The RN3001 is an absolute singleturn encoder with a solid shaft for precise rotary position measurement. It provides 8,192 steps of resolution through a PROFIBUS DP communication interface. The encoder operates from 10–30 V DC and uses binary position coding. Its 10 mm solid shaft provides a robust mechanical connection. Programmable parameters include resolution, counting direction, zero point and limit switches.
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The RN3001 provides direct absolute position information within one revolution. Its 13-bit resolution provides 8,192 position steps. Binary coding delivers digital position information to the controller. Absolute measurement simplifies machine restart after power interruptions. The encoder is suited to precise rotary positioning.
The encoder uses PROFIBUS DP for industrial network communication. Its DPV2 transmission standard supports integration with compatible PLC systems. Diagnostic functions include alarms, warnings, status and encoder serial information. Addressing is provided through an address selector. This provides structured network integration.
The RN3001 supports programmable resolution and counting direction. A zero point can be defined according to machine requirements. High and low limit switches can also be configured. These functions provide flexibility during machine commissioning. Digital parameterisation reduces manual adjustment requirements.
13-bit resolution
8,192 position steps
Absolute singleturn
PROFIBUS DP
DPV2 support
10 mm solid shaft
Binary coding
Programmable zero point
Programmable direction
Diagnostic functions
Machine positioning
Servo systems
Rotary tables
Industrial drives
Machine axes
Conveyors
Robotics
Motion control
The encoder uses a 10 mm solid shaft. Its aluminium housing provides an industrial construction. The maximum mechanical speed is 12,000 rpm. IP67 protection covers the housing and shaft. Shock resistance is 100 g and vibration resistance is 10 g.
PROFIBUS communication provides access to encoder diagnostic information. Alarms and warnings can support machine maintenance. The encoder address can be set within the PROFIBUS addressing range. This helps integrate the device into distributed automation networks. The design is suitable for industrial control systems.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | RN3001 |
| Encoder type | Absolute singleturn |
| Resolution | 8,192 steps |
| Resolution | 13 bit |
| Communication | PROFIBUS DP |
| Output code | Binary |
| Shaft design | Solid shaft |
| Shaft diameter | 10 mm |
| Operating voltage | 10–30 V DC |
| Current consumption | 100 mA at 24 V |
| Position measurement | Absolute |
| Measurement range | Single revolution |
| Counting direction | Programmable |
| Zero point | Programmable |
| Limit switch HI | Programmable |
| Limit switch LO | Programmable |
| Motion indicator | Programmable |
| Singleturn separation | Programmable |
| Detection principle | Absolute |
| Network interface | PROFIBUS DP |
| Mechanical interface | Solid shaft |
| Shaft coupling | Direct |
| Application | Rotary position |
| Control integration | PLC |
| Parameterisation | Digital |
| Position signal | Digital |
| Encoder category | Absolute |
| Machine use | Motion control |
| Manufacturer | IFM |
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