AAA633W1

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December 12, 2025
Category Connection: Elevator Spare Parts
Brief: In this video, we take a focused look at the specifications and what they mean in practice for the Hengstler AAA633W1 absolute rotary encoder. You'll see how its 4096 CPR resolution and SSI interface deliver reliable position feedback, and we'll demonstrate its rugged IP65-rated construction designed for harsh industrial environments like packaging, robotics, and conveyor systems.
Related Product Features:
  • Maintains exact shaft position data even after power loss or emergency stops, eliminating the need for re-homing.
  • Provides true 12-bit single-turn resolution with 4096 counts per revolution for precise position feedback.
  • Utilizes a noise-immune Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) for reliable data transmission in industrial settings.
  • Features a rugged IP65-rated aluminium housing that is dust-tight and protected against water jets.
  • Operates reliably across a wide temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C for freezer or foundry applications.
  • Designed with a standard 10-pin M23 connector and 24 VDC supply for easy integration into existing control systems.
  • Built to withstand harsh conditions, including tolerance to shaft run-out of up to ±1 mm.
  • Backed by CE and UL certifications and includes a 2-year replacement warranty for reduced downtime.
Faqs:
  • What is the main advantage of using an absolute encoder like the AAA633W1?
    The main advantage is that it retains the exact shaft position even after a power failure or emergency stop, so your PLC does not need to perform a re-homing procedure, saving time and reducing machine downtime.
  • How does the SSI interface benefit industrial applications?
    The Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) provides a noise-immune digital signal, ensuring reliable and accurate data transmission in electrically noisy industrial environments, which is critical for maintaining system integrity in applications like robotics and conveyor lines.
  • What environmental conditions can the AAA633W1 encoder withstand?
    It is built with an IP65 protection rating, making it dust-tight and resistant to water jets, and it operates across a wide temperature range from -40 °C to +85 °C, suitable for extreme environments such as freezers or foundries.
  • Is the encoder compatible with major PLC systems?
    Yes, with its standard 10-pin M23 connector and typical 24 VDC supply, it is plug-and-play and can be integrated into systems from Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Schneider without requiring any software changes.