Siko GP03/1 Geared Potentiometer: Potentiometric rotation angle transducers are becoming increasingly important in analog measuring applications requiring high-quality industrial measurement results today due to their excellent cost-benefit ratio.

A Design and functionality of Siko GP03/1 Geared Potentiometer

A geared potentiometer comprises two main components. One is a measuring gear with precision gear wheels. The other is an electric resistor element with a variable resistance value that is adjusted by turning. The gear unit and potentiometer are assembled at the works with minimum backlash. The integrated slip clutch used in multi-coil potentiometers serves to prevent overrunning of the mechanical stops. A geared potentiometer, therefore, emits an ohmic output signal that is proportional to the number of turns.

Features

Solid shaft Ø 4 mm or Ø 6 mm
Adaptation to various measurement distances owing to a wide range of gear ratios
Integrated slip clutch to protect the potentiometer
Compact design
Potentiometer, power or voltage output
IP65 protection class

Applications

Siko incremental rotary encoders are more suitable for endless rotational applications, for example rotation measurement or non-contacting measuring assignments as well as applications involving shocks or vibration.

Specifications

Feature	Technical data	Additional information
Shaft	stainless steel
Housing	reinforced plastic / aluminum
Gear ratio	0.2 … 256
Speed	≤500 rpm	depending on the transmission
Shaft load rating	≤400 N	radial
	≤150 N	axial
Potentiometer service life	1 x 10⁶ revolution(s)