Available now from Sensor-Technik UK, the ENIX 50 is a universal encoder that uses all of Micronor’s latest technologies to save space and cost and increase reliability in all manner of industrial rotary measurement applications on shafts from 6 to 15mm.
With its 50mm-diameter housing and depth of just 37.5mm, the ENIX 50 is compatible with all standard 58mm size encoders, providing immediate space and cost savings. Its hollow shaft design features Micronor’s “Safety lock” bearing construction, which not only resists damage caused by inadvertent loading during installation but also increases the overall life of the encoder, further reducing the total cost of ownership by cutting out maintenance and replacement.
The rugged encoder features a solid die-cast housing, sealed to IP65 or IP67, and has a wide operating temperature range from -40 to +85C. The level of shaft sealing does, however, have an impact on the maximum speed rating of the encoder: IP67 sealing reduces the maximum permissible speed from 12,000 to 6000rev/min.
The ENIX 50 is amply protected against shock and vibration, and meets all CE marking requirements for electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility. It is UL approved, and can be supplied as an explosion-proof assembly for use in Zones 2 and 22.
The ENIX 50 series is available with a choice of standard resolutions from 1 to 3600 pulses per revolution, covering a wide range of applications. There are also many connection options, including cables and M12 connectors, and outputs can be specified as RS422 or push-pull. All outputs are protected against short circuits.
Application flexibility is further enhanced by a wide operating voltage range. All encoders in the family operate from 5-30V DC supplies, removing the need to specify different models for each individual application.
