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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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    Safety Encoder
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    DFS60
    6000rpm
    Sin/Cos
    Through Hollow
    -
    8mm
    32 V
    -
    -
    IP65
    -
    60mm
    72mm
    43mm
    -30°C
    +95°C
    Flange Mount
    SICK
    Incremental
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    DFS60
    6000rpm
    HTL/Push Pull
    Blind Hollow
    -
    15mm
    32 V
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    -
    IP65, IP67
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    72mm
    45.5mm
    -40°C
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    SICK
    Incremental
    10000ppr
    DFS60
    6000rpm
    TTL/HTL
    Blind Hollow
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    10mm
    4.5 → 32 V dc
    -
    10000Steps
    IP65, IP67
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    45.5mm
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    6000rpm
    HTL/Push Pull
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    8mm
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    10mm
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    IP65
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    51mm
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    Incremental
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    6000rpm
    HTL, Push Pull
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    -
    RS422
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    6mm
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    IP64
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    61.3mm
    -20°C
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    SICK
    Incremental
    360ppr
    DFS60
    9000rpm
    HTL/Push Pull
    Solid
    -
    10mm
    32 V
    -
    -
    IP65, IP67
    Push-Pull
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    60mm
    40.1mm
    0°C
    +85°C
    Flange Mount
    Kübler
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    1024
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    -
    Push Pull
    Hollow
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    8mm
    10 → 30 V dc
    -
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    IP64
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    40mm
    53.5mm
    -20°C
    +70°C
    Hollow Shaft Flange
    Gefran
    Linear Measuring
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    -
    -
    -
    -
    50mm
    -
    60 V
    -
    -
    IP67
    -
    -
    304mm
    -
    -30°C
    +100°C
    -
    SICK
    Measuring
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    BEF
    -
    -
    -
    -
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    SICK
    Incremental
    2500ppr
    DBS60
    6000rpm
    TTL
    Solid
    -
    10mm
    4.5 → 5.5 V dc
    -
    2500Steps
    IP65, IP67
    RS422
    44.35mm
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    44.35mm
    +85°C
    -20°C
    Full Shaft
    Baumer
    Optical
    1024
    -
    -
    HTL/Push Pull
    Blind Hollow
    -
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    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS422
    -
    -
    -
    -
    -
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    SICK
    Measuring
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    BEF
    -
    -
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    10mm
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    159.2mm
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    -30°C
    +80°C
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    SICK
    Incremental
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    DBS50
    6000rpm
    HTL/Push Pull
    Solid
    -
    8mm
    30 V
    -
    2048ppr
    IP65
    Push-Pull
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    40mm
    58.3mm
    -20°C
    +85°C
    Flange Mount
    SICK
    Incremental
    360ppr
    DBS36/50
    6000rpm
    HTL
    Solid
    -
    8mm
    7 → 30 V dc
    -
    -
    IP65
    Push-Pull
    40mm
    50mm
    40mm
    +95°C
    -35°C
    Flange Mount
    SICK
    Incremental
    10000ppr
    DFS60B
    -
    HTL, TTL
    Solid shaft
    -
    8mm
    4.5 → 32 V
    -
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    IP65
    Incremental
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    60mm
    -
    -30°C
    +100°C
    Flange Mount
    Baumer
    Optical
    1024
    BDK
    12000rpm
    RS422, TTL
    Solid
    -
    5mm
    5 V dc
    -
    -
    IP42
    -
    -
    30mm
    -
    -20°C
    +85°C
    Synchro Flange
    SICK
    Incremental
    2048ppr
    DFS60
    9000rpm
    RS422, TTL
    Solid
    -
    10mm
    32 V
    -
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    IP65, IP67
    RS-422
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    62mm
    -40°C
    +100°C
    Flange Mount
    SICK
    Incremental
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    DBS60
    6000rpm
    HTL, TTL
    Through Hollow
    -
    14mm
    30 V
    -
    1024ppr
    IP65
    Push-Pull
    83mm
    58mm
    40.9mm
    +30°C
    +100°C
    Flange Mount
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