The Omron E6C3-CWZ3XH 2048P/R 1M Rotary Encoder is an incremental shaft encoder designed to provide detailed rotational feedback for machine position and motion monitoring. It generates 2048 P/R with A/-A, B/-B, and Z/-Z line-driver outputs, supplying complementary pulse signals to compatible industrial control equipment. The encoder operates from 5 to 12 VDC and uses a 50 mm diameter housing with a 1 m pre-wired cable for connection to nearby controllers or interface equipment. Its 2048-pulse resolution and differential output configuration support applications requiring higher-resolution shaft information. The E6C3-CWZ3XH 2048P/R belongs to the E6C3-C incremental encoder series. It forms part of the 2048 P/R line-driver encoder range within Omron motion sensing products.
Operating: -10 to 70 ℃ (with no icing)
Storage: -25 to 85 ℃ (with no icing)
Degree of protection
IEC: IP65
Material
Case: Aluminum alloy
Accessories
Instruction manual
Weight
Package: Approx. 300 g
The Omron E6C3-CWZ3XH 2048P/R 1M is part of the E6C3 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 E6C3-CWZ5GH 2048P/R 1M (Incremental Shaft, 2048 P/R resolution, A, B and Z, Complementary output, 1 m Cable length), and Omron E6C3-CWZ3EH 500P/R 2M (Incremental Shaft, 500 P/R resolution, A, B and Z, NPN voltage output, 2 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 E6C3-CWZ3XH 2048P/R 1M 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.