60C22-M7-4-040S

60C22-M7-4-040S Encoders

The 60C22-M7-4-040S encoder is a digital rotary encoder developed by M7 Corporation for industrial-grade applications. It is designed to be used in a variety of applications, including measuring systems, CNC machine tools, motor feedback systems, machine vision systems, and powertool applications. The encoder is designed to be rugged and reliable, operating well in extreme temperature or vibration environments.

Design Features

The 60C22-M7-4-040S encoder has a range of features that make it suitable for industrial applications. It is capable of high-resolution rotary sensing with resolution of up to 1024 pulses per revolution, and has a wide operating temperature range from -35°C to +85°C. The encoder is also shock and vibration-proof, as it is constructed from heavy-duty plastic and metal components. Other features include an optical sensing interface, optional NPN or PNP outputs, push-buttonswitch, and a potentiometer.

Application Fields

The 60C22-M7-4-040S encoder is suitable for a range of industrial applications. It is primarily used as a feedback device in applications such as measuring systems, CNC machine tools, motor feedback systems, machine vision systems and powertool applications. It is also used in robotics for feedback control. The encoder can be interfaced with system processors such as microcontrollers and embedded systems via RS-232 or analog inputs.

Working Principle

The 60C22-M7-4-040S encoder is a digital rotary encoder. It is based on the principle of optical sensing and is able to detect the angular position of a rotating shaft with high precision. The shaft is attached to the encoder and is connected to the output shaft of a motor or other rotating mechanism. When the shaft rotates, an optical sensing disk attached to the shaft is detected by an Light Emitting Diode (LED) which is triggered by a Hall Effect IC. The illuminated LED emits light which is received and processed by an output detector connected to the motor. The solution produces an electrical pulse that is fed to the output connected to the system processor. The pulse is then processed by the system to determine the position of the shaft. The encoder also includes a push-button switch which is interfaced to the processor and can be used to manually reset the position of the encoder.

Conclusion

The 60C22-M7-4-040S encoder is a digital rotary encoder designed to be used in a variety of industrial-grade applications. It has a range of features such as high-resolution sensing, shock and vibration-proof construction, and NPN/PNP outputs. It is designed for feedback control applications, including measuring systems, CNC machine tools, motor feedback systems, machine vision systems and powertool applications. The encoder has an optical sensing interface and the position of the shaft is determined by detecting and processing a shaft-mounted optical sensing disk with an LED light source and output detector.