Measuring Wheel Encoder MWS120-22M3AC03600 | 3600 Steps/Rev | 0.073 mm Increment | Robust Aluminum & Stainless Steel | by SICK
The Measuring Wheel Encoder MWS120-22M3AC03600 offers high precision with 3,600 steps per revolution and a measuring increment of just 0.073 mm per pulse. Designed for industrial automation, it ensures accurate length and position measurement, making it ideal for material handling and packaging machinery. With robust aluminum construction and stainless steel spring elements, this encoder is built to last in demanding environments.
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- MTTFD: 230 years (EN ISO 13849-1)
- Number of steps per revolution: 3,600
- Measuring increment: 0.073 mm per pulse
- Repeatability: < 0.1 mm
- Communication interface: SSI
- Connection type: Male connector, M12, 8-pin, universal
- Power consumption: ≤ 1.5 W (without load)
- Supply voltage: 4.5 V to 32 V
- Reverse polarity protection: Yes
- Measuring wheel circumference: 300 mm
- Measuring wheel surface: O-ring NBR70
- Mounting: Measuring wheel mounted at the front
- Spring element material: Stainless steel
- Measuring wheel and spring arm material: Aluminum
- Start up torque: 0.5 Ncm
- Operating torque: < 0.5 Ncm
- Bearing lifetime: 3.6 x 10^8 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
- EMC: According to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Operating temperature range: -30 °C to +80 °C
- Storage temperature range: -40 °C to +100 °C
- Dimensions (H x L x W): 120mm x 150mm x 120mm
- Weight: 0.5 kg
- High resolution with 3,600 steps per revolution
- Measuring increment of 0.073 mm per pulse
- Repeatability less than 0.1 mm
- Robust mechanics with aluminum measuring wheel and stainless steel spring element
- Low power consumption ≤ 1.5 W
- Wide operating temperature range from -30 °C to +80 °C
- Reverse polarity protection included
- EMC compliant according to EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-3
- Installation should be performed by a qualified technician or engineer familiar with industrial encoders and electrical safety standards to ensure proper mounting and connection.
- Industrial automation for precise length and position measurement
- Material handling and conveyor systems
- Packaging machinery requiring accurate measurement feedback
- Complies with AS/NZS 3000 – Wiring Rules (Electrical Installation)
- Low power consumption reduces energy usage
- Durable materials extend product life and reduce waste
Standard manufacturer warranty applies. Please refer to SICK's official warranty policy for details.
The SICK MWS120-22M3AC03600 Measuring Wheel Encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and precise measurement applications.
