Agilent HEDR-542x Miniature
Reflective Optical Encoder
Product Brief
Introduction
Agilent’s optical encoders are
used in a variety of motion
control applications to provide
position, velocity and direction
sensing.
About the Products
The HEDR-542x is an easy-to-
mount, high-performance,
reliable, two-channel encoder.
The HEDR-542x offers a resolu-
tion of 200 counts per revolution,
featuring typically less than
15 electrical degrees pulse width
error (PWE) and less than 30 elec-
trical degrees for combined phase
and state width error.
The HEDR-542x is ideal for
equipment using small and
miniaturized motors, operating
within the 0oC to +85oC tempera-
ture range, and operating from a
5-volt supply.
Product Mechanism
HEDR-542x encoders translate the
rotary motion of a shaft into a
two-channel digital quadrature
output. The light emitted from a
LED is focused onto a reflective
codewheel. As the shaft moves, the
codewheel rotates, reflecting light
from an alternating bright and
dark pattern. The transitions are
detected by a photodetector IC.
Features and Benefits
PWE <15 degrees
SWE <30 degrees
Accurate system control
Small footprint
Saves space on PCB; can be
used in small motor system
where space is a constraint
Cost effective solution
Value added at low cost
Several mounting options are
available
Press fit, set screw and mount-
ing ears to suit design and size of
motors
Easy assembly
Shortens assembly time
Typical Applications
Vending machines
Volumetric dispenser
Card readers
(automated teller machines)
Robotics
Security camera controls
Paper feed control
(office automation)
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Data subject to change.
Copyright © 2002 Agilent Technologies, Inc.
Obsoletes 5988-4974EN
January 9, 2002
5988-5388EN
Agilent Miniaturized Reflective Optical Kit Encoder Product Selection
Part Number Resolution Shaft Size Connector Hub
HEDR-5420-ES201 200 CPR 0.08" (2 mm) Axial Set screw with mounting ears
HEDR-5420-ES202 200 CPR 0.12" (3 mm) Axial Set screw with mounting ears
HEDR-5420-ES203 200 CPR 0.13" (3.30 mm) Axial Set screw with mounting ears
HEDR-5420-ES211 200 CPR 0.16" (4 mm) Axial Set screw with mounting ears
HEDR-5420-ES214 200 CPR 0.20" (5 mm) Axial Set screw with mounting ears
HEDR-5421-EP111 200 CPR 0.16" (4 mm) Right Angle Press fit without mounting ears
Figure 1. Encoder Used in a Vending Machine.
(drawing not to scale)
Figure 2. Encoder Used in a Banking Autoteller Machine.
(drawing not to scale)
Figure 3. Encoder Used in a Volumetric Dispenser Machine.
(drawing not to scale)
Schematics of Typical Applications of HEDR-542x
CANS
DOOR
MOTOR
HEDR-542x
MOVING PART
WITH SENSOR
BALL SCREW
MOTOR ROLLER
HEDR-542x
CARD
ROLLER
BELT
CARD READER
BELT
LEAD SCREW
GEARED MOTOR
HEDR-542x
SYRINGE