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EKS36 Optical Encoder SIL2 Certified 18 Bit Resolution SICK

BRAND: SICK
SKU: 1081628
$914.50 List price: $1,149.40
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The SICK EKS36 Optical Encoder delivers high precision with an 18-bit resolution per revolution, making it ideal for industrial automation and safety-critical
Technical Specifications
  • Safety integrity level: SIL2 (IEC 61508), SILCL2 (EN 62061)
  • Category: 3 (EN ISO 13849), Performance Level PL d
  • Position resolution: 18 bit per revolution
  • System accuracy: ±120″
  • Signal noise: ±5″
  • Available memory area: 8,192 Byte
  • Measurement step per revolution: 262,144
  • Measurement principle: Optical
  • Type of code: Binary
  • Communication interface: HIPERFACE DSL®
  • Initialization time: Max. 500 ms
  • Connection type: Male connector, 4-pin
  • Supply voltage: 7 V to 12 V (recommended 8 V)
  • Current consumption: ≤ 150 mA
  • Output frequency: 0 kHz to 75 kHz
  • Shaft version: Tapered shaft
  • Operating speed: ≤ 12,000 min⁻¹
  • Operating temperature range: –20 °C to +115 °C
  • Storage temperature range: –40 °C to +125 °C
  • Relative humidity: 90%, condensation not permitted
  • Resistance to shocks: 100 g, 6 ms
  • Resistance to vibrations: 50 g, 10 Hz to 2,000 Hz
  • EMC compliance: EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-4, IEC 61326-3
  • Enclosure rating: IP40
  • Dimensions (H x L x W): 36mm x 50mm x 36mm
  • Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
  • High impedance capacitive connection between encoder housing and encoder GND
  • Possibility to connect cable shield to housing potential on PIN4 of DSL connector
  • Safe increment SIL2 (IEC 61508), SILCL2 (EN 62061) certified
  • Category 3 (EN ISO 13849) with Performance Level PL d
  • Optical measurement principle with 18 bit resolution per revolution
  • System accuracy ±120″ and signal noise ±5″
  • Communication interface HIPERFACE DSL®
  • Operating temperature range from –20 °C to +115 °C
  • Enclosure rating IP40 with mating plugs inserted and cover closed
  • Operating speed up to 12,000 min⁻¹
Professional Installation Requirements
  • Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with safety-related control systems and electrical connections to ensure compliance with SIL2 standards.
Applications
  • Industrial automation and control systems
  • Safety-related motion control requiring SIL2 and PL d compliance
  • High precision position measurement in machinery
  • Robotics and manufacturing equipment
Standards & Compliance
  • AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Environmental Benefits
  • Durable design reduces need for frequent replacements, minimizing waste
  • Low power consumption electronics contribute to energy efficiency
Warranty Information

Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.

Available Now

The SICK EKS36-2KF0A0S13 optical encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety-critical applications requiring high precision and SIL2 compliance.

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