Incremental Measuring Wheel Encoder | 1024 Pulses/Rev | 3.4 mm Resolution | Robust Design | by SICK
The Incremental Measuring Wheel Encoder is engineered for high precision with 1,024 pulses per revolution and a measuring increment of 3.4 mm per pulse. Ideal for industrial automation and control systems, this encoder features a robust knurled polyurethane measuring wheel and a stainless steel spring mechanism, ensuring reliability and durability in demanding environments.
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- Pulses per revolution: 1,024
- Measuring increment (resolution): 3.4 mm per pulse
- Repeatability: < 0.1 mm
- Communication interface: Incremental TTL / HTL
- Number of signal channels: 6
- Connection type: Cable, 8-wire, with male M12 8-pin connector, 0.5 m length
- Power consumption: ≤ 0.5 W (without load)
- Supply voltage: 4.5 V to 30 V
- Reverse polarity protection: Yes
- Short-circuit protection: Yes
- Measuring wheel circumference: 300 mm
- Measuring wheel surface: Knurled polyurethane
- Mounting: Measuring wheel mounted at the front
- Spring arm mechanism material: Stainless steel spring element, aluminum measuring wheel and arm
- Start up torque: +1.2 Ncm at 20 °C
- Operating torque: 1.1 Ncm at 20 °C
- Bearing lifetime: 3.6 x 10^9 revolutions
- Minimum spring tension force: 4 N
- Max permissible working area for spring: ± 10 mm
- Service life of spring element: > 1.5 million cycles
- Mounting position: Preferably from above, from below possible
- Operating temperature range: -30 °C to +80 °C
- Storage temperature range: -40 °C to +100 °C
- EMC: According to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 100mm x 150mm x 120mm
- Weight: 0.5 kg
- High reliability with mean time to dangerous failure (MTTFD) of 500 years
- High resolution with 1,024 pulses per revolution
- Repeatability of less than 0.1 mm
- 6-channel incremental communication interface with TTL/HTL signals
- Robust mechanics with knurled polyurethane measuring wheel
- Spring arm mechanism with stainless steel spring element and aluminum measuring wheel
- Low power consumption of ≤ 0.5 W
- Wide operating temperature range from -30 °C to +80 °C
- EMC compliant according to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Reverse polarity and short-circuit protection
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with incremental encoders and electrical wiring standards to ensure proper connection and calibration.
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Position and speed measurement in manufacturing
- Conveyor belt monitoring
- Material handling and logistics
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Low power consumption reduces energy usage
- Durable design extends product life and reduces waste
- Compliance with China-RoHS ensures reduced hazardous substances
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK for detailed warranty terms.
The SICK MWS120-25A17P01024 Incremental Measuring Wheel Encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and precise measurement applications.
