: AFS/AFM Absolute Encoders Joanna Suresh Product Specialist

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential AFS/AFM60 - What is it? : Name (Date)2 AFS/AFM 60 – Absolute encoder with 60 mm housing AFS60- Absolute Singleturn Encoder (18 bit resolution) AFM60- Absolute Multiturn Encoder (30 bit resolution) An absolute encoder retains position information even on a power loss. This is critical in applications where a machine needs to reorient itself without having to re-zero its settings. For example: Absolute encoder applications: lead/ball screws robotics overhead cranes rack and pinion Application: Monitor angular position on a robotic arm at all times. Solution: Absolute encoder Application: Feedback on conveyor movement (Forward/Reverse direction) Solution: Incremental encoder

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Unique Features Increased durability Large bearing distance has higher axial and shaft loading capability Metal code disc offers resistance to shock and high temperatures Programmability Part number and inventory reduction Providing a flexible solution for customer needs Reduction on installation time (using zero pulse teach) Easy programming ▪ Single tool for singleturn and multiturn absolute versions ▪ No power supply needed High Resolution -18 bits on the AFS60, 30 bits on the AFM60 : Name (Date)3 30 mm

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Product placement - SICK Encoder Offering Encoder Product Offering Incremental Encoder Programmable DRS 21,26,61 DFS Non – programmable DGS DRS LD HD Absolute Encoder Singleturn Programmable AFS Non – programmable ARS Multiturn ATM/AFM Linear and Wire Draw L230 KH53 KH53 Advanced BKS/PKS BTF/PRF DKV60

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Product Selection -> Product placement : Name (Date)5 Is position information needed after a power cycle or after a period of inactivity? How many absolute turns should be measured? Use Incremental Encoders Use Absolute Encoders Singleturn Multiturn Non-programmable Programmable Need bus connectivity AFS ARS AFM SSI ATM + Fieldbus adapter Yes No 1 >1 Non-programmable Programmable PPR Zero pulse width DFS DRS DGS,DKS,DKV,LD, HD PPR Zero pulse width Electrical interface Location of zero pulse

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential6 Target Markets Robotics Assembly machines, AGVs, paint spraying and welding robots Packaging Industry Palletizer, bag forming, filling and sealing machines Labeling machines, folding machines Logistics High bay warehouse, conveyor systems Wood industry Saw mills, lumber mills, pre-fabricated construction Renewable Energy Industry Solar panels in tracking applications Windmills Machine building Machine tools, CNC-machines Ports and Harbors Crane Collision Avoidance System Elevators Car positioning

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Robotics in print/packaging application example Absolute encoders used in positioning system on a pick-and-place robot The encoder monitors the angular position of the arm : Name (Date)7

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Wind Energy System - Detailed Application Information : Name (Date)8 Pitch/Azimuth control on windmill systems Rotor blade adjustment based on data related to position, speed and angle from absolute encoders Measurement of rotor speed

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Customer Benefits/Competitive Advantages : Name (Date)9 Using Conventional encoders Customer challenge Using SICK AFS/AFM encoders 1Frequent replacement of encoders due to bearing failure (due to a < 3mm bearing spacing) Higher costs for replacement and inventory Large bearing gap ensures longer life and accommodates higher axial and shaft loads Benefit : Reduce scrap, save on replacement and inventory costs 2Code disc failure due to excessive vibration or use in harsh environments Higher costs for replacement and inventory Metal disc ensures higher shock/vibration resistance for use in harsh environments Benefit : Reduce scrap, save on replacement and inventory costs 3Use different configuration of encoders for different applications Stock many different encoder configurations based on applications Use one programmable encoder to have a flexible solution for changing needs Benefit : Flexible solution, reduction of part numbers and inventory 30 mm

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Customer Benefits/Competitive Advantages : Name (Date)10 Using Conventional encoders Customer challenge Using SICK AFS/AFM encoders 4Limited counts per revolutions Use interpolation to achieve high resolution The AFM60 offers a 30 bit resolution and the AFS60 offers a 18 bit resolution. Benefit : Increase accuracy and precision on applications 5Different cable out configurations and non field replaceable cables. Scrap encoder if cable is damaged Universal and Field replaceable cable on encoders Benefit : Reduce scrap, save on replacement cost 6After installing the encoder, use zero set option if available, otherwise use a scope to find reference. Increased set up time Zero set/Offset can be programmed prior to installation through the software interface or accessed by an external control wire. Benefit : Reduce set up/installation time

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Overview of Mechanical features 30 mm virtual turning center real turning center 1. Cable – universal (axial or radial) and field replaceable 4. Compact! 2. Robust! 3. Metal Disc

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Competitive Comparison : Name (Date)12 AFS60 -Programmable -Resolutions up to 18 bits -IP 65 on standard models -IP 67 on advanced models -Maximum shaft speed of 9000 rpm -Operating Temperature of 0-100° C -List price $ (EPC Encoder) -Non-programmable -Resolutions up to 12 bits -IP 54 on standard models -IP 66 on advanced models -Maximum shaft speed of 6000 rpm -Operating Temperature of 0-70° C -List price $525

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Competitive Comparison : Name (Date)13 AFM60 -Programmable -No power supply needed -USB based -Simple, 3-step process -Resolutions up to 30 bits -Maximum shaft speed of 9000 rpm -Operating Temperature of 0-100° C -List price of encoder $800, Prog. tool $153 T.5882 (Turck Kubler) -Programmable -Power supply needed -Serial communication based -Complex programming -Resolutions up to 25 bits -Maximum shaft speed of 6000 rpm -Operating Temperature of °C -List price of encoder $934, Prog. tool $236

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Additional Features : Housing -AFS60 ▪ Blind hollow, through hollow and shafted versions available -AFM60 ▪ Only shafted versions available; through hollow and blind hollow version to be released in November 2009 : Setup/Programmability -Simple 3-step process ▪ Plug in ▪ Program ▪ Review : Name (Date)14

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential AFM60 SSI + Incremental output : The combination of absolute and incremental signals from a single encoder saves installation space, maintenance and cabling costs. : Programmability enables reduced inventory, high machine availability and easy setup. (Number of incremental lines is always 1/4 of number of SSI/Gray steps) : Fine and precise positioning due to high resolutions. : A variety of mounting and connectivity options to suit any customer’s application. The dual output enables measurement of absolute position, speed and direction of rotation in different machines and equipment. Multiturn resolution is set to 12 bits AFM60- Steps / revolution Connector M23x12pin, radial = A Electrical interface 4,5 … 32V, SSI, gray = A 4,5 … 32V, SSI, gray = P programmable Hollow shaft 8 mm= B Hollow shaft 3/8”= C Hollow shaft 10 mm = D Hollow shaft 12 mm = E Hollow shaft 1/2”= F Hollow shaft 14 mm = G Hollow shaft 15 mm = H Type Eco = E Basic = B Advanced= A Servoflansch, 6 x 10mm = 1 Klemmflansch, 10 x 19mm = 4 Mechanical interface Trough hollow = T Blind hollow = B Solid = S Shaft 4,5 … 32V, SSI, gray = L Incremental HTL 4,5 … 32V, SSI, gray = T Incremental TTL 4,5 … 32V, SSI, gray = R Incremental programmable

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Sales Tools : Literature -Postcard mailers ▪ Selection tool – easy-to-use tool to help you choose the correct encoder ▪ AFS and AFM Absolute encoders -Selection tool guide –printed and pdf version available. : Price calculator tool for AFS/AFM (Version 1.8) : Functional Encoder Demo Case : Training -SICK U Tour : SICK U Tube Demonstration Video : Name (Date)16

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Encoder Demo Case (Loaner program) : Showcases entire encoder product offering : Includes -DFS/AFM programmability using USB software tool -L230 (linear) and BKS(wire draw) output using SSI display -All relevant literature : Name (Date)17

: SICK, Inc.: Confidential Contact Information : Please visit for more information about the AFS60 and AFM60 Asbolute Encoders. For specific inquiries, please call and contact the following departments: : Inside Sales - for price, availability and general technical questions. : Customer Service - for order status : Industrial Sensors Application Engineering - for application solutions and technical issues : Product Management/ Product Marketing- (Joanna Suresh) for all other inquiries : Name (Date)18

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