 9001:2000. not only serves as a Ultimately our customers
comprehensive resource for decide where they can
product information, data find the best value.
sheets, 2D and 3D drawings, SICK|STEGMANN’s objective
installation guides, shipment is to be their Supplier of
tracking, and application Choice.
support, but also features a
section exclusively dedicated
to quality.
Incremental Encoders
Use an incremental encoder when retention of absolute
position upon power loss is not required. Examples include
velocity control and simple point-to-point applications.
Basic Operation of Optical Rotary Incremental Encoders Tachometer Encoders Differential Outputs
Optical rotary incremental encoders have five main components: A single channel (e.g. A) Correct position information
incremental encoder, or can depend on eliminating
■ LED light source ■ Photodetector(s) tachometer, is used in false signals caused by
■ Rotating code disk ■ Amplifying/squaring systems that operate in only external electrical noise. An
■ Stationary mask electronics one direction and require encoder with complemented
simple velocity information. outputs, in combination with
As the code disk rotates in front of the stationary mask, it Velocity can be determined a control that uses differential
shutters light from the LED. The light that passes through the from the time interval operational-amplifiers, can
mask is received by the photodetector, which produces pulses between pulses, or by the minimize noise problems.
in the form of a quasi-sine wave. The encoder electronics number of pulses within a When channel A goes high, its
convert the sine wave into a square signal, ready for given time period. complement channel A goes
transmission to a counter. low. Electrical noise will affect
Quadrature Encoders both channels in the same
Conventional Code Disks Quadrature encoders have way, and can thus be ignored
Conventional incremental code disks contain a fixed number dual channels, A and B, by the differential op-amps.
of equally spaced opaque lines that produce a corresponding which are electrically phased
number of pulses per revolution (PPR). Each line count requires 90° apart. Thus, direction of Marker Pulse
a unique code disk. The position and spacing of the lines on rotation can be determined The zero, or marker pulse
the disk requires a high degree of precision. Physical limitations by monitoring the phase is a rectangular pulse that
determine the maximum number of lines that can be created relationship between the two is transmitted once per
on a code disk of a given size. channels. In addition, with revolution. It is used as
However, with new technology created by SICK|STEGMANN, a dual-channel encoder, a a reference to a defined
our new DFS family will allow up to 65,536 lines and certain four times multiplication of mechanical position, mainly
versions of the encoder will allow the customer to program it resolution can be achieved during commissioning or
and reprogram it to various line counts, as needed. by externally counting the start-up after power loss.
rising and falling edges of
Electronics board each channel (A and B). For A
(Signal conditioning)
example, an encoder that A
quadrature.
Rotating
encoder disk
A Channel
Bandwidth Considerations
Stationary mask Encoder resolution and
B Channel
shaft speed determine the
Photodetector
frequency of the output
The basic structure of an Quadrature signals. Careful consideration
Signal
incremental encoder with of the application requirements
conventional code disk. and the encoder capabilities
is required.
Rotating
Encoder Disk
Tracks
Typical disk pattern showing radial
scanning method used to read position
Incremental Encoders
Selection Guide
While rotary encoders are used in most applications DFS 60 HEAVY DUTY
!
without incident, there are inherent limitations in N EW INCREMENTAL ENCODERS
current encoder designs. The new DFS encoder by
SICK|STEGMANN addresses these limitations with all 3 3 3
RoHS RoHS RoHS
new technology. 2002/95/EC 2002/95/EC 2002/95/EC
For information on
the new DFS technology.................... see page 8-9
For detailed information on
other incremental encoders.......see pages 10-13
Heavy Duty Encoders
1 to 65,536 ppr!
Limited Pulses Many industrial applications require a higher line The DFS by SICK|STEGMANN has a completely
Per Revolution count than has been available with traditional new ASIC design, which provides 1 to 65,536
incremental encoders. In the past, there were pulses per revolution, and up to 262,144
several ways to increase resolution: quadrature, counts after quadrature; significantly increasing
interpolation, or using a larger encoder. resolution available in incremental encoders.
Shock, Vibration The rotating discs used in encoders are typically The DFS encoder
& Temperature glass or plastic. Glass discs can shatter when features a nickel
Limitations exposed to excessive vibration or shock. Plastic code disc designed
discs, while they won’t shatter, cannot achieve both for increased
the same level of accuracy as glass discs. robustness and a higher
Additionally, they are limited to a lower working temperature tolerance
temperature, rendering them unsuitable for the (-20…+100°C).
temperature tolerances often required in harsh
environments.
Axial and Radial Currently, when users The DFS encoders are
Cable Outlets require cable outlets for available with a pluggable
their encoders, they have outlet that can be used
the choice of a radial or in either a radial or axial
axial outlet. It is possible direction which requires
they will need encoders less installation depth.
with both in the same Since it is detachable, if
environment requiring the cable is damaged, no
additional inventory. Also, repair is necessary by the
if the cable is somehow manufacturer. The customer
damaged, the encoder can simply order a new cable
has to be returned to and plug it into the encoder.
the manufacturer who Various cable lengths and
will repair the encoder by connectors at the end of the
replacing the cable. cable are also available.
3 3
RoHS
2002/95/EC
RoHS
2002/95/EC
3 3 3
RoHS
2002/95/EC
RoHS
2002/95/EC
RoHS
2002/95/EC
LD 20 DKS 40 HD 32 HD 52 DKV 60
Measuring Wheel
(See page 19)
Resolution 10...2,500 ppr 1...1,024 ppr 10...2,500 ppr 10...2,500 ppr
Diameter Size 2.0 in 40 mm 3.25 in cube 3.25 in x 3.25 in x
5.7 in long
Interface Differential line TTL/RS 422, HTL Differential line Differential line
driver or open push-pull or open driver or open driver or open
collector collector collector collector
Supply Voltage 5 V or 8...24 V 5 V or 10...30 V 5 V or 8...24 V 5 V or 8...24 V
Shaft Size/Bore 0.25 in 8 mm 0.375 in single or 0.375 in or
double ended 0.625 in
Mounting Face mount Face mount Foot mount or Face mount
flange, servo face mount
flange
Protection Class IP 50 IP 64 IP 65 IP 66
Electrical Shielded cable Shielded cable 6 or 10-pin MS 7 or 14-pin MS
Connections connector connector
Accessories
see www.stegmann.com
2D and 3D Downloadable ■ Adapters
CAD Drawings ■ Cable Assemblies
available at ■ Collets
www.stegmann.com ■ Couplings
■ Connection Systems
■ Programming Tools
■ Wire Draw Mechanism
Accessories
Absolute Encoders
Selection Guide
ATM 90-A ATM 90-P ATM 60-A ATM 60-D ATM 60-C ATM 60-P
(SSI) (Profibus) (SSI) (DeviceNet) (CANopen) (Profibus)
Resolution 13 bits per turn 13 bits per 13 bits per 13 bits per 13 bits per 13 bits per
x 8,192 turns turn x 8,192 turn x 8,192 turn x 8,192 turn x 8,192 turn x 8,192
(26 bit max), turns turns turns turns turns
programmable (26 bit max), (26 bit max), (26 bit max), (26 bit max), (26 bit max),
programmable programmable programmable programmable programmable
Diameter Size 93 mm 93 mm 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm 60 mm
Interface SSI, RS 422 RS 485 bus SSI DeviceNet Communication RS 485 bus
coupling to specification Profile DS 301 coupling to
Profibus DP release 2.0 V4.0; Device Profibus DP
specifications Profile DSP specifications
406 V2.0
Supply Voltage 10...32 V 10...32 V 10...32 V 10...32 V 10...32 V 10...32 V
Output Code Gray or Natural Gray or Natural Gray or Natural
Formats Binary Binary Binary
Bore/Shaft Size 12 mm, 16 12 mm, 16 6 mm with 6 mm with 6 mm with 6 mm with
and Mounting mm or 0.5 in mm or 0.5 in servo mount servo mount servo mount servo mount
hollow shaft hollow shaft or 10 mm with or 10 mm with or 10 mm with or 10 mm with
with anti- with anti- face mount; face mount; face mount; face mount;
rotational pin rotational pin 15 mm hub 15 mm hub 15 mm hub 15 mm hub
mount mount shaft with shaft with shaft with shaft with
integral flex integral flex integral flex integral flex
mount and mount and mount and mount and
collets for 6, 8, collets for 6, 8, collets for 6, 8, collets for 6, 8,
10 or 12 mm 10 or 12 mm 10 or 12 mm 10 or 12 mm
and 0.25, and 0.25, and 0.25, and 0.25,
0.375 or 0.5 in 0.375 or 0.5 in 0.375 or 0.5 in 0.375 or 0.5 in
Protection Class IP 65 IP 65 IP 67 IP 67 IP67 IP 67
Electrical MS23 12-pin Three M14 7- MS23 12-pin Separate bus Separate bus Separate bus
Connections connector pin connectors connector; connector with connector with connector
or three PG shielded cable single or dual one, two or
cable glands 5-pin micro three PG cable
connectors, or glands
single or dual
PG gland
Measuring Length/ 40 m max, 6 m/sec Measuring Length/ 1700 m max, 6.6 54 m or 548 m, 6.6
Speed Speed m/sec m/sec
Measurement Scale Stationary magnetic Measurement Scale Stationary Omega Stationary Omega
Type tape with or without Type profiles with profiles with
glue embedded magnets embedded magnets
Electrical Connections M23 12-pin Electrical Connections SSI: M23 12-pin SSI: M23 12-pin
connector connectors; connectors;
Profibus: 3 PG cable Profibus: 3 PG cable
glands glands
2D and 3D Downloadable
CAD Drawings
available at
www.stegmann.com
MRA-F DKV 60
(Incremental)
Total Measuring Length 10 m Resolution 1…2,048 PPR
Measuring Length/Turn 2 m, 3 m, 5 m, 10 m Interface TTL/RS 422 HTL push-pull
Accuracy/Repeatability 0.05% drum precision Supply Voltage TTL: 4…5 V; or
(% of full stroke) push pull: 10…30 V
Wire Diameter/Type 1.35 mm or 0.81 mm Measurement Scale Type Integrated encoder
stranded stainless steel Protection Class IP 65
Encoder Options Any 60 mm incremental Electrical Connections M23 12-pin connector;
or absolute servo mount shielded cable
encoder
Housing Anodized aluminum
Options Cable guides
HIPERFACE® Adapters
■ High encoder resolutions are necessary — up to 262,000 counts per turn Encoder with
can be generated easily in the interface adapter via interpolation of the In HIPERFACE ®
Interface
HIPERFACE® encoder signals.
■ Space is very limited. ®
HIPERFACE
■ Environmental conditions such as dirt, temperature, shock and/or Interface
Adapter
vibration must be isolated from the electronics. Module
■ Customer-specific encoder flange and housing options are required,
which must be realized quickly and at a low-cost.
To
At the output of the interface adapter modules, SSI, Profibus, DeviceNet and Out PLC
CANopen are available, using standard M12 connectors. These interfaces
fulfill the high requirements of automation technology. Further, the diverse
range of possible combinations of interface adapter modules and encoders
provides a high level of flexibility, coupled with low part replacement and
stocking costs.
HIPERFACE® SSI Adapter IP 64 SRS, SCK, SKS, SEK, SRM, SCL, SKM, L230
HIPERFACE® Profibus Adapter IP 64 SRS, SCK, SKS, SEK, SRM, SCL, SKM, L230, XKS
HIPERFACE DeviceNet Adapter
®
IP 64 SRS, SCK, SKS, SEK, SRM, SCL, SKM, L230, XKS
HIPERFACE® Canopen Adapter IP 64 SRS, SCK, SKS, SEK, SRM, SCL, SKM, L230, XKS
*SICK|STEGMANN Motor Feedback Encoders are available on our Web Site at www.stegmann.com or in our Motor Feedback Systems Brochure.
Programmableers
Use with these Encod Use with these Encoders
No housing or front plate
Diameters no /25/26, ARS 20/25 ARS 20/25/60, ATM 60-SSI,
Type With plastic housing /4”; DGS 20/25, DRS 20/21 ATM 90-SSI, BKS-SSI, BTF-SSI,
1/4-1/4”; 3/8”-3/8”; 3/8”-1or front plate no KH 53, KH 53 Advanced L 230
Shaft Inserts/Collets Curved Beam No/8”;
10 mm-3
With
mm;
10 mm-1
housing
6 mm-1
front plate 0
0mm
or front
mm;
plate yes
DFS 60, DGS 60, DRS
60/61, ARS 60, ATM 60
6 mm-6 yes
Bellows 2 mm
10 mm-10 mm; 10 mm-1
We provide collets and shaft 6 mm-10 mm; 10 mm-1
0 mm
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