String Encoder
PT9600
Mates to Virtually Any Encoder
Ranges: 0-75 to 0-550 inches
Available With or Without Encoder
Specification Summary:
GENERAL
Full Stroke Range Options–on this datasheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-75 to 0-550 inches
Motion Conversion Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.6 inches per turn, see ordering information
Accuracy
Typical . . . . . . . . . . the lesser of 0.02% f.s. or 0.04% of measurement ±1/2 pulse max.
Best . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . not less than 0.001 in. (0.03 mm)
Repeatability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ± 0.02% of measurement ±1/2 pulse max.
Measuring Cable Options . . . . . . . . . . . nylon-coated stainless steel or thermoplastic
Enclosure Material Options . . . . . . . . . . . powder-painted aluminum or stainless steel
Encoder Shaft Coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . aluminum flexible coupling
Maximum Allowable Rotational Sensor Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.0 in-lbs.
Maximum Retraction Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see ordering information
Maximum Velocity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see ordering information
Weight, Aluminum (Stainless Steel) Enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 lbs. (16 lbs.) max.
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -40º to 200ºF (-40º to 90ºC)
Fig. 1 – Outline Drawing (18 oz. cable tension only)
0.85 [21.6]
6.15 ±0.06
[152,2 ±1,5]
A
see detail
DIMENSION (INCHES)
MEASURING CABLE
RANGE Ø.034 in.
75
0.22
100
0.29
150
0.44
200
0.58
250
0.73
300
0.88
350
1.02
400
1.17
450
1.31
500
1.46
550
1.61
4.80 [121,9]
see detail
eyelet detail
1.10 ±0.08
[27,9 ±2,0]
measuring cable at
full extension
measuring cable at
full retraction
Ø.062 in.
0.37
0.49
0.73
0.98
1.22
1.47
1.71
1.96
n/a
n/a
n/a
This modular approach delivers the ultimate in flexibility. To order, simply select the measurement range,
the cable tension and encoder mounting style—it’s
that easy! We even supply all the necessary encoder
mounting tools and attaching hardware. If you can’t
find your encoder mounting style or you want us to
provide the encoder, please give us a call.
mounting hole detail
Ø.191 [4,19]*
Ø.375 [9,52]**
A
Ø.047 in.
0.29
0.39
0.59
0.79
0.98
1.18
1.38
1.57
1.77
1.97
n/a
Our unique string encoder module mates to virtually
any encoder, giving you a cost-effective long-range
linear position measurement solution that precisely
fits your requirements.
0.64 [16,3]
.165 [4,19]*
0.27 [6,9]
4.52 ±0.08
[114,8 ±2,0]
5.16 [131,1] max.
4.90 [124,5]
4.75 ±0.06
[120,7 ±2,0]
0.25 [6,4]
7.87 [199,9] max.
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [MM]
tolerances are 0.03 IN. [0.5 MM] unless otherwise noted.
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190  | PT9600
5.30 [134,6]
* tolerance = +.005 –.001 [+.13 –.03]
** tolerance = +.005 –.005 [+.13 –.13]
Celesco Transducer Products, Inc.
20630 Plummer Street  •  Chatsworth, CA 91311
tel: 800.423.5483 • +1.818.701.2750 • fax: +1.818.701.2799