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In safety-critical applications, a motion control system must be able to trust the position feedback that it receives from encoders and other sensors.If a sensor or encoder malfunctions, the controller must be able to quickly recognise the fault and take appropriate action. Component failure can be detected more readily if there are redundant feedback channels in the control system. If the control system receives similar signals from two different sensors set to measure the same mechanical property; it can assume that both are functioning properly. Discrepancies between the readings would

An encoder with an analog output provides a varying signal such as 0-10V or 4-20mA, which is representative of the position of the shaft.As with all absolute encoders, the measurement range is finite. Therefore, a start point and end point must be set. For this example, we will assume a single turn 0-360° encoder that has a 4-20mA output. To re-scale the measuring range of the encoder, the minimum and maximum positions must be re-programmed. The minimum (also referred to as “zero”) is the position that it will output 4mA, and the maximum is where it will output 20mA. To program these preset

POSITAL has updated the EtherNet/IP communications interface on their encoders to optimise data transfer, thereby reducing downtime due to transmission delays.As well-advanced network management tools, the new advanced protocol also supports a communications cap which allows installers to define the device’s IP address through a set of three rotary switches. High temperature warnings, monitored acceleration levels, and a time counter can be accessed through this upgrade. POSITAL’s implementation of this upgrade meets all requirements of the ODVA’s conformance testing. The new models are

PCA Encoders offers a comprehensive range of encoders to buy online.Buying encoders online is convenient for customers who need to be out in the field during office hours and need to place purchase orders for encoders in the evening. You can browse our range of encoders by clicking on the following link: Link to Encoders to Buy Online PROGRAMMABLE ENCODERS PCA's range of encoders includes programmable encoders manufactured by POSITAL. You may not be immediately familiar with the POSITAL brand name, but they are a German manufacturer, producing encoders for many of the well-known encoder

PCA Encoders stocks the widest range of encoder accessories in Australia to support our client’s applications installation.For example, the POSITAL spring-loaded pivot arm, which can be used with a POSITAL encoder and encoder wheel. Encoder Pivot Arm This precision German engineered aluminium spring-loaded pivot arm has a highly flexible modular design and can be installed in almost any position. It suits any 58mm clamp flange solid shaft encoder and saves you from having to fashion a mechanical solution yourself. The spring loading is important to ensure good surface contact with the product

Motrona’s FM210 frequency multiplier gives you fast and stable frequency multiplication. The FM210 acts in a similar manner to a gear box, allowing the transmission ration between the primary and secondary sides to easily be configured, but with more flexibility and without the need to crouch under a machine to do so. The parameters for dividend and divisor can be set within the range from 0.0005 - 9.9999. Enabling you to set the division ratios with an accuracy that excludes a cumulative residual error. In addition to excellent accuracy, the new FM210 frequency multiplier also gives you a

The speed and position signals of rotary encoders often need to be transmitted over long distances that are questionable for reliability. The distance from the point of “pick up” to the controller (PLC, VSD, or display) needs to be considered and cannot be an indefinite length. Certain measures can be taken to avoid signal problems. Problems caused by cable runs that are too long can present intermittently or may only present after some time, as interference conditions change, or electronic components such as capacitors age. Steps should be taken at the design stage of a system to avoid such

POSITAL has a range of absolute IO-Link encoders. The two most popular models are already listed on this website: UCD-LK00B-1516-VAS0-PRV UCD-LK00B-1516-RA10-PRV All POSITAL’s IO-Link absolute encoders are available through PCA encoders. The advantages of POSITAL’s IO-LInk absolute encoders are: Magnetic multi-turn sensing without gears or batteries Condition monitoring via vibration and temperature sensor Hardware I/O-Pin for preset, reset or cam switch Lower costs through simplified wiring Automatic parameterisation after device replacement Advantages of Using IO-Link Encoders IO-Link is an

PCA Encoders stocks the POSITAL OCD-EIB1B-1213-B15V-PRM PROFINET encoder. This absolute hollow shaft encoder has an all stainless-steel construction, which makes it ideal for many harsh applications, where a rugged encoder is required. This encoder is surprisingly affordable, being offered at a reasonable price. PROFINET is an industry standard protocol for data communication over Industrial Ethernet, which is widely used in Australia. Its strength is delivering data under tight time constraints. The POSITAL OCD-EIB1B-1213-B15V-PRM has a built in PROFINET interface, so there is no need for any

For more than 40 years, Motrona safety relays have been used globally by crane manufacturers to monitor various parameters with a security level of SIL3 / Ple. These parameters include: Winding and unwinding speed Direction of rotation Standstill and drift of the hoist rope Motrona safety relays can also be retrofitted to existing cranes. Autonomous speed monitoring ensures that the highest safety standards can be met. Different limit values are selectable, depending on the inclination of the crane arm. Wind Speed Monitoring on Tower Cranes Wind speed monitoring is especially important with