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    Motion Control Sensors

    Motion Control Sensors, also known as Position Sensors or Rotary Encoders, detect movement from a nearby object and return an electrical signal to the detector which converts it into a readable signal for digital devices. Motion Control Sensors give a very accurate measure of the detected object's angular mechanical position, enabling the user to determine rotational mechanical displacements. They also allow the user to regulate and control outputs such as speed, position, frequency, and volume control.

    Types of Motion Control Sensors

    Rotary encoders

    • also known as shaft encoders are electromechanical sensors that monitor the position of the shaft or axle, and then send it back digitally. Rotary encoders are commonly used in many automation applications that require precise shaft unlimited rotation

    Linear transducers

    • are used to measure movement in a straight line. They convert displacement into an electrical signal, that's proportional to the amount of displacement. These sensors are commonly used in very harsh, cold climates , and applications where accuracy is critical.

    Magnetic pickups

    • are sensors which detect the speed of a moving part. This motion is picked up by the magnetic field, which induces a measurable AC voltage. These sensors are often used as components of speedometers or tachometers, which are integral parts of engines and industrial equipment.

    A linear variable differential transformer (LVDT)

    • is used to accurately measure linear displacement. There are many types of these motion controllers and they have different armatures, temperature range, built in electronics and stroke lengths and have been specifically designed to measure multiple targets. It can be used in a range of applications within industry or research as it can easily be modified to fulfil different sensing tasks.

    Incremental Encoder

    • Incremental Encoders produce a specific number of pulses per revolution and measure the amount of linear or angular distance moved. Each time the encoder is powered on it starts from zero, irrespective of where the shaft is, so it measures the shaft to a specific reference point.

    Absolute Encoder

    • Absolute Encoders provides an absolute numerical value for every angular position for every revolution which makes them handy for exact measurement of mechanical angular displacement. Even when the system is without power, they can give precise position values when the encoder is powered back up.

    Applications of Motion Control Sensors

    Motion Control Sensors and the subsequent types of Sensor are incredibly useful in industrial settings in which the rotation of shafts or motion of moving parts need to be accurately set and measured to ensure the smooth operation of factory processes.

    • Aerospace industry
    • Measurement & Testing
    • Robotics
    • Automation & Control
    • Assembly Lines

    Rotary Encoders/Motion Control Sensors are popular due to their high durability, incredible accuracy, and long life. Browse the broad range of Position Sensors RS Components have to offer and order today for next day delivery.

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    Incremental
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    DGS80
    3600rpm
    HTL
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    4.5 → 30 V
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    SICK
    Incremental
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    8mm
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    60mm
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    SICK
    Measuring
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    63.66mm
    63.66mm
    17.5mm
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    SICK
    Incremental
    1000ppr
    DBS36E
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    HTL, TTL
    Solid shaft
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    6mm
    4.5 → 30 V
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    IP65
    Incremental
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    36mm
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    SICK
    Measuring
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    BEF
    -
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    Solid shaft
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    6mm
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    -30°C
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    SICK
    Incremental
    2048ppr
    DGS80
    3600rpm
    HTL
    Through Hollow
    -
    30mm
    4.5 → 30 V
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    IP65
    Push-Pull
    35mm
    52mm
    35mm
    -25°C
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    Flange Mount
    SICK
    Incremental
    5000ppr
    DBS60E
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    HTL, TTL
    Solid shaft
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    6mm
    4.5 → 30 V
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    IP65
    Incremental
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    60mm
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    -30°C
    +85°C
    Flange Mount
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    Linear Measuring
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    250mm
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    18 → 30 V dc
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    IP54
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    -20°C
    +85°C
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    SICK
    Incremental
    1024ppr
    DFS60B
    -
    HTL, TTL
    Solid shaft
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    8mm
    10 → 32 V
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    IP65
    Incremental
    60mm
    60mm
    -
    -30°C
    +100°C
    Flange Mount
    SICK
    Incremental
    2500ppr
    DFS60
    9000rpm
    RS422, TTL
    Solid
    -
    10mm
    5.5 V
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    IP65, IP67
    RS-422
    60mm
    60mm
    59.1mm
    -40°C
    +100°C
    Flange Mount
    SICK
    Incremental
    2500ppr
    DBS60
    6000rpm
    HTL
    Solid
    -
    10mm
    27 V
    -
    2500ppr
    IP65, IP67
    Push-Pull
    58mm
    58mm
    62.35mm
    -20°C
    +85°C
    Flange Mount
    Baumer
    Optical
    1 → 65536
    EIL580P
    8000rpm
    TTL/HTL
    Hollow
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    12mm
    4.75 → 30 V dc
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    IP65
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    58mm
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    -40°C
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    SICK
    Absolute
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    4096rpm
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    15mm
    10 → 30 V dc
    30 Bit
    262144Steps
    IP65
    Ethernet/IP
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    60mm
    71.5mm
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    SICK
    Safety Encoder
    1024ppr
    AFM60
    6000rpm
    SSI
    Through Hollow
    -
    10mm
    30 V
    14 x 12
    16384Steps
    IP65
    SSI
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    43mm
    -30°C
    +85°C
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    SICK
    Incremental
    1024ppr
    DFS60
    9000rpm
    RS422, TTL
    Solid
    -
    6mm
    4.5 → 5.5 V
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    1024Steps
    IP65, IP67
    RS-422
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    60mm
    52.6mm
    -40°C
    +100°C
    Flange Mount
    Gefran
    Linear Measuring
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    200mm
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    60 V
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    IP67
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    606mm
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    -30°C
    +100°C
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    Bourns
    Incremental
    24
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    120rpm
    Quadrature
    Solid
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    6.35mm
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    2 Bit
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    IP40
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    27.51mm
    28.49mm
    22.2mm
    -40°C
    +85°C
    Panel Mount
    SICK
    Incremental
    1024ppr
    DFS60E
    -
    HTL, Push Pull
    Solid shaft
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    8mm
    10 → 32 V
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    IP65
    Incremental
    60mm
    60mm
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    -30°C
    +100°C
    Flange Mount
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