The Omron E6C3-AG5C 1024P/R 1M Rotary Encoder is an absolute shaft encoder designed to provide rotational position information for industrial automation and machine control systems. Unlike incremental models that generate relative pulse movement, this model uses an absolute sensing configuration with 1024 P/R resolution and NPN output for position detection. It operates from 12 to 24 VDC and is built around a 50 mm diameter housing with a 1 m pre-wired cable for electrical connection. The configuration is suited to machines where the controller requires absolute shaft-position information rather than only incremental movement feedback. The E6C3-AG5C 1024P/R belongs to the E6C3-A absolute encoder series. It forms part of the absolute rotary encoder range within Omron position sensing products for industrial automation.
Operating: -10 to 70 ℃ (with no icing); Storage: -25 to 85 ℃ (with no icing)
Degree of protection
IEC: IP65; Company standard: Oil resistance
Material
Case: Aluminum, Main Unit: Aluminum, Shaft: SUS303
Accessories
Instruction manual
Weight
Package: Approx. 300 g
The Omron E6C3-AG5C 1024P/R 1M is part of the E6C3 Rotary Encoder lineup and is frequently evaluated alongside other Omron rotary encoders during machine design and maintenance planning. Engineers often compare related models such as Omron E6C3-AG5B 360P/R 2M (Absolute Shaft, 360 P/R resolution, PNP output, 2 m Cable length), Omron E6C3-AG5C 256P/R 2M (Absolute Shaft, 256 P/R resolution, Gray code, NPN output, 2 m Cable length) when selecting an encoder for conveyor positioning, shaft feedback, indexing systems, rotary tracking, or general motion monitoring tasks. Considering differences in shaft type, resolution, output coding, drive stage, signal format, wiring, and cable length helps match each encoder to PLC high-speed inputs and mechanical coupling points. These compatible Omron encoder variants also help maintenance teams maintain consistent wiring patterns, predictable pulse generation, connector alignment, and uniform installation layouts across different stations. The E6C3-AG5C 1024P/R 1M fits naturally into automation systems that require a stable, durable, and accurate feedback device, and is well-suited for industrial environments where a reliable Omron Encoders ensures dependable long-term operation.
