Single-turn Absolute Encoder A/990FS
- Manufacturer: ELCIS Encoder
- Category: Encoder, Absolute Encoder, Single-turn Absolute Encoder, SENSORS
The ELCIS 990FS (A/990FS) is a single-turn SSI absolute encoder with a hollow shaft and patented internal star coupling (like mod. 72), with axial compensation.
The A/990FS supports coupling compensation of ±3 mm axial, ±0.05 mm radial, and ±2° angular. It encodes position in Gray or Binary, with a resolution of up to 16 bits per revolution, and transmits data via SSI serial interface (RS422), with an external clock from 100 kHz to 1 MHz and a preset function option (S1). Optical readout is provided by an LED source and an IR photodiode array ASIC.
It features an aluminum housing and a hollow stainless steel shaft, with optional sealed bearings for IP66, operates between -40 and +85 °C (-5…+70 °C with cable output) and withstands shocks of 30 G (11 ms) and vibrations of 10 G (10–1000 Hz).
- Resolution of up to 16 bits per turn (Gray or Binary code).
- Star coupling with axial compensation ±3 mm, radial of ±0.05 mm and angular of ±2°.
- Serial interface SSI (RS422), with an external clock of 100 kHz a 1 MHz and preset function option.
- Impact resistance of 30 G (11 ms) already vibrations of 10 G (10–1000 Hz).
Technical Frequently Asked Questions
What compensation does the star coupling of the A/990FS allow?
According to the manufacturer, the coupling allows a maximum compensation of ±3 mm axial, ±0.05 mm radial and ±2° angular.
What resolutions does the A/990FS offer?
Up to 16 bits per revolution, with steps per revolution of 4096, 8192, 16384, 32768 or 65536, in Gray or Binary code.
How is the position transmitted and what is the difference between SL and S1?
Via SSI serial interface (RS485/RS422): the value is stored in the encoder and transmitted starting with the most significant bit using an external clock from 100 kHz to 1 MHz. The (S1) version adds a preset function compared to the (SL) version.
Properties
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Mechanics | |
| Housing | Aluminum (customizable upon request) |
| Weight | 1300 g |
| Axis | Hole Ø10 H7 (op. Ø6, Ø8, Ø9.52 or on request), stainless steel · internal star coupling |
| Electric | |
| Exit-side protection | IP65 |
| Feeding | 10–30 VDC |
| Max. consumption. | 1 W (SL) · 1.5 W (S1) |
| Exit codes | Gray, Binary |
| Max resolution. | 16 bit / 1 revolution (4096, 8192, 16384, 32768 or 65536 steps per revolution) |
| Step frequency | 800 kHz |
| Protection and environment | |
| axle-side protection | IP65 standard · IP66 sealed |
| max. continuous RPM | 5000 standard · 2500 sealed (intermittent: +30 %) |
| Impact resistance | 30 G (11 ms) |
| Vibration resistance | 10 G (10–1000 Hz) |
| Operating temperature | -40 … +85 °C (with wired output: -5…+70 °C) |
| Other features | |
| Connection | 1 cable or 12-pin connector, axial or radial |
| Reference | Configuration |
|---|---|
| A/990FS-12-00-10-G-SL-0-PRLA990FS120010GSL0PRL | 4096 steps/turn · 1 (single turn) · Ø10 · Gray · SSI · 12-pin radial connector · IP65 |
| Other combinations of resolution, power supply, electronics and connection are available upon request: please contact us and we will confirm the exact reference. | |


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