Hengstler ACURO Xproof AX73 encoder

The Hengstler ACURO Xproof AX73 encoder is designed to offer users high reliability as an explosion-proof, absolute position encoder with a Profibus interface.

The AX73 is a robust unit that offers explosion protection and the ability to withstand severe shock, vibration and corrosive environments. The optical scanning system of the AX73 encoder provides a highly accurate, high-resolution sensor signal that is also resistant to the strongest external magnetic fields. Resolution is up to 14 bits single-turn and 12 bits multi-turn.

With its ATEX and IECEx approval, the Hengstler AX73 is certified and approved for international use, thus providing the user a global guarantee of safety and reliability in hazardous areas (IECEX EX d IIC and Ex tb IIIC).

Application examples are wide ranging and include winches, cranes, drill rigs, oil and gas platforms, paint plants, petrochemical facilities, bottling plants, silos, grain mills, etc.