Encoder

Incremental Optical Encoders

AMS Controls encoders are specially designed for use in precision material tracking. The encoders are sealed at the amphenol connector and around the main housing. All AMS Controls encoders are dual-channel with complementary signals (quadrature). A 5VDC supply and common ground are required to power these encoders.

We offer several encoders from medium/low to very high accuracy. The model encoder used is dependent on the application.

Encoders

Model AMS Part # Counts/Rev (Quadrature) Resolution Price
N256 104390 1024 0.01171875 $550
N500 104397 2000 0.006 $650
N1000 104398 4000 0.003 $750
N2000 104399 8000 0.0015 $850
N4000 201750 16,000 0.00075 $950

Sealed Bearing Unit Encoders

for use with applications using excessive lubrication

Model AMS Part # Counts/Rev (Quadrature) Resolution Price
S1000* 200998 4000 0.003 $700
S2000* 200999 8000 0.0015 $800

*Sealed bearing units not to be used with phenolic fiber wheels.

AMS Controls Sales Representatives can help you find the correct encoder for your application.


Encoder Wheels


To learn more about our encoder wheel selection, click here.


Encoder Cables


AMS Controls offers several cables to complement our line of encoders. These cables are listed as follows:

Model AMS Part # Length (Feet) Connectors Price
4805-25 202138 25 Encoder End Only $160
4805-50 202137 50 Encoder End Only $195
4805-75 202141 75 Encoder End Only $230
4805-100 202142 100 Encoder End Only $265
3148-10 202139 10 Dual $210
3148-25 202140 25 Dual $250
3148-50 202143 50 Dual $280
3148-75 202144 75 Dual $310

Note: The 4805-XX cables replace older 3805-XX cables and 3148-XX cables replace older 2148-XX cables. If you are replacing an older cable with a new cable, please use the conversion chart below.

4805-XX and 3805-XX Conversion Chart

Encoder Brackets

AMS Controls also manufactures brackets that can be used in a wide variety of applications.

Model AMS Part # Description Price
BRKT-1 201943 Encoder Bracket $375
BRKT-2 100801 Encoder Bracket $1,850

Encoder Bracket BRKT-1

The BRKT-1 is easily installed onto a 1" rod and uses a loading spring to provide a constant amount of pressure on the encoder while being able to fluctuate with the material that the encoder wheel is riding on.

Encoder mounting bracket BRKT-2

The BRKT-2 is a more advanced mounting system that decreases the possibility of wheel deflection due to the vertical motion of the material being tracked. The encoder holds tension on the wheel by riding on a pressurized cushion of air. The BRKT-2 can also fit into tighter areas than the BRKT-1. The mounting station is no wider than the encoder wheel itself, allowing the encoder to be mounted between rolls as close as four inches apart.

For more information on brackets or to order, please contact an AMS Controls Sales Representative today.

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Encoder Tracking

Encoder and material tracking problems account for most product length variations on computer controlled roll forming lines. It is important that your encoder is mounted correctly to accurately track your material. Want to learn more? Our support team has excellent resources on encoders, including installation and alignment and troubleshooting techniques.

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