NorthStar SLIM Tach HS56 Instruction Manual

Magnetoresistive encoder

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Instruction Manual
SLIM Tach
HS56
Magnetoresistive Encoder
Designed for use in
0.625-1.125" (16mm-30mm)
Hollow Shaft Applications
NorthStar Technoogies, Inc.
791-1010-00 Rev.C
5 May 1999

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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual SLIM Tach HS56  Magnetoresistive Encoder Designed for use in 0.625-1.125” (16mm-30mm) Hollow Shaft Applications NorthStar Technoogies, Inc. 791-1010-00 Rev.C 5 May 1999...
  • Page 2 PART WAS SHIPPED OVERNIGHT, NORTHSTAR WILL SHIP IN THE SAME MANNER.) There is a 15% restocking fee on all items returned for credit to NorthStar. This includes all items that are returned for exchange. All replacement parts must be purchased before they are sent out to the customer. If credit needs to be issued it will be issued upon the return of the product if the unit is in good condition.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    N orthStar T echnologies, I nc. r eserves t he r ight t o a dd, i mprove, modify, or withdraw functions, design modifications, or products at any time without notice. NorthStar shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. NorthStar Technologies, Inc. assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements.
  • Page 5: General

    HS56 contains patented magneto-resistive technology. Magnetoresistive technology allows the NorthStar HS56 to be placed in the toughest environments. The unit is resistant to grease, oil, water, and dirt, making the HS56 the most rugged hollow shaft encoder on the market today. Operating voltages for the HS56 are 5-15 volts DC, and the electronics feature short circuit protection, reverse polarity protection, heavy duty line drivers, and EMI noise resistance.
  • Page 6: Specifications

    ® NorthStar SLIM Tach HS56 Instruction Manual 1.3 Specifications Electrical Specifications Resolution 512, 512Z, 1024, 1024Z, 2048 PPR Frequency Response 0 – 120 KHz Pulse Code Incremental, Marker, Quadrature, Complements Output Channels A & B (incremental); Z (marker), A, B Duty Cycle 50 ±...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Inspect shipping container for external damage. All claims for damage (apparent or concealed) or partial loss of shipment must be made in writing to NorthStar within (5) days from receipt of goods. If damage or loss is apparent, please notify the shipping agent immediately.
  • Page 8: Mounting The Hs56 To A Motor With A Fan Shroud

    ® NorthStar SLIM Tach HS56 Instruction Manual 2.2 Mounting the HS56 to a Motor with a Fan Shroud If the motor has only a fan shroud on the opposite drive end of the motor, use the mounting bolts on the end of the anti- rotation arm to mount the HS56 to the fan shroud.
  • Page 9: Electrical Installation

    ® NorthStar SLIM Tach HS56 Instruction Manual 2.3 Electrical Installation Electrical connections are m ade to th e s ensor m odule th rough a s tandard 1 /2 inch N PT liq uid tig ht f lexible c onduit. T he nipple l ength m ay b e ch anged t o ex tend t he outlet box if desired.
  • Page 10: Returning Equipment To Northstar

    If it is necessary to return the unit for repair or replacement, a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number must be obtained from a factory representative before returning the equipment to our service department. When returning an instrument for service, the following information must be provided before NorthStar can attempt any repair. Instrument model and serial number User’s name, company, address, and phone number...
  • Page 11 ® NorthStar SLIM Tach HS56 Instruction Manual 5 May 1999...

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