Robust heavy-duty pull-line encoder, range up to 50 m
The HGL Tension Sensor offers a wide measurement range, with a length of 30 meters. The HGL Tension Sensor series is adaptable for various measurement paths, thanks to its flexible roller, even in obstacle-filled areas. Moreover, the encoder products in this series have a sturdy housing, equipped with dustproof brushes, ensuring a long service life in harsh environments with high dust, impact, and vibration.
Overview
Measurement Length: 0~30m
Modular measurement system, equipped with various interfaces and measurement lengths
The system is exceptionally sturdy (with integrated dust brush)
High-quality winding devices and wire boxes
High shell protection rating
High impact and vibration resistance properties
High resolution
Utilize external attachments to expand performance
Applied
Applicable Fields
Positioning of Storage and Retrieval Systems
Cranes with grab buckets and positioning of control transport cars
Automated Guided Vehicle System
Hoist
Lift Platform
Stamping
Performance
| Measurement Range | 0 ~30m |
| Encoder | Multi-turn encoder |
| Resolution (Pull Box + Encoder) | 15 A/D |
| Repetitive Accuracy | ≤ 0.01%FS |
| Linearity | ≤ ± 0.05%FA |
| Lag | ≤ 3 mm |
1) The displayed value has been rounded.
2) For the BTF08 PROFINET, calculation example: 200 mm (length of pull cord per revolution – see mechanical parameters): 262144 (steps per revolution) = 0.001 mm (combined resolution of pull cord + encoder).
3) Numbers relate to the wireway box.
Interface
| Analog Signal | Current: 0/4~20 mA, Voltage: 0~5/10 V |
| Digital Signal | CANopen, SSI, PROFINET, EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP™, DeviceNet™, PROFIBUS DP, Incremental |
| Programmable | ✔ |
Electrical Parameters
| Connection Type | Aviation plug connectors / straight cable |
| Supply Voltage | 5 V DC~33 V DC |
| Operating Current | ≤ 80 mA (no load) |
| MTTFd: Mean Time to Failure - Dangerous | 600 years (EN ISO 13849-1) 1) |
1) This product is a standard item, not a safety component manufactured to mechanical specifications. The calculations are based on the component's rated load, an average ambient temperature of 40°C, and a usage frequency of 8,760 hours per year. All electronic failures are considered hazardous. For detailed information, refer to document number 8015532.
Mechanical Parameters
| Weight | 8.6 kg |
| Wire rope material | High-flexibility V4A 1.4401 stainless steel wire rope |
| Outer Diameter (Wire Rope) | 1.2mm |
| Cable box shell material | Aluminum (anodized coating treatment) |
| Spring Resilience | 10.0N |
| Flange Diameter | 58mm |
| Length per loop of the rope | 512 mm |
| Wiring box service life | Typ. 1,000,000 cycles 2) 3) |
| Actual rope length | 31m |
| Tension rope acceleration | 12 m/s² |
| Adjust speed | 6 m/s |
| Encoder Compatible | Unrestricted |
1) The value was measured at an ambient temperature of 25 °C. The value may be biased when the temperature changes.
2) The average depends on the load type.
3) The service life depends on the type of load. Factors include: environmental conditions, installation, the measurement range used, speed, and acceleration.
Environmental Parameters
| Electromagnetic Compatibility | In compliance with EN 61000-6-2 and EN 61000-6-4 standards |
| Enclosure Protection Class | IP64 |
| Operating Temperature Range | –20 °C~+80 °C |
