Sentech recently added Celesco’s new SG1 draw wire encoder to its product line. This encoder has a maximum range of 3 m and, thanks to its robust and reliable industrial pulley system, offers a repeatability of ± 0.05%.
In practice, this high repeatability may be even more important than the specified ± 0.35% accuracy. Robotics and/or mechanical engineering are a breeze for this draw-wire encoder.
The heart of this sensor is the measuring element. This consists of a 10 kOhm potentiometer, specially designed for its industrial application, which is guaranteed for over 250,000 full measuring cycles.
With a maximum supply voltage of 30 V, this encoder, which functions as a voltage divider, provides an easy-to-process analog output signal. With an allowable temperature range of -18 °C to +70 °C, this sensor exceeds the temperature requirements for its application in mechanical engineering, instrument construction, and robotics.
Freely configurable
A special feature of the SG1 series is that this draw-wire encoder is freely configurable. This allows the sensor to meet the demands of its use in series production for OEM applications. For example, when making the electrical connection, you can choose between an M12 connector, cable (with a variety of connectors), or even a solder tab.
Furthermore, various mounting brackets, industrial potentiometers, and output signals can be chosen from. When using a good electrical connection (plug), the sealed polycarbonate housing provides protection up to IP67.
