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    Rotary Encoder Kits

    Image of Product. Shown with Wheel (Sold Separately). Front orientation. Rotary Encoders. Rotary Encoder Kits.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Rotary Encoder Kits.

    Shown with Wheel

    (Sold Separately)

    In addition to a transmitter, these kits include a 6 1/2-ft. cable and a mounting bracket. Also known as encoders, transmitters convert motion to an electrical signal to indicate distance, direction, and speed in process control and metering applications. These kits are commonly used to monitor the position or velocity of rotating equipment. You can also mount a wheel (not included) to measure distance in linear applications. Transmitters must be used with a controller that has quadrature detection to get a 4X resolution increase. Output channel Z is also known as an index channel.
    Use a flexible shaft coupling (not included) to connect the transmitter shaft to a drive shaft.
    For Counter
    Function
    Encoder Output
    Channel
    Resolution
    Increase
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Output Current,
    mA
    Resistor
    Included
    Body
    Material
    Shaft Material
    Fasteners
    Included
    Fasteners
    Req.
    For Mounting
    Screw Size
    Choose a Resolution
    Each
    Quadrature with Index Output Channel
    Up and DownA, B, Z2X, 4X6,0005 to 2820NoPlasticStainless Steel
    		NoYes1/4"
    500
    ,
    600
    ,
    1,000
    ,
    1,800
    ,
    2,500
    		16695T570000000
     
    Wheels
    Each
    6" Circumference Polyurethane Wheel (1.91" Dia. × 1/4" Wd.)16695T56000000

    Rotary Encoders

    Provide motion feedback to counters, controllers, and motor drives for automated motion control and measurement applications. Also known as encoders, transmitters convert rotary motion to an electrical signal so you can operate your system based on distance, direction, and speed of travel. These transmitters have pull-up resistor output. Since they have two shafts, you can mount them on either side to fit your setup.
    Use a flexible shaft coupling (not included) to connect the transmitter shaft to a drive shaft.
    Aluminum Body and Stainless Steel Shaft
    Image of Product. Shown with Wheel and Mounting Bracket (Both Sold Separately). Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Rotary Encoders.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Rotary Encoders.

    Shown with Wheel and Mounting

    Bracket (Both Sold Separately)

    Shaft
    Overall
    Mounting
    Plate
    Mounting
    Holes
    For Counter
    Function
    Encoder Output
    Channel
    Resolution
    Increase
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Coupling
    Req.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Ht.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ctr.-to-Ctr.
    Thread
    Size
    Choose a Resolution
    Each
    Single Output Channel—250 mA Output Current
    UpA2X6,0005 to 28Yes3/8"3/4"3.95"2.93"2 1/4"2 1/4"1.41"6-32
    10
    ,
    60
    ,
    100
    ,
    120
    ,
    500
    ,
    600
    ,
    1,200
    		16695T460000000
     
    Accessories for Rotary Encoders
    Mount a wheel (not included) to use transmitters to measure lengths.
    Use cables (not included) to connect transmitters to counters and controllers.
    Each
    12" Circumference Polyurethane Wheel (3.82" Dia. × 0.7" Wd.)16695T280000000
    Aluminum Mounting Bracket (3 1/2" Lg. × 2 1/2" Wd. × 4 1/2" Ht.)16695T13000000
    10ft. Cable16695T14000000
    20ft. Cable16695T27000000

    Programmable Rotary Encoders

    With adjustable settings for resolution and output type, these transmitters can be programmed to suit your changing processes. Also known as encoders, they convert a shaft’s rotary motion into an electrical signal that indicates distance, direction, and speed. They’re rated IP67, so they can withstand temporary submersion in water.
    Encoders with Shaft
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rotary Encoders. Programmable Rotary Encoders, Encoders with Shaft.
    Transmitters with a shaft connect to motor shafts with a flexible shaft coupling, so they can be adapted to different diameters.
    Shaft
    Dia.
    Encoder Output Signal
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Max. Input
    Current, mA
    Output Current,
    mA
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Body
    Material
    Housing
    Material
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Mounting Hole
    Thread Size
    Fasteners
    Included
    Resolution
    Each
    Incremental Optical Encoder
    1/4"Line Driver, NPN Open Collector, Push-Pull5 to 3065208,000Aluminum
    		Aluminum
    		IP67
    		10-32
    		No1 to 65,5369924N1210000000
    3/8"Line Driver, NPN Open Collector, Push-Pull5 to 3065208,000Aluminum
    		Aluminum
    		IP67
    		10-32
    		No1 to 65,5369924N122000000
     
    Rotary Encoder Programming Kits
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rotary Encoder Programming Kits. Programmable Rotary Encoders.
    You’ll need a programming kit (sold separately) to set up these transmitters. They include software stored on a flash drive, as well as a cable and USB adapter for connecting your transmitter to a computer. The software requires a Windows 7 or higher operating system.
    Data
    Connection
    Each
    USB-A9924N1250000000
    Encoders with Shaft Opening
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rotary Encoders. Programmable Rotary Encoders, Encoders with Shaft Opening.
    Transmitters with a shaft opening can be mounted anywhere along a motor shaft—just slide them on. They have a flexible mounting plate that compensates for shaft misalignment and vibration.
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    Encoder Output Signal
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Max. Input
    Current, mA
    Output Current,
    mA
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Body
    Material
    Housing
    Material
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Mounting
    Plate Wd.
    For Screw
    Size
    Fasteners
    Included
    Resolution
    Each
    Incremental Optical Encoder
    1/4"Line Driver, NPN Open Collector, Push-Pull5 to 3065206,000Aluminum
    		Aluminum
    		IP67
    		2.83"No. 6
    		No1 to 65,5369924N1230000000
    3/8"Line Driver, NPN Open Collector, Push-Pull5 to 3065206,000Aluminum
    		Aluminum
    		IP67
    		2.83"No. 6
    		No1 to 65,5369924N124000000
     
    Rotary Encoder Programming Kits
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rotary Encoder Programming Kits. Programmable Rotary Encoders.
    You’ll need a programming kit (sold separately) to set up these transmitters. They include software stored on a flash drive, as well as a cable and USB adapter for connecting your transmitter to a computer. The software requires a Windows 7 or higher operating system.
    Data
    Connection
    Each
    USB-A9924N1250000000

    Linear Scales

    Increase the accuracy of your manual machine when you fit it with a linear scale. These scales have an LCD that displays exact positioning on one axis. They have zero-position memory, also known as absolute (ABS) positioning, which retains the measuring position when the scale is off. A zero-set button lets you start measuring at any point. SPC data output allows for connection to a computer or data processor.
    Mitutoyo
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Linear Scales. Linear Scales.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Linear Scales. Linear Scales.
    Model Number 053906B—053906B model comes with mounting brackets for installation on Bridgeport-type milling machines. It requires a 10-pin data cable and Mitutoyo 10-Pin to USB adapter to connect to your PC.
    Overall
    Mount.
    Distance Measured
    Range
    Measuring
    Increments
    Accuracy
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Material
    Batteries
    Included
    Electrical Connection
    SPC Data
    Output
    No. of
    Holes
    Hardware
    Included
    Mfr. Model
    No.
    Features
    Each
    Vertical Orientation
    0" to 5"
    (0 mm to 125 mm)    		0.0005"
    (0.01 mm)    		±0.001"
    (±0.03 mm)    		6"1.4"Stainless Steel
    		YesStraight Mitutoyo ConnectorYes2Yes053906BZero-Position Memory (ABS), Zero-Set Button20735A610000000
     
    Accessories for Linear Scales
    Mitutoyo Cords
    USB-A Connection—USB data cable connects the scale directly to your PC.
    10-Pin Mitutoyo Connector—10-pin data cables connect the scale to a Mitutoyo miniprocessor or multiplexer.
    Electrical Connection
    Lg.
    Each
    10-Pin Mitutoyo Connector x USB-A2 1/2"1825A140000000
    Straight Mitutoyo Connector x 10-Pin Mitutoyo Connector40"20395A6700000
    Straight Mitutoyo Connector x 10-Pin Mitutoyo Connector80"20395A7100000
    Straight Mitutoyo Connector x USB-A80"2429N5000000
    SPC Wireless Transmitters
    Wireless data transmitter and receiver allow you to transmit measurement data from a scale to your PC without being tethered by a cable.
    Electrical Connection
    Lg.
    Each
    Straight Mitutoyo Connector1 3/4"2424N50000000
    SPC Wireless Receivers
    Wireless data transmitter and receiver allow you to transmit measurement data from a scale to your PC without being tethered by a cable.
    Electrical
    Connection
    Lg.
    Each
    USB-A5 1/2"2412N10000000
    Batteries
    Each
    1-9
    10-49
    50-Up
    Replacement Button Cell Battery7604K117000000000000000
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