The Omron E6C3-AG5C 1024P/R 2M Rotary Encoder is an absolute shaft encoder designed to provide rotational position information in industrial automation systems. Its 1024 P/R resolution with NPN output enables compatible control equipment to identify shaft position for machine positioning and sequence control. The encoder operates from 12 to 24 VDC and uses a 50 mm diameter housing with a 2 m pre-wired cable for connection to the control system. This combination provides a higher-resolution absolute position option for applications where shaft position must be detected directly rather than derived only from incremental movement. The E6C3-AG5C 1024P/R belongs to the E6C3-A absolute encoder series. It forms part of the 1024 P/R absolute encoder range within Omron position sensing products.
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 2M 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-AN5C 40P/R 2M (Absolute Shaft, 40 P/R resolution, Binary code, NPN output, 2 m Cable length) and Omron E6C3-AN5B 32P/R 2M (Absolute Shaft, 32 P/R resolution, Binary code, PNP 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 2M 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.
