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Optical Safety Encoder EKS36-2KF0B020A SIL 2 & PL d Compliance 20 Bit Resolution SICK

BRAND: SICK
SKU: 1084232
$983.40 List price: $1,236.00
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The Optical Safety Encoder EKS36-2KF0B020A is designed for industrial automation, offering SIL 2 and PL d compliance for safety-critical applications.
Technical Specifications
  • Safety integrity level: SIL 2 (IEC 61508), SILCL2 (EN 62061)
  • Category: 3 (EN ISO 13849)
  • Test rate: 1 hour
  • Maximum demand rate: 216 µs
  • Performance level: PL d (EN ISO 13849)
  • Position resolution per revolution: 20 bit
  • System accuracy: ±100 arcseconds
  • Signal noise (σ): ±4 arcseconds
  • Number of absolute ascertainable revolutions: 1
  • Available memory area: 8,192 Byte
  • Measurement step per revolution: 1,048,576
  • Measurement principle: Optical
  • Type of code for absolute value: Binary
  • Communication interface: HIPERFACE DSL®
  • Initialization time: Max. 500 ms
  • Connection type: Male connector, 4-pin
  • Supply voltage: 7 V to 12 V
  • Recommended supply voltage: 8 V
  • Current consumption: ≤150 mA
  • Output frequency for digital position value: 0 kHz to 75 kHz
  • Shaft version: Tapered shaft
  • Operating speed: ≤12,000 min⁻¹
  • Operating temperature range: –20 °C to +115 °C
  • Storage temperature range: –40 °C to +125 °C
  • Relative humidity: 90%, condensation not permitted
  • Resistance to shocks: 100 g, 6 ms
  • Resistance to vibrations: 50 g, 10 Hz to 2,000 Hz
  • Enclosure rating: IP40
  • Dimensions (H x L x W): 36mm x 50mm x 36mm
  • Weight: 0.1 kg
Key Features
  • Safety integrity level SIL 2 (IEC 61508) and Performance Level d (EN ISO 13849)
  • Optical measurement principle with 20 bit resolution per revolution
  • System accuracy of ±100 arcseconds and low signal noise ±4 arcseconds
  • Communication via HIPERFACE DSL® interface
  • Operating temperature range from –20 °C to +115 °C
  • Robust mechanical design with tapered shaft and stator coupling
  • High resistance to shocks (100 g) and vibrations (50 g)
  • Enclosure rating IP40 with mating plugs inserted and cover closed
Professional Installation Requirements
  • Installation should be performed by qualified personnel familiar with safety encoders and electrical standards to ensure compliance and optimal performance.
Applications
  • Industrial automation for precise position measurement
  • Safety-related applications requiring SIL 2 and PL d compliance
  • High-speed machinery with operating speeds up to 12,000 min⁻¹
  • Environments requiring robust optical encoders with IP40 protection
Standards & Compliance
  • AS/NZS 4801 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems
Environmental Benefits
  • High reliability reduces downtime and waste from replacements
  • Energy-efficient operation with low current consumption (≤150 mA)
  • Long service life reduces environmental impact from frequent replacements
Warranty Information

Standard manufacturer warranty applies; please refer to SICK's official warranty policy.

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The SICK EKS36-2KF0B020A Optical Safety Encoder is available for immediate purchase, ideal for industrial automation and safety-critical applications requiring high precision and reliability.

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