For harsh applications
July 1st 2010 SICK (UK) has extended its high
resolution, programmable range of
optical encoders with the launch of
the AFS/AFM60 series, designed for
harsh application conditions.
The AFS/AFM60 series includes a
full range of solid shaft and hollow
shaft absolute encoders. The inclusion
of programmable variants means the
encoders offer maximum flexibility
for the system design engineer, and
lower spares stocks for the end-user.
The 18-bit resolution AFS60 singleturn
encoder is said to be ideal for
applications such as crank positioning
of power presses, turntable and
carousel positioning, telescope
azimuth and altitude positioning.
The 30-bit resolution AFM60
multi-turn encoder, which positions
over 4096 turns, is suitable for use in
winch hoisting, crane positioning,
pitch adjustment on wind turbines,
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