Hengstler Acuro AC58-I combined absolute/incremental encoder
21 June, 2010 byThe Acuro family of encoders made by Hengstler now includes the AC58-I, an encoder that can be used both for positioning and feedback applications.
Celesco PT420 cable-extension position transducers
25 May, 2010 byThe Celesco PT420 cable-extension position transducers are available with full-scale measurement ranges from 5 to 255 cm, providing a 4-20 mA feedback signal that is linearly proportional to the position of a travelling stainless steel extension cable. The device is suitable for providing position feedback on hydraulic cylinders in factories and utilities, gate position in fresh or wastewater distribution systems or valve opening in process-related applications.
Renishaw LM13 linear magnetic encoder
25 May, 2010 byThe Renishaw LM13 linear magnetic encoder is 14 mm tall and consists of a read head and separate self-adhesive scale. This form of magnetic sensing is suitable for applications that are too dusty, dirty, greasy or destructive for optical encoders.
Turck IM21 rotational speed interface module
17 May, 2010 byTurck has enhanced its interface module (IM) family with the FM approved IM21 rotational speed interface module, programmable via push-buttons or using a PC - which simplifies device set-up and saves installation time. The modules employ FDT/DTM software, together with PACTware, enabling users to efficiently set and save multiple application parameters.
AMCI stainless steel resolvers
20 April, 2010 byAMCI’s stainless steel resolver transducer family offers options of 303 or 304 stainless steel housing and shaft, and a variety of mounting styles. The IP67-rated product line comes standard with either a 1/4, 3/8 or 5/8″ stainless steel shaft and an oversized double row sealed bearing.
Hengstler ACURO-XR series multi-turn encoders
20 April, 2010 byThe Hengstler ACURO-XR series encoders are claimed to be capable of withstanding high acceleration rates, mechanical stresses and extreme climatic fluctuations, and are fully functional in underwater operating conditions. Their operating temperature range is from -40 to +100°C.
Nexen Eclipse servomotor brakes
07 February, 2010 byNexen has introduced a line of servomotor brakes designed to mount on servomotors up to 20 horsepower.
Plant Control & Automation shaft encoders
07 December, 2009PCA now has available a full range of Ex-certified shaft encoders from Scancon of Denmark, in the Ex field of products.
Macrosensors RSE 1500 Series rotary position sensors
13 November, 2009 byThe RSE 1500 Series rotary position sensors from Macrosensors are contactless, fractional-turn, absolute output rotary position sensors providing an analog output voltage proportional to shaft rotation over a total range of up to 120°.
Magnetic linear encoders
10 November, 2009 byTurck has introduced a line of Kübler robust magnetic linear encoders. Utilising A and B output voltage channels plus a periodic index with the corresponding inverted channels, these encoders are designed to achieve high accuracy in a broad range of linear motion applications. The T8.LI20 and T8.LI50 linear encoders are available with either a push-pull output or an RS422 interface and provide a voltage range from 4.8 to 30 VDC.
Optical encoders
26 October, 2009 byTurck has released the Kübler F36 optical encoder series, designed completely without gears to eliminate wear and sensitivity to magnetic fields. F36 absolute encoders feature a compact size of 36 mm with a hollow shaft diameter of up to 10 mm, making them suitable for drive engineering and medical applications.
Shaft encoders with additional ethernet protocols
19 October, 2009Fraba/Posital, represented by PCA in Australasia, has extended the range of ethernet protocols supported in its family of absolute shaft encoders.
Motion monitors
21 September, 2009The DZ260 series motion monitors from Motrona have been designed as control modules for mounting inside motor control cabinets.
Electric rotary actuators
09 June, 2009Exlar has announced the Tritex II Series electric actuators, offering 1500 W AC powered operation and digital position control within a single, space-saving housing.
Magneto-resistive encoder
18 May, 2009 byThe MR2 magneto-resistive encoder is designed as a positioning and speed control solution for medical, security and access, industrial automation and electronics assembly related applications. For machine builders in these industries, a system design can be implemented with a lower line count of 128 lines for first-generation products and upgraded to a higher resolution line count of 512 lines for future-generation products, without any motor-encoder assembly change.
