Incremental Rotary Encoder | 2048 Pulses/Rev | IP65/IP67 Rated | Robust Hollow Shaft Design | by SICK
The Incremental Rotary Encoder DFS21A-LCB1N002048 offers high precision with 2048 pulses per revolution, making it ideal for industrial automation and control systems. Designed for durability, it features a robust through hollow shaft and is IP65/IP67 rated for protection against dust and water. With a low start-up torque and high bearing lifetime, this encoder is perfect for applications requiring reliable rotational position and speed measurement.
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- Pulses per revolution: 2048
- Measuring step: ±90°, electric/pulses per revolution
- Measuring step deviation: ±0.008° pulses 100 to 10,000
- Error limits: ±0.03°
- Communication interface: Incremental HTL / Push pull
- Number of signal channels: 6
- 0-set function via hardware pin: Yes, H-active
- Initialization time: 40 ms
- Output frequency: 820 kHz
- Load current: 30 mA
- Power consumption: 0.7 W (without load)
- Connection type: 9-wire cable, radial, 5 m length
- Supply voltage: 8 to 30 V
- Reference signal: 1, positioned at 180°, gated with A
- Code sequence: Clockwise
- Reverse polarity protection: Yes
- Short-circuit protection of outputs: Yes
- Mechanical design: Through hollow shaft
- Shaft diameter: 3/8 inch front clamp
- Flange type: 3-point stator coupling
- Shaft material: Stainless steel 1.4305
- Flange and housing material: Aluminum
- Start-up torque: 0.8 Ncm at +20°C
- Operating torque: 0.6 Ncm at +20°C
- Permissible static movement: ±0.3 mm radial, ±0.5 mm axial
- Permissible dynamic movement: ±0.05 mm radial, ±0.1 mm axial
- Operating speed: up to 6000 min⁻¹
- Moment of inertia of rotor: 40 gcm²
- Bearing lifetime: 3.6 x 10⁹ revolutions
- Angular acceleration: up to 500,000 rad/s²
- EMC compliance: EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Enclosure rating: IP65 shaft side, IP67 housing side
- Operating temperature range: -30°C to +85°C
- Storage temperature range: -40°C to +100°C
- Resistance to shocks: 100 g, 11 ms
- Resistance to vibration: 30 g, 10 Hz to 2000 Hz
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 50mm x 80mm x 50mm
- Weight: 0.3 kg
- High resolution with 2048 pulses per revolution
- Robust through hollow shaft mechanical design
- IP65 rated shaft side and IP67 rated housing side for protection
- Reverse polarity and short-circuit protection
- Low start-up torque of 0.8 Ncm
- Operating speed up to 6000 min⁻¹
- High bearing lifetime of 3.6 x 10⁹ revolutions
- EMC compliant according to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with electrical and mechanical integration of incremental encoders to ensure proper alignment and connection.
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Rotational position and speed measurement
- Robotics and machinery feedback
- Conveyor and material handling systems
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Durable design reduces replacement frequency and waste
- Low power consumption of 0.7 W minimizes energy use
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
The SICK DFS21A-LCB1N002048 incremental encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and precise rotational measurement applications.
