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  • Material length measuring wheel rotary encoder | 300 PPR | Ø38 mm | Push-Pull | 5–26 V | for length and speed measurement

    Code: ES-GHW38

    High-precision wheel rotary encoder designed for measuring material length, movement speed, and angular position in various industrial and automation systems. This encoder operates based on an optical sensor principle, ensuring stable and accurate pulse generation even in high-speed applications. The wheel-type construction allows direct measurement of moving materials such as cables, textiles, films, paper, or metal strips. With a resolution of 300 pulses per revolution (300 PPR) and a push-pull signal output, the encoder can be easily integrated into PLCs, counters, automation systems, or microcontrollers. 

  • Technical specifications

    Operating principle: Optical sensor
    Purpose: speed and angle measurement
    Housing diameter: 38 mm
    Shaft diameter: 6 mm
    Mounting type: manual mounting
    Construction: wheel-type measuring encoder
    Resolution: 300 PPR (pulses per revolution)
    Output type: Push-Pull
    Output phases: A, B, Z or A, A-, B, B-, Z, Z-
    Supply voltage: 5 – 26 V DC
    Maximum frequency response: 300 kHz
    Load current: 40 – 60 mA
    Function: length and speed measurement

    Functions

    Accurate length measurement – the wheel directly contacts the moving material and generates pulses corresponding precisely to the traveled distance

    Motion direction detection – A and B phases allow detection of movement direction, making the encoder suitable for various automation processes

    Zero reference signal – the Z phase provides a reference pulse used to determine the exact starting position

    Stable signal for automation systems – push-pull output ensures reliable operation with most PLCs, controllers, and industrial counters

    Real-time speed measurement – pulse frequency enables accurate calculation of linear or rotational speed

    Applications

    Industry: cable and wire length measuring systems, packaging lines, textile and paper production, film and plastic production lines, metal strip processing equipment, conveyor transport systems

    Automation and engineering: PLC-controlled length measuring systems, motion control solutions, manufacturing process monitoring, automated measuring stations

    For electricians and technicians: automatic counting systems, speed sensor integration, machine modernization projects

    For technical projects and developers: robotics projects, Arduino or other microcontroller systems, testing and prototype development

    Advantages

    High 300 PPR resolution
    Reliable optical operating principle
    Universal push-pull signal output
    Wide 5–26 V supply voltage range
    High 300 kHz frequency response
    Suitable for length, speed and position measurement
    Compact 38 mm housing
    Easy integration with PLC and automation systems

    Disadvantages

    Requires mechanical contact with the measured material
    Requires a control system (PLC or counter) for pulse processing
    May require additional protection in very dusty or aggressive environments 

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