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4B BRAIME COMPONENTS

4B GROUP LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE

DIGITAL ROTARY ENCODER

“ENCODER-FLEX 1024”

4B Group has introduced the Encod- Modbus RTU outputs in one single model, the configurability for multiple applications.
er-Flex 1024, a configurable multi-func- giving the user the versatility and flexibility End users and OEM’s do not have to worry
tion encoder designed for monitoring posi- to connect many different controllers and about configuring their encoder / tachom-
tion or speed. The Encoder-Flex 1024 has displays. eter requirements at the order stage; one
many applications and is very well suited part number suits all applications”.
to monitor the position of rack and pinion According to Sam Payne, “The Encod-
gates, angular position of distributors, as er-Flex 1024 is a robust yet compact unit
well as shaft speed for rotating machines that takes up very little space. Unlike string
such as bucket elevators and conveyors. potentiometer gate monitors that are me-
The new, ATEX-approved Encoder-Flex chanical devices prone to failure and require
1024 has numerous industrial applications maintenance, the Encoder-Flex 1024 is
in one design. easy to install and calibrate. It features
With a compact, stainless-steel design, 4B Encoder-Flex 1024 outputs of 4-20 mA, Quadrature Pulse
the Encoder-Flex 1024 provides the ro- (speed/relative rotation), and RS485 Mod-
bustness for harsh industrial environments. “We have already identified numerous bus RTU to meet customer needs.”
The fully sealed body has an innovative local applications for the Encoder-Flex 1024 “This product is simple to install and
calibration facility that does not require in our core markets. One example is to operate and features elegant calibration,”
opening the unit; simply apply an exter- monitor slide gate position; this gives com- explains Payne. “Compared to competitive
nal magnet briefly to calibrate. Providing plete visibility to the plant process control products, it’s less bulky and more robust
even more flexibility, resolution can be pro- system for maximum efficiency and early with fewer limitations. The resolution can
grammed for 1 to 1024 pulses per rotation. warning of any issues,” says Sam Payne, even be set in the field from 1 to 1024
In addition, the Encoder-Flex 1024 pro- 4B Group CTO for Electronics. “One of the pulses per revolution to suit virtually any
vides 4-20 mA, quadrature-pulsed and key benefits of the Encoder-Flex 1024 is application.”
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