The motto of EcoLine wire draw encoders from SICK is tailor-made track measurement. This is made possible by the product family's modular concept: encoder, interfaces and measured lengths can be selected in practically any combination. 
In addition, the actual measured length can be freely programmed at the highest possible resolution. This enables linear track measurement and positioning tasks to be realized in an extremely space-saving, precise and customized manner - ideal for manufacturers of intralogistics vehicles, for example, automated guided systems, retrieval systems and fork-lift trucks.
Perfect for space-saving integration
The EcoLine product family of wire draw encoders is available in four different versions: 1.25 m, 3 m, 5 m and 10 m. They are characterized by their extremely flat drum housing. This space-saving design is made possible by the single-track winding measuring wire system. Moreover, the light but robust polycarbonate housing enables multi-sided mounting. This means that the EcoLine wire draw encoders can match any mounting situation - without the need for an adapter or coupling - for example, on a fork-lift truck or the lifting mechanism of a retrieval system. The cable outlet is plugged, which additionally optimizes flexibility in terms of mechanical mounting.
Free choice when selecting the encoder
Numerous servo flange encoders can be used thanks to EcoLine's modular concept. The programmable AFS/AFM60 absolute encoder is especially popular. It offers the option of programming the desired resolution for the selected measuring distance in just a few simple steps. This is particularly advantageous for intralogistics vehicles which have to query and measure various status information such as lifting heights or fork spread, as the same encoder type can be used to solve a wide range of complex tasks. In many cases, EcoLine is also deployed in combination with analog encoders. Their output signals are then not based on the wire length, as is the case for most analog encoders, rather are based entirely on the taught-in measuring distance. This guarantees the highest possible resolution - and thereby best precision.
Best-in-class performance for connectivity
The user has equal freedom in terms of connectivity for the EcoLine wire draw encoder as is the case for the choice of encoder itself. This means the product family achieves an unbeatable level of flexibility when selecting the electrical interface. The spectrum covers encoders with analog output as well as absolute and incremental encoders with SSI, PROFIBUS, CANopen, DeviceNet, EtherCAT, PROFINET and HIPERFACE®.
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