KMT Lidköping (www.kmtgroup.com/lidkoping/) has unveiled its new hard-turning VTG4000 (Vertical Turning Grinding) machine that uses a combination of Renishaw SiGNUM optical angle and linear encoders to achieve the required accuracy, and Renishaw magnetic encoders placed on the exposed axes of the cutting heads. “Our largest machine used to accommodate parts up to 600 mm diameter, […]
Encoders + sensors (linear) + I/O
FASTRACK Linear Encoder System from Renishaw
Renishaw’s new FASTRACK linear encoder scale system brings high accuracy, stainless steel construction and quick, easy installation to large, sectional machines used in flat-panel display and photovoltaic manufacturing applications, as well as large CMMs that require removal of the scale for transit. Also ideal for linear motors with aluminum substrates, and applications where thermal expansion […]
SICK STEGMANN Introduces TTK70 Motor Feedback System
DAYTON, OH – SICK STEGMANN, INC. introduces the TTK70 Motor Feedback System. The TTK70 is an absolute, non-contact linear measuring system that delivers measuring lengths up to 4,000 mm, resolution of <1 μm and system accuracy of <10 μm, at operating speeds up to 10 m/s. The result is precise and highly reliable absolute position […]
Kübler by TURCK Magnetic Linear Encoders
Minneapolis, MN — TURCK introduces a new line of Kübler by TURCK robust magnetic linear encoders. Utilizing A and B output voltage channels plus a periodic index with the corresponding inverted channels, these encoders achieve high accuracy in a broad range of linear motion applications. The T8.LI20 and T8.LI50 linear encoders are available with either […]
Micropulse Generation 7 Linear Position Transducers from Balluff
Florence, KY – Balluff has introduced the first of its new Micropulse Generation 7 linear position transducers, featuring improved measurement and environmental specifications, longer lengths, and more flexible setup than previous models. Debuting in the analog rod style housing, Generation 7 is available in two versions, Micropulse and Micropulse Plus. Micropulse is fully backward compatible […]
IP69K Linear Position Transducer for Harsh Applications from Balluff
Florence, KY – Balluff’s new Micropulse® ProCompact linear position transducer for demanding linear feedback applications is rugged, accurate, and protected against environmental hazards such as high humidity, ambient temperature variations, high-pressure wash down, and exposure to caustic chemicals. The Micropulse ProCompact rod-style transducer incorporates field-proven, non-contact magnetostrictive technology into a welded, hermetically sealed stainless steel […]
High-Density, 16-Point I/O Modules from WAGO
Germantown, WI – Sixteen I/O points in one 12mm-wide module make WAGO’s 16-point I/O ribbon cable modules one of the most compact solutions for streamlining control-to-machine wiring. The DIN-rail mount modules feature 16 inputs (750-1400), 16 outputs (750-1500) or 8 inputs/8 outputs (750-1502) and an HE10 ribbon cable interface. With the flat ribbon cable, the […]
Linear Cable Transducer from BEI Industrial Encoders
BEI Industrial Encoders’ new linear cable transducer provides digital position and speed feedback information in a rugged, easy-to-install package. Model LT25 cable transducer utilizes a flexible measuring cable mounted to an internal spring-loaded spool and a quadrature encoder output to precisely measure linear motion applications. The sturdy cable is made of nylon coated stainless steel […]
IP67-rated Magnetic Rotary Encoders for Heavy-Duty Applications
Southington, CT – For high resolution, high dynamic measurement of position, speed and velocity, Baumer has introduced the MHXX Series of hollow-shaft, large-bore, magnetic rotary encoders. These robust, non-contact encoders contain no bearings, so measurement is contact-free and components do not wear. The IP67 rated housing and fully encapsulated read head electronics allow long-term, reliable […]
Multiport Junction Blocks for Sensors
Cumming, GA – AutomationDirect introduces Zip-Port™ multiport junction blocks, that provide time, cost and space savings by allowing multiple sensors to be wired to a single block with one cable connecting to the control panel. Zip-Port junction blocks are available in field wireable or five-meter cable versions, feature four and five-pin M12 connectors in four, […]
