Compact encoder for mobile applications

MEGATRON’s MP1612 Hall-effect rotary encoder features a compact design and wear-free sensing. This makes it a great alternative to potentiometers. The encoder electronics remain completely reliable even under large temperature fluctuations.

The MP1612 uses the Hall effect for signal acquisition and is equipped with a high-quality sleeve bearing, enabling it to exceed 100 million revolutions with ease. The electronics are housed in a rugged metal enclosure that meets IP65 protection requirements. This makes the encoder well suited to use in mobile machinery and vehicles, where shocks, dust and moisture are part of everyday operation.

The MP1612 provides a voltage output of 0.5–4.5 V with 12-bit resolution and operates within a wide temperature range of –40 °C to +105 °C. With a housing depth of just 11.5 mm and a diameter of only 12 mm, this single-turn encoder can easily be fitted in even the most confined spaces, such as control panels, joysticks and the compact control housings of AGVs, industrial trucks and agricultural machinery.

MEGATRON can also supply the rotary encoder on request with redundant electronics or a SIN/COS output. Mechanical mounting can be achieved either via a metric bushing thread with a mounting nut and toothed lock washer or by means of a flange. This enables the encoder to be quickly and securely integrated into the application, even where space is extremely limited.