{"product_id":"h8ps-8b-omron-cam-positioner-h8ps-series","title":"H8PS-8B Omron Cam Positioner H8PS Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOmron H8PS-8B\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eH8PS\u003c\/strong\u003e Cam Positioner, operates as a dedicated hardware component for rotary shaft angle processing and output switching within automated machinery control loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Suffix Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eH8PS\u003c\/strong\u003e: Base product family identifier for electronic cam positioner controllers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8\u003c\/strong\u003e: Denotes 8-point discrete NPN transistor output channel capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e: Indicates DIN panel-mount enclosure construction (96 x 96 mm form factor) with integrated backlit LCD screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Performance Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH8PS-8B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOmron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 300 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96 mm x 96 mm x 67.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-10 to 55 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Voltage AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.4-26.4 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 10 VA max.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 DIN (96 x 96 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLCD with backlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsolute Encoder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNPN transistor (8 outputs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Controller Bus Integration and Processing Execution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware decoding circuitry converts absolute encoder angle inputs directly into real-time angle comparisons. Direct signal paths preserve response speeds to prevent signal delay during high-speed shaft rotation. The controller maintains backplane bus communication velocity Licences across connected I\/O networks while guaranteeing firmware flash compatibility for persistent cam pattern storage during complete power loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Component List\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Omron H8PS-8B Cam Positioner Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Panel Mounting Adapter Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Terminal Cover Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Rubber Waterproof Sealing Gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Mounting and Wiring Protocols\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnclosure Cutout and Mounting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare a standard 1\/4 DIN (92 x 92 mm) square cutout on the control cabinet door. Slide the unit through the front opening with the rubber gasket fitted to preserve front panel IP protection ratings, then secure the rear side clamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEncoder Connection and Direction Switch\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWire the dedicated absolute encoder cable to the rear terminals. Set the internal DIP switch to match the mechanical machine rotation: forward (CW) or reverse (CCW) signal decoding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePower Supply and Output Wiring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the 20.4-26.4 VAC power leads to the designated AC input terminals. Wire the 8 NPN open-collector transistor outputs to external PLC inputs or relay coils using shielded twisted-pair cables with proper earth grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow is the encoder rotation direction switched on the hardware level?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn onboard DIP switch toggles the internal counting logic between Clockwise (CW) and Counter-Clockwise (CCW) phase evaluation without requiring physical wiring changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes the H8PS-8B retain its cam angle settings when power is interrupted?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal EEPROM memory holds all configured ON\/OFF angle switch points permanently without requiring back-up battery power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan NPN outputs directly drive inductive relay coils?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NPN transistor outputs can switch inductive loads provided flyback diode suppression is installed across the load coils to absorb voltage spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat happens if the absolute encoder cable is disconnected during operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller detects missing encoder signal pulses, immediately de-energizes all 8 transistor outputs, and displays an encoder error code on the LCD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs hot-swapping the encoder connector permitted while AC power is applied?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisconnecting or reconnecting the encoder while powered risks damaging internal logic circuits and causing false output triggering on connected equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow should the encoder cable shield be terminated to avoid signal noise?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGround the cable shield braid at the positioner Functional Ground (FG) terminal only to prevent ground loop currents from corrupting absolute angle data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat mounting clearance is required for panel-mounted units?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain a minimum of 30 mm vertical and horizontal clearance around the housing to ensure adequate ambient heat dissipation inside the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat voltage range can be applied to the AC supply terminals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe power circuit accepts 20.4 to 26.4 VAC; applying voltages outside this range triggers internal protection circuits or causes improper logic operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Omron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306616504493,"sku":"H8PS-8B","price":205.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/H8PS-8B_1.jpg?v=1790139689","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/h8ps-8b-omron-cam-positioner-h8ps-series","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}