Product highlights and benefits Accurate position and motion feedback: Provides reliable pulse output for measuring speed, angle, acceleration and linear length. Ideal for systems that need precise incremental position information. High effective resolution: 600 p/r single-phase (600 pulses per revolution). When used in 2-phase quadrature (AB) with 4x counting, effective resolution is up to 2400 counts per revolution. Simple electrical compatibility: Runs from DC 5–24 V and uses standard AB 2-phase rectangular orthogonal pulse output with an NPN open-collector output, making it easy to interface with common controllers, PLCs and counters. Robust optical sensing: Rotating grid disc and optocoupler assembly generate clean counting pulses, giving stable performance in typical industrial environments. Key features and specifications Encoder type: Photoelectric incremental rotary encoder Nominal pulse count: 600 p/r (single phase); 2-phase quadrature enables 4x frequency/count doubling to 2400 counts per revolution Signal output: AB two-phase orthogonal rectangular pulses Output stage: NPN open-collector Supply voltage: DC 5–24 V Primary functions: Speed measurement, angular position, acceleration detection and length/displacement measurement Pulse generation method: Rotating grid disc with optocoupler detection Why customers choose this encoder Improves control accuracy: Quadrature AB output allows direction detection and high-count resolution for tighter control of motion systems. Easy integration: Standard voltage range and NPN open-collector output fit many industrial controllers, counters and motor drives without special electronics. Versatile measurement: One device covers rotational and linear length measurement tasks, reducing inventory and simplifying system design. Stable signal quality: Optical sensing with a grid disc produces consistent pulses suitable for real-time control and monitoring. Typical applications and use scenarios Metal cutting lines: Measure and control steel cutting length precisely on roll-fed cutting machines to ensure consistent piece dimensions. Automated guillotine or leather cutting machines: Provide accurate length feedback to cut fixed leather lengths repeatedly without manual adjustments. Motion control and speed feedback: Use as an encoder on motors, conveyors or rotating shafts to supply speed and position feedback for PLCs, motor drives or servo controllers. Installation and compatibility notes Power: Provide DC 5–24 V within the device’s specified range. Signal interfacing: AB differential logic is presented as two orthogonal pulse channels via an NPN open-collector output; use appropriate pull-up resistors and input conditioning per your controller requirements. Mounting and mechanical fit: This description covers electrical and functional specifications; confirm mechanical dimensions and shaft/mounting compatibility with your system before installation. Performance and operational considerations Use quadrature (AB) 4x counting to achieve maximum effective resolution (2400 counts per revolution). Ensure pull-up voltage on the NPN open-collector outputs is compatible with the receiving device. Provide clean supply voltage and proper grounding for stable pulse output and reliable operation. What this encoder delivers A compact photoelectric incremental encoder solution that combines 600 p/r native resolution, quadrature 2-phase output for higher counting resolution, DC 5–24 V compatibility, and an NPN open-collector output stage—suitable for precise speed, position and length measurement tasks in industrial and automation applications.