IO-Link Rotary Encoder AHM36B-S3QC012x12 | 4096 Steps/Rev | IP65 Rated | Robust Design | by SICK
The IO-Link Rotary Encoder AHM36B-S3QC012x12 offers high precision with 4,096 steps per revolution and a robust mechanical design, making it ideal for industrial automation and motion control applications. With an IP65 rated enclosure, it ensures protection against dust and water, while its low power consumption and long bearing lifetime enhance reliability in demanding environments.
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Alternatively Known As: Rotary Encoder IO-Link, SICK AHM36B Encoder, IO-Link Position Sensor, Industrial Rotary Encoder
Technical Specifications
- Mean Time To Dangerous Failure (MTTFD): 240 years (EN ISO 13849-1)
- Max resolution: 4,096 steps per revolution x 4,096 revolutions (12 bit x 12 bit)
- Error limits: 0.35° at 20 °C
- Repeatability standard deviation: 0.25° at 20 °C
- Communication interface: IO-Link V1.1
- Initialization time: 2 seconds
- Cycle time: ≤ 3.2 ms
- Process data: Position, speed
- Parameterising data: Number of steps per revolution, number of revolutions, preset, counting direction, sampling rate for speed calculation, unit for output of speed value
- Status information via status LED
- Connection type: Male connector, M12, 4-pin, universal
- Supply voltage: 18 to 30 V
- Power consumption: ≤ 1.5 W
- Reverse polarity protection: Yes
- Mechanical design: Solid shaft, face mount flange
- Shaft diameter: 6 mm with flat
- Shaft length: 12 mm
- Shaft material: Stainless steel
- Flange material: Aluminum
- Housing material: Zinc
- Start up torque: < 0.5 Ncm at 20 °C
- Operating torque: < 0.5 Ncm at 20 °C
- Permissible shaft loading: 40 N radial, 20 N axial
- Operating speed: ≤ 6,000 min⁻¹
- Moment of inertia of rotor: 2.5 gcm²
- Bearing lifetime: 3.6 x 10^8 revolutions
- Angular acceleration: ≤ 500,000 rad/s²
- EMC compliance: EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3, EN 61131-9
- Enclosure rating: IP65 (IEC 60529)
- Permissible relative humidity: 90% (no condensation)
- Operating temperature range: -20 °C to +70 °C
- Storage temperature range: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Shock resistance: 100 g, 6 ms
- Vibration resistance: 20 g, 10 Hz to 2,000 Hz
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 36mm x 60mm x 36mm
- Weight: 0.12 kg
Key Features
- High resolution with 4,096 steps per revolution and 4,096 revolutions
- IO-Link V1.1 communication interface for efficient data exchange
- Robust mechanical design with solid shaft and face mount flange
- IP65 rated enclosure for protection against dust and water
- Low power consumption of ≤ 1.5 W
- Reverse polarity protection included
- High resistance to shocks (100 g) and vibration (20 g)
- Long bearing lifetime of 3.6 x 10^8 revolutions
Professional Installation Requirements
- Installation by a qualified technician or electrician is recommended to ensure proper connection and configuration of the IO-Link interface and mechanical mounting.
Applications
- Industrial automation for precise position and speed measurement
- Robotics and motion control systems
- Manufacturing process monitoring
- Machine tool feedback systems
Standards & Compliance
- AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
Environmental Benefits
- Low power consumption reduces energy usage in industrial applications
- Durable design minimizes waste and replacement frequency
Warranty Information
Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
Available Now
The SICK AHM36B-S3QC012x12 IO-Link Rotary Encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and precision motion control applications.
