Procurement teams shortlist DFS60A-S4PA65536 with Sick Diffuse Sensor, Sick Dfs60B S1Pc10000 and Sick Incremental Sensors, aligning budget approvals, warranty terms, and multisite availability for smoother rollout across plants.
Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 - Incremental Encoder
The Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder delivers 65,536 pulses per revolution with a stable TTL/HTL interface and a durable 10 mm solid shaft. It features a 6-channel signal system, supports 4.5β32 V supply, offers up to 820 kHz output frequency, and maintains accuracy with a Β±0.03Β° error limit. This encoder is part of the Sick portfolio, included in the Sick Incremental Encoder family, and belongs to the high-resolution series.

| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Incremental Encoder |
| Model Number | DFS60A-S4PA65536 |
Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 Incremental Encoder - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulses per revolution | 65,536 1) |
| Measuring step | 90Β°, electric/pulses per revolution |
| Error limits | Β± 0.03Β° |
| Communication interface | Incremental |
| Communication Interface detail | TTL / HTL |
| Factory setting | Factory setting: output level TTL |
| Number of signal channels | 6-channel |
| Initialization time | 32 ms, 30 ms 1) |
| Output frequency | β€ 820 kHz |
| Load current | β€ 30 mA |
| Power consumption | β€ 0.7 W (without load) |
| Connection type | Male connector, M23, 12-pin, radial |
| Supply voltage | 4.5 ... 32 V |
| Mechanical design | Solid shaft, face mount flange |
| Shaft diameter | 10 mmWith face |
| Shaft material | Stainless steel |
| Flange material | Aluminum |
| Housing material | Aluminum die cast |
| Start up torque | 0.5 Ncm (+20 Β°C) |
| Operating torque | 0.3 Ncm (+20 Β°C) |
| Operating speed | β€ 9,000 minβ»ΒΉ 1) |
| Moment of inertia of the rotor | 6.2 gcmΒ² |
| Bearing lifetime | 3.6 x 10^10 revolutions |
| Angular acceleration | β€ 500,000 rad/sΒ² |
| Operating temperature range | β40 Β°C ... +100 Β°C 2)β30 Β°C ... +100 Β°C 3) |
| Storage temperature range | β40 Β°C ... +100 Β°C, without package |
The Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder provides 65,536 PPR, a reliable TTL/HTL interface, and a 10 mm solid shaft designed for precise rotary feedback. As part of the DFS60 series, it supports 6-channel output and handles speeds up to 9,000 minβ»ΒΉ with a wide 4.5β32 V supply range. The model ensures stable measurement accuracy across demanding industrial automation environments.
The Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder is suitable for conveyors, automated packaging systems, assembly machinery, and motion control applications. Its high resolution enhances speed and position monitoring, while the face-mount flange and solid shaft support straightforward mechanical integration. Engineers rely on this encoder for its stable signal behavior, long bearing life, and consistent output in continuous-duty systems.
The Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder combines high PPR resolution, dependable signal output, and durable solid shaft construction for precise rotary sensing. Belonging to the DFS60 series, it operates effectively across wide temperatures and supports accurate feedback in industrial environments. Its dependable performance, robust build, and trusted Sick engineering make it a reliable choice for automation systems requiring precision and long service life.




