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Dynapar encompasses the broadest line of trusted brands in motion feedback control, including Dynapar encoders and Hengstler brand incremental encoders and absolute rotary encoders, Northstar heavy-duty magneto-resistive and Heavy-Duty optical encoders and high-performance Harowe brand resolvers. Only Dynapar feedback solutions offer these world-class rotary feedback brands from one Global Supplier with 3 day delivery on most models for customer peace of mind.

Joliet Technologies is the preferred Dynapar Integrator for the Chicagoland area.

SLIM Tach® SL85 Digital Tachometer

Quick Specs...

• Only 1.250” thick, mounts directly onto 8.5” (180 C) face motor
• Rugged, zero-speed, magnetoresistive sensing technology is unaffected by grease, salt water, dust, and other common contaminants
• Up to 90° C operation

Overview / Design Principle:

The magnetoresistive sensor of the SLIM Tach® SL85 operates with an unparalleled immunity to grease, oil, salt water, dirt, fibers, and dust, thereby eliminating the need for sealing. It occupies only 1.250” of the motor shaft length, enabling the encoder and a flexible coupling or pulley to be mounted on the motor. The simple and sturdy design can be mounted in any attitude quickly and easily.

The sensor generates A and B phase quadrature signals and their complements ( —A & —B). The module provides transient and noise suppression, reverse polarity protection, and operates with DC power from +5 to +15 volts. A high power, complementary, line driver output assures clean, crisp signals over long cable lengths. The hardened encapsulated electronics of the SL85 make it especially resistant to heavy machine vibration and accidental impacts.

Mounting the SL85 onto the 8.5” (180 C) face of a motor is quick and easy with no adapter plates, bearings, or flexible coupling. Installation can be completed in seconds with no gap adjustments or special tools. The encoder can be removed then reinstalled just as easily. The latching industrial connector requires only a simple screw driver to install. To replace a module, simply remove four screws and replace with a new module. No electrical adjustment or alignment is required.

The SL85 pulse wheel assembly is imprinted with magnetic poles that provide higher pulse counts than traditional gear tooth wheels. The higher resolution provides greater accuracy and more precise speed control in your applications. For flexible usage, wheel assemblies are available in a variety of mounting configurations.

Features and Benefits:

• Thru-shaft and end-of-shaft versions are standard; double C face sandwich version is also available
• 64, 128, 256, 512, 1024, or 2048 pulses per revolution (PPR) with optional index pulse
• 5-15VDC operation, bi-directional quadrature signals with high power, differential line driver outputs

Applications:

The NorthStar brand SLIM Tach® SL85 is a mill duty digital tachometer with high immunity to grease, oil, salt water, dirt, fibers, and dust is optimized for AC vector motor applications.

Specifications:

Standard Operating Characteristics

Code: Incremental
Pulses per Revolution: 60-2048
Phasing Sense: A leads B for Counter-Clockwise rotation (CCW) viewing encoder-mounted end
Quadrature Phasing: 90° ± 22°
Symmetry: 180° ± 54°
Index: 270° gated to falling B edge
Number of Output Modules: Single or Dual Redundant

Electrical

Input Voltage Requirement: 5-15 Volts DC, 45 mA typical per sensor module plus line driver load
Output Signals: Line Driver, 150mA source/sink
Frequency Response: 0 - 120kHz Data & Index
Electrical Immunity: 2kV ESD, Reverse Polarity, Short Circuit
Connector: 10 pin industrial duty latching, sealed NEMA 4 &12, IP65

Mechanical

Shaft Speed: 5,000 RPM
Mounting Configuration: 8.5” 180C face mount for NEMA MG1 standards
Housing Material: Cast Aluminum
Acceleration Rate: 3600 rpm/sec max
Shaft Length Required: 2.5” min
Allowable Shaft End-Play: ± 0.050”
Allowable Shaft Runout: 0.003” TIR

Environmental

Operating Temperature Range: Std.: -40°C to +90°C, Extended: -40°C to +120°C
Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to +120°C
Humidity: to 98% RH (non-condensing)
Shock (Sensor Module): 1 meter drop test, 30 G’s Min
Vibration: 18 G’s @ 5-2000 Hz spectrum

Available Specifications:

• SLIM Tach® SL85 (PDF file)

Related Products & Resources:

• Spare Parts & Accessories
• NEW Northstar Line Brochure (PDF file)
• Feedback Quick Reference Guide (PDF File)
• Encoder Catalog (PDF file)
• Encoder Handbook (PDF file)
• Encoder FAQ's

For additional information or to receive a full-line catalog, contact your Dynapar representative at 1.800.873.8731 or visit their web site at: www.dynapar.com
Headquarters:1675 Delany Road • Gurnee, IL 60031-1282 • USA
Phone: 1.847.662.2666
Fax: 1.847.662.6633
Email: custserv@dynapar.com or dynapar.techsupport@dynapar.com
© 2009 Dynapar Corp. Printed in U.S.A. • Feedback Quick Reference Guide P/N# N-FLB130 (11/09) 5M

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Joliet Technologies custom packages, integrates and engineers AC Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), DC Variable Speed Drives (VSD) and AC Drive Controllers using top of the line manufacturers, like ABB, Emerson-Control Techniques, Siemens and Saftronics (Fincor). Our custom drive packages are built to your specifications for your application. We specialize in large horsepower drive systems (500Hp and above). Call us at (815) 725-9696 or fax us at (815) 725-9393 or e-mail us or fill out an RFQ with your requirements. Serving the greater Chicagoland area and the World.