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SC12 (1.22") Diameter Optical Sine/Cosine Encoder

Design Features:

  • Low profile assembled height
  • Bearing design simplifies encoder attachment
  • Resolutions up to 1250 lines per revolution
  • 4, 6 or 8 pole commutation
  • Multiple Bolt Circle mounting
  • Through shaft sizes up to 0.375” (10mm) Diameter
  • High Noise Immunity
  • Cost Competitive with Modular Encoders
  • 500 kHz Frequency Response · RoHS Construction

Description:
Quantum Devices, Inc. Model SC12 provides an improved feedback solution in applications typically using modular encoders. With an over all height of less than one inch and the stability of a bearing encoder design, the model SC12 can provide significant performance upgrades in applications limited by traditional modular encoder solutions. SC-12 Outputs consist of a quadrature sine/cosine pair with an index pulse and three-phase commutation. Each SC-12 is individually calibrated to compensate for normal construction variances. This creates high quality Sin/Cosine outputs that allow for large Count-per-Revolution interpolation factors which are configurable in most of today’s sin/cosine drives. Output levels are also stabilized due to source tracking of the sensor supply allowing for compensation of any temperature variation, and aging effects. Differential style outputs provide greater noise immunity and signal integrity. All Outputs are Short-circuit-proof and reverse polarity tolerant. A flexible member allows for much greater tail shaft run out and TIR than can be tolerated by modular encoder designs, plus it provides 30 degrees of rotation for commutation timing.

Ordering Information

Sample: SC12-1000-4-A-B-L-C-A
Model PPR Poles Electrical Hub Configuration Hub Size Mounting Index
SC12 256
360
500
512
1000
1024
1250
0=0
4=4
6=6
8=8
A= Sine/Cosine & RS422 (TTL) UVW
B= Sine/Cosine & OC UVW
B= Bottom Mount Hub with Hole in Cover
C= Bottom Mount Hub with NO Hole in Cover

C=5mm
D=6mm
E=8mm
F=10mm

L=.25"
M=.3125"
N=.375"

A=SS 1.812" Flex
B=SS 1.575" Flex
C=SS 1.280" Flex
A=Ungated Square Wave
B=Ungated Sinusoidal
Consult Factory For Configurations Not Shown

Electrical Specifications

Input Voltage 5 VDC ± 5%
Input Current Requirements 65mA Typ., 100mA Max Plus Interface Loads
Input Ripple 2% Peak to Peak @ 5 VDC
Output Circuits (A) Sine/Cosine, Index & RS422 UVW (TTL Compatible)
(B) Sine/Cosine, Index & UVW Open Collector
Incremental Output Format Quadrature Sine/ Cosine with A leading B for CW rotation. Ungated Index Pulse.
Frequency Response 500 kHz
Sine/Cosine & Index Amplitude 1 Vpp ± 5% (Measured Differentially)
Commutation Format Three Phase 4, 6 or 8 poles
Commutation Accuracy ± 1° mechanical
Z channel to U channel ± 1° mechanical

Environmental Specifications

Storage Temperature -40 to 125° C
Operating Temperature -20 to 115° C
IP Rating 40
Humidity 90% Non-Condensing
Vibration 20 g's @ 50 to 500 CPS
Shock 50 g's @ 11mS Duration

Mechanical Specifications

Through Shaft Diameter 0.250", 0.3125", 0.375", 5mm 6mm ,8mm, 10mm
Tolerance: -0.0000, + 0.0006”
Recommended Shaft Engagement .50” Minimum
Radial Shaft Movement 0.007" TIR
Axial Shaft Movement ± 0.030"
Maximum Shaft Speed 8000 RPM, Contact Customer Service for Higher RPM
Interface Connector Connector: JAE P/N F1-W15P-HFE
Mounting 1.28”, 1.575”, 1.812” Bolt Circle
Moment of Inertia 9.1 x 10-5 oz-in-S2
Acceleration 1x105 Radians/S2
Accuracy Instrument Error 1.5 arc min. max

Output Waveforms




SIZE 15 RESOLVER MOUNTS
Utilize the optional resolver mount adapters to mate the SC12 - 1.280” Flex mount option to Size 15 Pancake Resolver motor configurations. Eliminate the expensive mounting servo clamps by attaching either the two or three point adapters directly to the servo clamp holes. Assemble the SC12 to the adapter plate using (2) 4-40 screws. For jam nut attachment to threaded motor shafts, refer to JR12 Jam Nut Mount Optical Encoder Literature.


ENCODER INSTALLTION INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Using two fingers slide the encoder onto shaft.
  2. For additional security, Loctite can be applied to the encoder hub set screws. Remove the encoder’s set screws and using tip of toothpick apply appropriate amount of Loctite thread locking adhesive. A nonpermanent adhesive is recommended.
  3. Insert and tighten encoder set screws using a .050” hex wrench. Typical torque range of 50 to 80 oz-in.
  4. Fixture the stainless steel flex mount to the mounting surface with #6-32 button head screws.

For brushless motors requiring commutation timing:

  • Encoder drawings indicate position of encoder hub to encoder body at Z (index). Rotating the hub to this position allows for known U channel transition state (prior to step one above).
  • Powering appropriate motor windings allow for locking motor shaft location to match the appropriate U transition (prior to step one above).
  • While mechanically back driving the motor, monitor motor winding EMF position to the powered encoder position. Rotate the encoder stainless steel flex mount to achieve accurate timing of encoder commutation feedback channels to the appropriate motor winding EMF. Tighten the screws retaining the encoder stainless steel flex mounts.

Additional installation and handling instruction available at: www.quantumdev.com/pdf/EncoderMountingInstr.pdf

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