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LINEAR POSITION FEEDBACK · IP54 STANDARD

RS485 Modbus RTUDraw-wire Displacement Sensor

Cable-extension mechanism paired with an incremental encoder for relative travel and speed.

RS485 MODBUS RTUSelect pulse resolution and measuring range.
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01
FIRST

Pulse resolution

Choose the pulses per revolution required by the controller.

02
THEN

Measuring range

Select cable travel in metres; allow installation and overtravel margin.

ENGINEERING MATCH
Sensor family
BRT38
Housing size
50 × 50 × 72 mm
Winding wheel
Ø100 mm
Pull force
4 N
Maximum speed
1 m/s
Protection
IP54 standard
Supply voltage
Output-dependent standard voltage · other voltages customizable
2D/3D family: 0.5 / 1 m family
SELECTED CONFIGURATIONRS485 MODBUS RTU / 1,000P-R / 1M / IP54 STANDARDFinal housing, usable travel, cable outlet and controlled drawing are confirmed during engineering review.
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ENGINEERING OVERVIEW

Configured feedback,
ready for integration.

FOSAI matches the selected housing, measurement range and signal requirements with the correct model code, controlled drawing and technical documentation.

01Resolution firstPulse resolution matched to the controller
02Travel selected0.5–10 m plus 12–15 m 2D option
03Housing matchedMechanical family follows the selected travel
04ConfirmedUsable range, outlet and drawing before quotation

ENGINEERING DATA

Engineering specification

Protocol, protection and mechanical range are separated so the customer can see exactly what changes. Final cable exit, pinout and controlled drawing are confirmed before ordering.

Measurement principleSpring-retracted draw-wire linear displacement
Verified measuring range0.5 / 0.65 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 m, plus a shared 12–15 m 2D option
LinearityUp to ±0.1% of full scale
RepeatabilityUp to ±0.01% of full scale
Maximum speed1 m/s
Wire ropeØ0.8 mm coated stainless-steel rope
Mechanical lifeUp to 5 million cycles
Protection optionsIP54 / IP68 / explosion-proof
Resolution1,000 / 2,000 PPR standard options
OutputsNPN, PNP, push-pull or line driver
ChannelsA/B/Z pulse output

APPLICATION FIT

Where this product fits—and what still needs review.

CONFIRM BEFORE REPLACEMENT

Compatibility is not established by the product name alone

  • Complete model suffix and controller behavior
  • Supply, signal, protocol, scaling and pinout
  • Shaft or range, flange, connector and installation envelope
  • Protection, certification and controlled drawing requirements

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS

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