Nano
Miniature Precision Encoders for the World’s Smallest Spaces
ChipEncoder™ Series
Model: CE
ChipEncoder is a modular digital interface SMT kit encoder system that combines small size with high resolution. ChipEncoder models feature built-in interpolation and mount directly on your PC board, providing significant space and cost savings through design integration.
Specifications
| Dimensions | 6.1 x 6.1 x 3.9 mm |
| Interface, Digital | A quad B |
| Interface, Analog | - |
| Interpolation | up to 40x in sensor |
| Resolutions | 10 µm - 1 µm |
| Accuracy Class, Linear Glass | up to +/- 1 µm |
| Accuracy Class, Linear Metal Tape | - |
| Grating Pitch | 40 µm |
| Max Speed | 14 m/s |
| Operating Environment | Atmospheric |
Linear Scale/Grating Compatibility
| LCE | |
|---|---|
| Highest Accuracy Class | +/- 1µm |
| Measuring Length | up to 320mm |
| Width | 6mm |
| Index | Center |
| Material | B240 glass |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 9.4ppm/°C |
| Mounting | Pressure Sensitive Adhesive, Temp. Clamps for Epoxy |
Product Benefits:
Benefits
- ChipEncoder breaks the price performance barrier to open new possibilities for your motion control designs
- Integrates with other components on your PC board for lowest total system cost; designed for low cost automated PC board assembly
- High resolution with on-board interpolation and digital output improves motion system accuracy and stability
- High speed capability enhances motion system performance
- Non-contact design for high reliability
- Small size enables ultra-miniature, low cost motion control