PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SICK 6012862 - Incremental Encoder
The SICK 6012862, identified as a DFS60B-S4EA00010, is an industrial incremental encoder from the DFS60 series, engineered for precise rotational position and speed feedback in demanding automation environments. This device generates incremental pulse signals via an HTL (High-Threshold Logic) output, making it suitable for integration with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motion controllers, and frequency inverters in applications such as conveyor systems, material handling, and packaging machinery. Its robust design ensures reliable operation for critical motion sensing tasks where relative position or velocity monitoring is essential.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: DFS60
- COMPONENT TYPE: Incremental Encoder
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL VOLTAGE: 10 VDC to 32 VDC
- OUTPUT TYPE: HTL / Push-Pull
- OUTPUT FREQUENCY: Up to 300 kHz
- RESOLUTION: 10 Pulses Per Revolution (PPR)
- NUMBER OF CHANNELS: A, B, Z, and inverted signals (A-bar, B-bar, Z-bar)
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- HOUSING DIAMETER: 60 mm
- SHAFT TYPE: Solid Shaft
- SHAFT DIAMETER: Common variants include 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm (specific diameter determined by full part number variant)
- MAXIMUM OPERATING SPEED: 6,000 RPM (mechanical), 9,000 RPM (electrical)
- HOUSING MATERIAL: Aluminum die-cast
- SHAFT MATERIAL: Stainless steel
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL: Incremental pulse output
- CONNECTION TYPE: Axial cable outlet
- ELECTRICAL INTERFACE: HTL (High-Threshold Logic)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP65 (shaft side), IP67 (housing side)
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -30 °C to +100 °C
- MOUNTING STYLE: Face mount flange, servo flange, or square flange compatible
- COOLING METHOD: Passive convection
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- TARGET SYSTEMS: PLCs, motion controllers, frequency inverters
- APPLICATIONS: Conveyor systems, material handling, packaging machinery, textile machines, general industrial automation, cut-to-length applications, speed monitoring