Absolute position detection
The EL5xxx enables the evaluation of linear and rotary encoders and measuring probes as well as position measuring systems and absolute encoders with SSI (synchronous serial interface), EnDat 2.2 or BISS-C interface. Many modules are equipped with an integrated sensor supply. Extensive parameterization options allow all standard sensors in both single-turn and multi-turn versions to be connected and evaluated. In addition, it is possible to evaluate inductive displacement measuring sensors – these include measuring probes in LVDT and half-bridge versions or inductive angular position sensors in an RVDT version.

Incremental position detection
Furthermore, incremental signals with SinCos 1 V_PP, differential signals with RS422, 5 V single-ended signals of TTL or open collector encoders as well as 24 V HTL encoder signals can also be evaluated. 24 V digital inputs can be used to store, disable and set the counter value. Functions such as micro-increments, timestamp and oversampling also enable finely resolved position detection. The EtherCAT distributed clocks function ensures an exact synchronization of the position value with other processes.

Ex i, incremental position detection
The ELX51xx EtherCAT Terminal series allows the direct connection of an intrinsically safe incremental encoder from potentially explosive atmospheres of zones 0/20 and 1/21.