58mm Shaft IncOder™ Inductive Angle Encoder

Novanta’s inductive encoders are capable of operating under the harshest conditions without compromising any accuracy.

Robust Angular Position Measurement for Extreme Environments

Shaft IncOder features robust inductive sensor technology within a universal 58mm shaft rotary encoder package. The Shaft IncOder sensor is fully shielded from the external environments making it the most robust absolute inductive sensor available. With a robust integral bearing design, customers can easily migrate from their existing rotary encoder to a design that is inherently robust in both mechanical design and sensor technology.

IncOders are ideally suited to harsh environments – where potentiometers, optical or capacitive devices may prove unreliable.

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Universal Mechanical Design

Although Shaft IncOder features unique patented inductive technology, its mechanical design is universal enabling customers to easily swap out other common rotary encoders. Each sensor features a standard 58mm precision machined aluminium housing, with a range of shaft and hub shaft rotor interfaces, sized from 3 – 10 mm.

With Servo Clamp and Screw Mount mechanical mounting format options available, customers have the flexibility to select the appropriate installation method and fit..

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Simple Integration and Installation

Shaft IncOder inductive angle encoders incorporate integral bearings, eliminating the need for precise alignment between sensing elements. With multiple shaft and hub‑shaft rotor interface options, Shaft IncOder units can be configured to suit a wide range of coupling arrangements.

A variety of interface choices further simplifies system integration. Shaft IncOder can be supplied with numerous cable and connector configurations, offered in axial, vertical, or radial orientations. Communication options include BiSS‑C, SSI, SPI, Asynchronous Serial, and ABZ outputs, allowing flexibility across different control systems with resolution up to 20 bits.

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Overview

Non-contact technology for high reliability in extreme environments
Proven in medical, industrial, aerospace, & field robotics applications
Over 500 million product configuration options available

Mechanical Specifications

Specification	Value
OD	58 mm
Solid Shaft OD	3 – 10 mm
Shaft Hub ID	3 – 6 mm
Height	16.4 mm
Mass	105 g
Shaft Starting Torque	< 0.01Nm at 20°C
Inertia (1/4″ Solid Shaft option)	13 gmm^2
Material	PCB – FR4, Housings – SurTec650 Finish Aluminum Alloy

General Specifications

Specification	Value
Measurement	Absolute
Max Resolution	20 bits
Repeatability	± 1 counts
Accuracy	± 150 arcseconds
Internal Position Update Period	< 0.1 milliseconds
Thermal Drift Coefficient	< 0.5 ppm/K Full-Scale
Max. Speed for Angle Measurement	10,000 rpm
Max Speed	10,000 rpm
Country of Manufacture	UK

Electrical Specifications (Serial Output)

Specification	Value
Communications	SSI, BiSS-C, Asynch serial, SPI, ABZ
Data Outputs	RS422 Compatible for SSI, BiSS-C, Asynch serial, SPI
Power Supply	4.5 – 32 VDC
Current Consumption	< 100 mA (typically < 75 mA)
Interconnection	Harwin Data Mate Vertical Plug 10 Way or Integral Cable

ABZ Interface Specifications

Specification	Value
Measurement	Incremental with Z-reference
Max Resolution	17 bits
Max. Speed for Angle Measurement	3,600 rpm

Environmental Specifications

Specification	Value
Shock	100g for 11ms (IEC 60068-2-27)
Extended Shock (Extended Option "G")	350g for 6ms (IEC 60068-2-27)
Vibration	20g for 10-2000Hz (IEC 60068-2-6 20g), DEF STAN 00-35 : Part 3 : Issue 4 Test M1 Vibration, A24 & A25 – Heavy Tracked Vehicles
Extended Vibration (Extended Option "G")	80g for 10-2000Hz (IEC 60068-2-6 20g)
EMC Radiation Susceptibility	(Installed) Complies with IEC 61000-6-2 – suitable for fitment in harsh EMC environments
EMC Radiated Emissions	(Installed) Complies with IEC 61000-6-4 – suitable for fitment adjacent to EMI sensitive devices
Operating Temp.	–45°C to +85°C
Extended Temp	-60 to +85 or -45 to +105°C
Storage Temp.	–55°C to +105°C (–60°C to +105°C for Cold Temp option)
Temperature Shock:	MIL-STD-810G, Method 503.5, Procedure I-B (T1 = -40°C, T2 = 55°C)
IP Rating – Rotor & Stator	IP67 (Installed with mechanically protected connector or A-FFL1, AFL4 or A-FFL5 Product Options)
IP Rating – Connector	IP50 (AC1 or RFC1-4 & RFC7-14 Product Option). See Section 5.9 for IP rating of A-FFLx Product Option
Humidity	RH 0-99% as standard
Additional Tests	Salt Fog, Bio Hazards, Induced Dust & Sand, Mechanical Impact Resistance

Download	Download Type	Language
IncOder_Product_Guide_58mm_Shaft_Rev_4.11.10	Datasheet
Compatibility_Chart_Communications_Protocol_IncOder_Inductive_Encoders		English
IncOder-Range-ROHS-Certificate-Version-2.0		English
IncOder-REACH-statement-Revision-1.1		English

	Part Number	Description
	INC-CAB3-2	8-way IncOder cable, for AC1/RFC/RC Connection options. Please select this cable for absolute encoder interface options (SSI, SPI, ASI, Analogue (0-10V) and BiSS-C).
	INC-CAB3-5	8-way IncOder cable, for AC1/RFC/RC Connection options. Please select this cable for absolute encoder interface options (SSI, SPI, ASI, Analogue (0-10V) and BiSS-C).
	INC-CAB3-10	8-way IncOder cable, for AC1/RFC/RC Connection options. Please select this cable for absolute encoder interface options (SSI, SPI, ASI, Analogue (0-10V) and BiSS-C).
	INC-CAB5-2	10-way IncOder cable, for AC1/RFC/RC Connection options. Please select this cable for ABZ* interface options.
	INC-CAB5-5	10-way IncOder cable, for AC1/RFC/RC Connection options. Please select this cable for ABZ* interface options.
	INC-CAB5-10	10-way IncOder cable, for AC1/RFC/RC Connection options. Please select this cable for ABZ* interface options.
	INC-CLAMP1	Servo Clamp (Pack of 3), SKU: INC-CLAMP1, for use with INC-4, INC-4H, INC-6, INC-6H, INC-9, INC-9H, INC-11, INC-11H, INC-20 IncOder formats