The Omron E6C3-CWZ3XH 500P/R 1M Rotary Encoder is an incremental shaft encoder configured for position and motion feedback through differential pulse transmission. It generates 500 P/R with A/-A, B/-B, and Z/-Z line-driver outputs, allowing compatible controllers to process shaft movement, direction, and reference signals. The encoder operates from 5 to 12 VDC and uses a 50 mm diameter housing with a 1 m pre-wired cable. This configuration combines 500 pulses per revolution with a line-driver interface for machine systems requiring that electrical output format. The E6C3-CWZ3XH 500P/R is one of the configurations in the E6C3-C incremental encoder series. It forms part of the 500 P/R shaft encoder range available through Omron position 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 500P/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-CWZ3EH 600P/R 1M (Incremental Shaft, 600 P/R resolution, A, B and Z, NPN voltage output, 1 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 500P/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.
