Encoder Technology PCMT Linear Encoder
Features
- Converts the movement of key machine parts into electrical signals.
- Designed for harsh industrial environments and resistant to various physical and environmental factors.
- Magnetic band length can reach up to 50 meters.
- Allows for either user-defined reference marks or external zero signal actuator.
- LED on the reading head confirms reference mark detection.
- Compressed air can be used to clean the rail surface, improving accuracy.
- Two output signal options:
- PCMT-F: Square-wave with built-in interpolation electronics.
- PCMT-AV: Sinusoidal signal requiring external interpolation.
Encoder Technology PCMT Linear Encoder
Features
- Converts the movement of key machine parts into electrical signals.
- Designed for harsh industrial environments and resistant to various physical and environmental factors.
- Magnetic band length can reach up to 50 meters.
- Allows for either user-defined reference marks or external zero signal actuator.
- LED on the reading head confirms reference mark detection.
- Compressed air can be used to clean the rail surface, improving accuracy.
- Two output signal options:
- PCMT-F: Square-wave with built-in interpolation electronics.
- PCMT-AV: Sinusoidal signal requiring external interpolation.
The encoder is used to convert linear displacements of key machine components into electrical signals containing information about the value and direction of the displacement.
The encoder is intended to be used in particular heavy conditions. It is protected against products of technological processes and mechanical actions.
The encoder consists of a metal-based magnetic band MP, reading head and profile rail PS with a protective band. The length of the magnetic band could be up to 50 m (MP500 up to 20 m).
The encoder could be supplied with an external zero signal actuator (magnet), which allows the usage of one of many reference marks made on magnetic bands. A zero signal actuator is not necessary if the magnetic band with reference marks made according to customer requirements (MP200Z) is used. The reading head has an LED, which indicates the reference mark passage through the head. In the encoder, PCMT the compressed air (P = 600 kPa) is blown into the case of the head to clean the rail surface from small fragments.
Two versions of output signals are available:
• – PCMT-F – Square-wave signals, with integrated subdividing electronics for interpolation.
• – PCMT-AV – Sinusoidal signals, with amplitude approx. 1 Vpp, which requires external subdividing electronics.
