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    Compact Rotary Encoders

    Track distance, direction, and speed in tight spaces on machinery. Cylindrical and about half the size of standard position-measuring transmitters, these are often used on robot arms and crowded conveyors. Also known as encoders, they send motion data to your system by converting rotary motion into an electrical signal.
    Incremental Optical Encoders with Shaft
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Compact Rotary Encoders, Shaft Gear Box Input, Wire Lead Connection—NPN Open Collector.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Compact Rotary Encoders, Shaft Gear Box Input, 5-Pole Micro M12 Plug-In Connection—IO-Link.

    Wire Lead

    Connection—NPN Open

    Collector

    5-Pole Micro M12

    Plug-In

    Connection—IO-Link

    Incremental transmitters track how much a rotating shaft has turned relative to a reference point. They need to be reset after a power loss.
    Transmitters with a shaft connect to a motor’s shaft with a flexible shaft coupling to fit different diameters.
    NPN Open Collector—Transmitters with an NPN open collector pair with a resistor. Use these transmitters with a controller that has quadrature detection to get a 4X resolution increase.
    IO-Link Communication Protocol—Transmitters with IO-Link let you set their resolution remotely when connected to a PLC, a human-machine interface (HMI), or a computer.
    IP64 Enclosure Rating and IP65 Enclosure Rating—IP-rated transmitters are protected from dust and water.
    Encoders
    Connectors
    Mounting
    Holes
    Shaft
    Dia.
    Rotary Encoder
    Type
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Max. Input
    Current, mA
    Output Current,
    mA
    Encoder Output
    Channel Type
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Body Material
    Housing
    Material
    Enclosure
    Rating
    No.
    of
    Thread
    Size
    Fasteners
    Included
    Choose a Resolution
    Each
    Each
    Wire Lead Connection—NPN Open Collector
    1/4"Single Turn5 to 286520Quadrature with Index8,000Aluminum
    PlasticIP64
    3M3 × 0.5 mmNo500, 1,000, 2,000, 2,5009749T30000000———0
     
    5-Pole Micro M12 Plug-In Connection—IO-Link
    6 mmSingle Turn5 to 301505012,000Stainless Steel
    Aluminum
    IP65
    3M4 × 0.7 mmNo1 to 10,0009749T5190000004490N15000000
    10 mmSingle Turn5 to 301505012,000Stainless Steel
    Aluminum
    IP65
    3M4 × 0.7 mmNo1 to 10,0009749T5210000004490N1500000
     
    Incremental Optical Encoders with Shaft Opening
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Compact Rotary Encoders, Shaft-Opening Gear Box Output, Wire Lead Connection—NPN Open Collector.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Compact Rotary Encoders, Shaft-Opening Gear Box Output, 5-Pole Micro M12 Plug-In Connection—IO-Link.

    Wire Lead

    Connection—NPN

    Open Collector

    5-Pole Micro M12 Plug-In

    Connection—IO-Link

    Incremental transmitters track how much a rotating shaft has turned relative to a reference point. They need to be reset after a power loss.
    Transmitters with a shaft opening slide onto your motor's shaft. Their mounting plate flexes to compensate for your motor's vibration.
    NPN Open Collector—Transmitters with an NPN open collector pair with a resistor. Use these transmitters with a controller that has quadrature detection to get a 4X resolution increase.
    IO-Link Communication Protocol—Transmitters with IO-Link let you set their resolution remotely when connected to a PLC, a human-machine interface (HMI), or a computer.
    IP64 Enclosure Rating and IP65 Enclosure Rating—IP-rated transmitters are protected from dust and water.
    Encoders
    Connectors
    Mounting Holes
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    Rotary Encoder
    Type
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Max. Input
    Current, mA
    Output Current,
    mA
    Encoder Output
    Channel Type
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Body Material
    Housing
    Material
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Mounting
    Plate Dia.
    Mounting
    Plate Wd.
    For Screw
    Size
    No.
    of
    Ctr.-to-Ctr.
    Thread Size
    Fasteners
    Included
    Choose a Resolution
    Each
    Each
    Wire Lead Connection—NPN Open Collector
    1/4"Single Turn5 to 286520Quadrature with Index8,000Aluminum
    PlasticIP64
    2.16"No. 6
    21.81"No500, 1,000, 2,000, 2,5009749T10000000———0
    3/8"Single Turn5 to 286520Quadrature with Index8,000Aluminum
    PlasticIP64
    2.16"No. 6
    21.81"No500, 1,000, 2,000, 2,5009749T2000000———0
     
    5-Pole Micro M12 Plug-In Connection—IO-Link
    6 mmSingle Turn5 to 301505012,000Stainless Steel
    Aluminum
    IP65
    1.43"4M2.5 × 0.5 mmNo1 to 10,0009749T5220000004490N15000000
    10 mmSingle Turn5 to 301505012,000Stainless Steel
    Aluminum
    IP65
    1.43"4M2.5 × 0.5 mmNo1 to 10,0009749T5230000004490N1500000
     
    Absolute Optical Encoders with Shaft
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Compact Rotary Encoders, Shaft Gear Box Input, Wire Lead Connection—SSI.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Compact Rotary Encoders, Shaft Gear Box Input, 5-Pole Micro M12 Plug-In Connection—IO-Link.

    Wire Lead

    Connection—SSI

    5-Pole Micro M12

    Plug-In

    Connection—IO-Link

    Absolute transmitters give you the exact position of the shaft, even after a power loss.
    Transmitters with a shaft connect to a motor’s shaft with a flexible shaft coupling to fit different diameters.
    IO-Link Communication Protocol—Transmitters with IO-Link let you set their resolution remotely when connected to a PLC, a human-machine interface (HMI), or a computer.
    Multi-Turn Rotary Encoder—Multi-turn absolute transmitters count how many full turns a shaft makes. They’re often used to keep print rollers aligned over multiple rotations.
    IP65 Enclosure Rating—IP-rated transmitters are protected from dust and water.
    Encoders
    Connectors
    Mounting
    Holes
    Shaft
    Dia.
    Rotary Encoder
    Type
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Max. Input
    Current, mA
    Output Current,
    mA
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Body Material
    Housing
    Material
    Enclosure
    Rating
    No.
    of
    Thread
    Size
    Fasteners
    Included
    Bit Resolution,
    bit
    Each
    Each
    Wire Lead Connection—SSI
    1/4"Single Turn5 to 325010012,000Aluminum
    Stainless Steel
    IP65
    4M3 × 0.5 mmNo129749T5150000000———0
    1/4"Multi-Turn5 to 325010012,000Aluminum
    Stainless Steel
    IP65
    4M3 × 0.5 mmNo249749T516000000———0
    6 mmSingle Turn5 to 325010012,000Aluminum
    Stainless Steel
    IP65
    4M3 × 0.5 mmNo129749T517000000———0
    6 mmMulti-Turn5 to 325010012,000Aluminum
    Stainless Steel
    IP65
    4M3 × 0.5 mmNo249749T518000000———0
     
    5-Pole Micro M12 Plug-In Connection—IO-Link
    6 mmMulti-Turn18 to 30755012,000Stainless Steel
    Aluminum
    IP65
    3M4 × 0.7 mmNo1 to 319749T5250000004490N15000000
    10 mmMulti-Turn18 to 30755012,000Stainless Steel
    Aluminum
    IP65
    3M4 × 0.7 mmNo1 to 319749T5240000004490N1500000
     
    Absolute Optical Encoders with Shaft Opening
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Compact Rotary Encoders, Shaft-Opening Gear Box Output, Wire Lead Connection—SSI.

    Wire Lead

    Connection—SSI

    Absolute transmitters give you the exact position of the shaft, even after a power loss.
    Transmitters with a shaft opening slide onto your motor's shaft. Their mounting plate flexes to compensate for your motor's vibration.
    Multi-Turn Rotary Encoder—Multi-turn absolute transmitters count how many full turns a shaft makes. They’re often used to keep print rollers aligned over multiple rotations.
    Mounting
    Holes
    For Shaft
    Dia.
    Rotary Encoder
    Type
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Max. Input
    Current, mA
    Output Current,
    mA
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Body
    Material
    Housing
    Material
    Mounting
    Plate Wd.
    For Screw
    Size
    No.
    of
    Ctr.-to-Ctr.
    Fasteners
    Included
    Bit Resolution,
    bit
    Each
    Wire Lead Connection—SSI
    1/4"Single Turn5 to 241004208,000Aluminum
    Plastic2.16"No. 6
    21.81"No129749T5110000000
    1/4"Multi-Turn5 to 241004208,000Aluminum
    Plastic2.16"No. 6
    21.81"No249749T512000000
    3/8"Single Turn5 to 241004208,000Aluminum
    Plastic2.16"No. 6
    21.81"No129749T513000000
    3/8"Multi-Turn5 to 241004208,000Aluminum
    Plastic2.16"No. 6
    21.81"No249749T514000000
     

    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, 2,50016695T570000000
     
    Wheels

    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)

    Quadrature Output Channel—Transmitters with a quadrature output channel must be used with a controller that has quadrature detection to get a 4X resolution increase.
    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, 1,20016695T460000000
     
    Quadrature Output Channel—250 mA Output Current
    Up and DownA, B2X, 4X6,0005 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, 1,20016695T47000000
     
    Accessories for Rotary Encoders

    Potentiometers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style D.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Style D

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style E.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style F.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style G.

    Style E

    Style F

    Style G

    Vary electrical flow to control speed, volume, and light intensity. The number of turns affects the resolution—the higher the number, the better the control. Also known as variable output switches. A knob is required (not included).
    Potentiometers
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style A.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style B.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style C.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style D.

    Style A

    Style B

    Style C

    Style D

    Style A—Style A potentiometers are also known as gangable potentiometers. They can be linked to each other, so you can control multiple potentiometers from a single source.
    IP65 Enclosure Rating—IP65 rated switches are protected against washdowns.
    Shaft
    Style
    No. of
    Turns
    Resolution
    Wattage @
    Voltage
    For Panel
    Cutout Dia.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    Dia.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Housing
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    No. of
    Terminals
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Choose a Maximum
    Resistance, kohm
    Each
    A333%1 W @ 224V AC7/16"3/4"7/8"1/4"1/2"PlasticTab3IP40
    1, 5, 107436K46000000
    B520%1.5 W @ 273V AC7/16"3/4"7/8"1/4"1/2"PlasticTab3IP40
    1, 5, 107436K3400000
    B1010%2 W @ 325V AC7/16"1"7/8"1/4"1/2"PlasticTab3IP65
    1, 5, 107436K4200000
    B1010%2 W @ 447V AC7/16"3/4"7/8"1/4"1/2"PlasticTab3IP40
    1, 5, 107436K3200000
    B1010%2 W @ 450V AC7/16"3/4"7/8"1/4"1/2"PlasticTab3IP40
    1, 5, 10, 207436K3100000
    C1100%1 W @ 300V AC7/16"7/16"7/8"1/4"1/2"PlasticTab3IP40
    1, 5, 10, 207436K3700000
    D1010%5 W @ 1,000V AC7/16"1 3/4"1 13/16"1/4"1/2"PlasticTab3IP40
    1, 5, 107436K33000000
    Potentiometer Panel Seals
    Potentiometers with Ball Bearings
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style E.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style F.

    Style E

    Style F

    Switches with ball bearings have a smoother rotation and a longer service life than other potentiometers.
    Shaft
    Style
    No. of
    Turns
    Resolution
    Wattage @
    Voltage
    For Panel
    Cutout Dia.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    Dia.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Housing
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    No. of
    Terminals
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Choose a Maximum
    Resistance, kohm
    Each
    E1100%1 W @ 300V AC5/8"7/8"1/8"7/16"MetalTab3IP50
    1, 5, 107436K450000000
    F1100%2 W @ 350V AC7/16"5/8"2"1/4"3/8"PlasticTab3IP40
    5, 107436K44000000
    Potentiometer Panel Seals
    Potentiometers with On/Off Switch
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Potentiometers, Style G.

    Style G

    Switching
    Shaft
    Style
    No. of
    Turns
    Resolution
    Wattage @
    Voltage
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V DC
    For Panel
    Cutout Dia.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    Dia.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Housing
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    No. of
    Terminals
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Choose a Maximum
    Resistance, kohm
    Each
    G1100%0.125 W @ 350V AC1.5123/16"1/4"7/16"1/8"5/16"MetalTab5IP40
    5, 10, 20, 253980T1000000

    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
    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

    Sanitary Rotary Encoders

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Rotary Encoders. Sanitary Rotary Encoders.
    Also known as encoders, these sanitary transmitters convey motion to an electrical signal that conveys distance, direction, and speed. They’re often used in control systems to automate servomotors, robotics, and assembly machines in sanitary environments such as food and pharmaceutical plants. Made of corrosion-resistant stainless steel, they won’t rust from frequent washdowns with harsh cleaners. These transmitters are sealed and have a highly polished surface, leaving no room for bacteria to grow and making them easier to clean. They’re rated IP67 for protection from dust, high-pressure jets of water, and submersion in up to a meter of water for 30 minutes.
    To achieve a 4X resolution increase, use these transmitters with a controller that has quadrature detection.
    Use a flexible shaft coupling to connect the transmitter shaft to a drive shaft.
    316 Stainless Steel Body and 303 Stainless Steel Shaft
    Shaft
    Overall
    Mounting
    Plate
    Mounting Holes
    For Counter
    Function
    Encoder Output
    Channel
    Resolution
    Resolution
    Increase
    For Max. Shaft
    Speed, rpm
    Input Voltage,
    V DC
    Coupling
    Req.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Lg.
    Ht.
    Lg.
    Wd.
    No.
    of
    Ctr.-to-Ctr.
    Dia.
    Certification
    Each
    Quadrature with Index Output Channel—20 mA Output Current
    Up and DownA, B, Z6002X, 4X8,0004.75 to 28Yes3/8"1 1/16"3.175"3 1/4"2 1/2"2 1/2"42.06"7/32"CE Marked
    4136N111000000000
    Up and DownA, B, Z3,6002X, 4X8,0004.75 to 28Yes3/8"1 1/16"3.175"3 1/4"2 1/2"2 1/2"42.06"7/32"CE Marked
    4136N11600000000
     
    Cables

    Stepper Motors with Integrated Motion Control

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stepper Motors. Stepper Motors with Integrated Motion Control.
    With a built-in controller and drive, these stepper motors come ready to program and operate. Connect them to a computer and use the free downloadable software to set them up. After that, the controller can store and run programs on its own. The controller communicates to the drive which directs the motor’s shaft to move in small, equal increments. When the shaft stops, it holds its position even when a counteracting force is applied to the load. All are bipolar hybrid stepper motors, which deliver greater torque, precision, and efficiency than other types of stepper motors.
    Encoders—When relative positioning is critical, such as coordinating motion in a multi-axis system, choose a motor with an encoder. The encoder monitors the position of the shaft and reports back to the controller.
    Maximum Holding Torque—Holding torque is the force needed to move the shaft out of position when it is stationary. When the shaft is in motion, torque generally decreases as speed increases. Use a torque-speed curve to confirm which motor will work for your application. Click on a part number and select “Product Detail” to view the curve for a motor.
    Full Step Increment—Full step increment is the rotation of the shaft from one position to the next. A smaller full step increment means the rotor has more teeth, producing smoother and more precise motion. 1.8° is considered standard.
    Step Resolution—You can adjust the step resolution down to 1/256 of a full step, which translates to 51,200 microsteps per revolution. Increasing the number of steps directs an even more precise position and reduces the step-step-step motion to mimic a smooth, continuous rotation. The higher the number of step resolution settings, the greater the flexibility you have for determining the size of the motor’s step.
    Current per
    Phase, amp
    Overall
    Shaft
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Max. Holding
    Torque, in·ozf
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Min.
    Max.
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Full Step
    Increment
    Step Resolution
    No. of Inputs/Outputs
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Ctr.-to-Base
    Lg.
    Type
    Min.
    Max.
    Each
    Motor/Controller/Drive/Encoders
     
    NEMA 17 Frame Size
    313,0000.12.212 to 481.8°1 to 1/2561 Analog-Input,
    3 Digital-Inputs,
    1 Digital-Output
    3.7"1.7"3"5 mm22 mm0.84"D-Profile351006627T1040000000
    543,0000.12.212 to 481.8°1 to 1/2561 Analog-Input,
    3 Digital-Inputs,
    1 Digital-Output
    3.9"1.7"3"5 mm22 mm0.84"D-Profile351006627T105000000
    683,0000.12.212 to 481.8°1 to 1/2561 Analog-Input,
    3 Digital-Inputs,
    1 Digital-Output
    4.2"1.7"3"5 mm22 mm0.84"D-Profile351006627T106000000
     
    NEMA 23 Frame Size
    100.52,4750.3312 to 401.8°1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64, 1/128, 1/2564 Digital-Inputs/Outputs3.8"2.3"2.3"1/4"3/4"1.13"D-Profile01206627T101000000
    182.52,0000.3312 to 401.8°1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64, 1/128, 1/2564 Digital-Inputs/Outputs4.3"2.3"2.3"1/4"3/4"1.13"D-Profile01206627T102000000
    294.58200.3312 to 401.8°1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64, 1/128, 1/2564 Digital-Inputs/Outputs5.1"2.3"2.3"1/4"3/4"1.13"D-Profile01206627T103000000
     
    NEMA 24 Frame Size
    3402,4003512 to 701.8°1 to 1/2561 Analog-Input,
    4 Digital-Inputs/Outputs
    4.9"2.4"3.8"8 mm21 mm1.18"D-Profile351006627T10700000000
     

    Stepper Motors

    Motor/Encoders
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stepper Motors. Motor/Encoders.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Motor/Encoders.
    Image of Attribute. Side1 orientation. Contains Annotated. Motor/Encoders.
    To improve positioning accuracy, these stepper motors have a built-in encoder that monitors the real-time speed and position of the shaft. It sends that data to a controller (not included), which adjusts or stops the shaft if it isn’t in the right place. This makes them useful when relative positioning is critical, such as when coordinating motion between two motors. Stepper motors are good for precise, repetitive movements. Similar to the hands of a clock, their shaft turns in small, equal increments for smooth motion. When the shaft stops, it holds its position even when a counteracting force is applied to the load. All are bipolar hybrid stepper motors, so the current can flow in both directions. This helps them deliver higher torque, precision, and efficiency than unipolar stepper motors.
    All motors require a controller and drive (not included).
    2 Shafts—When relative positioning is critical, such as coordinating motion in a multi-axis system, choose a motor with two shafts and mount an encoder (not included) on one of them. The encoder monitors the position of the shaft and reports back to the controller.
    Maximum Holding Torque—Holding torque is the force needed to move the shaft out of position when it is stationary. When the shaft is in motion, torque generally decreases as speed increases. Use a torque-speed curve to confirm which motor will work for your application. Click on a part number and select “Product Detail” to view the curve for a motor.
    Full Step Increment—Full step increment is the rotation of the shaft from one position to the next. A smaller full step increment means the rotor has more teeth, producing smoother and more precise motion. 1.8° is considered standard.
    Overall
    Shaft
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Max. Holding
    Torque, in·ozf
    Max. Rotation
    Speed, rpm
    Max. Current
    per Phase, amp
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Full Step
    Increment
    Stepper Motor
    Polarity
    Encoder Positioning
    Type
    No. of Counts
    per Rev.
    No. of Wire
    Leads
    Lg.
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Ctr.-to-Base
    Lg.
    Type
    No. of
    Shafts
    Min.
    Max.
    Each
    Square Body
     
    NEMA 17 Frame Size
    26.91,5000.6751.8°BipolarIncremental1,00042.6"2.3"1.7"5 mm22 mm0.84"D-Profile201206627T3610000000
    399000.6251.8°BipolarIncremental1,00042.8"2.3"1.7"5 mm22 mm0.84"Solid201206627T371000000
    647500.751.8°BipolarIncremental1,00043"2.3"1.7"5 mm22 mm0.84"Solid201206627T381000000
    70.83,000251.8°BipolarIncremental1,00043.2"2.3"1.7"5 mm22 mm0.84"D-Profile201206627T391000000
    83.58251.0551.8°BipolarIncremental1,00043.5"2.3"1.7"5 mm22 mm0.84"D-Profile201206627T411000000
    124.61,400251.8°BipolarIncremental1,00043.9"2.3"1.7"5 mm22 mm0.84"D-Profile201206627T421000000
     
    NEMA 23 Frame Size
    1816002.851.8°BipolarIncremental1,00043.7"2.6"2.3"1/4"3/4"1.13"D-Profile201206627T441000000
    237525451.8°BipolarIncremental1,00044.6"2.6"2.3"1/4"3/4"1.13"D-Profile201206627T451000000
    355900651.8°BipolarIncremental1,00044.9"2.6"2.3"1/4"3/4"1.13"D-Profile201206627T461000000
    467.3300251.8°BipolarIncremental1,00044.5"2.5"2.3"1/4"3/4"1.11"D-Profile201206627T471000000
    600.41,3006.551.8°BipolarIncremental1,00044.9"2.6"2.3"1/4"3/4"1.13"D-Profile201206627T481000000
     

    Harsh Environment Potentiometers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Harsh Environment Potentiometers, Plastic Housing.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Harsh Environment Potentiometers, Metal Housing.

    Plastic Housing

    Metal

    Housing

    Rated NEMA 13, these potentiometers protect against debris and splashing oil and coolant. Also known as variable output switches, they vary electrical flow to control speed, volume, and light intensity.
    NEMA 4X Enclosure Rating—NEMA 4X rated potentiometers withstand weather, washdowns, and corrosion.
    NEMA 6 Enclosure Rating—NEMA 6 potentiometers seal out water from temporary submersion as well as weather and washdowns.
    Actuator
    Wattage @ Voltage
    Max. Voltage
    For Panel Cutout
    Dia.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    No. of
    Turns
    Resolution
    Dia.
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Choose a Maximum
    Resistance, kohm
    Each
    Plastic Housing
    2 W @ 120V AC
    2 W @ 24V DC
    500V AC/500V DC7/8", 22 mm2 1/4"110%1 1/8"PlasticScrew TerminalNEMA 4X, NEMA 13, IP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    1, 2.5, 5, 107506T1000000
    2 W @ 120V AC
    2 W @ 24V DC
    500V AC/500V DC1 3/16", 30 mm2 1/8"110%1 1/8"PlasticScrew TerminalNEMA 4X, NEMA 13, IP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CE Marked
    1, 2.5, 5, 107506T21000000
     
    Metal Housing
    2 W @ 300V AC
    2 W @ 300V DC
    300V AC/300V DC1 3/16", 30 mm1 15/16"15%1 1/8"PlasticScrew TerminalNEMA 6, NEMA 13, IP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, CE Marked
    2.5, 5, 106787K52000000
     

    Precision Potentiometers

    Control a device with 10 times the precision as our standard potentiometers. With a resolution of 0.1% or less, these potentiometers fine-tune an electrical flow, so you get the exact brightness, loudness, or speed you need. For example, use them to control the speed of a conveyor so packages move at just the right pace for labeling. Unlike standard potentiometers, confirm your settings on the display. Also known as variable output switches.
    Push Button Actuator
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Precision Potentiometers, Push Button Actuator, 3 Digits.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Precision Potentiometers, Push Button Actuator, 4 Digits.

    3 Digits

    4 Digits

    Potentiometers
    Covers
    For Panel
    Cutout
    Wattage @
    Voltage
    No. of
    Digits
    Resolution
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    Housing
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    No. of
    Terminals
    Choose a Maximum Resistance, kohm
    Each
    Each
    2 W @ 500V AC30.1%13/16"1 7/16"1 3/8"PlasticTab31, 5, 10, 20, 507436K360000007436K51000000
    2 W @ 500V AC40.01%13/16"1 13/16"1 3/8"PlasticTab310, 207436K11600000———0
    Rotary Actuator
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Precision Potentiometers, Rotary Actuator.
    Wattage @
    Voltage
    No. of
    Digits
    Resolution
    No. of
    Turns
    For Panel
    Cutout Dia.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    Dia.
    Housing
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    No. of
    Terminals
    Choose a Maximum
    Resistance, kohm
    Each
    1.5 W @ 385V AC30.1%101"5/8"1 1/4"PlasticTab31, 5, 107436K430000000
    1.5 W @ 385V AC30.1%1010 mm1/2"7/8"PlasticTab31, 5, 107436K112000000

    Programmable Potentiometers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Programmable Potentiometers.
    For quick, repeatable adjustments to electronic equipment, these potentiometers adjust and save electrical settings. They’re typically used to control speed, volume, or light intensity. For example, if a conveyor needs different speeds for different tasks, you can program each speed into them. Set the digital display to show the specific measurement unit for your application, such as motor rpm.
    Install them in a standard 1/8 DIN panel cutout. They’re NEMA 4X rated to resist corrosion, washdowns, and weather.
    For Panel
    Cutout
    Input Voltage,
    V AC
    Output Voltage,
    V DC
    Input Freq.,
    Hz
    Digital Display
    Type
    No. of
    Digits
    Resolution
    DIN
    Size
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Dp. Behind
    Panel
    Housing
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    No. of
    Terminals
    Mounting Fasteners
    Included
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    85 to 2500 to 2450, 60LED40.1%1/81 3/4"3 5/8"4 5/8"Aluminum
    Screw Terminal12YesNEMA 4X
    8890N110000000

    Variable-Speed Foot Potentiometers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Variable-Speed Foot Potentiometers, Iron Housing.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Potentiometers. Variable-Speed Foot Potentiometers, Iron Housing with Aluminum Guard.

    Iron Housing

    Iron Housing with

    Aluminum Guard

    When the pedal is pressed, the built-in potentiometer adjusts the resistance to vary the speed for motor drives. These switches can be wired to either increase or decrease the current when actuated. All are rated NEMA 4 and 13 for protection from washdowns and oil/coolant spraying.
    Mounting
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Action
    Switch
    Designation
    Switching Current
    @ Voltage
    No. of
    Terminals
    Quick-Disconnect
    Tab Wd.
    Conduit
    Trade Size
    Enclosure Rating
    Fasteners
    Included
    No.
    of
    Hole
    Dia.
    Choose a Maximum
    Resistance, kohm
    Each
    Quick-Disconnect-Terminal Wire Connection
     
    Iron Housing
    11 Off or 1 On
    Momentary
    SPDT
    15 amp @ 125V AC/250V AC30.187"3/4
    IP56, NEMA 4, NEMA 13
    No30.31"1, 5, 106817K110000000
     
    Iron Housing with Aluminum Guard
    11 Off or 1 On
    Momentary
    SPDT
    15 amp @ 125V AC/250V AC30.187"3/4
    IP56, NEMA 4, NEMA 13
    No30.31"1, 5, 106817K31000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Potentiometers

    Linear Motion Potentiometers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Potentiometers. Linear Motion Potentiometers.
    Pair these potentiometers with a controller to monitor the position of moving parts or send instructions to an electrical system. They have a rod that slides back and forth against an internal resistor, which increases or decreases the voltage flowing out to your controller. To monitor the position of a moving part, such as a robotic component, connect it to the rod. As the part moves, it pushes the rod back and forth, which allows the controller to observe and report the part’s exact position. To use these potentiometers as part of a controls system, connect them to a volume slider or other manual control. When you move the slider, the controller converts its position into instructions for electrical equipment, such as adjusting volume levels. These potentiometers are also called variable output switches.
    Lg.
    Rod
    5 kohm Maximum
    Resistance
    10 kohm Maximum
    Resistance
    Stroke
    Retracted
    Extended
    Wattage @
    Voltage
    Wd.
    Ht.
    Dia.
    Thread
    Size
    Material
    Housing
    Material
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Each
    Each
    5/32"1.59"1.74"0.125 W @ 200V DC1/4"9/32"1/16"0-80
    303 Stainless Steel
    PlasticWire LeadsIP45
    7625N110000007625N12000000
    1/4"1.59"1.84"0.125 W @ 200V DC1/4"9/32"1/16"0-80
    303 Stainless Steel
    PlasticWire LeadsIP45
    7625N13000007625N1400000
    1/2"2.22"2.72"0.25 W @ 300V DC9/32"11/32"3/32"2-56
    303 Stainless Steel
    PlasticWire LeadsIP45
    7625N15000007625N1600000
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