Omron E6B2-CWZ6C 10P/R 2M Incremental Rotary Encoder

USD 63.71

10 PPR incremental rotary encoder. 40mm body, 6mm solid shaft, NPN output, and 2m cable. Rugged 5-24V DC sensor for basic rotational speed and stall detection in packaging machinery.

SKU Omron-E6B2-CWZ6C 10P/R 2M Category
Industrial Automation > Sensors > Rotary Encoders

Omron E6B2-CWZ6C 10P/R 2M Incremental Rotary Encoder

Model Identifier E6B2-CWZ6C 10P/R 2M
Official Part Number E6B2-CWZ6C 10P/R 2M
GTIN Standard 4547648295734

Technical Overview

The Omron E6B2-CWZ6C 10P/R 2M is a general-purpose incremental rotary encoder engineered for reliable speed, position, and direction feedback in industrial automation systems. Housed in a compact 40-mm diameter footprint, it generates 10 pulses per revolution (P/R) via an NPN open-collector output. It features A, B, and Z phase outputs, with the Z phase equipped with an origin-indicating function for precise homing adjustments. Designed with industrial durability in mind, the solid shaft handles robust radial loads up to 29.4 N (3 kgf) and thrust loads up to 19.6 N (2 kgf), while permitting maximum operating speeds of 6,000 RPM. The device comes pre-wired with a 2-meter cable and incorporates internal load short-circuit and reversed power connection protection for highly dependable factory-floor operation.

Key Features

  • Incrementalsolid-shaftrotaryencoderwith10pulsesperrevolution(P/R)[1.2]
  • Compact 40-mm external diameter housing suitable for space-constrained installations
  • NPN open-collector output delivering A, B, and Z phases
  • Phase Z origin-indicating function for simplified zeroing and homing
  • Wide 5 to 24 VDC operating voltage range for flexible control panel integration
  • High-speed tracking capability supporting up to 6,000 revolutions per minute (RPM)
  • Robust mechanical design supporting 29.4 N radial and 19.6 N thrust shaft loading
  • Integrated protection circuits against load short-circuits and reversed power connections
  • Pre-wired with a 2-meter cable for immediate installation

Operates on a versatile 5 to 24 VDC supply voltage (-5% to +15%) with a maximum current consumption of 80 mA, featuring built-in reverse polarity and short-circuit protection.

Technical Specification Matrix

ParameterValue
Encoder TypeIncremental Rotary
External Diameter40 mm
Resolution10 P/R (Pulses/Revolution)
Output ConfigurationNPN Open-Collector
Output PhasesA, B, Z
Power Supply Voltage5 to 24 VDC (-5% to +15%)
Current Consumption80 mA max.
Output Capacity30 VDC max., 35 mA max.
Maximum Operating Speed6,000 RPM
Shaft Loading (Radial)29.4 N (3 kgf)
Shaft Loading (Thrust)19.6 N (2 kgf)
Starting Torque0.98 mN·m max.
Moment of Inertia1 x 10^-6 kg·m² max.
Degree of ProtectionIP50
Operating Temperature-10°C to 70°C (with no icing)
Connection MethodPre-wired, 2-meter cable

Industrial Applications

1. Low-Resolution Conveyor Speed Monitoring

Deployed on bulk material handling conveyors to monitor rotation speed and detect belt slip. The 10 P/R resolution provides a manageable low-frequency pulse rate ideal for older PLCs or basic counter modules, while the NPN output interfaces seamlessly with standard 24V inputs.

Problem Solved

Prevents material pileups by reliably detecting mechanical jams, belt slippage, or motor failure on industrial conveyor lines without overloading the input frequency limits of entry-level logic controllers.

Conveyor Belt SlipSpeed Monitoring10 P/RNPN Open Collector24VDC PLC Input

2. Rotary Airlock Valve Feedback

Integrated into the rotating shafts of rotary airlock valves in pneumatic conveying and dust collection systems to confirm proper continuous rotation. The robust shaft bearing design handles up to 29.4 N of radial load, allowing it to endure the vibrations of bulk processing.

Problem Solved

Monitors the rotary valve operation to rapidly detect stalled rotations, preventing severe clogging and subsequent downtime in hoppers and silo discharge systems.

Rotary AirlockShaft Loading 29.4 NIncremental PulseIP50 HousingSilo Monitoring

3. Basic Cut-to-Length Packaging Indexing

Utilized in corrugated box or fundamental packaging lines where materials are mechanically fed via traction rollers. The integrated Z-phase origin-indicating function simplifies homing for the mechanical cutting blade, while the encoder easily handles rapid material feeds up to 6,000 RPM.

Problem Solved

Enables cost-effective and dependable synchronization between fast-moving material feed rollers and the cutting/stamping mechanisms for consistent product sizing where ultra-high precision is unnecessary.

Cut-to-LengthZ-Phase Homing6000 RPM MaxPackaging MachineryPulse Output
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