Multiturn magnetic encoder MC1-2800 ratiometric
- Manufacturer: Novotechnik
- Category: Displacement, Encoder, Absolute Encoder, Multi-turn Absolute Encoder, Absolute Magnetic Encoder, Angular displacement sensor, SENSORS
Novotechnik MC1-2800 ratiometric magnetic encoder. Non-contact magnetic multi-turn sensor, Ø30 mm.
True-Power-On magnetic multi-turn absolute rotary encoder (GMR magnetoresistive technology), contactless, Ø30 mm. Measuring range 44 turns (15840°), resolution up to 16 bits. Detects turns without power or backup battery. IP54 to IP67 protection depending on the mechanical version.
Key points
- Contactless, magnetic
- True-Power-On System: Counts laps even without power; patented non-volatile technology, no gears or batteries
- Push-on coupling or marked shaft
- IP54 to IP67 protection
Technical Frequently Asked Questions
What can be connected to the MC1-2800 ratiometric magnetic encoder?
It can be connected to Novotechnik M12 connectors and cables and Novotechnik rotary sensor couplings and accessories.
How do I order the MC1-2800 ratiometric magnetic encoder?
The order code has 6 fields: mechanical version, turns, Ub, parameters, characteristic, and connection. For example, MC1-2832-010-211-202 is the version with a 6 mm shaft, IP65 rated, 10 turns (3600°), 5 VDC power supply, 5…95 % ratiometric output at Ub, clockwise increasing characteristic, and a 1 m shielded 4-pole cable. All the options for each field are available in the order code configurator on this page.
Under what conditions does the MC1-2800 ratiometric magnetic encoder operate?
Operating temperature: -40 … +85 °C; -25 … +85 °C (M12 connector). Protection: IP54 / IP65 / IP67 depending on the mechanical version.
Properties
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Extent | |
| Measuring range | 0 … 360° to 0 … 15840° in 360° steps (1 to 44 turns) |
| Resolution (referring to Ub) | 16 bits across the entire measurement range |
| Repeatability (*) | ≤ ±0.5° |
| Hysteresis (*) | ≤ ±0.5° |
| Temperature error | ±0.25 % FS |
| Linearity according to the number of turns | |
| Number of laps | Linearity (*) |
| 1 lap | ≤ ±0.4 % FS |
| 2 laps | ≤ ±0.26 % FS |
| 3…6 laps | ≤ ±0.22 % FS |
| 7…9 laps | ≤ ±0.16 % FS |
| 10…13 laps | ≤ ±0.15 % FS |
| 14…27 laps | ≤ ±0.14 % FS |
| 28…44 laps | ≤ ±0.13 % FS |
| Exit sign | |
| Exit sign | Ratiometric at supply voltage Ub: 5 … 95 % (0.25 … 4.75 V) or 10 … 90 % (0.5 … 4.5 V) |
| Burden | ≥ 10 kΩ (pull-down is recommended to detect cable breakage) |
| Update frequency | 10 kHz |
| Functions and supervision | |
| Diagnosis | Activated (in case of error, the output signal falls outside the plausible signal range) |
| Feeding and protection | |
| Supply voltage Ub | 5 VDC (4.5 … 5.5 VDC) |
| No-load current consumption | ≤ 60 mA |
| Overvoltage protection | max. 28 VDC (10 min) |
| Reverse polarity protection | Yes (feed lines) |
| Short circuit protection | Yes (output to GND and supply voltage) |
| Insulation resistance (500 VDC) | ≥ 10 MΩ |
| Environmental conditions | |
| Working temperature | -40 … +85 °C; -25 … +85 °C (M12 connector) |
| Vibration IEC 60068-2-6 | 20 g, 5 … 2000 Hz, Amax = 0.75 mm |
| IEC 60068-2-27 Shock | 50 g, 6 ms |
| DIN EN 60529 protection | IP54 / IP65 / IP67 depending on the mechanical version |
| Insensitivity to DC magnetic fields | < 15 mT |
| Life (mechanical) | > 50 million movements |
| MTTF (IEC 60050) | 538 years |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | |
| EN 61000-4-2 ESD (contact/air discharge) | 4 kV, 8 kV |
| EN 61000-4-3 Electromagnetic fields (RFI) | 30 V/m |
| EN 61000-4-4 Fast transients (burst) | 1 kV |
| EN 61000-4-6 Conducted disturbances (HF fields) | 10 V ef. |
| EN 55016-2-3 Radiated disturbances | Industrial and residential area |
| Materials and mechanical data | |
| Housing | Temperature-resistant PPS-GF plastic |
| Axis | Stainless steel X8CrNiS18-9 (No. 1.4305) |
| Bearing | Sintered bronze bushing |
| Fixation | 2 M4 screws with washers |
| Electrical connection | 4x 0.5 mm² (AWG 20) TPE shielded cable / M12x1 connector, A coding, with cable length L = 0.15 m |
| Mechanical tour | Continuous |
| Allowable load on the shaft, static or dynamic | 20 N (axial / radial) |
| Starting torque | typical ≤ 3 Ncm |
| Maximum working speed | 800 rpm |
| Weight (without connection) | approx. 50 g |
| Option | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Example: MC1-2832-010-211-202 = 6 mm shaft with IP65 flat, 10 turns (3600°), 5 VDC power supply, 5 … 95 % ratiometric output to Ub, clockwise increasing characteristic and 1 m shielded 4-pole cable. | |
| 1 · Mechanical version | |
| 2802 | 6 mm shaft with flat surface, IP54 |
| 2832 | 6 mm shaft with flat surface, IP65 |
| 2862 | 6 mm shaft with flat surface, IP67 |
| 2821 | Push-on coupling, IP54 |
| 2841 | Push-on coupling, IP65 |
| 2871 | Push-on coupling, IP67 |
| 2 · Turns of the output characteristic | |
| 001 … 044 | 1 to 44 turns, in increments of 1 turn; X turns correspond to an angle of measurement of X · 360° |
| 001, 003, 006, 010, 016, 025, 044 | 1, 3, 6, 10, 16, 25, 44 laps |
| 3 · Supply voltage Ub | |
| 2 | Ub = 5 VDC |
| 4 · Interface parameters | |
| 1 | 5 … 95 % ratiometric to Ub (0.25 … 4.75 VDC) |
| 2 | 10 … 90 % ratiometric to Ub (0.5 … 4.5 VDC) |
| 5 · Output characteristic | |
| 1 | Clockwise rising (cw) |
| 2 | Crescent in a counterclockwise direction (ccw) |
| 6. Electrical connection | |
| 202 | 4-pole cable, shielded, L = 1 m |
| 206 | 4-pole cable, shielded, L = 3 m |
| 210 | 4-pole cable, shielded, L = 5 m |
| 501 | M12x1 4-pin connector with shielded cable, L = 0.15 m |
| The code is formed using one option from each field, in the order shown in the example. Contact us and we will confirm the exact reference. | |


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