BCGOS38B Incremental Rotary Encoder Ø38mm Ø6mm Solid Shaft

What makes the BCGOS38B incremental rotary encoder different?

The BCGOS38B features a compact 38mm housing with flexible configuration options. Unlike larger encoder models, its compact design helps save installation space. It also offers magnetic or photoelectric sensing, Ø6mm or Ø8mm solid shafts, and side or rear cable outlets for different industrial applications.

What are the main specifications of the BCGOS38B?

The BCGOS38B features a 38mm housing diameter and solid shaft design. The standard shaft diameter is Ø6mm, with Ø8mm available as an option. It supports magnetic or photoelectric operating principles, side or rear cable outlets with metal protection, multiple resolutions, and different output configurations.

Is the BCGOS38B a magnetic or photoelectric encoder?

Both options are available. The O code represents magnetic sensing, while the L code represents photoelectric sensing. Customers can select the operating principle according to their application requirements and control system.

What shaft options are available?

The BCGOS38B uses a solid shaft design. The standard shaft diameter is Ø6mm, while Ø8mm is available as an optional configuration. Please confirm the shaft diameter and mechanical connection requirements before ordering.

What cable outlet options does the BCGOS38B offer?

The BCGOS38B provides two cable outlet configurations: B — Side Outlet with Metal Protection and D — Rear Outlet with Metal Protection. These options allow customers to select a suitable cable direction according to the encoder mounting position and available installation space.

What resolution options are available?

The available resolutions include 10, 20, 50, 60, 100, 200, 360, 400, 500, 600, 800, 1000, 1024, 1200, 2000, 2048, 2500, 3000, 3600, and 5000 PPR. Other resolution requirements can also be discussed. Select the appropriate PPR according to your speed measurement, positioning accuracy, and controller requirements.

What output forms does the BCGOS38B support?

The BCGOS38B supports multiple output configurations: M — Analog Output, C — Open Collector Output, F — Complementary Output, T — Push-Pull Output, L — 5V Drive Output, and A — 24V Drive Output. Select the appropriate output form according to your controller's electrical interface and operating requirements.

What output signals can I choose?

Available signal configurations include Phase A, Phase AB, Phase ABZ, A/A̅ and B/B̅ differential signals, and A/A̅, B/B̅ and Z/Z̅ differential signals. Analog output options include 4–20mA, 0–5V, and 0–10V. The signal type must be matched with the corresponding output configuration.

Can the BCGOS38B provide both pulse and analog outputs?

Yes. The BCGOS38B offers incremental pulse output configurations as well as analog output options. Pulse signals include A, AB, and ABZ configurations, while analog options include 4–20mA, 0–5V, and 0–10V. Please confirm the required output form and signal combination when placing an order.

What is the standard cable length?

The standard cable length is 2 meters. Custom cable lengths are available upon request. Please specify your required cable length when requesting a quotation or placing an order.

Is the BCGOS38B suitable for compact industrial equipment?

Yes. Its 38mm compact housing and solid shaft design make it suitable for equipment where installation space and mechanical connection are important considerations. Typical applications include processing machinery, woodworking machinery, packaging machinery, and general industrial equipment.

Can the BCGOS38B replace a 40mm rotary encoder?

The BCGOS38B has a 38mm housing diameter, while a 40mm encoder has a different nominal housing size. They should not be considered direct replacements without checking mechanical dimensions, mounting positions, shaft diameter, electrical connections, resolution, and output signals. BOCHEN can help evaluate compatibility based on your existing encoder model or technical drawing.

Can BOCHEN provide samples for testing?

Yes. Samples can be discussed for customers who need to evaluate mechanical installation, electrical connections, signal output, and equipment compatibility before bulk purchasing. Please contact our sales team with your required specifications.

Does BOCHEN support OEM/ODM and customized orders?

Yes. BOCHEN supports OEM/ODM projects, specification customization, and factory-direct supply. Customers can select the sensing principle, shaft diameter, cable outlet direction, resolution, output form, output signal, and cable length according to their application requirements.

Can I place a small-batch order?

Yes. BOCHEN supports small-batch orders and bulk production. Order quantities and lead times depend on the selected configuration and production requirements. Contact our team to discuss your project.

Which countries does BOCHEN serve?

BOCHEN supplies industrial components to customers in 150+ countries worldwide, serving distributors, OEMs, equipment manufacturers, and industrial automation customers.

What information should I provide when requesting a quotation?

Please provide your existing encoder model, sensing principle, shaft diameter, cable outlet direction, required resolution (PPR), output form, output signal, cable length, and order quantity. A datasheet, product photo, or equipment drawing can also help our engineers recommend a suitable configuration.

How can I get a factory-direct quotation?

Send your technical specifications, existing encoder model, or application requirements to BOCHEN. Our sales engineers will review your requirements and help identify a suitable BCGOS38B encoder solution.

Looking for a compact 38mm incremental rotary encoder?

Choose BOCHEN BCGOS38B — compact 38mm design, flexible shaft and outlet options, multiple resolutions, and versatile output configurations.

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