Magnetic incremental encoder - GEL 260

for heavy duty applications

High-resolution magnetic incremental rotary encoders with robust mechanical design.
Worldwide proven technology in various applications, suitable for harsh industrial environments
Available with radial or axial connector or cable outlet
Optionally available with pressure-resistant encapsulated housing, degree of protection IP 54, ATEX approval and IECEx approval.
High reliability and long service life characterize the magnetic incremental encoders

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Technical information

Properties

High resolution up to 273408 pulses per revolution
Interpolation up to 1024-fold
Optional additional current output 0 to 20 mA, 4 to 20 mA, -20 to + 20 mA
Reference signal
High electromagnetic compatibility

Advantages

Absolute operational reliability even in case of high humidity (condensation) and frequent change of ambient temperature
Withstands extreme impacts and vibration
Resistant to dirt and oil
No ageing of the magnetic sensor technology

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Product	Document	Languages
GEL 260	Technical information	DE EN
	Technical information accessories	DE EN CN
	Operating instructions	DE/EN

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Field of application

Heavy industry
Paper and packaging machines
Bottling lines
Transportation and storage systems
Machines for processing steel, wood, stone, plastics, etc.

Dimensional drawings

Dimensional drawing GEL 260

A Axial connector outlet
R Radial connector outlet

All dimensions in mm [inch]

Technical data

Display of signal patterns

Signal patterns T, TN

Signal patterns T; TTL level

Signal patterns U, UN

Signal patterns U; TTL level

Signal patterns S, SN

Signal patterns S; HTL level

Signal patterns V, VN

Signal patterns VN; HTL level

Signal patterns X, XN

Signal patterns XN; HTL level

Signal pattern	T, TN	U, UN	S, SN
General
Resolution (pulses per revolution)	60 to 273408
Measuring range	36° to 0,0013°
Error limit	0,07°
Measuring step deviation	0,01°
Repeatability	0,005°
Electrical data
Operating voltage	5 V DC ± 5%	10 ... 30 V DC
Power consumption	≤ 1,0 W ≤ 1,4 W	≤ 1,3 W ≤ 1,65 W
Output frequency	≤ 200 kHz
Output signal level	TTL		HTL
Output level high	≥ U_B - 1,00 V at I = 10 mA; ≥ U_B - 1,20 V at I = 30 mA	4,00 V at I = 10 mA; ≥ 3,85 V at I = 30 mA	≥ U_B - 1,80 V at I = 10 mA; ≥ U_B - 2,20 V at I = 30 mA
Output level low	≤ 0,75 V at I = 10 mA; ≤ 1,00 V at I = 30 m		≤ 1,15 V at I = 10 mA; ≤ 1,55 V at I = 30 mA
Mechanical data
Shaft diameter	6, 8, 10, 12 mm
Housing diameter	90 mm
Weight	700 g
Maximum operating speed	10,000 r.p.m.
Moment of inertia of rotor	7,5 x 10^-5 kgm²
Operating torque	0,03 Ncm (< 0,1 Nm)
Starting torque	0,05 Nm (0,1 Nm)
Permissible shaft load (Point of application 15 mm in front of flange)	200 N axial, 200 N radial
Bearing life at max. shaft load at half shaft load	2000 x 10⁶ revolutions 12600 x 10⁶ revolutions
Environmental conditions
Working temperature	0 °C to +70 °C(5)/ -20 °C to +85 °C (operating temperature) / -20 °C to +85 °C (optional)
Storage temperature range	-40 °C to +105 °C
Degree of protection	IP 65, IP 64
Vibration resistance (DIN EN 600068-2-6)	100 m/s², 10 ... 2000 Hz
Shock resistance (DIN EN 60068-2-27)	1000 m/s², 11 ms
Electromagnetic compatibility	EN 61000-6-1 bis 4
Insulation resistance	500 V DC, > 1 MΩ
Voltage sustaining capability	500 V AC, 1 minute