Absolute single turn rotary encoder
max. 18 bits, EtherNet / IP | AFS60
SICK
The outstanding feature of the absolute encoder AFS60/AFM60 EtherNet/IP is the Device-Level-Ring functionality (DLR). DLR is a revolutionary ring topology that requires no additional switches. The cabling is done directly from encoder to encoder. This reduces effort and costs compared to the cabling of a star-topology . In this way, AFS60/AFM60 EtherNet/IP leads to a failure-tolerant, fast and above all operationally safe network.
DLR means for you:
• Very high system availability through redundancy,
even in extreme ambient conditions.
• Cable break detection.
• Adaptable to existing star and line topologies.
• Reduced installation and maintenance costs.
Benefits of EtherNet/IP Encoders
DLR functionality for reliability with simple maintenance, fewer cables and lower installation costs, simple adaptation to existing network topologies
Lower installation costs due to fewer external switches
High level of productivity thanks to superior diagnostics with 32-bit fault header, fast communication and high level of redundancy
Optimal machine availability thanks to early warning and fault detection system
Simple setting for various applications thanks to rotary axis function
Simple installation due to user-friendly on-board configuration assembly
Industrial-application design for use in particularly cramped space conditions
