LM10 linear magnetic encoder system
The LM10 linear magnetic encoder system has been designed for use in harsh and unfriendly environments.
Overview
Introduction
The LM10 features a compact sealed readhead that rides at up to 1.5 mm from the self-adhesive magnetic strip scale, which brings 100 m travel.
Simple to install, the LM10 features an integral set-up LED on the readhead, wide installation tolerances and an applicator tool for the adhesive-backed magnetic scale. A bidirectional reference is provided that can be either actuated by a preset mark integrated within the scale or by adding a reference sticker on top of the scale with the help of a self aligning installation tool.
The encoders come in digital or analogue output variants and offer a range of customer selectable resolutions 1 µm, 2 µm, 5 µm, 10 µm, 20 µm and 50 µm. The LM10 is capable of velocities up to 25 m/s; even at 1 µm resolution it is capable of 4 m/s.
Engineered for extreme service, the solid-state LM10 linear encoders operate from -20 °C to +85 °C, have water-proof sealing to IP68 and are highly resistant to shock, vibrations and pressure. The robust magnetic scale is also resistant to a range of chemicals commonly found in industry. The non-contact, frictionless design eliminates wear while reducing hysteresis for high precision at high speeds and acceleration.
The LM10 encoders bring reliable solutions to tough, hard-working applications including woodworking, stone-cutting, sawing, metalworking, textiles, packaging, plastics processing, automation and assembly systems, laser/flame/water-jet cutting, electronic assembly equipment etc.
Features
- Stick-on reference mark
- Customer selectable resolutions from 50 µm to 1 µm
- High speed operation
- Excellent dirt immunity
- Integral set-up LED
- Axis lengths of up to 100 m
- High reliability from proven non-contact sensing technology
- Industry standard digital and analogue output options
- TRS track system compatible
- Distance coded reference mark compatible
Documentation
| Doc. no. | Issue | Description | Type | Size |
| LM10D01 | 10 | LM10 Data sheet | PDF File | 907 KB |
| LM10D06 | 6 | LM10 Installation Guide | PDF File | 971 KB |
| LM10D02 | 5 | MS magnetic scale installation guide | PDF File | 607 KB |
| LM10D14 | 1 | End Clamp Kit Installation Guide | PDF File | 381 KB |
| LM10-3D | / | LM10 3D Model (.igs, .sldprt, .step) | WinRAR ZIP archive | 1038 KB |
| LM10-D01 | / | LM10 Installation Drawing (.dwg, .dxf) | WinRAR ZIP archive | 111 KB |
Accessories
Further information on the accessories can be found in the datasheet under the Documentation tab.
Stick-on reference mark
The stick-on reference mark can be easily applied to the magnetic scale.
Part number: LM10SRM00
Applicator tool for stick-on reference mark
This applicator tool helps you to position the stick-on reference mark at the required position.
Part number: LM10ARM00
Applicator tool for magnetic scale
This applicator tool can be mounted in place of any RLS LM10 readhead and uses motion of the axis to apply the MS10 tape scale parallel to the guideway. The installation guide can be found in the Documentation tab.
Part number: LM10ASC00
End clamps for magnetic scale
The end clamps have been designed to anchor the ends of the MS magnetic scale. The installation guide can be found in the Documentation tab.
Part number: LM10ECL00
TRS track system
The TRS track system has been designed for applications which demand that the scale be removed easily. The magnetic scale is simply inserted in the aluminium track section. More information can be found under Related products.
Interfaces
P201 USB encoder interface
The P201 is a single channel USB encoder interface suitable for use with a wide variety of 5 V rotary and linear encoders. It allows encoders to be easily interfaced and powered from a PC using only a USB cable. For more information on the product click here.
UPRG01 programming interface
The UPRG01 is a programming interface for use with compatible encoders. It connects simply to a computer via a USB port. For more information on the product click here.
