Preliminary information
This guide is designed to describe the technical characteristics, installation and use of the CANopen
encoders of the
AM58K series
. These encoders are offered with AISI 303 stainless steel enclosure and
specific increased characteristics to withstand the harsh requirements of the food & beverage industry as
well as the most aggressive operating environments such as chemical and petrochemical industry, mobile
equipment, marine installations, pharmaceutical, medical and surgical applications. They feature stainless
steel frame, flange and shaft with specific hygiene design and smooth and paint-free finish which ensure
exceptional resistance to corrosion and antibacterial properties and avoid trapped contaminants. In
addition they mount rugged long-lasting bearings protected in a stainless steel housing for enhanced
encapsulation. This results in a high-rated IP protection and excellent durability under extreme
conditions and temperatures (both high and low). Also connectors and cables are expressly intended to
deal with chemical exposure and frequent aggressive cleaning; their materials specifically suit the
demands of food processing applications. Furthermore all exposed materials are selected to be non-toxic
and safe for contact with edible products.
For any further information please refer to the product datasheet.
To make it easier to read the text, this guide is divided into two main sections.
In the first section general information concerning the safety, the mechanical installation and the
electrical connection as well as tips for setting up and running properly and efficiently the unit are
provided.
In the second section, entitled
CANopen Interface
, both general and specific information is given on the
CANopen interface. In this section the interface features and the objects implemented in the unit are
fully described.
