The RN7012 is an absolute singleturn encoder with a solid shaft designed for accurate rotary position feedback. It provides digital absolute position information for industrial automation and motion-control systems. The encoder uses a solid-shaft mechanical arrangement for direct machine integration. Its robust construction supports continuous industrial operation. It is suitable for machine-axis positioning, rotary systems and drive feedback applications.
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The RN7012 provides absolute position information within a single revolution. This enables the controller to determine shaft position directly. Absolute measurement reduces dependency on reference runs. The encoder is suitable for machine positioning tasks. Digital communication enables integration with compatible controllers.
CANopen provides network-based position communication. The encoder can be integrated into distributed control architectures. Position and configuration information can be exchanged digitally. This supports automation systems with CAN-based communication. The interface is particularly useful for industrial and mobile-machine applications.
The solid-shaft design provides a conventional mechanical mounting arrangement. It supports direct coupling to rotating machine components. The encoder is designed for industrial mechanical operation. Correct alignment helps maintain position accuracy. The solid shaft is suitable for motors, drives and machine axes.
Absolute singleturn
Solid shaft
CANopen interface
Digital position feedback
Rotary measurement
Machine-axis compatibility
Industrial construction
High-resolution feedback
Direct shaft mounting
Automation integration
Machine axes
Servo positioning
Rotary tables
Motor feedback
Mobile machinery
Industrial drives
Robotics
Motion control
The RN7012 can provide position feedback to PLC and motion controllers. Absolute information supports machine restart without relying solely on incremental reference pulses. CANopen enables distributed communication. The solid shaft provides stable mechanical coupling. This makes the encoder suitable for automated positioning.
The encoder can be integrated into CANopen networks. Its compact mechanical arrangement supports machine builders. Digital position data can be processed by compatible controllers. The encoder is suitable for continuous rotary measurement. Proper mechanical installation ensures reliable performance.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | RN7012 |
| Encoder type | Absolute singleturn |
| Shaft design | Solid shaft |
| Position measurement | Absolute |
| Measurement type | Singleturn |
| Shaft diameter | 10 mm |
| Communication | CANopen |
| Operating voltage | 10–30 V DC |
| Position coding | Digital |
| Rotary measurement | Yes |
| Machine feedback | Yes |
| Direction configuration | Programmable |
| Position configuration | Programmable |
| Mechanical mounting | Solid shaft |
| Application | Motion control |
| Application | Position feedback |
| Control interface | Industrial network |
| Housing | Industrial cylindrical |
| Shaft material | Stainless steel |
| Detection principle | Magnetic/absolute |
| Machine integration | PLC/controller |
| Output data | Position |
| Measurement range | One revolution |
| Encoder architecture | Absolute |
| Installation | Shaft-mounted |
| Drive feedback | Supported |
| Positioning | Supported |
| Rotary equipment | Supported |
| Manufacturer | IFM |
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