| Absolute encoder, singleturn Encoder with an output of clear, coded information for each measuring step within one revolution. The data is saved in the event of a power failure. |
Absolute encoder multiturn Encoder capable of clearly capturing the number of revolutions and of yielding this output in addition to the output of the singleturn absolute encoder. The data is saved in the event of a power failure, and/or continues to be captured in de-energized state. |
| ASI Asynchronous Serial Interface. A serial trans-mission linked to a data transmission protocol. Driver hardware to EIA RS485 or RS422. |
ASIC IC specific to user. |
| Resolution For the singleturn encoders, the resolution indicates the number of measuring steps per revolution. For the multiturn encoders, the number of measuring steps per revolution and the number of revolutions are indicated. |
Baud rate Transmission frequency of serial interface in bits per second. |
| CAN-Bus Multi-Master-Bus-System with two-wire line. It is event-oriented and/or news-oriented. Presently, standardized CAN protocols under CAN open are specified. For encoder: CiA DSP 406 |
Code Switching Speed Number of measuring steps per second for absolute encoders. The maximum electric speed of encoders with 13-bit resolution and 400 kHz switching speed is 3,000 RPM. |
| Data valid Diagnostic output for checking validity of output data. |
Sense of rotation (...) Control input to determine the data sequence, whether increasing clockwise or counter-clockwise. |
| Enable Control input allowing activation of data outputs for absolute encoders. |
Incremental encoder Encoder sending an electric signal (High/Low) at each measuring step. |
| Deviation of measuring step / Accuracy Deviation between actual and measured position. |
Zero-point setting Control input to set a zero point at any position of the resolution range of an absolute encoder without mechanical adjustment. For programmable absolute encoders, it is possible to also set an offset value via the zero-point setting. |
| Profibus DP Master-Slave-Bus-System with two-wire line. Line Bus with EIA RS485 hardware interface. Standardized Profibus DP-protocol for encoder is specified. |
Scaling Customized setting of encoder resolution. The encoder calculates the desired customer resolution using the basic resolution and the scaling factor. |
| Store Control input used to memorize the data outputs of absolute encoders for safe read-outs. It is recommended to use the Stored input especially in case of data codes of several steps. |
SSI Synchronous Serial Interface. A serial data transmission linked to an external pulse. |
| SUCOnet K Bus-System, especially developed for control units of Klöckner-Moeller. Driver hardware to EIA RS485. Maximum Baud rate up to 375 kBd. |
Pulse +, Pulse - Control lines of SSI interface for synchronous data transmission. Pulse + produces a current loop together with Pulse - for potential-free take-over of pulse frequency in SSI encoders. |
Terminologia de Contadores Electronicos
| Batch Counter The batch counter counts the pulses emitted by the main counter. |
Mode A way to program the counter for differerent application. |
| Baud rate Transmission rate of serial interface. |
Decimal point Possibility to set a decimal point for readouts. |
| Electronic output After reaching preset value, a positive (PNP) or negative (NPN) signal is emitted at the output (transistor or optocoupler). |
Sensor supply Voltage provided by the counter to connect sensor or encoder. |
| LCD display Liquid crystal display. Can be read by background illumination or normal light incidence. |
LED Light Emitting Doide, easy-to-read 7-segment display. |
| Latch Memorization of output signal til manual reset. |
PTB Physikalisch Technische Bundesanstalt (Physical-technical Federal Institute). Counters that are approved by PTB may be used for length measurements that are appropriate for calibration after the entire installation has been approved. |
| Phase discriminator Evaluation circuit within the counter that automatically recognizes the direction of rotation of the encoder in case an incremental encoder is connected with two signal that are 90° out of phase. |
Relay output A relay is switched after the preset value has been reached. |
| Reset A relay is switched after the preset value has been reached. |
Totalizer A counter that counts the input pulses by adding or subtracting them without any kind of control function. |
| Scaling factor (electronic gear) Multiplier to evaluate input pulses. Possibility of evaluating incoming pulses and thus of adapting electronic and mechanical equipment. |
Set count Value to be programmed. The counter will be set back to this value after every reset. |
| UP / Down Counting direction, adding or subtracting. |
VAC Voltage supply: alternating current. |
| VDC Voltage supply: direct current. |
Preselection counter Counter that accomplishes an output function in addition to its adding or subtracting counting function. Example: Initation of a cutting operation at a certain count. |
| Preset value An output is switched when this value has been reached. |
Impulse signal time Lapse of time that an output remains active after a preset value has been reached. |
| Counting rate The maximum number of pulses per second. |
Counting mode Type of evaluation of the pulses at the counter. |
Terminologia de Contadores Horarios
| Baud rate Transmission rate of serial interface. |
Automatic reset There is an automatic reset as soon as the preset value is reached. |
| Resolution Resolution accuracy. |
Rotational speed Rotations per time unit (1/h, 1/min or 1/s). |
| Electronic output After reaching the preset value, a positive (PNP) or negative (NPN) signal is emitted at the output (transistor or optocoupler). |
Principal counter Preselection counter with one or two presets, operating in adding or subtracting mode. |
| LCD-display Liquid-crystal display. Can be read thanks to background illumination or normal light incidence. |
LED-display Self-luminous, easy-to-read 7-segment display. |
| Batch counter Ancillary counter, e.g. to count lots with or without preset. |
Parity Control bit for error recognition of data received serially. |
| Relay output A relay is switched when the preset value has been reached. |
Reset Return to initial count of counter. |
| Interfaces Used to communicate (input and output) with external systems. |
Protection It is indicated according to DIN 40050 and IP (International Protection) followed by a 2-digit number. |
| Classification Classifications (EN 61010) are descript-ions of connected protective measures against electric shock. |
Stop bits Brief adjustable rest period after a serial data transmission. |
| Interference immunity The capacity of a device to continue to operate correctly and without functional restriction in sprite of eletromagnetic interference (EN 50082). |
Totalizer A counter that counts the input pulses by adding or subtracting them without any kind of control function. |
| Emitted interference Electromagnetic pulses emitted by devices that are spread over the air or over lines (EN 50081). |
Time range Counting capacity. |
| Preset value An output is switched when this value has been reached. |
VAC Voltage supply: Alternating current. |
| Preselection counter Counter that fulfills an output function in addition to its adding or subtracting counting function. Example: Triggering of a cut at a certain count. |
VDC Voltage supply: Direct current. |
| Baud rate Transmission rate of serial interface. |
Electronic output After reaching the preset value, a positive (PNP) or negative (NPN) signal is emitted at the output (transistor or optocoupler). |
| Emitted interference Electromagnetic pulses emitted by devices that are spread over the air or over lines (EN 50081). |
Interference immunity The capacity of a device to continue to operate correctly and without functional restriction in sprite of electromagnetic interference (EN 50082). |
| LED-display Self-luminous, easy-to-read 7-segment display. |
LCD-display Liquid-crystal display. Can be read thanks to background illumination or normal light incidence. |
| Protection It is indicated according to DIN 40050 and IP (International Protection) followed by a 2-digit number. |
Relay output A relay is switched when the preset value has been reached. |
| Interfaces Used to communicate (input and output) with external systems. |
Limit value An output is switched when this value has been reached or exceeded (up or down). |
| Classifications Classifications (EN 61010) are descriptions of connected protective measures against electric shock. |
Scaling factor (electronic gear) Multiplier to evaluate input pulses. Possibility of evaluating incoming pulses and thus of adapting electronic and mechanical equipment. |
| Reset Return to initial value of tachometer. |
Timeout A reset of the display is effected in case the pulses were interrupted after this period has lapsed. |
| Parity Control bit for error recognition of data received serially. |
Totalizer A counter that counts the input pulses by adding or subtracting them without any kind of control function. |
| Update time Repeated display or measurment cycle. |
VAC Voltage supply: Alternating current. |
| VDC Voltage supply: Direct current. |
Terminologia de Controles de Proceso
| Batch Counter The batch counter counts the pulses emitted by the main counter. |
Mode A way to program the counter for differerent application. |
| Baud rate Transmission rate of serial interface. |
Decimal point Possibility to set a decimal point for readouts. |
| Electronic output After reaching preset value, a positive (PNP) or negative (NPN) signal is emitted at the output (transistor or optocoupler). |
Sensor supply Voltage provided by the counter to connect sensor or encoder. |
| LCD display Liquid crystal display. Can be read by background illumination or normal light incidence. |
LED Light Emitting Doide, easy-to-read 7-segment display. |
| Latch Memorization of output signal til manual reset. |
PTB Physikalisch Technische Bundesanstalt (Physical-technical Federal Institute). Counters that are approved by PTB may be used for length measurements that are appropriate for calibration after the entire installation has been approved. |
| Phase discriminator Evaluation circuit within the counter that automatically recognizes the direction of rotation of the encoder in case an incremental encoder is connected with two signal that are 90° out of phase. |
Relay output A relay is switched after the preset value has been reached. |
| Reset A relay is switched after the preset value has been reached. |
Totalizer A counter that counts the input pulses by adding or subtracting them without any kind of control function. |
| Scaling factor (electronic gear) Multiplier to evaluate input pulses. Possibility of evaluating incoming pulses and thus of adapting electronic and mechanical equipment. |
Set count Value to be programmed. The counter will be set back to this value after every reset. |
| UP / Down Counting direction, adding or subtracting. |
VAC Voltage supply: alternating current. |
| VDC Voltage supply: direct current. |
Preselection counter Counter that accomplishes an output function in addition to its adding or subtracting counting function. Example: Initation of a cutting operation at a certain count. |
| Preset value An output is switched when this value has been reached. |
Impulse signal time Lapse of time that an output remains active after a preset value has been reached. |
| Counting rate The maximum number of pulses per second. |
Counting mode Type of evaluation of the pulses at the counter. |
Terminologia de Contadores Mecánicos
ME 102
Control contacts (optional)
a) Momentary contact dependent on speed when number 0000 has been reached (length of contact during one digit). Contact duration e.g. for 3000 digits / min = 15 ms. We recommend using the control contact as latched contact, as described under b), in case of speeds higher than 3000 digits/min
b) Latched contact when switching from 0000 to 9999, i.e. the preset value is to be reduced by one when selected. The contact remains latched until the counter is reset.
Leader contact (pre-contact)
Possible with additional unchanged pre-contact as momentary contact dependent on speed. The pre-contact can be set to any value you desire.
The main contact is then designed as latched contact.
ME 230
Unchangeable pre-contact
The counter may be equipped with an unchangeable pre-contact. Please note that the main contact can only be initiated when the counter switches from 00000 to 99999. The preset value will be reduced by one when selected. The pre-contact is designed as switching (latched) contact. The pre-contact can be set to any value you desire.
ME 280
Double presetting
Counters equipped with two presets allow the preselection of 2 different values. They start adding at zero and activate a contact as soon as each of the preset values has been reached.
It is therefore possible to initiate two subsequent control sequences. To repeat the counting in the same sequence, you only need to push the reset lever once.
Preselection
Push the lateral lever, keep it in this position and then key in the value required in the sequence of your choice.
As soon as the preselection is completed, return the lateral lever to its initial position. This will lock the keys thus impairing any modification of the preset value should a key be inadvertently pushed.
Key reset
The reset button is locked on counters with key reset. It can only be operated by using the flat key supplied.
Reset to zero
The counter is set to the value 0000 by pushing the button and/or through an electric pulse.
Reset to initial value
The counter is set back to the preset value by pushing the button and/or through an electric pulse.
Pre contact
An unchangeable pre-contact (switching contact) that is activated prior to the main contact at an optional, fixed value.