Celera Motion, a business unit of Novanta Inc., introduces the Field Calibration IncOder®, a groundbreaking absolute inductive encoder solution.  Specifically, this new solution enables next-level accuracy angle measurement in motion control applications and position feedback in robotics in the most demanding environments.

The Field Calibration IncOder suits applications that need precise angle measurements but in conditions not suited for optical encoders. These applications include dusty, dirty and wet environments, or in conditions where high shocks and vibrations are common.

“Our new Field Calibration IncOder provides the best of both worlds: the superior accuracy of optical encoders with the robustness of our inductive IncOder series,” said Swapnil Mane, Vice President of Product Management and Marketing at Celera Motion. “And it achieves all of this in a low-profile, inductive sensor package. By enabling customers to store calibration data within IncOder after installation, a gearshift in accuracy performance is made possible.”

Superior Accuracy of Optical Encoders

The Field Calibration IncOder optimizes the performance of the inductive sensing method. Thus, enabling maximum accuracy performance (up to 10 arcseconds) combined with high environmental integrity. It is ideal for wherever ultra-high accuracy is required, providing more precise measurements for a range of applications. They include field robotics, camera gimbals, SATCOM, advanced manufacturing, surveillance, and off-highway vehicles.

Benefits and Features

In-situ calibration is possible with the new Field Calibration IncOder. This enables the highest accuracy position measurement. Also, it features a low-profile form factor and large bore, making it compact and easy to install. Its rugged construction is resistant to dust, dirt, oil, water and other contaminants. This allows it to operate in more extreme environments. Additionally, it generates calibration tables and store calibration data within the on-board electronics of the IncOder — by communicating with it through a bespoke serial interface.

Moreover, the new inductive encoder solution offers multiple size and mounting formats. Thus, providing more flexibility in designs. Also, it offers a duplex mechanical format that provides electrical redundancy, enabling systems to meet higher safety levels. It operates reliably with high shocks and vibrations, with immunity to external magnetic fields as well.

The Field Calibration IncOder is available in Mini and Midi IncOder sizes (37 to 300mm). Each sensor is fully configurable in terms of mounting format, connection/cable, supply voltage, single turn and multiturn outputs, extended options and digital protocol options, including BiSS-C, SSI, SPI, ABZ and Asynchronous serial outputs.