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The POSITAL line of magnetic rotary encoders has been expanded with addition of the new MAGNETOCODE (MCD) Heavy Duty.
This multiturn absolute rotary encoder boasts a host of features that promises robustness against harsh outdoor surroundings, including those in close proximity to the sea. Compared to the other existing POSITAL magnetic rotary encoders, it has an enhanced, upgraded housing and a more robust shaft.
“The MCD Heavy Duty has stainless steel housing to ensure resistance against salt water (and other corrosive elements), making it the perfect choice for port machineries,” says Fraba’s Product Manager, Lucien Scholten.
The new stainless steel housing is IP69K compliant, a standard demanded by utility vehicle manufacturers. It is meant for electronic components which are designed to be resistant to arduous cleaning procedures like high-pressure water jets. Additional immunity against corrosion induced by chemical substances, rain, dust and salt water is demanded and fulfilled. Hence, even when used under harsh conditions and without regular cleaning, we can guarantee reliable measurement due to the highly protective sealant.
In addition to the above features, the MCD Heavy Duty’s rugged housing which can withstand high accidental stresses and the newly improved ball-bearing design for higher shaft load translate into a longer lifetime. The whole encoder boasts superior robustness, making it a sturdy and reliable solution. With only one moving part – the shaft/magnet assembly – it is extremely resistant to shock and vibration, while the magnetic measurement technology is virtually immune to dust and moisture (making it an ideal choice for port and marine applications).
The MCD Heavy Duty uses the cutting edge Wiegand-effect technology to keep perfect track of the number of rotations, even if the rotations are very slow and/or occur when there is no system power. This is accomplished by the encoder generating electrical energy from the rotation of its shaft. The reliability of the Wiegand effect means that the MCD Heavy Duty requires no backup batteries, leading to long-term cost-saving benefits to the customers.
The business sensibility of the POSITAL MCD Heavy Duty also lies in its versatility – thanks to the three different interfaces with which it is available: CANopen, SSI, and Analog. The CANopen and SSI interfaces enable it to fit a variety of commonly used control systems, while the analog interface allows it to replace potentiometers.
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