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NorthStar™ Brand RIM Tach™ NexGen RT8 (8500) Magnetic Encoder

Mill-Duty Bearingless Magnetic Encoder with Large Sensor Air Gap and Active LED Diagnostic Features

  • New Sensor Provides up to 0.075” of Air Gap, Over 50% More Than Competitive Models
  • Optimized Pulse Wheel for Greater Shaft Holding Force and Ease of Assembly
  • Redesigned Circuitry for On-Board Diagnostics with LED and Alarm Output Wide -40ºC to +100ºC Temperature Range
  • Expanded Resolution up to 2400PPR
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Description

The NorthStar™ brand RIM Tach™ NexGen 8500 is specifically designed to provide high performance velocity and position feedback for AC and DC motor and drive control systems. The demands today require more forgiving installation to accommodate for variations in shaft concentricity's, C-face bracket fits, and higher resolutions to meet the demands of today's high-performance drives.

General
Feedback Type
Incremental
Technology
Magnetic
Mounting Configuration
Bearingless 8.5" C-Face mount
Mechanical
Encoder Size (Flange)
8.5" C-Face
Hollow Bore Size
5/8"-2 7/8"
Housing Material
Cast Iron/Stainless Steel
Max. Operating Speed
7,000 RPM
Electrical
Resolution
60-2400 PPR
Supply Voltage
5-26VDC
Interfaces
IC-WE
Environmental
Approvals / Certifications
CE, ROHS
Operating Temperature Range
-40ºC to +100ºC
Storage Temperature
-40ºC to +125ºC
Environment
Non-Hazardous