The PosiTrack absolute linear encoder system from Pepperl+Fuchs provides fraction-of-a-millimeter position feedback to a wide range of industrial and commercial applications.
Overhead monorails, conveyors, cranes, automated storage and retrieval systems…even elevators and theater stage lighting systems can raise their performance to new levels with the PosiTrack positioning system.
Safety Guaranteed: safeWCS/PUS
For safety applications, Pepperl+Fuchs combines the advantages of the proven WCS positioning system with a safe evaluation unit. The system consisting of the safe evaluation unit (Position Unit Safe, PUS) and two safeWCS/PUS read heads enables safe position and speed detection up to SIL 3 and PL e. The evaluation unit acts as a safe gateway to the fieldbus: It processes the redundant signals from the safeWCS/PUS read heads, creates a safe position value, and derives a safe speed value from it. In addition to the safe and non-safe data, it also transmits diagnostic data. The system supports the common safety protocol Fail Safe over EtherCAT® (FSoE) in order to transmit the acquired data from the sensor to a safe control system.
Portfolio
The U-shaped WCS read heads are particularly robust. They provide noncontact photoelectric scanning of the code rail. Even in difficult environmental conditions, the WCS read heads reliably determine position values. There are various options available to perfectly meet your needs. For safety applications, choose two safeWCS/PUS read heads that are combined with a safe evaluation unit (PUS).
To integrate the WCS into higher-level systems via standardized interfaces, Pepperl+Fuchs offers a broad portfolio of interface modules. Up to four read heads can be connected to one interface module simultaneously. Choose the right version for your application from various interfaces. For safety applications, you can choose the safe evaluation unit (PUS) combined with two safeWCS/PUS read heads.
Rugged and flexible code rails are required for read heads to work over a defined distance. Our dirt-resistant code rails are suitable for curved tracks, inclines, etc. In addition, Pepperl+Fuchs offers mounting bracket systems for the installation of code rails, aluminum profile systems for especially long distances, and a guide trolley that keeps the reader on track even in high-vibration applications.
Pepperl+Fuchs also offers a range of suitable accessories for the WCS positioning system. The portfolio includes shielded twisted-pair cables that are suitable for drag chains, WCS read head and guide trolley spare parts, as well as protective housings for retrofitting read heads.
Highlights
- Reliable and precise absolute position detection with the sophisticated position encoding system
- Precise position detection even on curved tracks, inclines, declines, lane changes, and gradients
- Flexible integration due to compatibility with all common control systems
- Reliable monitoring of safety-relevant applications through output of safe position and speed via Fail Safe over EtherCAT® (FSoE)
- IP69 protective housing for use in extreme outdoor applications in shipping ports and electroplating plants
- Simple setup and error indication: clearly visible LED status indicators and options with an integrated display
The WCS position encoding system has been on the market since 1989 and now offers new mounting options such as the WCS Outdoor and WCS Extended ...
Pepperl+Fuchs Inc.
1600 Enterprise Parkway
Twinsburg, OH 44087
United States of America
sales@us.pepperl-fuchs.com
+1 330 425-3555
Pepperl+Fuchs is a leading developer and manufacturer of electronic sensors and components for the global automation market. Continuous innovation, enduring quality, and steady growth have been the foundation of our success for more than 70 years. Pepperl+Fuchs employs 6,300 people worldwide and has manufacturing facilities in Germany, USA, Singapore, Hungary, Indonesia and Vietnam, most of them ISO 9001 certified. Pepperl+Fuchs does not sell personal data.