Absolute Rotary Encoder AHS36B | 4096 Steps/Rev | IP65 Rated | Fast Initialization | by SICK
The Absolute Rotary Encoder AHS36B is designed for precise position measurement in industrial automation, featuring a high resolution of 4,096 steps per revolution and an IP65 rated enclosure for dust and water protection. With a robust mechanical design and low power consumption, it's perfect for robotics, machine tool control, and conveyor systems, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments.
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- Resolution: 4,096 steps per revolution (12 bit)
- Error limits: 0.35° at 20 °C
- Repeatability standard deviation: 0.25° at 20 °C
- Communication interface: SSI
- Initialization time: 100 ms
- Position forming time: 125 µs
- Code type: Gray code
- Clock frequency: 2 MHz
- Supply voltage: 4.5 to 32 V DC
- Power consumption: ≤ 1.5 W (without load)
- Connection type: Male M12, 8-pin connector
- Mechanical design: Solid shaft, servo flange
- Shaft diameter: 6 mm with flat
- Shaft length: 12 mm
- Housing material: Zinc
- Flange material: Aluminum
- Shaft material: Stainless steel
- Start up torque: 0.5 Ncm at 20 °C
- Operating torque: < 0.5 Ncm at 20 °C
- Permissible shaft loading: 40 N radial, 20 N axial
- Operating speed: ≤ 9,000 min⁻¹
- Moment of inertia of rotor: 2.5 gcm²
- Bearing lifetime: 3.6 x 10^8 revolutions
- Operating temperature range: -20 °C to +70 °C
- Storage temperature range: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Enclosure rating: IP65
- EMC compliance: EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Shock resistance: 100 g, 6 ms
- Vibration resistance: 20 g, 10 Hz to 2,000 Hz
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 36mm x 50mm x 36mm
- Weight: 0.12 kg
- High resolution with 4,096 steps per revolution (12 bit)
- Robust mechanical design with solid shaft and servo flange
- Stainless steel shaft with flat for secure mounting
- IP65 rated enclosure for protection against dust and water
- Low power consumption ≤ 1.5 W
- Reverse polarity protection included
- Fast initialization time of 100 ms
- High operating speed up to 9,000 min⁻¹
- Reliable performance with MTTFD of 230 years (EN ISO 13849-1)
- Installation by qualified personnel is recommended to ensure proper electrical connection and mechanical mounting according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Industrial automation for precise position measurement
- Robotics and servo motor feedback
- Machine tool control systems
- Conveyor and material handling systems
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Complies with AS/NZS 3820 – Essential Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment
- Low power consumption reduces energy usage in industrial systems
- Durable materials and long service life minimize waste and replacement frequency
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
The SICK AHS36B-S1AC004096 absolute encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and precise position feedback applications.
