Incremental encoders

Large hollow shaft

robust, optical A02H (hollow shaft) Push-pull / RS422 / SinCos

The Heavy Duty incremental encoder type A02H boasts a high

degree of ruggedness in a very compact design.
Its special construction makes it perfect for all applications in
very harsh environments.

LETTER OF CONFORMITY NO. 74130

IP
High rotational High protection High shaft load Shock / vibration Magnetic field Optical sensor
speed level capacity resistant proof

Heavy Duty - robust Compact and versatile

• Special shaft connection with interlocked bearings. • Only 49 mm installation depth.
• Balanced stainless steel clamping ring. • With cable connections, M12, M23, Sub-D or MIL connectors.
• Optional isolation inserts available to protect against shaft • With push-pull, RS422 or SinCos interface.
currents.

Order code 8.A02H . X X X X . XXXX

Hollow shaft Type a b c d e

a Flange c Output circuit (with inverted signal) / supply voltage e Pulse rate
1 = without mounting aid 1 = RS422 / 5 V DC 50, 360, 512, 600, 1000, 1024, 1500,
2 = with spring element, short 4 = RS422 / 10 ... 30 V DC 2000, 2048, 2500, 4096, 5000
3 = with spring element, long 5 = Push-pull / 5 ... 30 V DC (e.g. 360 pulses => 0360)
5 = with torque stop, long 3 = Push-pull / 10 ... 30 V DC
8 = SinCos, 1 Vpp / 5 V DC SinCos version only available
6 = with torque stop, short 1) 9 = SinCos, 1 Vpp / 10 ... 30 V DC with pulses ≥ 1024
A = Push-pull (7272 compatible) / 5 ... 30 V DC
b Through hollow shaft Optional on request
C = ø 20 mm [0.79“] D = RS422 / 5 ... 30 V DC 1) - other pulse rates on request
6 = ø 24 mm [0.94“] - Ex 2/22 3)
5 = ø 25 mm [0.98“] d Type of connection
3 = ø 28 mm [1.10“] 1 = radial cable, 1 m [3.28‘] PVC
A = ø 30 mm [1.18“] A = radial cable, special length PVC *)
H = ø 35 mm [1.38“] 2 = radial M23 connector, 12-pin
2 = ø 38 mm [1.50“] E = radial M12 connector, 8-pin
B = ø 40 mm [1.57“] G = Sub-D connector, male contact, 9-pin, double-row 2)
1 = ø 42 mm [1.65“] R = radial M12 connector, 5-pin 4)
4 = ø 1’’
K = MIL connector, 7-pin 1) 4)
D = ø 1/2“ 1) D = MIL connector, 10-pin 1)
E = ø 5/8“ 1) *) Available special lengths (connection type A):
F = ø 3/4“ 1) 2, 3, 5, 8, 10, 15 m [6.56, 9.84, 16.40, 26.25, 32.80, 49.21‘]
G = ø 1 1/8“ 1) order code expansion .XXXX = length in dm
N = ø 1 1/4“ 1) ex.: 8.A02H.111A.2048.0030 (for cable length 3 m)

1) US version.
2) Protection level IP40.
3) For the cable connection type, cable material PUR.
4) Without inversion, cannot be combined with SinCos..

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Incremental encoders

Large hollow shaft

robust, optical A02H (hollow shaft) Push-pull / RS422 / SinCos

Mounting accessory for hollow shaft encoders Dimensions in mm [inch] Order no.

Torque pin, ø 6 mm 8.0010.4700.0003

with fixing thread
for flange with spring element 14 [0.55]

[0.24]
(flange type 2 + 3)

6 [0.24]
9 [0.35] 10 [0.39]

m6
6
SW10
M6
40 [1.57]

Tether arm, flexible 70 mm [2.76“] 8.0010.40S0.0000

100 mm [3.94“] 8.0010.40T0.0000
150 mm [5.91“] 8.0010.40U0.0000

9,8 0,39 9,8 0,39 2 0,1 2 0,1

18 0,71

18 0,71
1 1
5 0,2 5 0,2
2 2
25,7 1,01

25,7 1,01
29,7 1,17

29,7 1,17
6 0,24

6 0,24

L1 L1 19 0,75 19 0,75
L2 L2

1 Socket screw M2.5 x 6 [0.24] Tether arm L1 L2

2 Lock washer 70 mm [2.76“] 64 ... 74 [2.51 ... 2.91] 82 ... 92 [3.23 ... 3.62]
100 mm [3.94“] 94 ... 104 [3.70 ... 4.09] 112 ... 122 [4.41 ... 4.80]
150 mm [5.91“] 144 ... 154 [5.67 ... 6.06] 162 ... 172 [6.38 ... 6.77]

Torque stop, short 8.0010.4T00.0000

9,5 [0.37]

1 2 5 3 4
35,4 [1.39]

18,05
74,5 [74.5]
87 [3.43]

[0.71]
59,68 [2.35]
63,32 [2.49]

1 Curved spring element

2 Hexagonal nut 3/8 - 16 UNC
3 Washer (isolating)
4 Hexagonal screw 3/8 16 UNC x 1” 60,7 [2.39]
0,4

70 [2.76]
5 Washer D10.4 x 15 x 15 79,8 [3.14]

Stator coupling 20 [0.79]

3.3 [0.13] 0,4 8.0010.40V0.0000

5,5 [0.22]
106 [4.17]
24,5 [0.96]

31,5 [1.24]
70 [2.76]

6,9 [0.27]
119 [4.69] 17,5 [0.69]
131,5 [5.18]

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robust, optical A02H (hollow shaft) Push-pull / RS422 / SinCos

Mounting accessory for hollow shaft encoders Order no.

Protective cover For applications with a very high degree 8.0010.40Y0.0001

of pollution, Kübler now offers a protective
cover for
• Improved reliability
• Extension of the service life of the encoder

Scope of delivery:
• Protective cover
• Torque stop (8.0010.4T00.0000)
• 3 screws for fixing to the encoder

Tapered shaft mounting kit For use in upgrading for tapered shaft mounting. 8.0010.4028.0000
Tapered shafts are used for high-precision direct
for A02H with hollow shaft, ø 38 mm [1.50“]
coupling.
An isolation insert is also included in the mounting
kit; this reliably protects the encoder from shaft
currents.
Included in the set:
• Insert for cone blind hole, cone 1:10,
17 mm [0.67“] length
• Isolation insert
• Allen screw for central fixing

Isolation insert for hollow shaft, ø 38 mm [1.50“] ø D1:

Temperature range -40 °C ... +115 °C [-40 °F ... +239 °F] 12 mm 8.0010.4091.0000

50 1,97 14 mm 8.0010.4027.0000
1 0,04
15 mm 8.0010.4038.0000
16 mm 8.0010.4019.0000
18 mm 8.0010.4080.0000
38 1,5
H7
D1

20 mm 8.0010.4011.0000
25 mm 8.0010.4012.0000
30 mm 8.0010.4016.0000
Isolation inserts prevent currents from passing through the encoder bearings. 32 mm 8.0010.4015.0000
These currents can occur when using inverter controlled three-phase or AC
vector motors and considerably shorten the service life of the encoder bearings. 1/2” 8.0010.4013.0000
For more details please call our technical hotline (+49 7720 3903 952) or send us 5/8“ 8.0010.4070.0000
an email ([email protected]) 3/4” 8.0010.4090.0000
1“ 8.0010.4050.0000
1 1/4” 8.0010.4060.0000

Isolation insert for hollow shaft, ø 42 mm [1.65“] external diameter 42 mm [1.65“] / internal diameter 38 mm [1.50“] 8.0010.4017.0000
external diameter 42 mm [1.65“] / internal diameter 12 mm [0.47“] 8.0010.4029.0000

Cables and connectors Order no.

Preassembled cables M12 female connector with coupling nut, 8-pin, A coded, straight 05.00.6041.8211.002M
single-ended
2 m [6.56‘] PVC cable

M23 female connector with coupling nut, 12-pin, cw 8.0000.6201.0002

single-ended
2 m [6.56‘] PVC cable

Connectors M12 female connector with coupling nut, 8-pin, A coded, straight (metal) 05.CMB 8181-0
M12 female connector with coupling nut, 8-pin, A coded, straight (stainless steel V4A) 8.0000.5136.0000.V4A
M23 female connector with coupling nut, 12-pin, cw (metal) 8.0000.5012.0000
Further Kübler accessories can be found at: kuebler.com/accessories
Further Kübler cables and connectors can be found at: kuebler.com/connection-technology

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Large hollow shaft

robust, optical A02H (hollow shaft) Push-pull / RS422 / SinCos

Technical data

Mechanical characteristics Approvals

Maximum speed 6000 min-1 1) GL-approval in accordance with letter of conformity No. 74130
at 60 °C [140 °F] 2500 min-1 1)
UL compliant in accordance with File no. E224618
Mass moment of inertia < 220 x 10-6 kgm2 2)
CE compliant in accordance with
Starting torque with sealing < 0.2 Nm EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
at 20 °C [68 °F] RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU
Load capacity of shaft radial 200 N ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU (for Ex 2/22 variants)
axial 100 N
Weight approx. 0.8 kg [28.22 oz]
Protection acc. to EN 60529 IP65
Working temperature range -40 °C 3) ... +80 °C [-40 °F 3) ... +176 °F]
Materials shaft stainless steel,
bore tolerance H7
Shock resistance acc. to EN 60068-2-27 2000 m/s2, 6 ms
Vibration resistance acc. to EN 60068-2-6 100 m/s2, 10 ... 2000 Hz

Electrical characteristics SinCos output

Output circuit SinCos U = 1 Vpp SinCos U = 1 Vpp
Supply voltage 5 V DC (±5 %) 10 ... 30 V DC
Power consumption typ. 65 mA typ. 65 mA
(no load) max. 110 mA max. 110 mA
-3 dB frequency < 180 kHz < 180 kHz
Signal level channels A/B 1 Vpp (±20 %) 1 Vpp (±20 %)
channel 0 0.1 ... 1.2 V 0.1 .... 1.2 V
Short circuit proof outputs 4) yes yes
Reverse polarity protection no yes
of the supply voltage

Electrical characteristics RS422 / Push-pull

Output circuit RS422 (TTL compatible) Push-pull Push-pull (7272 compatible)

Supply voltage 5 V DC (±5 %) 5 ... 30 V DC 5 ... 30 V DC

5 ... 30 V DC 10 ... 30 V DC
10 ... 30 V DC
Power consumption (no load)
without inverted signal – typ. 55 mA/max. 125 mA –
with inverted signal typ. 40 mA/max. 90 mA typ. 80 mA/max.150 mA typ. 50 mA/max.100 mA
Permissible load / channel max. +/- 20 mA max. +/- 30 mA max. +/- 20 mA
Pulse frequency max. 300 kHz max. 300 kHz max. 300 kHz 5)
Signal level HIGH min. 2.5 V min. +V – 3 V min. +V - 2.0 V
LOW max. 0.5 V max. 2.5 V max. 0.5 V
Rising edge time tr max. 200 ns max. 1 µs max. 1 µs
Falling edge time tf max. 200 ns max. 1 µs max. 1 µs
Short circuit proof outputs 4)
yes yes yes
Reverse polarity protection of the no, 10 ... 30 V DC: yes yes no
supply voltage

1) During the run-in-phase of approx. 2 hours, reduce the limits 3) With connector: -40 °C [-40 °F], securely installed: -30 °C [-22 °F], flexibly installed: -20 °C [-4 °F].
for working temperaturemax or speed max by 1/3. 4) If supply voltage correctly applied.
2) Depending on shaft diameter. 5) Max. recommended cable length 30 m [98.43‘].

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robust, optical A02H (hollow shaft) Push-pull / RS422 / SinCos

Terminal assignment
Output circuit Type of connection Cable (isolate unused cores individually before initial start-up)

1 ... D 1, A
Signal: 0V +V 0 Vsens +Vsens A B 0 H
Core color: WH BN GY/PK RD/BU GN YE GY PK BU RD shield

Output circuit Type of connection M23 connector, 12-pin

1 ... D 2
Signal: 0V +V 0 Vsens +Vsens A B 0 H
Pin: 10 12 11 2 5 6 8 1 3 4 PH 1)

Output circuit Type of connection M12 connector, 8-pin

1 ... D E
Signal: 0V +V A B 0 H
Pin: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PH 1)

Output circuit Type of connection M12 connector, 5-pin

1 ... D R
Signal: 0V +V A B 0 H
Pin: 1 2 3 4 5 PH 1)

Output circuit Type of connection MIL connector, 10-pin

1 ... D D
Signal: 0V +V A B 0 H
Pin: F D A G B H C I J

Output circuit Type of connection MIL connector, 7-pin

1 ... D K
Signal: 0V +V +Vsens A B 0 H
Pin: F D E A B C J

Output circuit Type of connection Sub-D connector, 9-pin

1 ... D G
Signal: 0V +V A B 0 H
Pin: 1 2 3 6 4 7 5 8 PH 1)

+V: Supply voltage encoder +V DC

0 V: Supply voltage encoder ground GND (0 V)
0 Vsens / +Vsens: Using the sensor outputs of the encoder, the voltage
present can be measured and if necessary increased
accordingly.
A, : Incremental output channel A
B, : Incremental output channel B
0, : Reference signal
PH H: Plug connector housing (shield)

Top view of mating side, male contact base

1 9 8
H A H A
2 F A A F A
G I B 7 G G I B F B
G
3 10 12 B B
J E J E C E
F C 11 6 F C
4 D C D D C
E D 5 E D

M12 connector, 5-pin M12 connector, 8-pin M23 connector, 12-pin MIL connector, 7-pin MIL connector, 10-pin Sub-D connector, 9-pin

1) PH = shield is attached to connector housing.

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Large hollow shaft

robust, optical A02H (hollow shaft) Push-pull / RS422 / SinCos

Dimensions hollow shaft version

Dimensions in mm [inch]

Flange without mounting aid

Flange type 1

1 Recommended torque for the

clamping ring 1.0 Nm
B Cable version 69,5 2,74

3x M4

6x M3
1

95 h7 [3,74]
60 2,36

100 3,94
max.
B
D Fit

°
11

20 [0.79] H7
,5
2,

2
11
5°

25 [0.98] H7
28 [1.10] H7
4 0,16
30 [1.18] H7 12 0,47
20 0,79 49 1,93
38 [1.50] H7 H7
D 50 1,96
40 [1.57] H7
70 2,76
42 [1.65] H7
5/8’’ H7
1’’ H7
1 1/4’’ H7

Flange with spring element

Flange type 2 and 3 2 2 6 0,24 6 0,24

1 Spring element, short (flange type 2)
1 1
2 Spring element, long (flange type 3)
3 Recommended torque for the
55 2,17
62 2,44

55 2,17
62 2,44

clamping ring
flange type 2: 1.0 Nm B B
38 1,5

38 1,5

flange type 3: 2.0 Nm

60 2,36

60 2,36
95 h7 [3,74]

95 h7 [3,74]
100 3,94

100 3,94
B Cable version

3
max.

3
max.

D Fit
20 [0.79] H7
25 [0.98] H7
28 [1.10] H7
30 [1.18] H7 H7 H7
D D 4 0,16 4 0,16
38 [1.50] H7 12 0,47 12 0,47
40 [1.57] H7 49 1,93 49 1,93
42 [1.65] H7 50 1,96 50 1,96
5/8’’ H7
1’’ H7
1 1/4’’ H7

Mounting using the spring element,3short2 1 3 2 1 Mounting using the spring element, long 3 2 1 3 2 1
When mounting the encoder, ensure that dimension Torque pin fed through the bore of the spring
L is larger than the maximum axial play of the
drive in the direction of the arrow.
Danger of mechanical seizure!

1 Flange 1 Flange
L L
2 Spring element, short 2 Spring element, long
3 Torque pin 3 Torque pin

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robust, optical A02H (hollow shaft) Push-pull / RS422 / SinCos

Dimensions hollow shaft version

Dimensions in mm [inch]

Flange with torque stop, long 25,4 1 25,4 1

Flange type 5 11,4 0,45 11,4 0,45

3 Recommended torque for the

clamping ring 2.0 Nm
A Plug version
3,5 0,14 3,5 0,14

103 4,06
114 4,49

103 4,06
114 4,49
52 2,05

52 2,05
A A

95 h7 [3,47]

95 h7 [3,47]
100 3,94

100 3,94
60

60
D Fit

max.

max.
20 [0.79] H7
25 [0.98] H7 3 3
28 [1.10] H7
30 [1.18] H7
38 [1.50] H7
40 [1.57] H7
H7 H7
42 [1.65] H7 D D 4 0,16 1240,47
0,16 12 0,47
49 1,93 49 1,93
5/8’’ H7 129,8 5,11 129,8 5,11
1’’ H7 50 1,96 50 1,96

1 1/4’’ H7

Flange with torque stop, short

(Set 8.0010.4T00.0000 enclosed)
Flange type 6 35,4 1,39 35,4 1,39
11,5 0,45 11,5 0,45
3 Recommended torque for the 5 0,2 5 0,2
clamping ring 2.0 Nm
A Plug version
72,2 2,84

77,2 3,04

72,2 2,84

77,2 3,04
87 3,43

87 3,43

A A
60 2,36

max. 60 2,36
95 h7 3,47

95 h7 3,47
100 3,94

100 3,94
max.

D Fit 3 3
20 [0.79] H7
25 [0.98] H7
28 [1.10] H7
30 [1.18] H7 H7 H7 4 0,16 4 0,16
D D 12 0,47 12 0,47
38 [1.50] H7 122 4,81 122 4,81 49 1,93 49 1,93
40 [1.57] H7 50 1,96 50 1,96
42 [1.65] H7
5/8’’ H7
1’’ H7
1 1/4’’ H7

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