Optical Encoder System
An optical encoder system is a device used for precise measurement of position or speed, and it is widely applied in fields such as industrial automation, machine tools, and semiconductor manufacturing. It detects displacement or position changes by reading precise optical patterns on a scale or disc. The system consists of a readhead and a scale or disc, where the light source and sensor within the readhead detect changes in light waveform from the scale or disc and convert them into electrical signals. The scale typically made of stainless steel or nickel with optical patterns etched on it, providing accurate position information. Ultimately, the signal processing unit converts these electrical signals into precise displacement data. Due to its high resolution and accurate feedback capabilities, optical encoder systems excel in fields that require precise motion control.
ABI80 Series Optical Incremental Readhead
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The ABI80 series is an ultra-compact, high-performance non-contact optical incremental readhead, specifically designed for short-stroke linear and angular motions. It outputs industry-standard SinCos 1Vpp or TTL signals and integrates automatic gain control to ensure optimal signal strength, making it ideal for high-precision applications.
The SinCos 1Vpp version supports a maximum linear speed of up to 8 m/s and an angular speed of up to 9245 RPM. The TTL version offers an high resolution of up to 0.2 µm, with a linear speed of up to 8 m/s and an angular speed of up to 3692 RPM.
Its miniature design (only 20.6 mm x 12.7 mm x 7.5 mm) allows for easy integration, especially suited for space-constrained applications such as industrial automation, robotics, and other precision instruments. This makes the ABI80 series readhead an ideal choice for achieving high-precision motion control.
ABI80 Specifications
ABI80 Compatible Scale/Disc
The ABI801 series readhead is a high-performance non-contact optical incremental readhead designed for long-stroke linear motion applications. It outputs industry-standard SinCos 1Vpp or TTL signals and incorporates automatic gain control to ensure stable signal quality, making it suitable for high-precision and high-speed motion control.
The SinCos 1Vpp version supports linear speeds of up to 8 m/s, while the TTL version offers an high resolution of up to 0.2 µm, also with linear speeds reaching 8 m/s. This readhead is equipped with Hall sensors and allows for multiple indexing selection.
Compared to the ABI80, the ABI801 has a size of 36.0 mm x 13.5 mm x 14.8 mm, making it easy to integrate and an ideal choice for applications in industrial automation and precision motion control that require both speed and accuracy.
The SI80 series incremental scale is the ideal choice for applications that demand high precision and reliability, designed to work with optical scanning readheads. Whether you opt for the lightweight nickel version (SI80-NI) or the more durable stainless steel version (SI80-SS), this series exhibits exceptional durability and outstanding corrosion resistance. Its low thermal expansion coefficient and 80 µm grating period ensure minimal thermal expansion under various environmental conditions, maintaining excellent measurement accuracy of ±15 μm/m.
The SI80 is suitable for a wide range of applications, with lengths of up to 3000 mm, and it comes equipped with scale applicator tool to ensure an accurate assembly process. Whether you need to maintain measurement precision in extreme conditions or are looking for a reliable incremental measurement system solution, the SI80 series delivers unparalleled performance.
RI80 Series Optical Incremental Disc
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The RI80 series incremental disc is designed to provide high-precision performance in rotating incremental systems, compatible with optical scanning readheads. Made from robust stainless steel, it maintains exceptional accuracy even in corrosive environments. With a low thermal expansion coefficient of 11 ppm/°C, the RI80 ensures consistent performance across a wide temperature range, making it particularly suitable for harsh industrial applications.
The RI80 disc is available in various sizes with an 80 µm grating period and can be customized to meet specific requirements for turns per revolution. Its durability and precision make it a reliable choice for applications that require high accuracy and long-term stability.
Choose the RI80 series to meet your rotating incremental needs and experience unparalleled performance and reliability with every turn.
RI80 Specifications
RI80 Compatible Readhead
ABA100 Series Optical Absolute Readhead
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The ABA100 series is a high-performance non-contact optical absolute readhead, specially designed for long-stroke linear motion and high-precision applications. Unlike incremental encoders, the ABA100 uses absolute encoding technology to provide precise position information without the need for a reference point reset. It supports industry-standard communication protocols BiSS C (Unidirectional) and EnDat 2.2 (Bidirectional), catering to high-precision motion control requirements.
This readhead features integrated automatic gain control to ensure optimal signal quality under various conditions. Its compact design (36.0 mm x 13.5 mm x 14.8 mm) and lightweight construction (only 12g) make it easy to integrate into space-constrained systems. The ABA100 offers a resolution of up to 50 nm, with 32-bit data output, accommodating linear motion speeds of up to 10 m/s.
The output signals from the ABA100 readhead are compatible with a wide range of applications, particularly in high-precision industrial automation and precision instruments. With an IP40 protection rating, it ensures reliability in industrial environments. Additionally, it is equipped with an indicator light for monitoring signal quality, ensuring stable and reliable operation.
ABA100 Specifications
ABA100 Compatible Scale/Disc
SA100 Series Optical Absolute Scale
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The SA100 series is a high-precision absolute scale, specifically designed to match optical scanning absolute readheads, suitable for precise displacement measurement applications. Its standout feature is the robax glass substrate, which boasts an ultra-low thermal expansion coefficient of nearly 0 ppm/°C, ensuring exceptional measurement accuracy even in fluctuating temperature environments, with a precision of up to ±5 μm/m. The stainless steel version of the scale offers a thermal expansion coefficient of 11 ppm/°C, providing good durability and corrosion resistance.
The SA100 is available in both robax glass and stainless steel substrate materials to meet diverse environmental needs, with the robax glass being particularly suitable for applications that are highly sensitive to temperature variations. The grating period is 100 µm, with lengths of up to 1520 mm (Robax glass) and 6000 mm (Stainless steel).
Choose the SA100 series to meet your absolute measurement needs and experience exceptional precision and stability with every displacement.