Retractable cable displacement sensor for synchronized lifting and lowering control

The rope displacement sensor has been proven to be a practical solution in the long-distance measurement field. By pulling in and out the steel wire rope, the rope encoder converts linear motion into rotational motion. Depending on the specific application, these rotational movements can serve as drivers for incremental or value encoders, and be displayed on digital screens or controllers. The main advantages of the rope encoder are its versatility, ease of installation, reliable performance in extreme environments, and clear functional principle.

The wire encoder is almost applicable to all industrial fields. Of course, it is mainly used for equipment such as cranes, hoists, drilling machines, excavators, and positioning systems in conveying systems. However, there may also be more applications in areas such as injection molding machines, stamping presses, presses, test benches, stages, and sluices. Outdoor applications are not an issue either; if necessary, the wire encoder can be routed and used in liquids or under high-temperature conditions. When used in conjunction with incremental or value encoders, it becomes an efficient and cost-effective measurement system that fully meets the requirements of the relevant applications. The wire encoder can be combined with different encoders, even allowing for fieldbus usage. Various designs ensure the rated linearity over approximately 5 million cycles of operation.