AS37-H39B Series
39-Bit Battery Backup Multi-Turn Absolute Encoder
Data Sheet
Introduction
The AS37-H39B series encoder is a high-resolution optical
absolute encoder produced by Broadcom®, which offers 23-bit
single-turn and 16-bit multi-turn counts, hence a combined
39-bit high resolution. The AS37-H39B series encoder is a
house encoder consisting of a patterned disk, a light source,
and photosensitive elements to translate the mechanical
motion into electrical signal.
The AS37-H39B series encoder has a built-in communication
protocol that is supported by a full-duplex or half-duplex line
transmissions drive, offering good noise immunity for more
robust transmission of data up to 10 Mb/s in harsh industrial
application. Because the product is intended for industrial
application, ESD protection circuitry has been designed in to
achieve Class 3 ESD immunity per IEC -61000-4-2 standard. The
AS37-H39B series is also compliant with IP40 per IEC 60529
standard.
to ensure minimum current consumption during battery mode
operation. Therefore, no miscounts occur even in the absence
of external power supply.
Features
Benefits
The key advantage of the AS37-H39B series is multi-turn
tracking employs battery backup technology. It is gearless
multi-turn counting that eliminates the gear wear-out or
acoustics noise issue that is encountered in conventional
geared multi-turn encoder.
Operating Theory
Structures-wise, the encoder contains two main functional
blocks: the single-turn optical engine block and the battery
backup multi-turn counter block. The single-turn engine
comprises the Broadcom developed high-performance optical
detector ASIC, which is accompanied by high-precision
amplifiers circuitry, coupled with a special multi-track code disk
that rotates between the LED emitter and detector IC.
On the multi-turn side, the multi-turn counting is enabled
utilizing battery backup counter technology. During battery
mode (encoder operates in main power OFF state), the battery
backup circuitry periodically powers up the LED emitter and
enables the photo sensor to scan the code disk multi-turn
tracks for detection of shaft rotation. In order to prolong the
battery life, extra effort has been put in the design of the ASIC
39-bit resolution: 16-bit battery backup multi-turn and
23-bit optical single-turn
Built-in communication protocol (option): BiSS C mode, SSI
mode and RS-485 half-duplex
Overall encoder outer diameter Ø37 mm and typical
mounting height 28 mm
Supporting standard hollow taper shaft, short hollow
taper shaft and ¼ inch, 6-mm and 8-mm diameter of the
hollow blind shaft options.
High resolution with higher measurement accuracy and
better speed ripple control.
Immediate position detection upon power up without the
need of system homing.
Hollow taper shaft design for China Servo motor market.
Short hollow taper shaft option for low height application.
Small OD and low height for ease of integration to small
size motor.
Applications
Robotics
Factory automation
CNC machine tool
NOTE
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Broadcom encoders are not recommended
for use in safety critical applications, e.g., ABS
braking systems, power steering, life support
systems, and critical care medical equipment.
Contact a sales representative if more
clarification is needed.
AS37-H39B Series
Data Sheet
Product Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Parameter
Conditions
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
Without load, Tamb = 25°C
—
115
—
mA
Supply Voltage
—
4.5
5
5.5
V
Electrically Permissible Speed
—
—
—
6,000
min–1
Normal mode
—
—
8.0 x 104
rad/s2
Battery mode
—
—
4.0 x 104
—
—
3.6
4.5
V
Tamb = 25°C
—
95
—
μA
Current Consumption
Electrically Permissible Acceleration
External Battery Supply Voltage
Battery Mode Current Consumption
Note:
Normal mode: Encoder operates on encoder main power supply.
Battery mode: Encoder operates in "OFF" State, while multi-turn data is tracked by battery circuitry
Mechanical Specifications
Parameter
Conditions
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
With electrical correction,
Tamb = 25°C
—
±80
—
Arc-sec
Mechanical Permissible Speed
—
—
—
6,000
min–1
Shaft Radial Play
—
—
—
±0.05
mm
Shaft Axial Play
—
—
—
±0.1
mm
Starting Torque
Tamb = 25°C
—
—
9.8 x 10–3
N.m
Conditions
Min.
Typ.
Max.
Unit
Storage Temperature
—
–20
—
105
°C
Operating Temperature
—
–20
—
105
°C
Tamb = 40˚C
—
90
—
RH%
System Accuracy
Environmental Specifications
Parameter
Relative Air Humidity (Non-Condensing)
Protection
—
—
IP40
—
Vibration
Per IEC 60068-2-6
—
—
10G; 10~2000 Hz
Shock
Per IEC 60068-2-27
—
—
6ms; Half Sine;
200G
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Encoder Specifications
Parameter
Remarks
Resolution
Single-turn 23-bit (8388607 counts) and Multi-turn 16-bit (65535 counts).
Counting Direction
Increase with Counter Clockwise (CCW) shaft rotation, view from coupling end (Figure 1).
Initialization Time
500 ms.
Figure 1 Shaft Rotation
NOTE
Exposure to absolute maximum rating conditions for extended periods might affect reliability.
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Interface Diagram
The following are examples of the circuit diagram of full-duplex and half-duplex transceiver.
Full-Duplex Transceiver (BiSS C Mode/SSI Mode Protocol)
Figure 2 Circuit Diagram of Full-Duplex Transceiver
Encoder
Controller
5V
1
Vcc (5V)
Vcc
2
GND
GND
3
3.6V
5V
0.1uF
GND
R
A
B
Battery
4
5V
BATPWR
5V
1.2k
5
*120
6
0.1uF
GND
D
Y
MA+ / SCL+
Z
MA- / SCL-
1.2k
Y
GND
GND
GND
7
D
SLO+ / DOUT+
8
9
Z
R
B
SLO- / DOUT-
10 Shield
wires
GND
A
*120
Shield
wires
FG
Transceivers (P/N: SN65LBC179Q)
FG
GND
Transceivers(P/N: SN65LBC179Q)
Half-Duplex Transceiver (RS-485 Half-Duplex Protocol)
Figure 3 Circuit Diagram of Half-Duplex Transceiver
Encoder
Controller
5V
5V
R
A/Y
/RE
B/Z
DE
GND
3
3.6V
4
1.2k
*220
5
D
0.1uF
GND
Battery
5V
BATPWR
DATA+
1.2k
*220
DATAShield
wire
GND
5V
GND
GND
6
1.2k
DI
Vcc
2
5V
0.1uF
RO
1
Vcc (5V)
A/Y
DE
B/Z
/RE
1.2k
Shield
wire
GND
DI
D
R
RO
FG
GND
Transceivers (P/N: ISL8485E)
GND
FG
Transceivers (P/N: ISL8485E)
* Termination resistor, 120Ω and 220Ω are recommended but may depend on the characteristic impedance of cable used.
NOTE
Connect encoder chassis and cable shield to frame ground (FG) in application for enhanced noise immunity in
harsh operating conditions.
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Connector Output Assignment
AS37-H39B-Bxxx (BiSS-C)
(Output: 10-Pin Connector)
Pin
AS37-H39B-Sxxx (SSI)
(Output: 10-Pin Connector)
AS37-H39B-Kxxx (RS-485 Half-Duplex)
(Output: 7-Pin Connector)
1
Vcc, Encoder Supply
Vcc, Encoder Supply
Vcc, Encoder Supply
2
GND, Ground
GND, Ground
GND, Ground
3
GND (External Battery)
GND (External Battery)
GND (External Battery)
4
BATPWR (External Battery)
BATPWR (External Battery)
BATPWR (External Battery)
5
MA+
SCL+
DATA+
6
MA–
SCL–
DATA–
7
SLO+
DOUT+
Cable Shield, Connect to Chassis
8
SLO–
DOUT–
N/A
9
Cable Shield, Connect to Chassis
Cable Shield, Connect to Chassis
N/A
10
Cable Shield, Connect to Chassis
Cable Shield, Connect to Chassis
N/A
Figure 4 7- Pin Connector Pin Assignment
Figure 5 10-Pin Connector Pin Assignment
1st pin
NOTE
1st pin
Recommended mating connector:
Hirose Part No: DF13-7S-1.25C for 7-pin connector and DF13-10S-1.25C for 10-pin connector (CL No.536-0006-8).
Hirose (Terminal Pin for Wire 26~30AWG): DF13-2630SCF (CL No.536-0300-5).
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Mechanical Outline
Standard Hollow Taper Shaft Option (Φ9 to Φ7.5 mm; 1:10)
Recommended Shaft and Mounting Requirement
Notes:
Dimensions are in millimeters.
3rd angle projection.
Unless otherwise specified, all tolerances are within ±0.5 mm.
Recommended to have a recess on motor mounting surface to prevent encoder shaft interference with motor base.
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Short Hollow Taper Shaft Option (Φ9 to Φ7.65 mm; 1:10)
Recommended Shaft and Mounting Requirement
Notes:
Dimensions are in millimeters.
3rd angle projection.
Unless otherwise specified, all tolerances are within ±0.5 mm.
Recommended to have a recess on motor mounting surface to prevent encoder shaft interference with motor base.
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Hollow Blind Shaft Option (Φ8 mm)
Recommended Shaft and Mounting Requirement
Notes:
Dimensions are in millimeters.
3rd angle projection.
Unless otherwise specified, all tolerances are within ±0.5 mm.
Recommended to have a recess on motor mounting surface to prevent encoder shaft interference with motor base.
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Ordering Information
NOTE
Refer to the factory for sample order and lead time.
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AS37-H39B-DS100 – March 31, 2017