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EtherCAT Encoder AFM60A-BCEB018x12 | 262,144 Steps/Rev | IP65/IP67 Rated | by SICK

BRAND: SICK
SKU: 1059058
$2,418.90 List price: $3,040.30
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The EtherCAT Encoder AFM60A-BCEB018x12 delivers high-resolution feedback with 262,144 steps per revolution, making it ideal for industrial automation and robotics. Designed for precision and reliability, it features a robust stainless steel shaft and operates in extreme temperatures from -40°C to +85°C. With an impressive MTTFD of 80 years, this encoder ensures safety and longevity in demanding applications.
Technical Specifications
  • MTTFD: 80 years (EN ISO 13849-1)
  • Resolution: 262,144 steps per revolution (18 bit), 4,096 revolutions (12 bit)
  • Error limits G: 0.03°
  • Repeatability standard deviation σr: 0.002°
  • Communication interface: EtherCAT with CoE protocol
  • Data transmission rate: 10 Mbit/s, 100 Mbit/s
  • Connection type: Male and female M12, 4-pin axial connectors
  • Supply voltage: 10 to 30 V
  • Power consumption: ≤ 3 W (without load)
  • Mechanical design: Blind hollow shaft, 3/8 inch diameter
  • Materials: Stainless steel shaft, aluminum flange and housing
  • Operating speed: ≤ 6,000 min⁻¹
  • Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C
  • Enclosure rating: IP65 shaft side, IP67 housing side
  • Resistance to shocks: 100 g, 6 ms
  • Resistance to vibration: 30 g, 10 Hz to 2,000 Hz
  • Dimensions (H x L x W): 60mm x 40mm x 60mm
  • Weight: 0.2 kg
Key Features
  • High resolution with 262,144 steps per revolution and 4,096 revolutions
  • Safety-related mean time to dangerous failure (MTTFD) of 80 years
  • Communication via EtherCAT with CoE (CAN over EtherCAT®) protocol
  • Robust mechanical design with blind hollow shaft and stainless steel shaft
  • Wide operating temperature range from -40°C to +85°C
  • IP65 shaft side and IP67 housing side protection
  • Reverse polarity protection and low power consumption (≤ 3 W)
  • Advanced diagnostics including temperature, speed, position monitoring, and voltage signals
Professional Installation Requirements
  • Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with EtherCAT systems and industrial encoder mounting to ensure proper alignment and secure connections.
Applications
  • Industrial automation and robotics requiring precise position feedback
  • Motion control systems in manufacturing
  • Safety-related applications in machinery with high reliability demands
Standards & Compliance
  • Complies with AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Environmental Benefits
  • Low power consumption reduces energy usage in industrial systems
  • Durable design minimizes replacement frequency and electronic waste
Warranty Information

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

Available Now

The SICK AFM60A-BCEB018x12 encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for high-precision industrial automation and safety-related applications.