M338S Absolute Magnetic Encoder
- Manufacturer: ELCIS Encoder
- Category: Encoder, Absolute Encoder, Absolute Magnetic Encoder, SENSORS
Miniature single-turn absolute magnetic encoder with servo flange ('Servo Mount') and resolution up to 13 bits (8192 steps per revolution). Suitable for industrial applications such as marine, medical, printing, metalworking, industrial automation, and instrumentation.
It incorporates magnetic detection technology with natural binary code output via SSI serial interface with RS422 transmission standard. Max. frequency 500 kHz and max. consumption 35 mA.
Construction with aluminum base and cover, Ø38 mm servo flange ('Servo Mount') with Ø33 h7 centering and Ø6.35 h7 stainless steel shaft. Up to 12,000 rpm continuous with low-torque bearings (option B), IP66 on the shaft side with sealed bearings (option Z), and operating temperature from -25 to +85 °C. Available in guemisa.es.
- Technology absolute magnetic single-turn up to 13 bits (8192 steps/turn).
- Fixation by means of servo flange ('Servo Mount') with centering of Ø33 h7 and body of Ø38 mm.
- Until 12000 rpm continuous with low torque bearings (option B) and impact resistance of 100 G (6 ms).
- Digital output SSI series (RS422), max. frequency. 500 kHz.
- IP66 on the shaft side with sealed bearings (Z option) and power supply 5 V ±5 %, 5÷30 V either 10-30 V.
Technical Frequently Asked Questions
What type of mechanical fastening does the M338S model have?
The M338S model has a servo-type flange ('Servo Mount') of Ø38 mm with Ø33 h7 centering, according to the manufacturer's dimensional drawing.
What communication interface and data format does the M338S encoder use?
It uses an SSI serial interface under the RS422 transmission standard, delivering position data in natural binary code starting from the most significant bit (MSB), with external clock control. Max. frequency 500 kHz.
What rotation speed and IP rating options does it offer?
It offers 6000 rpm with IP64 in the standard version, 3000 rpm with IP66 sealing (option Z with sealed bearings) and up to 12000 continuous rpm with IP53 (option B with low torque bearings).
Properties
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Mechanics | |
| Weight | 100 g |
| Axis | Ø6.35 h7 stainless steel |
| max radial/axial load. | 1 kg |
| Electric | |
| Exit-side protection | IP65 with CV cable |
| Max resolution. | 8192 steps/turn (13 bits) |
| Exit code | Natural binary |
| Max frequency. | 500 kHz |
| Feeding | 5 V ±5 % · 5÷30 V · 10÷30 V |
| Max. consumption. | 35 mA |
| Direction of rotation | Non-switchable (up/down) |
| Interface | SSI Series (RS422) |
| Protection and environment | |
| axle-side protection | IP64 standard • IP66 sealed • IP53 low torque |
| max. continuous RPM | 6000 standard · 3000 sealed · 12000 low torque (intermittent: +30 %) |
| Impact/vibration resistance | 100 G (6 ms) · 12 G (10 ÷ 2000 Hz) |
| Operating/storage temperature | -25 … +85 °C / -25 … +125 °C |


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