{"product_id":"nx-ec0132-omron-incremental-encoder-input-unit-nx-series","title":"NX-EC0132 Omron Incremental Encoder Input Unit NX Series","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOmron NX-EC0132\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eNX-EC0132\u003c\/strong\u003e Incremental Encoder Input Unit, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-speed differential position pulse counting within EtherCAT and Sysmac automation platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\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\u003eNX-EC0132\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\u003e130 g max.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard NX-series slice dimensions (12 mm x 100 mm x 71 mm approx.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 55 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax. 1.40 W (NX bus power supply)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine receiver input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounter Signals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhases A, B, and Z\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrewless clamping terminal block (12 terminals x 2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefreshing Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree-Run refreshing, synchronous I\/O refreshing, or task period prioritized refreshing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounting Unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePulses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeterministic Network Integration and Backplane Velocity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unit communicates directly via the NX-series backplane bus, transferring encoder pulse counts to the primary Motion Controller using deterministic EtherCAT network synchronization. Synchronous I\/O refreshing aligns encoder latching directly with the PLC task execution period, minimizing signal jitter during multi-axis motion profiling. Firmware flash compatibility ensures seamless configuration updates via Sysmac Studio without requiring hardware rewiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDIN-Rail Mounting \u0026amp; Terminal Block Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount vertically onto standard 35 mm DIN mounting rail alongside adjacent NX-series I\/O modules until the bus connectors lock into position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect field encoder signals to the push-in screwless clamping terminal block (12 terminals x 2 matrix) using ferrules or solid conductors stripped to 8-10 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShielding \u0026amp; Line Receiver Wiring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWire line receiver signals (Phases A, B, Z) using twisted-pair shielded cables to maintain differential signal noise immunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the cable shield directly to the functional ground terminal on the NX bus support structure to prevent signal degradation from electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimary Order Reference: NX-EC0132\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Package Contents: 1x NX-EC0132 Incremental Encoder Input Unit, 2x 12-terminal screwless terminal blocks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Base Components: Omron NX-series Bus Coupler Unit (EtherCAT \/ EtherNet\/IP) or Sysmac CPU Unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Query Resolution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Which encoder output driver types are supported on the NX-EC0132?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The NX-EC0132 accepts differential line receiver input signals compliant with the RS-422A standard for high-speed pulse acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does synchronous I\/O refreshing benefit motion control processing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Synchronous I\/O refreshing synchronizes pulse counter reading with the EtherCAT network cycle and CPU task period, providing deterministic position feedback for axis positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Are the external inputs configurable for latch functions?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the 3 external inputs can be configured to trigger counter preset, latch, or reset commands in hardware with microsecond response times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is hot-swapping allowed on the NX backplane during active operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Module replacement requires removing power from the NX bus power supply segment to prevent electrical transient damage across backplane contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Omron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47306654056621,"sku":"NX-EC0132","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/nx-ec0132_1.jpg?v=1790393858","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/nx-ec0132-omron-incremental-encoder-input-unit-nx-series","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}