PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
ALLEN BRADLEY 845-7P-RT - Absolute Rotary Encoder
This ALLEN BRADLEY 845-7P-RT is an industrial absolute rotary encoder, part of the robust 845 series, engineered for precise angular position and speed feedback in demanding automation environments. It provides non-volatile, absolute position data, eliminating the need for homing routines after power cycles, making it essential for applications such as robotics, material handling, and CNC machinery. The device integrates into industrial control systems requiring reliable and immediate machine state information.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: 845 Series
- COMPONENT TYPE: Absolute Rotary Encoder
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL VOLTAGE: 10-30VDC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 100mA (Typical, no load)
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- RESOLUTION: Configurable, typically 13-bit single-turn or 16-bit multi-turn (Specific resolution determined by 7P configuration)
- SHAFT TYPE: Solid Shaft or Hollow Shaft (Common options for 845 series)
- MOUNTING: Flange Mount or Servo Mount (Common options for 845 series)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: Die-cast Aluminum or Stainless Steel
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- OUTPUT PROTOCOL: Specific to 7P-RT configuration (845 series commonly supports SSI, DeviceNet, EtherNet/IP, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Parallel)
- FEEDBACK TYPE: Absolute Position
- CONNECTION: M12 Connector or Cable Gland (Common options)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP67 (Typical for industrial environments)
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -20°C to 85°C
- COOLING METHOD: Natural Convection
- VIBRATION RESISTANCE: 10g, 10-2000 Hz
- SHOCK RESISTANCE: 50g, 11 ms
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Motion Controllers, Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
- MACHINE TYPES: Robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), Conveyor Systems, Packaging Equipment, Printing Presses, Textile Machinery