Sick BCG05-L1KM01PP: Wire Draw Encoders
The Sick BCG05-L1KM01PP encoder provides a 1.25 m measuring range with 0.04 mm resolution for accurate linear position feedback. It supports ≤ 0.2 mm repeatability, 0–10 V analog output, a 1.5 m radial cable, and operates on 19–33 V DC for stable measurement performance. Manufactured by Sick, this model belongs to the wire-draw encoder category within the Sick Encoders family and forms part of the BCG series used in industrial automation.

| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Encoder |
| Model Number | BCG05-L1KM01PP |
Sick Wire Draw Encoders BCG05-L1KM01PP Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Measurement range | 0 m ... 1.25 m |
| Encoder | Absolute encoders |
| Resolution (wire draw + encoder) | 0.04 mm 1) 2) |
| Repeatability | ≤ 0.2 mm 3) |
| Linearity | ≤ ± 2 mm 3) |
| Hysteresis | ≤ 0.4 mm 3) |
| Communication interface | Analog / Voltage / 0...10 V |
| Connection type | Cable, radial, 1.5 m |
| Supply voltage | 19 V DC ... 33 V DC |
| Operating current | ≤ 80 mA |
| Weight | 0.18 kg |
| Measuring wire diameter | 0.45 mm |
| Weight (measuring wire) | 0.58 g/m |
| Housing material, wire draw mechanism | Plastic, Noryl |
| Spring return force | 1 N ... 1.4 N 1) |
| Length of wire pulled out per revolution | 150 mm |
| Actual wire draw length | 1.45 m |
| Wire acceleration | 10 m/s² |
| Operating speed | 6 m/s |
| Operating temperature range | –30 °C ... +70 °C |
The Sick BCG05-L1KM01PP encoder is a wire-draw measurement device designed for industrial automation tasks requiring consistent linear feedback. The Sick BCG05-L1KM01PP encoder offers a 1.25 m measuring range, 0.04 mm resolution, ≤ 0.2 mm repeatability, and a 0–10 V analog interface. As part of the BCG series, it supports stable measurement performance for motion control and position monitoring applications.
This encoder is used in conveyors, packaging lines, assembly equipment, and machine-positioning applications where linear displacement must be measured reliably. The 0–10 V output ensures stable signal transmission, while the Noryl housing and smooth wire-draw mechanism support continuous operation in factory environments. Its consistent repeatability helps maintain accurate system feedback across varied industrial movements.
The Sick BCG05-L1KM01PP encoder delivers precise measurement capability supported by its high resolution, low repeatability, and reliable analog output. Sick’s reputation for dependable automation components and the mechanical stability of the BCG series make this encoder a practical choice for industrial users. It provides the accuracy, durability, and measurement consistency required for trusted operation in demanding automation setups.




