Heavy Duty
HEAVy DuTy ENCODERS & RESOLVERS GuIDE
DyNAPAR 2010
Dynapar has been designing and manufacturing tough, reliable encoders for over 5 decades. Leading
Dynapar’s Heavy Duty line up is the NorthStarTM brand of heavy duty Magnetic and Optical encoders.
The NorthStar line of MAGNETO-RESISTIVE (MR) encoders uses state-of-the-art “direct read” sensing
technology to precisely track machine speed for optimum control. It is resistant to common mill contaminants
such as water, oil, grease, dirt, and designed to operate in hostile environments where shock and vibration
are the norm. This provides the customer with reliable digital output for the life of the encoder and is why it
is the most requested Magneto-resistive encoder today. It is also the standard by which other MR encoder
manufactures strive to match.
NorthStar SLIMTach and RIMTach encoders have proven themselves in tough steel and paper mill applications
and other hostile environments where downtime is not an option. These tough tachs are offered in C-face
bearingless, hollow shaft with oversized bearings, and foot-mounted configurations.
The new NorthStar line of OPTICAL encoders incorporates patented phased array opto-ASIC technology
that is setting the standard for future tough and reliable optical designs. This technology, along with other
innovations from NorthStar, drastically improves the reliability of optical encoders. It is the reason major oil & gas
companies specify NorthStar HD Optical Encoders for their demanding applications in extreme temperatures
and hazardous environments.
The product is also well suited for use in other demanding applications as heavy rail traction drives, wind
turbines, and severe wash down processing equipment. These applications benefit from
• High resolution unbreakable code discs
• Phased array ASIC that eliminates potentiometers and manufacturing error
• Seals and housings that provide IP67 rating
• ATEX certification for Intrinsically Safe application requirements
• Oversized bearings for increased life
• PCB designs for high shock and vibration resistance
• Industrial grade components rated for -40 to 100+ C
Regardless of the NorthStar encoder used, you can rely on Dynapar for reliable feedback in tough
environments. NorthStar encoders are made right here in the USA using the advanced cellular manufacturing
concept, ensuring Just-In-Time delivery to meet your needs.
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