Omron E6B2-CWZ5B 600P/R 0.5M Rotary Encoder
The Omron E6B2-CWZ5B 600P/R 0.5M Rotary Encoder is an incremental shaft encoder designed to provide three-phase rotational feedback for industrial machine control. It generates 600 P/R with A/B/Z PNP outputs, providing pulse signals that compatible controllers can use to monitor movement, direction, and reference position. The encoder operates from 5 to 12 VDC and incorporates a 40 mm diameter housing with a 0.5 m pre-wired cable for compact installations. Its 600-pulse configuration provides another resolution option within the PNP-output E6B2-C models. The E6B2-CWZ5B 600P/R belongs to the E6B2-C Series. It is grouped with other 600 P/R incremental encoders available as part of Omron motion control products.
| Brand | Omron |
| Product | Rotary Encoders |
| Model Number | E6B2-CWZ5B 600P/R 0.5M |
Omron E6B2-CWZ5B 600P/R 0.5M Rotary Encoder - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Encoding Method | Incremental Shaft model |
| Resolution | 600 P/R |
| Output phases | Phase A/B/Z |
| Control output | PNP open collector |
| Connection method | Pre-wired model, 0.5 m Cable length |
| Diameter | 40 mm dia. |
| Power supply voltage | 5 to 12 VDC (-5% to +10%) Ripple (p-p) 5% max. |
| Current consumption | 100 mA max. |
| Max. response frequency | 50 kHz |
| Ambient temperature | Operating: -10 to 70 ℃ (with no icing) Storage: -25 to 85 ℃ (with no icing) |
| Degree of protection | IEC: IP50 |
| Material | Case: ABS |
| Accessories | Instruction manual, Couplings, Hex-head spanner |
| Weight | Package: Approx. 100 g |
The Omron E6B2-CWZ5B 600P/R 0.5M is part of the E6B2 Rotary Encoder range and is typically evaluated along with other Omron rotary encoders during panel design and motion control planning. Engineers compare related models such as Omron E6B2-CWZ6C 1024P/R 0.5M (Incremental Shaft, 1024 P/R resolution, A, B, and Z, NPN output, 0.5 m Cable length) to identify the best fit for indexing applications, shaft feedback, conveyor monitoring, and rotational tracking functions. Reviewing shaft type, resolution, output phase coding, control output stage, connector format, and cable arrangement helps ensure proper alignment with PLC high-speed inputs and mechanical coupling components. These compatible Omron encoder variants enable consistent wiring layouts, predictable pulse behaviour, connector alignment, and uniform signal performance across automation equipment. The E6B2-CWZ5B 600P/R 0.5M integrates cleanly into modern industrial systems that require accurate, stable, and long-life rotary feedback devices, and is well suited for applications where a dependable Omron Encoders ensures reliable operation in demanding environments.
