The present manual was compiled with utmost care, errors and omissions reserved. For this reason
Baumer rejects any liability for the information compiled in the present manual.
Baumer nor the author will accept any liability for direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of the
present information.
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present document.
Created by:
Baumer IVO GmbH & Co. KG
Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany
Please check the delivery upon completeness prior to commissioning.
Depending on encoder configuration and part number delivery is including:
Basic encoder, bus cover and CD with describing file and manual (also available as download)
1.2 Product classification
Note:
Ever apply the matching device file (BAUMER Group absolute EtherCAT encoders.xml) on the above device
types.
Explanation:
MT Multiturn encoder
ST Singleturn encoder
MAGRESExtremely robust encoder with magnetic sensing principle
18 Bit ST High resolution encoder – up to 18 bit physical singleturn resolution, i.e. 218 steps / revolution
13 Bit ST Max. 13 bit physical singleturn resolution, i.e. 213 steps / revolution
This manual is intended as supplement to already existing documentation (e.g. catalogues, data sheet
and mounting instructions).
The manual must be read carefully prior to initial commissioning of the equipment.
Intended purpose of the equipment
The encoder is a precision measurement device. It is used to determine angular positions and revolutions
and to prepare and supply measured values in the form of electrical output signals for control systems.
The encoder must not be used for any other purpose.
Commissioning
Encoders may only be installed and mounted by suitably qualified experts.
Observe the operating instructions of the machine manufacturer.
Safety remarks
Prior to commissioning of the equipment, check all electrical connections.
If installation, electrical connections or any other work performed at the encoder or at the equipment is not
correctly executed, this can result in encoder malfunction or failure.
Steps must be taken to exclude any risk of personal injury, damage to facility or operating appliances as a
result of encoder failure or malfunction by providing suitable safety precautions.
The encoder must not be operated beyond the specified limits (see further documentation).
Failure to comply with the safety remarks can result in malfunctions, personal injury or material damage!
Transport and storage
Only ever transport or store encoders in their original packaging.
Never drop encoders or expose them to major vibrations.
Mounting
Avoid impacts or shocks on housing and shaft.
Avoid any twist or torsion on housing.
Do not open the encoder or proceed any mechanical modifications.
Shaft, ball bearings, glass disc or electronic components might be damaged. In this case, safe and reliable
operation is no longer guaranteed.
Electrical commissioning
Do not proceed any electrical modifications at the encoder.
Do not proceed any wiring work while encoder is under power supply.
Never plug or unplug connector while encoder is under power supply.
Ensure that the entire system is installed in line with EMC/EMI requirements. Operating environment and
wiring have an impact on the electromagnetic compatibility of the encoder. Install encoder and supply
cables separately or far away from sources with high emitted interference (frequency converters,
contactors, etc).
When working with consumers with high emitted interference provide separate encoder supply voltage.
Completely shield encoder housing and connecting cables..
Connect encoder to protective earth (PE) using shielded cables. The braided shield must be connected to
the cable gland or connector. Ideally, aim at dual connection to protective earth (PE), i.e. housing by
mechanical assembly and cable shield by the downstream devices. In case of earth loop problems, earth
at least on one side.
Failure to observe these instructions can result in malfunctions, material damage or personal injury!
The product family architecture is modular. Depending on what is required from the encoder, the basic
encoder and bus covers can be combined at will with the selected bus system.
The basic encoders differ in terms of accuracy, ambient conditions and the utilized sensing principle.
Bus cover
The bus cover accommodates the entire electronics for measured value processing and for Ethernet
communication.
The bus covers differ by the respectively integrated bus interface.
Available bus interfaces: CANopen®, DeviceNet, EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, Profibus-DP, Profinet, Powerlink,
Power over EtherCAT, SAE J1939, SSI.
All encoders enable parameterization by bus interface.
The enabled scaling functionality in CoE is prerequisite for further user-specific parameterization
such as resolution, total measuring range, direction of rotation and preset.
SDOs access is in the TwinCAT System under tab CoE - Online (CANopen over EtherCAT).
Since there is a large variety of CANopen device and application profiles they may be applied in EtherCAT
slaves.
EtherCAT encoders provide partial implementation of the CANopen DS406 encoder device profile.
Please consider that every CoE access (mailbox communication) will shortly interrupt generation of encoder
input data for the time of mailbox communication. With short cycle times in Distributed Clocks Mode this may
imply that not in every Sync cycle a new position is detected.