Non-Contact, Multi-Turn Encoder Sets New Standards

The requirements for this new encoder were ambitious with Baumer Product Manager, Sebastian Koester confirming: The EB360 was intended to set a new encoder standard in factory automation, delivering the smallest multi-turn encoder, which would be free from maintenance and wear-free as a result of utilising non-contact sensing technology." Thanks to the delivery of angle and speed information with +/- 0.3% precision, combined with protection standards of IP67 or the option of IP69K, the encoder is ideal for harsh environments.

The modular, space-saving design and integral rotor simplifies integration of the encoder into systems and extends its potential use across a wide range of applications.

The encoder's non-contact sensing principle without moving components ensures high reliability preventing any ingress of unwanted fibres, dusts or fluids. Also, the absence of any moving parts eliminates the issues of time-consuming maintenance and unwanted production downtime.

The EB360 is available as a single-turn or multi-turn encoder with interfaces including SSI, CANopen and SAEJ1939. It offers high resistance to vibration and shocks up to 500g, and operation in applications with temperatures ranging from -40degC to +85degC.

Typical applications for the EB360 encoder include textile manufacturing, packaging machines, conveyor belts and medical technology.