The compact magnetic heavy duty encoders are available in a stainless steel and a cost-efficient steel version with different interfaces. Special constructive features ensure up to IP69K protection throughout the long lifetime of the encoder. Combined with the sturdy ball bearings these sensors offer an ideal choice for reliable measurements under extreme environmental conditions such as great temperature fluctuations, high humidity, high-pressure water or salty liquids (according DIN EN ISO 9227 >240 hrs). Whereas the stainless steel encoders can also be used in the offshore and food industry the cost efficient steel version is perfectly suited for the demands of mobile machines.

 Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI), adds Profibus-DP communication to their lineup of NR25series encoders. These heavy duty rotary sensors provide an overall measuring range of 16 bits (single-turn resolution) plus 12 or 14 bits (number of revolutions), up to 30 bits total.

ACS Motion Control, an international manufacturer of advanced multi-axis motion and machine control systems, has developed a software-based EtherCAT motion control platform that maximizes performance while minimizing costs for semiconductor, HDD, biomedical, PV equipment and LED manufacturers. The SPiiPlusSC (Soft Controller) enables standard PCs to run a 64-axis real-time motion controller and high-speed PLC entirely in software. The advanced soft controller solution simplifies the connectivity of the entire motion control system by eliminating dedicated controller hardware as well as Windows dependence or latency.

Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI), announces its full selection of networked size 25 (2.5” diameter, or 63mm) rotary encoders. These heavy duty rotary sensors can provide an overall measuring range of up to 30 bits, and are available for EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Profibus, or DeviceNet communication. With both single-turn and multi-turn versions available, AMCI’s networked encoders are ready for any application.

The Need for Variety

AMCI has recognized the need for absolute rotary encoders that can communicate with a variety of different network protocols. With so many PLC manufacturers in the market, OEMs and Control System Integrators require flexibility when designing their control systems. AMCI continues to expand its rotary encoder offering to include these required network protocol compatibilities.