High Precision Rotary Encoder : Discover Netzer's VLX 80

VLX-80

The Netzer VLX-80 Absolute Rotary Encoder delivers up to 23-bit resolution with 0.006 mdeg accuracy, all in an ultra-thin (<10 mm) and lightweight (<34g) design. Built with advanced capacitive sensing technology, it provides contactless, high-reliability performance without mechanical wear—ideal for aerospace, robotics, and precision automation applications.

Designed for seamless integration, the VLX-80 features a hollow, low-inertia structure, optimizing motion system efficiency and dynamic response, looking for cutting-edge rotary feedback in a compact form. The VLX-80 sets a new benchmark in precision engineering.

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Features

Versatile hollow shaft with a wide inner diameter for flexible mounting
Industry-leading precision under 0.006 degrees
Energy-efficient design with low power consumption
Wear-free performance ensured by contactless operation
Ultra-lightweight build to minimize system inertia
extended mean time between failures

Unique Values

Light weigth
Small Size
Wide mounting
Repeatability

Accuracy

±0.010° / 0.006°˚
Resolution

17-23 bit
OD

80 mm
ID

35 mm
Height

9.6 mm
Weight

33 gr

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General

Angular resolution 17-23 bit
Nominal position accuracy ±0.010° / ±0.006°
Repeatability 0.7 mdeg / 2.5 Arcsec
Maximum operational speed 2,000 rpm
Measurement range Single turn, unlimited
Built In Test BIT Optional
Rotation direction Adjustable CW/CCW (Default same direction from bottom side of the encoder

Mechanical

Allowable mounting eccentricity ±0.1 mm
Allowable axial mounting tolerance ±0.1 mm
Rotor inertia 9,625 gr · mm²
Total weight 33 gr
Outer diameter / Inner diameter / Profile 80 / 35 / 9.6 mm
Material (stator / rotor) FR4
Nominal air gap (stator, rotor) 0.6 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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OD
- 25 mm
- 35 mm
- 60 mm
- 80 mm
- 100 mm
- 140 mm
- 170 mm
- 247 mm
Output
- BiSS
- SSi
Resolution
- 17 bit
- 18 bit
- 19 bit
- 20 bit
- 21 bit
- 22 bit
- 23 bit
Bit
- BIT
Shaft-turn Counter
- 4,096
- 8,192
- 16,384
- 32,768
Interconnection
- Horizontal Connector
- Vertical Connector
Rotor Type
- End Shaft - Single Screw Rotor
- Hollow Shaft Encoder
Custom
- Extended Accuracy

Part Number:

VLX

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