Small Rotary Encoder for Automation Tasks : Reliable and Strong

VLX-100

The Netzer VLX-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. Using advanced capacitive sensing technology, it ensures contactless, high-reliability performance, eliminating mechanical wear for long-term precision.

Designed for aerospace, robotics, and high-precision automation, the VLX-100 features a hollow, low-inertia design, reducing system mass and improving dynamic response. If you need high-resolution rotary feedback in a compact, high-performance form, the VLX-100 is the ultimate solution.

NEW Modular Parameter Selection
Our new modular configuration feature enables the flexible selection of resolution, interface (BiSS-C or SSi), and software turn counting, giving engineers greater freedom to tailor encoder behavior to specific application needs from the earliest design stages.

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Features

Superior repeatability with high-precision feedback
Zero wear operation with contactless capacitive sensing
Enhanced mounting tolerance via hollow shaft design
• Compact, low-profile form factor for seamless integration
Exceptional resistance to EMI, RFI, and magnetic fields
Built to withstand extreme temperature variations

Unique Values

Wide mounting
Scaled Precision
Light weigth
Low Profile

OD

100 mm
ID

48 mm
Height

8.4 mm
Weight

40 gr
Resolution

17-22 bit
Accuracy

±0.010° / 0.006°˚

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General

Angular resolution 17-22 bit
Nominal position accuracy ±0.010° / ±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
Built 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 40 gr
Outer diameter / Inner diameter / Profile 100 / 48 / 8.4 mm
Material (stator / rotor) FR4
Nominal air gap (stator, rotor) 1 mm

Electrical

Supply voltage 5V ± 5%
Current consumption ~90 mA
Interconnection Connector: DF13A-10P -1.25H
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 -40°C to +85°C
Storage temperature -40°C to +85°C
Relative humidity 98% Non condensing
Shock endurance / functional 100g 6msec saw-tooth per IEC 60068-2-27:2009
Vibration endurance 20g @ 10 to 2000 Hz sweep per IEC 60068-2-6
Protection IP 40

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Product line
- VLX | Robotics & Industry | Hollow Shaft
OD
- 25 mm (ID - 2.2 mm)
- 35 mm (ID - 11.5 mm)
- 59.7 mm (ID - 25 mm)
- 80 mm (ID - 35 mm)
- 100 mm (ID - 48 mm)
- 140 mm (ID - 90 mm)
- 170 mm (ID - 110 mm)
- 247.7 mm (ID - 171.4 mm)
Communication
- BiSS
- SSi
Resolution
- 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
Interconnection
- Horizontal Connector
- Vertical Connector
Rotor Type
- Hollow Shaft Encoder
- End Shaft - Single Screw- VL35
- End Shaft - Single Screw VL25
- Shaft with Insert
Extended Accuracy
- Enabled
- Disabled