SICK AFM60A-S4NB018x12 1059039 PROFINET Multiturn Absolute Encoder

SICK AFM60A-S4NB018x12 is a PROFINET multiturn absolute encoder. 18‑bit singleturn resolution (262,144 steps per revolution) and 12‑bit multiturn resolution (4,096 revolutions). 30‑bit total resolution. Aluminium housing, solid shaft, face mount flange. IP65/IP67 protection. PROFINET interface with three M12 axial connectors.

Applications:

• Servo motor positioning in automated manufacturing

• Crane and hoist load positioning

• CNC machine tool spindle feedback

• Packaging and labeling machinery

• Conveyor system position tracking

Core Specifications:

• Resolution singleturn: 262,144 steps/revolution (18 bit)

• Resolution multiturn: 4,096 revolutions (12 bit)

• Supply voltage: 10 … 30 V DC

• Communication interface: PROFINET

• Shaft diameter: 10 mm

• Shaft length: 19 mm

• Mechanical version: Solid shaft, face mount flange

• Connection type: 3 × M12 4‑pin axial connector

• Enclosure rating: IP65, IP67

• Housing material: Aluminium

• Shaft material: Stainless steel

Advanced Specifications:

• Data transfer rate: 10 / 100 Mbit/s

• Transmission medium: CAT5e cable

• Cycle time: ≤ 1 ms

• Max. rotational speed: 9,000 min⁻¹

• Start‑up torque: 0.5 Ncm at +20 °C

• Operating torque: 0.3 Ncm at +20 °C

• Moment of inertia: 6.2 gcm²

• Radial load capacity: 80 N

• Axial load capacity: 40 N

• Bearing service life: 3 × 10⁹ revolutions

• Angular acceleration: ≤ 500,000 rad/s²

• Diagnostic data: min./max. temperature, maximum speed, operating hours counter

• Ambient operating temperature: –40 °C … +85 °C

• Storage temperature: –40 °C … +100 °C (without packaging)

• Relative humidity: 90 %, no condensation

• Shock resistance: 100 g, 6 ms (EN 60068‑2‑27)

• Vibration resistance: 30 g, 10 Hz … 2,000 Hz (EN 60068‑2‑6)

• Power consumption: ≤ 3 W (no‑load)

• Reverse polarity protection: ✔

• Electrical safety: Overvoltage protection per EN 61000‑6‑2, EN 61000‑6‑3

• MTTFd: 80 years (EN ISO 13849‑1)

Advanced Functions:

• Integrated diagnostics: temperature, operating time, speed monitoring

• Configurable parameters: steps per revolution, preset value, counting direction, speed measurement units

• Round axis function for binary and non‑binary resolutions

• Status display via 5 LEDs

• PROFINET‑IO‑RT interface with cyclic data exchange

• Device Level Ring (DLR) support for network redundancy

System Integration:

• Belongs to the SICK AFS/AFM60 Ethernet series.

• Requires a PROFINET‑capable PLC or controller.

• Mounts via face mount flange using four holes.

• Pre‑configured function blocks for PROFINET are available from SICK.

• Detailed mechanical and electrical installation instructions available in the product manual.

Standards & Compliance:
Refer to manufacturer official documentation for certification details. IP65/IP67, CE, RoHS.

Related Products:

• AFS60A – Singleturn encoder variant (18 bits, no multiturn)

• AFM60A‑S1IB018x12 – Solid shaft, servo flange, 6 mm shaft

• BEF‑KH‑S4 – Mounting accessory for face mount flange

• PGT‑10‑Pro – Hand‑held programming device for SICK encoders