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Kollmorgen PRD-0016600D-15

Model Code Breakdown:

  • PRD: Product Series — Multi-Turn Absolute Position Feedback Device
  • 001660016,600 Counts per Revolution (Effective Resolution)
  • D: Multi-Turn Capability (D = Digital Multi-Turn, Up to 4096 Revolutions)
  • 15: Configuration Code (Output Protocol / Electrical Interface)

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Product Type: Multi-Turn Absolute Rotary Position Sensor (Resolver-Based with Digital Output)

Resolution (Single-Turn): 16,600 Counts per Revolution

Angular Resolution (Single-Turn)0.02169° per count (360° / 16,600) = 78.05 arc-seconds per count

Multi-Turn Range: 4096 Revolutions (12-Bit Multi-Turn Counter)

Total Unique Positions: 16,600 × 4,096 = 68,000,000+ Unique Positions (68 Million)

Absolute Position After Power Loss: Yes — Multi-turn position retained via energy-harvesting or battery backup (depends on variant)

Output ProtocolEnDat 2.2 (Primary), BiSS-C (Secondary) — per Configuration 15

Output Data Rate: Up to 16 Mbps (EnDat 2.2)

Update RateUp to 8 kHz (Position Update)

Supply Voltage: 5 VDC ± 5% (Nominal) or 8–30 VDC (per variant 15)

Supply Current: < 150 mA (Typical)

Shaft Type: Hollow Shaft, 10 mm Inner Diameter, Clamping Hub (6 mm Clamp Range)

Shaft MaterialHardened Stainless Steel 17-4 PH

Housing Material: Anodized Aluminum Alloy 6061-T6 (or Stainless Steel 316L for harsh environments)

Housing Diameter: 58 mm (Standard PRD Size)

Overall LengthApprox. 72 mm (with Shaft)

Weight: Approx. 0.18 kg (180 grams)

IP Rating: IP67 (Connected), IP65 (Disconnected)

Operating Temperature-40°C to +85°C

Shock Rating50 g, 11 ms (Half-Sine)

Vibration Rating10 g, 10–2000 Hz (Random)

Electrical Connection: M23 17-Pin Connector (Standard for PRD Series)

Key Features:

  • 16,600 counts/rev single-turn resolution combined with 4096-turn multi-turn range provides 68+ million unique positions — eliminates need for homing after power loss
  • Resolver-based sensing provides inherent robustness to EMI, vibration, and temperature extremes
  • EnDat 2.2 protocol includes diagnostic data (temperature, signal quality, error flags) on the same cable as position data
  • Hollow shaft design enables direct mount over motor shaft with zero additional backlash
  • Operates from -40°C to +85°C — suitable for outdoor, aerospace, and heavy industrial applications

Applicable Industries: Wind Turbine Pitch Control, Heavy Cranes & Hoists, Offshore Drilling, Military/Aerospace Actuators, Mining Equipment, Large Robot Arms

Installation Requirements:

  • Mount over shaft using 10 mm ID clamping hub — tighten to 5 Nm
  • Align to motor shaft within 0.05 mm TIR
  • Cable: Use shielded M23 17-pin cable, minimum 0.5 mm² per conductor
  • Ensure ground connection at drive end only (single-point ground)

Usage Notes:

  • Multi-turn counter retains position through power cycles — no homing required after shutdown
  • Resolver-based design is immune to magnetic interference — preferred over optical encoders in high-EMI environments
  • Do not exceed 30 VDC on supply pins (variant 15 supports 8–30 VDC range)
  • For absolute position retention without battery, verify energy-harvesting variant is ordered (suffix may vary)

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