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Capacitive linear encoder

KappaSense FREEe

Capacitive absolute linear encoder with a passive 3 g read head and no moving cables; several heads can share one scale.

Key specifications

Linear speed (max)6 m/s
Accuracy+/-5 um
InterfaceBiSS-C, SSI (contact for availability)
Resolution0.5
Repeatability+/-1 um
Stroke280 / 800
Temp-40 to +85 C

Series ranges as published; individual models vary. The full datasheet, drawings and CAD models are available on request.

Options

  • absolute or incremental
  • multiple read heads per scale

Typical applications

Multi-carriage single-axis systems

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Other capacitive linear encoder series

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