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Switching cam encoder NOCA

Switching cam encoder NOCA
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Switching cam encoder NOCA

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Overview: The document details the NOCA64 and NOCA120 electronic switching cam encoders, designed for stationary and mobile machinery such as power plants, wind turbines, and cranes. These encoders replace traditional electromechanical models and offer up to four electronically controlled switching outputs.
Design: Encoders are encased in durable, seawater-proof aluminum or stainless steel. They feature a shaft with ball bearings for angular position recording and a multiturn transmission for absolute revolution counting. The main chamber houses electronic components for position recording, evaluation, and output.
Technical Specifications:
  • Electrical Data: Operating voltage is 18 VDC to 28 VDC, with power consumption under 2.5 W. Resolution is 4096 steps per 360° (12-bit), with 16-bit options available.
  • Mechanical Data: Shaft diameter is 12 mm, with a maximum speed of 1000 rpm. Encoders can handle axial and radial loads of 250 N.
  • Environmental Data: Operating temperature ranges from -40°C to +85°C, with shock and vibration resistance per DIN standards.
Functionality: Features include a multiturn absolute encoder with an analogue interface (0(4) ... 20 mA or 0 ... 10 V). Switching outputs are parameterizable via multifunction pins, and the analogue signal can be adjusted using a teach-in function.
Switching Outputs: Utilizes relays or PhotoMOS components for switching outputs, which are galvanically separated and wear-free. The NOCA120 model offers separate preset inputs for each switching contact.
Installation and Configuration: Connection is via M12 connectors or cables, with up to three connectors depending on the version. Analogue and switching outputs are adjustable, with a teach-in function for setting parameters like measuring range and zero point.
Applications: Suitable for high vibration and shock resistance applications, such as in power plants and wind turbines.
Specifications: Includes analogue output with multifunctional inputs (MFP) and preset inputs (PRE). Supports a maximum load current of 0.5 A continuous and 1.5 A peak, with a maximum load voltage of 60 VDC/VAC. Switching outputs are controlled via relays or PhotoMOS components, with a switching hysteresis of approximately 1°.
Procedures: Outlines procedures for setting MFP and PRE inputs, including zero and end values for MFP and logical sequences for PRE. Timing diagrams illustrate these processes.
Switching Outputs: Outputs can be independently set from the analogue signal. Each cam has ascending and descending flanks, with a pre-programmed switching length of 4320° (12 revolutions). Switching positions can be calibrated on-site using preset pins.
Installation and Materials: Provides installation drawings and dimensions for models like NOCA64 and NOCA79. Constructed with an aluminum housing and stainless steel shaft, with nickel-plated brass connectors.
Programming and Customization: Includes programming examples for relay and analogue output settings. Factory programming for specific analogue output signals and switching positions is available upon request.
Connectors: Various M12 connector configurations are available, with specific voltage limitations based on pin count. Contact arrangements and numbering for different connector types are provided.
Recommendations: For optimal performance, it is recommended to first set the behaviour of the analogue signal, followed by the switching positions of the cams, and then perform an analogue preset.
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Switching cam encoder NOCA-1

Play-free electronic switching cam encoder with electromagnetic absolute encoder / analogue output Models NOCA64 und NOCA120 ■■ Play-free version for use instead of electromechanical switching cam encoders ■■ For use in stationary and mobile machines and systems, particularly for power plants, wind turbines, cranes, etc.  Up to four electronically controlled switching outputs consisting of - Relay: Changeover contacts - PhotoMOS: Normally open contacts ■■ Integrated absolute multiturn encoder with analogue interface 0(4) ... 20 mA or 0 ... 10 V ■■ Analogue output and switching outputs are adjustable ■■ High vibration and shock resistance thanks to the robust design Contens - Robust housing manufactured from seawater-proof aluminium (AlMgSi1) or stainless steel (material: 1.4305 optionally 1.4404). - Shaft fitted with ball bearings bears the magnet for recording the angular position and the drive gear of the multiturn transmission for absolute revolution counting. - Shaft and transmission are located in the prechamber. Sealed off from this, the main chamber contains all electronic components for position recording, evaluation and output. - Available Versions: Ø 64 mm (standard) with clamping collar and M6 threaded holes plus two device connectors. 2 x relay and 2 x PhotoMOS at maximum. Ø 120 mm (optional) with clamping collar, M6 threaded holes and synchroniser groove. 4 re- lays at maximum. Ø 79 mm (on request) with short housing length Electrical connection for voltage supply, switching out puts and analogue data via M12 connectors or cables. The number of connectors or cables varies (up to a ma- ximum of three) depending on version or customer spe- cifications. TWK-ELEKTRONIK GmbH Heinrichstrasse 85

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Switching cam encoder NOCA-2

Electronic switching cam encoder model NOCA Description General functional principle This involves a play-free electronic switching cam encoder (abbreviated to: NOCA) with a maximum of four galvanically separated switching outputs (cams), which can be set by the customer and which are activated or deactivated depending on the relevant position of the drive shaft. A parameterisable multiturn absolute encoder with analogue interface plus the switching cam encoder printed circuit board with separate controller are integrated into the compact housing. The analogue signal and switching outputs can...

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Switching cam encoder NOCA-3

Technical data Electrical data ■ Sensor system: ■ Operating voltage range: ■ Power consumption: ■ Resolution: ■ Measuring range: ■ D / A converter: ■ Output signal: ■ Absolute accuracy: ■ Repeatability: ■ Signal path: ■ Temperature drift: ■ EMC standards: Interference emission: Interference immunity: ■ Electrical connection: ASIC with HALL elements 18 VDC to 28 VDC < 2.5 W 4096 steps / 360° (12-bit) 4096 revolutions (option 16 or 256 revs.) 12-bit (option 16-bit) 0 (4) ... 20 mA or 0 ... 10 VDC ± 0.25% / 360° ± 0.1% / 360° CW or CCW (parameterisable) ± 30 ppm / K typ. EN 61000-6-4 EN 61000-6-2...

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Switching cam encoder NOCA-4

Standard version Electrical and mechanical variants 01 Standard Absolute encoder interface: S Device connector M12 K Cable connection Signal path: Measuring range - ex-works: 5760° 16 revolutions (arbitrary values up to 1.474.560° = 4096 rev. possible) Number of switching outputs: 2 2 switching outputs, 4 at maximum Housing material: A Aluminium S Stainless steel 1.4305 V Stainless steel 1.4404 Flange: K Clamped flange (NOCA 64) M Assembly flange (NOCA 120) Design form: 64 0 64 mm 120 0 120 mm (Other flange designs on request, i.e. 0 58 mm) NOCA Electronic switching cam encoder with analogue...

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Switching cam encoder NOCA-5

Electronic switching cam encoder model NOCA Analogue output Teach-in function The standard output characteristic curve has a symmetrically divided underflow and overflow range up to the maximum measuring range. See characteristic curve on page 6. To precisely register and output the angle or the position of the shaft, the contactless electromagnetic sensor system is equipped with a 12-bit D/A converter, with the result that the measurement variable is available as an analogue signal from 0 (4) to 20 mA or 0 to 10 V. On request 16 bits are possible. The information on the shaft's precise angular...

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Switching cam encoder NOCA-6

Characteristic curve Basic setting 16 revolutions = 5760° with under- and overflow up to +/- 2048 revolutions. Other characteristic curve versions on request, e.g. multiple characteristic curve repetition in the measuring range. Parameterisation of the analogue output The parameters for the measuring range or zero point and end value plus signal path and preset value can be set by the user according to the circumstances at the application location. Two multifunctional inputs MFP 0 and MFP 1 are provided in connector S2 for this purpose. The input circuit for the multifunctional inputs is E1 (see...

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Switching cam encoder NOCA-7

How do the cams react on the analogue teach function? Only when using the 'preset function' at the analogue parameterization the switching positions of the cams will follow. When the analogue measuring range is modified the switching positions of the cams will not follow. They have to be set new to match them to the new slope of the analogue signal. The following way of parameterization is recommended: 1. Set behavior of analogue signal. 2. Set switching positions of cams. 3. Do 'analogue preset' to set analogue signal and switching positions of all cams to the desired shaft position. Or: Step...

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Switching cam encoder NOCA-8

Switching outputs Switching output relay electrical data ■ Maximum switching current: ■ Maximum switching voltage: ■ Response time: ■ Resistance ON: 1.0 A at 30 VDC/VAC, 0.5 A at 60 VDC/VAC 60 VDC / VAC Note: The effective maximum voltage is dependent on the connector into which the switching contacts are integrated: M12, 12-pin: max. 30 VDC, M12, 8-pin: max. 60 VDC. 3 ms (ON and OFF) < 0.5 Ohms ■ Relay service life: > 5 x 105 operations ■ Switching hysteresis: 10 digits (~1°) PhotoMOS output electrical data ■ Maximum load current: ■ Maximum load voltage: ■ Maximum power dissipation: ■ On resitance:...

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