Operating and Assembly Instructions
Incremental Encoder FG 40
Read the Operating and Assembly Instructions prior to
assembly, starting installation and handling!
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Trademark
Brand names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owner.
Protected trademarks bearing a ™ or ® symbol are not always depicted as such in the manual.
However, the statutory rights of the respective owners remain unaffected.
Manufacturer / publisher
Johannes Hubner
Fabrik elektrischer Maschinen GmbH
Siemensstraße 7
35394 Giessen
The manual has been drawn up with the utmost care and attention. Nevertheless, we cannot exclude
the possibility of errors in form and content. It is strictly forbidden to reproduce this publication or parts
of this publication in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Johannes
Hubner Fabrik elektrischer Maschinen GmbH.
Subject to errors and changes due to technical improvements.
Indicates a possibly dangerous situation that can result in death or serious injury if it is
not avoided.
CAUTION!
Indicates a possibly dangerous situation that can result in minor injury if it is not
avoided.
CAUTION!
Indicates a possibly dangerous situation that can result in material damage if it is not
avoided.
NOTES!
Indicates useful tips and recommendations as well as information for efficient and
trouble-free operation.
NOTES!
Do not use a hammer or similar tool when installing the device due to the risk of damage
occurring to the bearings or coupling!
DANGER!
Life-threatening danger due to electric shock!
Indicates a life-threatening situation due to electric shock. If the safety instructions are
not complied with there is danger of serious injury or death. The work that must be
executed should only be performed by a qualified electrician.
1 General
1.1 Information about the Operating and Assembly instructions
These Operating and Assembly Instructions provide important instructions for working with the device.
They must be carefully read prior to starting all tasks, and the instructions contained herein must be
followed.
In addition, applicable local regulations for the prevention of industrial accidents and general safety
regulations must be complied with.
1.2 Scope of delivery
Incremental Encoder FG 40, Operating and Assembly Instructions.
1.3 Explanation of symbols
Warnings are indicated by symbols in these Operating and Assembly Instructions. The warnings are
introduced by signal words that express the scope of the hazard.
The warnings must be strictly heeded; you must act prudently to prevent accidents, personal injury,
and property damage.
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NOTES!
Content information, text, drawings, graphics, and other representations are protected
by copyright and are subject to commercial property rights.
It is strictly forbidden to make copies of any kind or by any means for any purpose other
than in conjunction with using the device without the prior written agreement of the
manufacturer. Any copyright infringements will be prosecuted.
DANGER!
This section provides an overview of all the important safety aspects that ensure
protection of personnel, as well as safe and trouble-free device operation.
If these safety instructions are not complied with significant hazard can occur.
1.4 Disclaimer
All information and instructions in these Operating and Assembly Instructions have been provided
under due consideration of applicable guidelines, as well as our many years of experience.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for damages due to:
Failure to follow the instructions in the Operating and Assembly Instructions
Non-intended use
Deployment of untrained personnel
Opening of the device or conversions of the device
In all other aspects the obligations agreed in the delivery contract as well as the delivery conditions of
the manufacturer apply.
1.5 Copyright
1.6 Guarantee terms
The guarantee terms are provided in the manufacturer’s terms and conditions.
1.7 Customer service
For technical information personnel is available that can be contacted by telephone, fax or email. See
manufacturer’s address on page 2.
2 Safety
2.1 Responsibility of the owner
The device is used in commercial applications. Consequently the owner of the device is subject to the
legal occupational safety obligations and subject to the safety, accident prevention and environmental
protection regulations that are applicable for the device’s area of implementation.
2.2 Intended use
The device has been designed and constructed exclusively for the intended use described here.
Series FG 40 Incremental Encoders are used for measurement of rotations, for instance of electrical
and mechanical drives and shafts.
Claims of any type due to damage arising from non-intended use are excluded; the owner bears sole
responsibility for non-intended use.
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DANGER!
Life-threatening danger due to electrical shock!
There is an imminent life-threatening hazard if live parts are touched. Damage to
insulation or to specific components can pose a life-threatening hazard.
Therefore:
Immediately switch off the device and have it repaired if there is damage to the
insulation of the power supply.
De-energize the electrical equipment and ensure that all components are connected for
all tasks on the electrical equipment.
Keep moisture away from live parts. Moisture can cause short circuits.
WARNING!
Danger of injury due to rotating shafts and hot surfaces!
Touching rotating shafts can cause serious injuries.
Therefore:
Do not reach into moving parts/shafts or handle moving parts/shafts during operation.
Close to protect from injury all access openings in flanges with the corresponding plug
screw, and provided you exposed rotating components with protective covers.
Do not open covers during operation. Prior to opening the covers ensure that all parts
have come to a standstill.
The encoder can become hot during prolonged use.
In case of contact risk of burns is existing.
DANGER!
Life-threatening danger if restarted without authorization!
When correcting faults there is danger of the power supply being switched on without
authorization.
This poses a life-threatening hazard for persons in the danger zone.
Therefore:
Prior to starting work, switch off the system and safeguard it from being switched on
again.
2.3 Improper use
Do not use the device in potentially explosive areas.
The device must not be subjected to mechanical loads in addition to its own weight and unavoidable
vibration and shock loads that arise during normal operations.
Examples for non-permitted mechanical loads (incomplete list):
- Fastening transport or lifting tackle to the device, for example a crane hook to lift a motor.
- Fastening packaging components to the device, for example ratchet straps, tarpaulins etc.
- Using the device as a step, for example by people to climb onto a motor.
2.4 Personnel
Installation and commissioning as well as disassembly routines must be carried out by skilled technical staff only.
2.5 Personal protective equipment
Wear personal protective equipment such as safety shoes and safety clothing to minimise risks to
health and safety when carrying out work such as installation, disassembly or commissioning. Adhere
to all applicable statutory regulations as well as the rules and standards determined by the owner.
2.6 Special dangers
Residual risks that have been determined based on a risk assessment are cited below.
2.6.1 Electrical current
2.6.2 Rotating shafts / Hot surfaces
2.6.3 Safeguarding against restart
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Encoder with one terminal box
Encoder with 2 terminal boxes (redundant version)
Encoder with 2 sinusoidal signals
3 Technical Data
3.1 Type plates
Nameplates for different device variations are shown below
The type plate is located on the outside of the housing and contains the following information:
Manufacturer, Address
Type, year of construction
CE marking
Serial number (S/N)
Commission number (C/N)
Pulse rate
Protection class
Power supply
No-load current
Outputs
2 sinusoidal signals A and B each with inverted signals
Reference pulse with inverted signal
Signal amplitude 1 V pp / RL = 120 Ω
Error signal and inverted signal
Signal amplitude 5V
Resolution
1024 signal periodes
Duty cycle
1 ± 0,1
Phase shift A, B
90° ± 1°
3.2.2Output signals Sine / Cosine
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Protection class
acc. to
DIN EN 60529
Sealing
Permissible
speed
Rotor moment of
inertia
Breakaway torque
IP65
Standard
≤ 6000 min
-1
510 gcm²
6 Ncm
IP66
with labyrinth seal
≤ 6000 min -1
580 gcm²
6 Ncm
IP66/IP67
with axial shaft
seal
≤ 4000 min -1
510 gcm²
8 Ncm
IP66/IP67
with radial shaft
seal (for special
applications, e.g.
wet areas in
rolling mills)
≤ 3000 min -1
510 gcm²
9 Ncm
Encoder temperature ranges
Standard
0°C… + 70°C
Special temperature ranges
-25°C… + 85°C
-40°C… + 85°C
-5°C… + 100°C
Special output voltage 5V (TTL)
Pulse height
5V, RS422-compatible (TIA/EIA-Standard)
Supply voltage
12… 30 V DC (optional: 5V DC)
Vibration resistance
DIN EN 60068-2-6 / IEC 68-2-6 (10 … 2000 Hz)
20 g (=200 m/s²)
Shock resistance
DIN EN 60068-2-27 / IEC 68-2-27 (6 ms)
150 g (=1500 m/s²)
Max. encoder shaft load
Fa, max. (axial) = 100 N
Fr, max. (radial) = 120 N
Shaft dimensions
11j6 x 30 mm (standard)
14j6 x 30 mm (optional)
Weight
Type AK
Type K
Type KK
approx. 2,8 kg
approx. 3,1 kg
approx. 3,6 kg
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Signal outputs
Basic version
Basic channel 0° (A) and pulse channel 90° (B)
Internal system diagnostics with error
output (ERROR)
Each with inverted signals
Option N
Reference pulse (N) mechanically defined; one
square-wave pulse per revolution; with inverted
signal
Option 2F
Twice as many pulses as basic channel by
combining the 0° and 90°channels
Option B
Rapid direction of rotation detection at each edge
of the 0° and 90°channels
Can be combined with Option F
Option B2
Rapid direction of rotation detection at each edge
of the 0° and 90° channels; additional standstill
recognition
Option B3
Rotation-dependent output signals. This option
supports counter cards with separate UP/DOWN
pulse inputs. Basic channel signals are issued at
option output 1 when rotation is clockwise and at
option output 2 when rotation is counterclockwise.
Option S
Electronic overspeed switch with two
independently programmable switching points
See separate Operating and Assembly
Instructions EGS® 40
Fiber optic option
As an alternative to conventional signal
transmissions via copper cables encoder signals
can also be transmitted via fiberoptic cables.
Max. frequency 100 kHz
N
N
The signal sequence 0°, 90° applies for clockwise rotation seen from the drive shaft direction.
To obtain the same signal sequence for counter clockwise rotation the clamp 0°, 90° has to be
connected see connection diagram.
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Signal outputs for output signals sine / cosine
Basic channel 0° (A) and pulse
channel 90° (B).
Reference pulse (N) mechanically
defined; one square-wave pulse per
revolution; with inverted signal
Each with inverted signal.
Internal system diagnostics with error