Lightweight Encoder : Precise and Accurate Rotary Encoders

VLP-100

The Netzer VLP-100 Absolute Rotary Encoder delivers up to 22-bit resolution with 0.006 Degree accuracy in an ultra-thin (<9 mm) and lightweight (<40g) package. Utilizing advanced capacitive sensing technology, it ensures contactless, high-reliability performance, eliminating mechanical wear for long-term precision.

Engineered for aerospace, robotics, and high-precision automation, the VLP-100 features a hollow, low-inertia design, reducing system mass and improving dynamic response. Need high-resolution rotary feedback in a compact, high-performance form? The VLP-100 is the ultimate solution.

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Features

High precision with superior repeatability
Contactless capacitive sensing for zero wear
Hollow shaft design with optimized mounting tolerance
Low profile and compact form factor
Resilient to EMI, RFI, and magnetic fields
Durable under extreme temperature variations

Unique Values

High precision
Wide mounting
Contact less
Hollow Shaft

OD

100 mm
ID

48 mm
Height

7 mm
Weight

42 gr
Resolution

17-22 bit
Accuracy

±0.006˚

Technical Data

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General

Angular resolution 17-22 bit
Nominal position accuracy ±0.006°
Repeatability 0.7 mdeg / 2.5 Arcsec
Maximum operational speed 4,000 rpm
Measurement range Single Turn Absolute with optional shaft turn counter
Build In Test BIT Optional
Rotation direction Adjustable CW/CCW (Default same direction from bottom side of the encoder)

Mechanical

Allowable mounting eccentricity ±0.2 mm
Allowable axial mounting tolerance ±0.2 mm
Rotor inertia 17,928 gr · mm²
Total weight 42 gr
Outer Ø /Inner Ø / Height 100 / 48 / 7 mm
Material (stator / rotor) FR4
Nominal air gap (stator, rotor) 1 mm

Electrical

Supply voltage 5V ±5%
Current consumption ~90 mA
Interconnection Cable (standard 250mm)
Communication SSi / BiSS-C
Output code Binary
Serial output Differential RS-422
Clock frequency 0.1 - 5.0 MHz
Position update rate 35 kHz (Optional - up to 375 kHz)

Environmental

EMC IEC 6100-6-2, IEC 6100-6-4
Operating temperature range -40°C to +105°C
Storage temperature -55°C to +125°C
Relative humidity 98% Non condensing
Shock endurance / functional 100g 6msec saw-tooth per IEC 60068-2-27:2009 40g 11msec saw-tooth per MIL-810G
Vibration functional 7.7grms @ 20 to 2000 Hz per MIL-810G Category 24
Protection IP 40

Lightweight Encoder using absolute rotary encoder technology

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OD
- 13.5 mm (ID - )
- 25 mm (ID - 2.2 mm)
- 35 mm (ID - 11 mm)
- 60 mm (ID - 25 mm)
- 80 mm (ID - 35 mm)
- 100 mm (ID - 48 mm)
- 140 mm (ID - 90 mm)
- 170 mm (ID - 110 mm)
- 247 mm (ID - 171 mm)
Communication
- BiSS
- SSi
Resolution
- 14 bit
- 15 bit
- 17 bit
- 18 bit
- 19 bit
- 20 bit
- 21 bit
- 22 bit
- 23 bit
BIT
- Disabled
- Enabled
Shaft-turn Counter
- 2,048
- 4,096
- 8,192
- 16,384
- 32,768
- None
Cable Type
- Jacket and shielded cable
- Shielded cable
- Wires only
- ESA Space Cable
Cable Length
- 250 mm Flying leads - 30AWG
- 500 mm Flying leads - 30AWG
- 750 mm Flying leads - 30AWG
- 1000 mm Flying leads - 30AWG
- 250 mm Flying leads - 28AWG
- 500 mm Flying leads - 28AWG
- 750 mm Flying leads - 28AWG
- 1000 mm Flying leads - 28AWG
Rotor Type
- Hollow Shaft Encoder
- End Shaft - Single Screw- VL35
- End Shaft - Single Screw VL25
- Shaft with Insert
Coating
- Standard Conformal
- Parylene