Encoders for tough challenges

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Whether in steel mills, cranes, paper production, mining machinery, or wind power plants, Leine Linde's encoders are built to withstand extreme heat, high humidity, dust, and vibration. Their modular design and tailored engineering make them the preferred choice for heavy-duty operations worldwide.

Made in Sweden, trusted worldwide

Founded in 1967 by engineers Per-Olov Leine and Henrik Linde, the company began with a vision to create customised, high-performance encoders. That spirit of innovation continues today at Leine Linde's headquarters and production facility in Strangnas, Sweden. Since 1992, the company has been part of the German HEIDENHAIN Corporate Group and now operates in over 100 countries with approximately 160 employees.

Customised in just 10 days

Leine Linde's modular product platform enables rapid customisation for specific customer needs. Thanks to a flexible production system, most orders are delivered within ten working days, with a 24-hour express option available for urgent needs.

Should any question or issue arise, Leine Linde is ready with fast, reliable, and personal support. Our team is committed to guiding you through every step of the process - from identifying the right solution to delivery, installation, and encoder use or replacement. Whether it's technical advice or assistance with replacement, you can count on dedicated support throughout the entire lifecycle of your encoder.

A comprehensive product portfolio

Leine Linde offers a wide range of solutions, including incremental and absolute encoders, rotary and linear sensors, signal converters, and condition monitoring systems. These products are engineered to deliver long-term performance in the harshest industrial environments.

Among the highlights is the FSI 608, an absolute inductive safety-certified encoder designed to meet the highest functional safety standards - certified up to SIL3/PLe, Cat. 4. It features PROFIsafe communication, and high-resolution output up to 31 bits for various positioning tasks. With a rugged anodised aluminium housing and stainless steel shaft, the FSI 608 is built for reliable operation in demanding environments.

Smarter service planning and maximised uptime

In today's industrial landscape, staying ahead of potential failures is key to maintaining productivity. That's where ADS Uptime comes in - Leine Linde's advanced condition monitoring system. It continuously monitors both encoder performance and environmental conditions, delivering real-time insights that support predictive maintenance.

With flexible access via Bluetooth or ADS Link, you can check encoder health on the go using the ADS Uptime app, or integrate data into your existing maintenance systems. The result? Fewer surprises, smarter service planning, and maximised uptime. The ADS Uptime is a function available on Leine Linde's incremental encoders within the 800-series primarily used in motion control applications.