The latest addition to the Allen-Bradley offering is the 842E with Ethernet/IP interface. This new encoder comes standard with dual port Ethernet and M12 connectors and includes an embedded Ethernet/IP switch to connect additional E/IP capable product in series and/or support a Device Level Ring (DLR) for Ethernet media redundancy.

Targeted for high performance and reliability in harsh industrial environments, the 842E Ethernet/IP encoder provides high resolution absolute positioning. Available in single-turn 18 bit resolution and multi-turn 30 bit resolution, this new high-resolution absolute encoder is ideal for automotive, material handling, general factory automation applications.

Features

• EtherNet/IP Interface
• Embedded switch
• Protection class up to IP67
• Device Level Ring (DLR)
• RSLogix 5000 Add-On-Profile

The 842E is ideal for many applications including:
– Packing machines
– Robotics
– Printing machines
– Rotary table positioning