NorthStar SLIM Tach
®
HS56 Instruction Manual
6
5 May 1999
1.3 Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Resolution
512, 512Z, 1024, 1024Z, 2048 PPR
Frequency Response
0 – 120 KHz
Pulse Code
Incremental, Marker, Quadrature, Complements
Output Channels
A & B (incremental); Z (marker), A, B
Duty Cycle
50
±
15% (within defined mechanical specs)
Quadrature Accuracy
A-B 90
±
22
°
Output Type
High Speed, Differential Driver
Rise and Fall Time
Less than 500ns @ 10,000 pf typical
Current Consumption
40 mA typical plus line driver load
ESD Protection
2kV
Output Current Capability
150 mA typical [350 mA maximum (worst case)]
Connector
10 pin Epic style, NEMA 4, 12 industrial connector
Suggested Cable
22 AWG, 8 Conductor, 18” length, 4 twisted shield pairs
Input Voltage
+ 5.0 to +15.0 VDC
Mechanical Specifications
Maximum Operational Speed
3,600 RPM
Shaft Requirements
0.625-1.125” (+0.000, -0.0005)
Bearings
Sealed
Max Radial Runout
0.015” total indicated run out
Max Axial Travel
±
0.150”
Box Weight
7 1/2lbs. (3.4 Kg)
Box Dimensions
8.75” x 14.25” x 4”
Environmental Specifications
Operational Temperature
-20
°
to +80
°
C
Operational Humidity Capability
Maximum of 90%
Chemical Resistance
Salt spray, most solvents, mild acids and bases
Vibration
Maximum 15 g’s RMS, 5-2000 Hz
Specifications subject to change without notice.
