62A11-02-160C

Series:	62A
Part Status:	Active
Encoder Type:	Optical
Output Type:	Quadrature (Incremental)
Pulses per Revolution:	32
Voltage - Supply:	5V
Actuator Type:	1/4" Dia Flatted End
Detent:	Yes
Built in Switch:	Yes
Mounting Type:	Panel Mount
Orientation:	User Selectable
Termination Style:	Cable with Connector
Rotational Life (Cycles Min):	1M

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What is an Encoder?

An encoder is an electronic device that converts a set of physical inputs and outputs into a coded signal. It is a type of sensor that encodes position, speed or direction information into an electronic signal. The output of an encoder is usually in the form of a pulse train. These pulses are then used to indicate the position, speed or direction of a specific motor, an automation system, or an assembly device.This article will focus on a particular encoder, the 62A11-02-160C, which is an absolute position encoder. It is a type of optical or incremental encoder that uses light reflecting on the encoder\'s discs to measure position and velocity.

62A11-02-160C Application Field

The 62A11-02-160C is an absolute position encoder, so it can measure position accurately without reference to any other device. It is commonly used in a variety of applications, including automotive, industrial machinery, robotics, and aerospace.In automotive applications, the 62A11-02-160C may be used to measure the position of a steering wheel in order to control the power steering system. In industrial and robotics applications, it may be used to measure the precise position of a robotic arm. In aerospace applications, the encoder can be used to measure the movement of an aircraft\'s control surfaces.

62A11-02-160C Working Principle

The 62A11-02-160C is an absolute position encoder, which means it measures the exact position or angle of a particular object without reference to any other device. It uses coded discs to encode and measure the position of the object.The discs contain an array of patterns of lines, and each disc has a unique pattern. These discs are attached to a spindle, which is attached to the object whose position is being measured. When the spindle is rotated, the discs rotate at the same rate. The encoder has a light source (usually a light emitting diode) that projects a light beam onto the array of lines on the discs. As the discs spin, the light beam reflects off the lines and is picked up by the sensor. The sensor, which is a photodetector, converts the pattern of light and dark into an electrical signal. The electrical signal is then processed by the control system, which uses it to measure the exact position of the object.

Conclusion

The 62A11-02-160C is a type of absolute position encoder, which means it can measure the exact position or angle of a particular object without needing reference to any other devices. It is used in a wide variety of applications, including automotive, industrial and aerospace. The encoder works by using coded discs that contain a unique pattern of lines. The object\'s spindle is attached to these discs, and as the discs spin, the light beam reflects off the lines and is picked up by the sensor. The sensor converts the pattern of light and dark into an electrical signal, which is then processed by the control system to measure the exact position of the object.

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