2.7. Encoder Input Connectors
The drive has one auxiliary encoder input channel. The encoder interface accepts an RS-422
differential line driver. You cannot use the auxiliary encoder input channels to close the position
loop.
Table 2-28:
Encoder Input Connector Specifications
Specification
Value
Encoder Frequency
10 MHz maximum (25 ns minimum edge separation)
x4 Quadrature Decoding
40 million counts/sec
Table 2-29:
Encoder Input Connector A Pinout
Pin
Label
Description
In/Out/Bi
Connector
1
SIN1+
Encoder SIN+ Input
Input
2
SIN1-
Encoder SIN- Input
Input
3
COS1+
Encoder COS+ Input
Input
4
COS1-
Encoder COS- Input
Input
5
ESTOP+
Emergency Stop Opto-Isolated Input +
Input
6
ESTOP-
Emergency Stop Opto-Isolated Input -
Input
Table 2-30:
Encoder Input Connector B Pinout
Pin
Label
Description
In/Out/Bi
Connector
1
SIN2+
Reserved
N/A
2
SIN2-
Reserved
N/A
3
COS2+
Reserved
N/A
4
COS2-
Reserved
N/A
5
+5V
+5V Encoder Power
Output
6
GND
Ground
N/A
Table 2-31:
Mating Connector Part Numbers for the Encoder Input Connector
Type
Aerotech P/N
Third Party P/N
Wire Size: mm
2
[AWG]
6-Pin Terminal Block
ECK02405
Phoenix 1704755
0.5 - 0.14 [20-26]
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