BR018
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The BR018 is a high-performance absolute encoder made from durable brass and features a thread size of 1/8\" NPT. Manufactured by Sanyo Denki as part of their High Accuracy Absolute Encoders series, it operates efficiently under pressures up to 1200 psi. The encoder has a temperature range of -65°F to 250°F.
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Product Description:
The BR018 resistor encoder unit from Sanyo Denki is applied within industrial environments where regenerative braking energy requires a safe and consistent dissipation path. Sanyo Denki excels in the production of high-grade industrial automation equipment.
The BR018 resistor encoder operates as part of a braking system in servo motor configurations. It provides load absorption during deceleration cycles by maintaining voltage levels within the operational boundaries of the connected drive. When motors slow or stop kinetic energy converts to electrical energy and without discharge voltage spikes can occur. The device diverts this surplus into its internal resistor banks and carries a CE marking to ensure proper safety rules and regulations. It is covered in a black RAL coating material to protect its external surface from any kind of harm mounted with hex fasteners at the front and rear. Airflow is managed by a single axial fan located at the intake side which draws air across internal resistor grids and exits through a slotted grille at the terminal end. The cooling configuration stabilizes internal temperatures during prolonged or peak usage.
The BR018 encoder unit’s maximum temperature range goes up to 55 degrees centigrade and can work even with humidity levels up to 95%. On the output side, the terminal strip allows for connection to control lines and power paths. It is passively cooled with support from forced ventilation. It includes ceramic-insulated resistors capable of withstanding thermal loads for short duty cycles. It is fixed using two flanged mounting bases with pre-drilled holes with both vertical and horizontal options. It is not used as a control element but supports system stability during braking by balancing voltage and protecting hardware.
Frequently Asked Questions about BR018:
Q: Does the BR018 require an external controller for operation?
A: No, the BR018 functions independently without signal processing. It passively dissipates energy and does not interface with control logic.
Q: How is the BR018 resistor encoder unit cooled during operation?
A: It uses a forced-air cooling system with an axial fan. Air flows over internal resistor banks to regulate operating temperature.
Q: What installation options are supported by the Sanyo Denki BR018?
A: The BR018 features dual flanged mounting points. It supports both vertical and horizontal cabinet positioning with pre-drilled mounting holes.
Q: Can the BR018 operate continuously under high load?
A: It is built for short-duty cycles. The ceramic-insulated resistors can handle thermal loads temporarily but are not for continuous heavy dissipation.
Q: Is there any feedback functionality in the Sanyo Denki BR018?
A: No feedback or encoder signal is returned from the BR018. It serves purely as a passive load-dumping unit.
