Ethernet/IP Encoder AFM60A-BHIB018x12 | 262,144 Steps/Rev | IP65/IP67 Rated | by SICK
The Ethernet/IP Encoder AFM60A-BHIB018x12 offers high resolution with 262,144 steps per revolution and 4,096 revolutions, making it ideal for industrial automation and precision motion control. With robust IP65 and IP67 protection ratings, this encoder ensures reliable performance in harsh environments, while its low power consumption and advanced diagnostics enhance operational efficiency.
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Alternatively Known As: Ethernet/IP Encoder, High-Resolution Rotary Encoder, Industrial Position Encoder, SICK AFM60 Encoder
- MTTFD (mean time to dangerous failure): 80 years (EN ISO 13849-1)
- Number of steps per revolution: 262,144 (18 bit)
- Number of revolutions: 4,096 (12 bit)
- Max resolution: 18 bit x 12 bit (262,144 x 4,096)
- Error limits G: 0.03°
- Repeatability standard deviation σr: 0.002°
- Communication interface: EtherNet/IP™
- Encoder profile: V4.1 class3
- Data transmission rate: 10 Mbit/s, 100 Mbit/s
- Transmission medium: CAT-5e cable
- Initialization time: Approx. 10 s
- RPI (requested packet interval): 5 ms ... 750 ms
- Connection type: Male connector 1x M12 4-pin axial, Female connector 2x M12 4-pin axial
- Supply voltage: 10 ... 30 V
- Power consumption: ≤ 3 W (without load)
- Reverse polarity protection: Yes
- Mechanical design: Blind hollow shaft
- Shaft diameter: 15 mm
- Shaft material: Stainless steel
- Flange material: Aluminum
- Housing material: Aluminum
- Start up torque: 0.8 Ncm (+20 °C)
- Operating torque: 0.6 Ncm (+20 °C)
- Permissible movement static: ± 0.3 mm (radial), ± 0.5 mm (axial)
- Permissible movement dynamic: ± 0.05 mm (radial), ± 0.1 mm (axial)
- Operating speed: ≤ 6,000 min⁻¹
- Moment of inertia of the rotor: 40 gcm²
- Bearing lifetime: 3 x 10^9 revolutions
- Angular acceleration: ≤ 500,000 rad/s²
- EMC: According to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Enclosure rating: IP65 shaft side, IP67 housing side
- Permissible relative humidity: 90% (no condensation)
- Operating temperature range: –40 °C to +85 °C
- Storage temperature range: –40 °C to +100 °C
- 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 60mm x 60mm
- Weight: 0.2 kg
- High resolution with 262,144 steps per revolution and 4,096 revolutions
- EtherNet/IP™ communication interface with 10 Mbit/s and 100 Mbit/s data rates
- Robust mechanical design with blind hollow shaft and stainless steel shaft
- IP65 shaft side and IP67 housing side protection ratings
- Reverse polarity protection and low power consumption (≤ 3 W)
- Advanced diagnostics and parameterizing capabilities
- Long bearing lifetime of 3 x 10^9 revolutions
- Supports Device Level Ring (DLR) for network redundancy
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper connection and compliance with electrical standards.
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Robotics and motion control
- Precision measurement and positioning
- Factory and process automation
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Low power consumption reduces energy usage in industrial applications
- Durable design minimizes replacement frequency and waste
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.
The SICK AFM60A-BHIB018x12 Ethernet/IP Encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and precision motion control applications.
