Mercury TM 2000 Smart Encoder Systems Next Generation Ruggedized Design Replaces Mercury 2100 Programmable Interpolation in Integer Steps to 0.078μm Reflective Linear and Rotary Encoder Systems New design for more robust performance Resolution Linear: 5μm to 0.078μm Rotary: 6,600 to 4.2M CPR Accuracy Linear: ± 1μm available ± 3μm to ± 5μm standard Rotary: Up to ± 2.1 arc-sec Output A-quad-B and Index Pulse Sensor the size of a dime The New Mercury 2000 encoder represents the next level of encoder performance. With programmable interpolation, smallest sensor size, easiest alignment, and superior noise immunity, the M2000 delivers Best-in-Class performance. Imagine what you can do with this! The new Mercury 2000 can reduce the cost and size of your system, and improve its performance all at once! MicroE Systems’ Mercury 2000 kit encoders are smaller, higher performance, faster to install, and easier to set up and align than any other encoder. The tiny sensor fits into very tight spaces and works in both linear and rotary applications. New features • New metal enclosure for SmartPrecision™ electronics Best-in-Class noise immunity for harsh environments Shorter length for smaller, tighter cabinets Frame mounting compatible for easy installation Robust metal housing with easy access locking screws • Double shielded long life cable • CE compliant Standard features • Smallest sensor- 1/3 the size of other encoders • Revolutionary bolt-in alignment for many applications • Advanced SmartPrecision electronics built into shielded D-sub connector • A-quad-B output with programmable interpolation in integer steps for resolutions to 0.078µm (linear); 4.2M CPR (rotary) • LED set up indicators for sensor alignment and index location • Bi-directional index signal is repeatable to encoder resolution Table of Contents System & Sensor pg 1-5 SmartPrecision Electronics pg 6-7 SmartPrecision Software pg 8 Scales pg 9 Ordering Information pg 10 Optional features • Glass scale length or diameter Linear lengths from 5mm to 2m Rotary diameters from 12mm to 108mm • Cable length of 0.5m, 1m, 2m, or custom • SmartPrecision Software System Configurations Standard and Optional Equipment M2000 Smart Encoder Systems Standard Equipment Encoder Sensor Same for linear and rotary scales. M10 Sensor Cable The standard cable is double shielded and available in lengths of 0.5m, 1m or 2m. SmartPrecision™ Electronics Module New Metal Enclosure Provides Best-in-Class Noise Immunity A 15 pin high density D-sub connector mates to the customer controller. RS 232 Interface Adapter M2000 Optional Equipment The adapter provides connections to a PC, the encoder system and the controller. SmartPrecision™ Software The software module enables all programmable and diagnostic features plus displays encoder output and signal strength. See page 8 for details. Page 2 of 10 Broader Alignment Tolerances, Increased Standoff Clearance, Smallest Sensor and More Why Mercury Encoders Make It Easier To Design High Performance Into Your Equipment Theta Z Alignment Tolerance ± 0.5° ± 2° Mercury Brand Y ± 0.006° Brand X Eliminate the Frustration of Touchy Encoder Alignment Mercury Solves this Problem for Good 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. 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 Standoff Clearance 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. 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 10 System Specifications Resolution and Maximum Speed Mercury 2000 systems have programmable interpolation from x4 to x256 in integer steps. Below is a table of sample values. Linear - 20μm grating pitch Interpolation Resolution Maximum Speed* x4 x10 x20 x50 x80 x100 x200 x250 5.000µm/count 2.000µm/count 1.000µm/count 0.400µm/count 0.250µm/count 0.200µm/count 0.100µm/count 0.080µm/count 7200mm/s 7200mm/s 7200mm/s 7200mm/s 7200mm/s 5760mm/s 2880mm/s 2300mm/s To calculate desired linear interpolation multiplier, use the following equation Interpolation Multiplier = Grating Pitch (20µm) / Desired Resolution (µm/count) Rotary - 20μm grating pitch Rotary Glass Scale Diameter Fundamental Resolution 0.472” [12.00mm] 1650 CPR 0.750” [19.05mm] Interpolation Note: The range of available values is x4 to x256 in integer steps; example values below. interpolated resolution (CPR) interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)** interpolated resolution (µrad/count)** maximum speed* (RPM) x4 6,600 196.4 952 13090 x100 165,000 7.85 38.0 10470 x256 422,400 3.08 14.85 4090 interpolated resolution (CPR) interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)** interpolated resolution (µrad/count)** maximum speed* (RPM) x4 10,000 129.6 628.3 8640 x100 250,000 5.18 25.1 6912 x256 640,000 2.03 9.8 2700 x4 interpolated resolution (CPR) 16,384 interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count) ** 79.1 interpolated resolution (µrad/count)** 383.5 maximum speed* (RPM) 5273 x100 409,600 3.16 15.3 4219 x256 1,048,576 1.24 6.0 1648 interpolated resolution (CPR) interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)** interpolated resolution (µrad/count)** maximum speed* (RPM) x4 32,768 39.6 191.7 2637 x100 819,200 1.58 7.7 2109 x256 2,097,152 0.618 3.0 824 interpolated resolution (CPR) interpolated resolution (arc-sec/count)** interpolated resolution (µrad/count)** maximum speed* (RPM) x4 65,536 19.7 95.9 1318 x100 1,638,400 0.791 3.83 1054 x256 4,194,304 0.309 1.5 412 2500 CPR 1.250” [31.75mm] 4096 CPR 2.250” [57.15mm] 8192 CPR 4.250” [107.95mm] 16384 CPR *Maximum speed produces an encoder quadrature output of up to 28.8 million states per second. ** 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. To calculate desired rotary interpolation multiplier, use the following equation Interpolation Multiplier = Desired Resolution (CPR) / Fundamental Scale Resolution (CPR) 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 10 System Specifications System Grating Period 20µm Signal Period 20µm System Resolution 5µm - 0.078µm in integer interpolation steps (factory set or user programmed using MicroE SmartPrecision Software) Linear accuracy* Interpolation accuracy: Better than ± 0.12µm over any 20µm movement Long-travel accuracy: ±1µm accuracy available - consult MicroE Better than ± 3µm for scales up to 130mm Better than ±5µm for scales 155mm to 1m Better than ±5µm per meter for scales 1m or more *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. 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 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% @ 330mA (30mA for sensor) 0 to 70°C -20 to 70°C 10 - 90% RH non-condensing CE Compliant 1500G 0.5 ms half sine (Sensor) 5.0g (Sensor without cable) Double shield. Maximum length 2m. Diameter: 3.6mm (0.142”) Flex Life: 20 x 106 cycles @ 20mm bending radius Mechanical Information - Sensor .272 6.91 .166 4.22 A A SENSOR SURFACE SENSOR MTGMTG. SURFACE 19.7 [500] or 39.4 [1000] or 78.7 [2000] ±.50 [12.7] .13 3.4 .058 1.47 .037 0.94 B .142 [3.61] CABLE DIAMETER .083 2.11 .810 20.57 .405 10.29 .155 3.94 .24 6.2 .334 8.5 .500 12.70 All Specifications are subject to change. All data is accurate to the best of our knowledge. MicroE Systems is not responsible for errors. 2X .106 2.69 THRU. .345 8.75 .080 2.03 .650 16.5 C Page 5 of 10 TM SmartPrecision Electronics Module The Mercury 2000 encoder system includes a SmartPrecision electronics module. This compact, fully-featured signal processing system performs the following functions: • Interpolation - up to 256X with 28.8 million quadrature states / sec. • Programmable interpolation level and output bandwidth • Accuracy optimization - sensor signals are automatically optimized to improve system accuracy and maximize repeatability • Signal strength indication - red / yellow / green LEDs assist during setup and provide diagnostics at a glance • Index centering - centers the bi-directional index output pulse for repeatability to +/-1LSB • Power-indicating LED • Computer interface - for programming and data acquisition using SmartPrecision software • Superior EMI / RFI immunity - CE compliant • Mounting options - all electronics are within the EMI-shielded connector housing and can be screwed directly into a mating connector that is bulkhead mounted, or the module may be mounted to the frame of your motion system and connected using an extension cable SmartPrecision module enclosure provides “Best-in-Class” noise immunity for high noise environments. Programmable Interpolation The electronics module has programmable interpolation that is selectable over the range x4 to x256 in integer steps, providing output resolutions that can be matched to your application requirements. This feature provides linear resolutions from 5µm to 0.078µm in convenient increments (e.g. x200 interpolation = 0.1µm) and rotary resolutions from 6,600 CPR to 4.2M CPR. Specify the interpolation value at the time of ordering or select the interpolation at your site using SmartPrecision Software. Programmable Maximum Output Frequency For encoder applications combining high resolution and high speed, the SmartPrecision electronics module supports up to 28.8 million quadrature state changes per second**. By specifying the maximum output frequency to match your controller's capability - ranging from 900,000 up to 28.8 million quadrature state changes per second - the Mercury encoder system will never produce encoder counts faster than your controller can read them. Specify the encoder’s maximum output frequency at the time of ordering or select the setting at your site using MicroE's SmartPrecision Software. * The electronics module’s serial computer programming interface can be translated to be RS-232 compatible using the MicroE SmartPrecision Computer Interface Adapter or a voltage translation circuit of your own design. Mercury 2000 Outputs: 15-pin high density Male D-sub connector PIN FUNCTION 1 Reserved - do not connect 2 Serial programming interface -transmit* 3 Serial programming interface -receive* 4 A - quadrature 5 A + quadrature 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Reserved - do not connect Reserved - do not connect Reserved - do not connect B- quadrature B+ quadrature Reserved - do not connect +5V Ground I+ index I- index ** “Quadrature state changes per second" is the reciprocal of "dwell time" or "edge separation". For example, 28.8 million states per second = 0.035µsec dwell time. *** Future availability, contact MicroE. 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 10 Mechanical Information - electronics module 2.11 [53.5] 2.03 [51.5] 1.89 [48.0] .75 [19.1] 2 2 2.18 [55.4] 1.50 [38.1] Ø.13 [Ø3.3] PIN 5 PIN 1 .85 [21.5] .46 [11.6] .10 [2.4] PIN 15 PIN PIN 10 11 Male D connector Maximum Quadrature Output Frequency Output Frequency 7.2MHz 3.6MHz 1.8MHz 900kHz 450kHz 225kHz A-quad-B Output Rate 28.8M quadrature states / sec 14.4M quadrature states / sec 7.2M quadrature states / sec 3.6M quadrature states / sec 1.8M quadrature states / sec 900k quadrature states / sec Dwell Time (or edge separation) 0.035µsec 0.069µsec 0.139µsec 0.278µsec 0.555µsec 1.111µsec Output Signals Signal Termination for A-Quad-B and Index Quadrature TTL Pins 4 & 5 A Pins 9 & 10 B 120 Ω Cable Zo=120Ω Pins 14 & 15* I Mercury 2000 encoder Customer Electronics *Note: The index pulse may be aligned with A- or B- at some interpolation values. 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 10 SmartPrecision Software for Mercury 2000 and 3000 Encoder Systems SmartPrecision Software makes Mercury the industry’s easiest to use encoder. It helps you program, set up, use, and diagnose Mercury 2000 and 3000 encoders with the click of a mouse. Compatible with Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, and XP. Program Mercury Encoder Electronics • Set interpolation in integer steps from x4 to x256 (Mercury 2000) or x4 to x1024 (Mercury 3000) • Set maximum output frequency to match your controller Install Mercury Encoder System • Align sensor using Signal Level display and Encoder Signal data plot • Locate index and see when sensor is over the scale’s index mark • Verify sensor output over length of scale using the Signal Strength plot Monitor Mercury Encoder Operation • Read encoder position in engineering units of your choice • Read the encoder's hour meter to monitor system usage • Capture alarms while system operates unattended Diagnose Mercury Encoder Performance • Capture signal data and email it to MicroE for rapid diagnostic support • Monitor alarms, view the alarm history log System Description The encoder signal plot, or Lissajous plot, reveals the underlying strength and uniformity of the sensor’s output. How to Order SmartPrecision Software To Purchase the SmartPrecision Software system, use this Model Number: SSWA120 for 120 VAC, 60Hz US Standard 2-prong plug or SSWA220 for 220 VAC, 50 Hz European Std. 2-prong plug The SmartPrecision Software system includes Software on CD, a computer interface adapter, computer cable, and a power adapter. All Specifications are subject to change. All data is accurate to the best of our knowledge. MicroE Systems is not responsible for errors. Page 8 of 10 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 9 of 10 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 R3213 0.472 [12.00] 0.750 [19.05] 1.250 [31.75] 0.250 [6.35] 0.375 [9.52] 0.500 [12.70] 0.413 [10.50] 0.627 [15.92] 1.027 [26.08] 0.1253 [3.18] 0.1253 [3.183] 0.2503 [6.358] 0.040 [1.02] 0.040 [1.02] 0.050 [1.27] 1650 2500 4096 R5725 R10851 2.250 [57.15] 4.250 [107.95] 1.000 [25.40] 2.000 [50.80] 2.053 [52.15] 4.106 [104.30] 0.5003 [12.708] 1.0003 [25.408] 0.060 [1.52] 0.080 [2.03] 8192 16384 Custom scales available How to Order Mercury 2000 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): M2000-M10-256-1-L55-C1 Example (Rotary Encoder): M2000-M10-256-1-R1910-HA M2000 - Cable Length - Interpolation M05 = 0.5 m M10 = 1.0 m M20 = 2.0 m 4 = 4x 5 = 5x 256 = 256x How to Order SmartPrecision Software SmartPrecision Software SSWA120 for 120 VAC, 60Hz US Standard 2-prong plug - Maximum Output Frequency 1 = 7.2 MHz 2 = 3.6 MHz 3 = 1.8 MHz 4 = 900 kHz 5 = 450 kHz 6 = 225 kHz Scale Model Lxxx or Rxxxx - Scale Mounting 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 or SSWA220 for 220 VAC, 50 Hz European Std. 2-prong plug * 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. DS-M2000 Rev G © 2008 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 10 of 10