Along with the encoder line, Anaheim Automation carries a comprehensive line of single-ended and differential encoder cables with four, six, and eight leads, cable lengths up to 16 feet, and encoder centering tools. Additionally, Anaheim Automation offers an extended line of stepper, brushless and servomotors which can implement encoders for your application needs.

Advantages

• Highly reliable and accurate
• Low cost
• High resolution
• Integrated electronics
• Fuses optical and digital technology
• Can be incorporated into existing applications
• Compact size

Disadvantages

• Subject to magnetic or radio interference (Magnetic Encoders)
• Direct light source interference (Optical Encoders)
• Susceptible to dirt, oil and dust contaminate

An Encoder can be used in applications requiring feedback of position, velocity, distance and etc. The examples listed below illustrate the vast capabilities and implementations of an encoder:

• Assembly Machines
• Robotics
• Packaging
• Labeling Machines
• X and Y Indication Systems
• Medical Equipment
• Printers
• Textiles
• Testing Machine
• Drilling Machines
• CNC Machines
• Motor Feedback

Both a Linear and a rotary encoder can be broken down into two main types: the absolute encoder and the incremental encoder. The construction of these two types of encoders is quite similar; however they differ in physical properties and the interpretation of movement.

There are several important criteria involved in selecting the proper encoder:

1. Output
2. Desired Resolution (CPR)
3. Noise and Cable Length
4. Index Channel
5. Cover/Base

Output

The output is dependent on what is required by the application. There are two output forms which are incremental and absolute. Incremental output forms take form of squarewave outputs. For an application requiring an incremental encoder, the output signal is either zero or the supply voltage. The output of an incremental encoder is always a squarewave due to the switching of high (input voltage value) and low (zero) signal value. Absolute encoders operate in the same manner as incremental encoders but have different output methods. The resolution of an absolute encoder is described in bits. The output of absolute encoders is relative to its position in a form of a digital word. Instead of a continuous flow of pulses as seen by incremental encoders, absolute encoders output a unique word for each position in form of bits. Equivalent to 1,024 pulses per revolution, an absolute encoder is described to have 10 bits (210 = 1024).

Desired Resolution (CPR)

The resolution of incremental encoders is frequently described in terms of cycles per revolution (CPR). Cycles per revolution are the number of output pulses per complete revolution of the encoder disk. For example, an encoder with a resolution of 1,000 means that there are 1,000 pulses generated per complete revolution of the encoder.

Noise and Cable Length

When selecting the proper encoder for any application, the user must also take into account noise and cable length. Longer cable lengths are more susceptible to noise. It is crucial to use proper cable lengths to ensure the system functions correctly. It is recommended to use shielded, twisted-pair cables with preferably low capacitance value. The rating for capacitance value is normally in capacitance per foot. The importance of this rating is for well defined squarewave pulse outputs from the encoder rather than “jagged” or “saw-toothed” like pulses due to the interference of noise.

Index Channel

The index channel is an optional output channel which provides a once per revolution output pulse. This pulse allows for the user to keep track of position and establishes a reference point. This output channel is extremely valuable for incremental encoders when an interruption of power occurs. In instances with a power failure, the last sustained index channel can be used as a reference marker for a restarting point. Therefore, when such an occurrence takes place, an index channel can prove to be quite valuable in applications utilizing incremental encoders.

Note: Absolute encoders do not have an issue with losing track of position in power loss situations due to every position being assigned a unique bit configuration.

Cover/Base

Cover and base options are considerations for application needs. Enclosed cover options help protect the encoder from dust particles. Base options play a significant role in large vibration environments. Such mounting options are transfer adhesives which stick directly on the back of the encoder to the mounting surface, molded ears for direct mounting. Anaheim Automation also offers various base options for mounting purposes.

Anaheim Automation offers a selection of cover and base options to meet your application needs.

3 Phase Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either a 3 Phase Motor resolver or a 3 Phase Motor encoder. Both the 3 Phase Motor resolver and the 3 Phase Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the 3 Phase Motor resolver and 3 Phase Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. 3 Phase Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The 3 Phase Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The 3 Phase Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. 3 Phase Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation 3 Phase Motor product line. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the 3 Phase Motor and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the 3 Phase Motor system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Motor system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the 3 Phase Motor system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of 3 Phase Motor system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each 3 Phase Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and 3 Phase Motor power cables from control wiring and motor feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our 3 Phase Motor systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the 3 Phase Motor system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the 3 Phase Motor prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

AC Electric Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either an AC Electric Motor resolver or an AC Electric Motor encoder. Both the AC Electric Motor resolver and the AC Electric Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the AC Electric Motor resolver and AC Electric Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. AC Electric Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The AC Electric Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The AC Electric Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. AC Electric Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation AC Electric Motor product line. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Electric Motor and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Electric Motor system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Electric Motor system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Electric Motor system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Electric Motor system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each AC Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Electric Motor power cables from control wiring and electric motor feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Electric Motor systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Electric Motor system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Electric Motor prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

AC Gear Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either an AC Gear Motor resolver or an AC Gear Motor encoder. Both the AC Gear Motor resolver and the AC Gear Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the AC Gear Motor resolver and AC Gear Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. AC Gear Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The AC Gear Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The AC Gear Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. AC Gear Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation AC Gear Motor product line. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Gear Motor and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Gear Motor system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Gear Motor system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Gear Motor system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Gear Motor system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each AC Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Gear Motor power cables from control wiring and gear motor feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Gear Motor systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Gear Motor system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Gear Motor prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

AC Gearmotors have two options for feedback controls. These options are either AC Gearmotors resolvers or AC Gearmotors encoders. Both the AC Gearmotors resolver and the AC Gearmotors encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the AC Gearmotors resolver and AC Gearmotors encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. AC Gearmotors resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The AC Gearmotors resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The AC Gearmotors optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. AC Gearmotors encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of Anaheim Automation AC Gearmotors. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Gearmotors and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Gearmotors system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Gearmotors system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Gearmotors system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Gearmotors system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each AC Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Gearmotors power cables from control wiring and gearmotors feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Gearmotors systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Gearmotors system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Gearmotors prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

AC Induction Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either an AC Induction Motor resolver or an AC Induction Motor encoder. Both the AC Induction Motor resolver and the AC Induction Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the AC Induction Motor resolver and AC Induction Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. AC Induction Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The AC Induction Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The AC Induction Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. AC Induction Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation AC Induction Motor product line. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Induction Motor and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Induction Motor system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Induction Motor system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Induction Motor system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Induction Motor system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each AC Induction Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Induction Motor power cables from control wiring and induction motor feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Induction Motor systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Induction Motor system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Induction Motor prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

Induction Motors products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either Induction Motors resolver or Induction Motors encoder. Both the Induction Motors resolver and the Induction Motors encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the Induction Motors resolver and Induction Motors encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. Induction Motors resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The Induction Motors resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The Induction Motors optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. Induction Motors encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation AC Induction Motors. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Induction Motors and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Induction Motors system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Induction Motors system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Induction Motors system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Induction Motors system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with all AC Induction Motors • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Induction Motors power cables from control wiring and induction motors feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Induction Motors systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Induction Motors system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Induction Motors prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

AC Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either an AC Motor resolver or an AC Motor encoder. Both the AC Motor resolver and the AC Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the AC Motor resolver and AC Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. AC Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The AC Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The AC Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. AC Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation AC Motor product line. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Motor and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Motor system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Motor system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Motor system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Motor system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each AC Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Motor power cables from control wiring and motor feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Motor systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Motor system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Motor prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

AC Motors have two options for feedback controls. These options are either AC Motors resolvers or AC Motors encoders. Both the AC Motors resolver and the AC Motors encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the AC Motors resolver and AC Motors encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. AC Motors resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The AC Motors resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The AC Motors optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. AC Motors encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of Anaheim Automation AC Motors. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Motors and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Motors system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Motors system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Motors system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Motors system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each AC Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Motors power cables from control wiring and motors feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Motors systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Motors system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Motors prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

AC Induction Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either an AC Induction Motor resolver or an AC Induction Motor encoder. Both the AC Induction Motor resolver and the AC Induction Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the AC Induction Motor resolver and AC Induction Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. AC Induction Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The AC Induction Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The AC Induction Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. AC Induction Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation AC Induction Motor product line. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Induction Motor and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Induction Motor system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Induction Motor system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Induction Motor system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Induction Motor system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each AC Induction Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Induction Motor power cables from control wiring and induction motor feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Induction Motor systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Induction Motor system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Induction Motor prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation AC Induction Motors. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the AC Induction Motors and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the AC Induction Motors system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Induction Motors system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the AC Induction Motors system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of AC Induction Motors system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with all AC Induction Motors • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and AC Induction Motors power cables from control wiring and induction motors feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our AC Induction Motors systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the AC Induction Motors system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the AC Induction Motors prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

Synchronous Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either a Synchronous Motor resolver or a Synchronous Motor encoder. Both the Synchronous Motor resolver and the Synchronous Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the Synchronous Motor resolver and Synchronous Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. Synchronous Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The Synchronous Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The Synchronous Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. Synchronous Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.

The following information is intended as a general guideline for wiring of the Anaheim Automation Synchronous Motor product line. Be aware that when you route power and signal wiring on a machine or system, radiated noise from the nearby relays, transformers, and other electronic devices can be inducted into the Synchronous Motor and encoder signals, input/output communications, and other sensitive low voltage signals. This can cause systems faults. WARNING - Dangerous voltages capable of causing injury or death, may be present in the Synchronous Motor system. Use extreme caution when handling, wiring, testing, and adjusting during installation, set-up, tuning, and operation. Don’t make extreme adjustments or changes to the AC Motor system parameters, which can cause mechanical vibration and result in failure and/or loss. Once the Synchronous Motor system is wired, do not run by switching On/Off the power supply directly. Frequent power On/Off switching will cause fast aging of the system components, which will reduce the lifetime of Synchronous Motor system. Strictly comply with the following rules: • Follow the Wiring Diagram with each Synchronous Motor • Route high-voltage power cables separately from low-voltage power cables • Segregate input power wiring and Synchronous Motor power cables from control wiring and motor feedback cables. Maintain this separation throughout the wire run. • Use shielded cable for power wiring and provide a grounded 360 degree clamp termination to the enclosure wall. Allow room on the sub-panel for wire bends. • Make all cable routes as short as possible. NOTE: Factory made cables are recommended for use in our Synchronous Motor systems. These cables are purchased separately, and are designed to minimize EMI. These cables are recommended over customer-built cables to optimize system performance and to provide additional safety for the Synchronous Motor system and the user. WARNING - To avoid the possibility of electrical shock, perform all mounting and wiring of the Synchronous Motor prior to applying power. Once power is applied, connection terminals may have voltage present.

Three Phase Motor products have two options for feedback controls. These options are either a Three Phase Motor resolver or a Three Phase Motor encoder. Both the Three Phase Motor resolver and the Three Phase Motor encoder can sense direction, speed, and the position of the output shaft. While both the Three Phase Motor resolver and Three Phase Motor encoder offer the same solution in multiple applications, they are greatly different. Three Phase Motor resolvers use a second set of stator coils called the transformer to provoke rotor voltages across an air gap. Since the resolver lacks electronic components, it is very tough with a large temperature range. The Three Phase Motor resolver is also naturally shock resistant due to how it is designed which makes it most likely used in harsh environments. The Three Phase Motor optical encoder uses a shutter that rotates to disrupt a beam of light that crosses the air gap between a light source and the photo detector. The rotating of the shutter over time causes wear on the encoder. This wear reduces the durability and dependably of the optical encoder. The type of application being run will establish whether a resolver or an encoder is needed. Three Phase Motor encoders are easier to implement and are more exact so they should be the primary preference for any application. A resolver should only be chosen if the durability needs and the environment in which it will be used requires it.