Mercury TM 1500 Digital Output Encoder Systems Factory Set Resolution to 0.50μm Reflective Linear and Rotary Encoders Resolution Factory Set: x4, x8, x20, or x40 Linear: 5μm, 2.5μm, 1.0μm, or 0.50μm Rotary: 6,600 to 655,000 CPR Available with standard 15 pin D-sub connector or Micro connector Accuracy Sensor the size of a dime Linear: ± 1μm available ± 3μm to ± 5μm standard Rotary: Up to ± 2.1 arc-sec Output A-quad-B and Digital Index Window The Mercury 1500 encoder system includes the sensor, double shielded cable, your choice of connector, and either a linear or rotary glass scale. Mercury’s space-saving, integrated configuration gives OEM system designers a breakthrough in performance. Imagine what you can do with this! Reduce the cost and size of your system, and increase its performance all at once. MicroE Systems’ Mercury 1500 kit encoders are available in two styles. The M1500S, an RS-422 compliant 15 pin standard D-sub connector and the M1500H, an RS-422 compatible 5x2 micro-connector for tight spaces. Simply stated, the M1500 is smaller, higher performance, faster to install, and easier to use than any other encoder. The tiny sensor fits into very tight spaces, has broad alignment tolerances for fast and easy setup and works in both linear and rotary applications. The entire Mercury 1500S encoder is EMI shielded for use in the toughest environments. With standard digital A-quad-B output, select the Mercury 1500 encoder with the resolution required by your application. Standard features • Small sensor with ultra-low Z height; flush screw mounting • Sensor is 8.4mm (H) x 12.7mm (W) x 20.6mm (L) and weighs 1.6g • Available with 15 pin standard D connector or micro-connector • A-quad-B output and Index window • Factory set interpolation x4, x8, x20, x40 for resolutions of 5µm to 0.50µm (linear); 6,600 CPR to 655,000 CPR (rotary) • Entire system is EMI shielded • Bi-directional index signal • Index mark at the center or end of the glass scale (linear) • Alignment Tool enables fast set up (see pg 2) Table of Contents System & Sensor pg . 2-6 Scales pg. 7-8 Ordering Information pg. 9 Optional Features & Accessories • SmartPrecision Alignment Tool • Glass scale length or diameter: Linear lengths from 5mm to 2m Rotary diameters from 12mm to 108mm • Cable length of 1m, 2m, 5m or custom • SmartPrecision Software for set up System Configurations Standard and Optional Equipment M1500H Encoder System Standard Equipment M1500S Encoder System Standard Equipment Encoder Sensor Same for linear and rotary scales. Controller Interface Cable M1500S M1500H RS-422 compliant 15 pin standard D-sub connector RS-422 compatible 5 x 2 header Micro-connector SmartPrecision™ Alignment Tool - SSAT 1500 Provides fast set up; the built-in LED indicators make alignment fast and easy, eliminating the need for an oscilloscope. The RS232 Interface Adapter provides power to the encoder and connections to a PC. This is included with the Alignment Tool. Optional Software SmartPrecision™ Software Optional software lets you view signal strength, Lissajous plots, position data and diagnostics. Page 2 of 9 Broader Alignment Tolerances, Increased Standoff Clearance, Smallest Sensor and More Why Mercury Encoders Make It Easier To Design High Performance Into Your Equipment Eliminate the Frustration of Touchy Encoder Alignment Mercury Solves this Problem for Good Theta Z Alignment Tolerance ± 0.5° ± 2° Mercury Brand Y ± 0.006° Fussy alignment is no longer a concern. With Mercury’s patented PurePrecision™ optics, advanced SmartPrecision™ electronics and LED alignment indicators, you can push the sensor against your reference surface, tighten the screws and you’re finished. Try that with brand X or Y. Brand X This performance is possible thanks to relaxed alignment tolerances, particularly in the theta Z axis. Mercury offers a ± 2° sweet spot– that’s a 300% improvement over the best competitive encoder. And that will result in dramatic savings in manufacturing costs. No other commercially available encoder is easier to align, easier to use, or easier to integrate into your designs. Alignment Tolerance Comparison** Mercury* ± 0.15mm ± 0.20mm for linear ± 0.10mm for rotary >_ 19mm dia. ± 1.0° ± 2.0° ± 2.0° Z Standoff Y theta X theta Y theta Z Brand X ± 0.1mm ± 0.1mm Brand Y ± 0.1mm unspecified Mercury vs. Best Competitor Mercury is 50% better Mercury is 100% better unspecified ± 0.1° ± 0.006° ± 1.0° ± 1.0° ± 0.5° Mercury is 100% better Mercury is 300% better *Measured at a constant temperature for one axis at a time with all other axes at their ideal positions. **Based on published specifications Mercury Can Reduce System Size and Cost Mercury’s sensor height is 44% shorter than competitive encoders, making it easy to fit into your design. This reduction can also cut total system weight and cost by allowing the use of smaller motors and stages. Safe system operation is also enhanced thanks to Mercury’s generous standoff clearance– 200% greater than other encoders. And its standoff tolerance is 50% greater than the best alternative. This significantly relaxes mechanical system tolerances, while reducing system costs. Standoff Clearance Mercury 2.4mm* ± 0.15mm Brand Y 0.8mm ± 0.1mm Mechanical Dimension Comparison** Sensor Z height Standoff clearance Standoff tolerance System height Mercury Brand X Brand Y Mercury vs. Best Competitor 8.4mm 23mm 15mm 44% better 2.4mm 0.5mm 0.8mm 200% better ± 0.15mm ± 0.1mm ± 0.1mm 50% better 11.7mm 28.5mm 15.8mm 26% better Brand X 0.5mm ± 0.1mm **Based on published specifications * Dimensions shown illustrate encoder system standoff clearance; see Mercury Encoder Interface Drawings for correct design reference surfaces. Page 3 of 9 System Specifications Resolution and Maximum Speed Mercury 1500 systems have factory set interpolation: x4, x8, x20, x40. Below is the table of available resolutions. Linear - 20μm grating pitch Interpolation Resolution Maximum Speed x4 x8 x20 x40 5.000µm/count 2.500µm/count 1.000µm/count 0.500µm/count 7200mm/s 7200mm/s 7200mm/s 7200mm/s Rotary - 20μm grating pitch Rotary Glass Scale Diameter Fundamental Resolution 0.472” [12.00mm] 1650 CPR 0.750” [19.05mm] 1.250” [31.75mm] 2.250” [57.15mm] Interpolation Below is a table of the available resolutions. interpolated resolution (CPR) interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)* interpolated resolution (µrad/count)* maximum speed (RPM) x4 6,600 196.4 952 13090 x8 13,200 98.2 476 13090 x20 33,000 39.2 190.3 13090 x40 66,000 19.64 95.2 13090 interpolated resolution (CPR) interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)* interpolated resolution (µrad/count)* maximum speed (RPM) x4 10,000 129.6 628 8640 x8 20,000 64.8 314 8640 x20 50,000 25.9 125.6 8640 x40 100,000 12.96 62.8 8640 interpolated resolution (CPR) interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)* interpolated resolution (µrad/count)* maximum speed (RPM) x4 16,384 79.1 383 5273 x8 32,768 39.6 191.7 5273 x20 81,920 15.82 76.6 5273 x40 163,840 7.91 38.3 5273 interpolated resolution (CPR) interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)* interpolated resolution (µrad/count)* maximum speed (RPM) x4 32,768 39.6 191.7 2637 x8 65,536 19.78 95.8 2637 x20 163,840 7.92 38.3 2637 x40 327,680 3.96 19.17 2637 x8 131,072 9.89 47.9 1318 x20 327,680 3.96 19.16 1318 x40 655,360 1.978 9.58 1318 2500 CPR 4096 CPR 8192 CPR 4.250” [107.95mm] 16384 CPR x4 interpolated resolution (CPR) 65,536 interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)* 19.78 interpolated resolution (µrad/count)* 95.8 maximum speed (RPM) 1318 * Resolution values shown are approximate. To calculate exact resolution values, convert from CPR (Counts Per Revolution) to the desired units. Note: Specifications assume XOR function which is available in all standard controllers. All Specifications are subject to change. All data is accurate to the best of our knowledge. MicroE Systems is not responsible for errors. Page 4 of 9 System Specifications System Grating Period 20µm System Resolution 5µm, 2.5µm, 1.00µm, or 0.50µm (linear) Linear Accuracy* Better than ±1µm** available; contact MicroE Better than ±3µm** up to 130mm, ±5µm from 155mm to 1m, ±5µm per meter from 1m to 2m *Maximum peak to peak error over the specified movement when compared to a NIST-traceable laser interferometer standard, used at room temperature and with MicroE interpolation electronics. **Or +/- one quadrature count, whichever error value is greater. Rotary Accuracy* Scale O.D. 12.00mm 19.05mm 31.75mm 57.15mm 107.95mm Microradians** ±100 ±63 ±38 ±19 ±10 Arc-Seconds** ±21 ±13 ±7.8 ±3.9 ±2.1 *Based on ideal scale mounting concentricity **Or +/- one quadrature count, whichever error value is greater. Sensor Size W: L: H: 12.70mm 20.57mm 8.38mm 0.500" 0.810" 0.330" Operating and Electrical Specifications Power Supply Temperature Operating: Storage: Humidity: EMI: Shock: Sensor Weight: Cable: 5VDC ±5% @ 60mA 0 to 70°C -20 to 70°C 10 - 90% RH non-condensing M1500S: Entire system is EMI/RFI protected M1500H: Customer provides shielding at cable termination 1500G 0.5 ms half sine (Sensor) 5.0g (Sensor without cable) Double Shield. Diameter: 3.6mm (0.142”) Flex Life: 20 x 106 cycles @ 20mm bending radius All Specifications are subject to change. All data is accurate to the best of our knowledge. MicroE Systems is not responsible for errors. Page 5 of 9 Mechanical Information Sensor with Standard D-sub Connector Mercury 1500S Outputs 2.05 52.0 19.7 [500] or or 78.7 39.4[2000] [1000] 39.4 [1000] or 196.9 [5000] ± .50 [12.7] or 78.7 [2000] ±.50 [12.7] .142 [3.61] CABLE DIAMETER .272 6.91 .166 4.22 A .62 15.7 SENSOR MTG SURFACE .13 3.4 .058 1.47 15-pin Standard Male D-sub connector PIN FUNCTION 1 Reserved - do not connect 2 Reserved - do not connect 3 Reserved - do not connect 4 A - quadrature 5 A + quadrature 6 Reserved - do not connect 7 Sine+*** 8 Cosine+*** 9 B- quadrature 10 B+ quadrature 11 Reserved - do not connect 12 +5VDC 13 Ground 14 Index Window+ 15 Index Window- .037 0.94 B .810 20.57 .083 2.11 .405 10.29 .155 3.94 PIN 8 PIN 15 PIN 1 PIN 9 *** Analog outputs are for sensor alignment only and are nominally 0.85VPP with 1.7V offset. .24 6.2 .334 8.5 .500 12.70 .345 8.75 2X .106 2.69 THRU. .080 2.03 .650 16.5 C Index Window Pin 14 on M1500S and pin 6 on M1500H 20µm Typical 5VDC Mechanical Information Sensor with Micro-connector .142 [3.61] CABLE DIAMETER Mercury 1500H Outputs .40 [10.2] .32 8.1 Micro-connector (Female 5 x 2 Header) PIN FUNCTION 1 Sine+*** 2 Index Window 3 Cosine+*** 4 Ground 5 A + quadrature** 6 Index Window + 7 A - quadrature** 8 +5VDC 9 B+ quadrature** 10 B- quadrature** HEX SHAPED ALUMINUM SLEEVE (MAX OD .20 [5.1]) .38 9.7 .25 6.4 39.4 19.7[1000] [500] or or 78.7 39.4[2000] [1000]or 196.9 [5000] ± .50 [12.7] or 78.7 [2000] ±.50 [12.7] .272 6.91 .166 4.22 A A SENSOR MTG SURFACE 1.66 [42.2] .13 3.4 .058 1.47 .083 2.11 B .810 20.57 .405 10.29 .155 3.93 .24 6.2 PIN 9 KEYWAY PIN 1 .334 8.5 .500 12.70 2X .106 2.69 THRU. .345 8.75 PIN 10 .080 2.03 .650 16.5 DETAIL A SCALE: 3:1 PIN 2 **Compatible with RS-422 receiver *** Analog outputs are for sensor alignment only and are nominally 0.85VPP with 1.7V offset. Note: See user manual for guidelines on cable strain relief and grounding. C All Specifications are subject to change. All data is accurate to the best of our knowledge. MicroE Systems is not responsible for errors. Page 6 of 9 Scale Specifications Standard and Customized Scales MicroE Systems offers a wide array of chrome on glass scales for the highest accuracy and best thermal stability. Easy to install, standard linear and rotary scales meet most application requirements. Customized linear, rotary, and rotary segment scales are available where needed. All scales include an optical index. Mercury's glass scales save time by eliminating motion system calibrations or linearity corrections required by other encoders, and provide better thermal stability than metal tape scales. Options include: • Standard linear: 18mm - 2m • Standard rotary: 12mm - 107.95mm diameter, with or without hubs • Custom linear*: special lengths, widths, thickness, index mark locations and special low CTE materials • Custom rotary*: special ID's, OD's (up to 304.8mm), index mark outside the main track and special low CTE materials • Mounting of hubs for rotary scales: MicroE Systems can mount and align standard, custom, or customer-supplied hubs • Rotary segments*: any angle range; wide range of radius values *Custom scales or rotary segments are available in OEM quantities. Contact your local MicroE Systems sales office. Standard Short Linear Scales 130mm and Shorter Key: inches[mm] Scale Length 0.036 [0.9] Measured Length is always 5 mm less then total length 0.250 [6.35] Center Index End Index Model Scale Length Measured Length L18 0.709 [18] 0.512 [13] L30 1.181 [30] 0.984 [25] L55 2.165 [55] 1.969 [50] Specifications Accuracy ±3µm standard ±1µm available Material Soda lime glass Typical CTE 8ppm/°C Index Center or End L80 L105 L130 3.150 [80] 4.134 [105] 5.118 [130] 2.953 [75] 3.937 [100] 4.921 [125] Custom scales available Standard Long Linear Scales 155mm and Longer Key: inches[mm] 0.098 [2.5] Scale Length Measured Length is always 5 mm less then total length 0.787 [20.00] Model Scale length Measured length L155 6.102 [155] 5.906 [150] Material Typical CTE Index Center Index End Index L225 8.858 [225] 8.661 [220] L325 12.795 [325] 12.598 [320] Specifications Accuracy L425 16.732 [425] 16.535 [420] L525 20.669 [525] 20.472 [520] ±5 µm <1m ±5 µm/m >1m Soda lime glass 8ppm/°C Center or End L1025 L2025 40.354 [1025] 79.724 [2025] 40.157 [1020] 79.528 [2020] Custom scales available All Specifications are subject to change. All data is accurate to the best of our knowledge. MicroE Systems is not responsible for errors. Page 7 of 9 Standard Rotary Scales HUB THICKNESS SCALE PATTERN SCALE O.D. Specifications Material Typical CTE HUB I.D. MOUNTING HOLES OPTICAL DIAMETER Soda lime glass 8ppm/°C Key: inches[mm] Model No. Scale Outer Diameter Scale Inner Diameter Optical Diameter Hub Inner Diameter +.0005/-0.0000 Hub Thickness Fundamental CPR R1206 R1910 0.472 [12.00] 0.750 [19.05] 0.250 [6.35] 0.375 [9.52] 0.413 [10.50] 0.627 [15.92] 0.1253 [3.18] 0.1253 [3.183] 0.040 [1.02] 0.040 [1.02] 1650 2500 R3213 R5725 R10851 1.250 [31.75] 2.250 [57.15] 4.250 [107.95] 0.500 [12.70] 1.000 [25.40] 2.000 [50.80] 1.027 [26.08] 2.053 [52.15] 4.106 [104.30] 0.2503 [6.358] 0.5003 [12.708] 1.0003 [25.408] 0.050 [1.27] 0.060 [1.52] 0.080 [2.03] 4096 8192 16384 Custom scales available Page 8 of 9 How to Order Mercury 1500 Encoder Systems To specify your Mercury encoder with the desired scale, level of interpolation, maximum output frequency, cable length and software, consult the chart below to create the correct part number for your order. Call MicroE Systems’ Rapid Customer Response team for more information [508] 903-5000. Example (Linear Encoder): M1510-S-8-L55-C1 Example (Rotary Encoder): M1510-S-40-R1910-HA M15XX – Connector Type – Interpolation – Scale Model – Scale Mounting M1510 = 1m cable M1520 = 2m cable M1550 = 5m cable S = Standard 15 pin D-sub H = Microconnector 4 = 4x 8 = 8x 20 = 20x 40 = 40x Lxxx or Rxxxx For linear scales: T = Tape mounting C1 = 3 scale clamps* C2 = 10 scale clamps** Hubs for Rotary Scales: NH = Without Hub HE = for R1206 HA = for R1910 HB = for R3213 HC = for R5725 HD = for R10851 * 3 clamps for linear scales up to 130mm ** 10 clamps for linear scales 155mm or longer All Specifications are subject to change. All data is accurate to the best of our knowledge. MicroE Systems is not responsible for errors. How to Order SmartPrecision Alignment Tool Example: Alignment Tool for Mercury 1500 encoder, 120 VAC = SSAT1500-H-120 SSAT1500 – Connector – Voltage H = micro connector for M1500H S = 15-pin Std. D-sub connector for M1500S 120 = 120 VAC, 60Hz US Std. 2-prong plug 220 = 220 VAC, 50Hz European Std. 2-prong plug How to Order SmartPrecision Software Optional for SSAT1500 Alignment Tool SmartPrecision Software SSWA-AT = SmartPrecision software on CD All Specifications are subject to change. All data is accurate to the best of our knowledge. MicroE Systems is not responsible for errors. DS-M1500 H&S Rev H © 2009 MicroE Systems MicroE Systems – World Headquarters: 125 Middlesex Turnpike • Bedford • MA 01730 www.microesys.com • [email protected] • T. [781]-266-5700 • F. [781]-266-5112 Page 9 of 9