RC6010 - Rotary encoder IFM - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Incremental rotary encoder
Brand	IFM
Model	RC6010
Supply voltage	5 V TTL or 10...30 V HTL depending on version
Maximum cable length	100 m (5 V TTL version) or 300 m (10...30 V HTL version)
Output signals	A, B, zero index with inverted signals, 90° phase shift
Short-circuit protection	Yes, on 0V and L+ (max. 1 minute)
Electrical connection	Male 5-pin connector or 13-wire cable
Mounting	On mounting flange with flexible bellows coupling or elastic ring coupling
Main functions	Conversion of rotary motions into pulses, measurement of linear and angular displacements, position determination
Maintenance	Avoid impacts on the shaft, do not use tools on the shaft, protect with a flexible coupling
Safety	De-energize the installation before connection, insulate unused wires, keep a distance of 20 cm from interference sources
Shielding	Braided shield connected to the encoder housing
Zero index	Provided once per mechanical revolution, can be used as a reference after power failure
General information	Manual available for free in PDF at notice-facile.com

Frequently Asked Questions - RC6010 IFM

How to connect the RC6010 encoder?

Connection is made via a male 5-pin connector or 13-wire cable. Unused wires must be insulated. Refer to the wiring diagram on the housing cover or label.

What is the difference between TTL and HTL versions?

The TTL version operates at 5 V and has a maximum cable length of 100 m. The HTL version accepts 10...30 V and can reach 300 m cable length. The outputs are protected differently.

What is the maximum cable length I can use?

For a 5 V TTL version, 100 m. For a 10...30 V HTL version, 300 m. Cables must be installed at least 20 cm from interference sources.

How to protect the encoder from interference?

Install cables at least 20 cm from interference sources. Use shielded cables; the braided shield is connected to the housing.

Can I use this encoder to measure linear displacements?

Yes, by using a measuring wheel or a pinion and rack to convert linear displacement into rotation.

What to do if the zero index does not occur?

The zero index is provided once per mechanical revolution. Check the wiring and power supply. After a power failure, it serves as a reference.

How to mount the encoder correctly?

Screw it onto a mounting flange. Use a flexible coupling to compensate for shaft misalignment. Avoid impacts on the shaft.

What are the output signals?

Signals A and B are 90° phase-shifted to determine the direction of rotation. A zero index is provided once per revolution. Inverted signals are available.

What is the required supply voltage?

Depending on the version: 5 V TTL or 10...30 V HTL. The outputs are short-circuit protected.

How to clean the encoder?

Do not use liquids. Wipe with a dry, lint-free cloth. Avoid any contact with solvents.

USER MANUAL RC6010 IFM

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Function and features

The encoder transforms rotational movement into pulse sequences. These allow the measurement of linear distances and angular movement as well as the determination of positions.

Electrical connection

Disconnect power from the installation before connecting or disconnecting cables or connectors!

Unused wires must be insulated to avoid short circuits and cross faults.

Short-circuit protection

5 V TTL version: outputs short-circuit protected against 0 V 10...30 V HTL version: outputs short-circuit protected against 0 V and L+ for maximum 1 minute

Standard wiring:

Wiring is also indicated on the housing cap.

	Flange plug if 5-pole	m1001.xx 13-wire cable
L+ 2 12 brown/green
L+ sensor - 2 blue
0V 1 10 white/green
0V sensor -	11	white
A	3	5	brown
A neg.	- 6	green
B	4	8	grey
B neg.	- 1 grey
0 index	5	3	red
0 index neg.	- 4	black
fault neg.	- 7	lilac
free	- 9	-
free	-	-	yellow
screen	housing	housing	housing

If there is a deviation, the encoder must be connected as indicated on the label on the housing cap.

The wires L+ (sensor) and 0V (sensor) are internally connected to the supply voltage. When using external electronics which regulate the supply voltage these wires can be used as test wires. If unused, these wires must be connected to the supply voltage or insulated.

Depending on the version, the electrical connection is made via the cable or via cables to be obtained separately.

When using suitable cables the maximum cable length is 100 m for the 5 V TTL version and 300 m for the 10...30 V HTL version.

The cables must be laid separately from interfering sources, the minimum distance is 20 cm.

The braided screen in the cable is connected to the encoder housing.

Output signals

The encoder provides digital pulse sequences at the output stages.

The outputs A and B are electrically offset by 90^ . Thus the direction of rotation can be evaluated in the external electronics.

output A 180° 180° output B 0 index 90°

The combined zero index is provided once in a mechanical revolution of the shaft. In case of power failure it can be used as a reference point within a revolution.

The inverted output signals are used for external electronics with differential voltage input to filter interference.

Installation

Do not hit the shaft, do not use a file or similar tool on the shaft: This could destroy the unit!

The encoder can be screwed to the angle bracket. The shaft should be connected using a flexible bellows or spring disc coupling to compensate for shaft displacement and to protect the encoder against damage.

Linear movements can be transformed into a rotational movement using a measuring wheel or rack and pinion. For mounting the maximum permissible shaft loads of the encoder must be taken into account.

Mounting the angle bracket on a resilient base protects the encoder against too high a stress due to roughness of the material.

angle bracket E60033 1) reference mark 2) M3 thread / 5mm deep

The data sheet, further documents and suitable accessories are available on our website at www.ifm.com.

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Certification Mark:

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Electronic measuring equipment (encoders)

Product: Electronic measuring equipment (encoders)

Model(s): RAx, ROx, RPx, RBx, RCx, RUx, RVx, RSx, RMs, RNx "x" can be any character (up to 15 digits) and defines configurations, interface, resolution and length.

Parameters: Rated Voltage: 5-30 Vdc Rated Current: max. 370 mA

Remark: When installing, requirements of mentioned Test Standards and Installation Guide has to be fulfilled. Supply shall fulfil requirements of limited energy circuit or Class 2 power.

Tested UL 61010-1:2004 according to: CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1:2004

The product was voluntarily tested according to the relevant safety requirements and mentioned properties. It can be marked with the certification mark shown above. The certification mark must not be altered in any way. This product certification system operated by TÜV SÜD America Inc. most closely resembles that described by ISO/IEC Guide 67, Conformity assessment - Fundamentals of product certification, System 3. See also notes overleaf.

Test report no.: 028-71370093-000

Date, 2010-08-18

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