Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 - Incremental Encoder
The Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder delivers 65,536 pulses per revolution, TTL / HTL output, and ≤ 820 kHz frequency. This Sick Sick Encoder from the series operates on 4.5–32 V DC supply, uses a solid stainless-steel shaft, M23 12-pin connector, 6-channel signals, and supports ≤ 9,000 min⁻¹ speed for incremental encoder feedback in industrial automation.

| Brand | Sick |
| Product Type | Incremental Encoder |
| Model Number | DFS60A-S4PA65536 |
Sick DFS60A-S4PA65536 Incremental Encoder - Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Pulses per revolution | 65,536 1) |
| Measuring step | 90°, electric/pulses per revolution |
| Error limits | ± 0.03° |
| Communication interface | Incremental |
| Communication Interface detail | TTL / HTL |
| Factory setting | Factory setting: output level TTL |
| Number of signal channels | 6-channel |
| Initialization time | 32 ms, 30 ms 1) |
| Output frequency | ≤ 820 kHz |
| Load current | ≤ 30 mA |
| Power consumption | ≤ 0.7 W (without load) |
| Connection type | Male connector, M23, 12-pin, radial |
| Supply voltage | 4.5 ... 32 V |
| Mechanical design | Solid shaft, face mount flange |
| Shaft diameter | 10 mmWith face |
| Shaft material | Stainless steel |
| Flange material | Aluminum |
| Housing material | Aluminum die cast |
| Start up torque | 0.5 Ncm (+20 °C) |
| Operating torque | 0.3 Ncm (+20 °C) |
| Operating speed | ≤ 9,000 min⁻¹ 1) |
| Moment of inertia of the rotor | 6.2 gcm² |
| Bearing lifetime | 3.6 x 10^10 revolutions |
| Angular acceleration | ≤ 500,000 rad/s² |
| Operating temperature range | –40 °C ... +100 °C 2)–30 °C ... +100 °C 3) |
| Storage temperature range | –40 °C ... +100 °C, without package |
The DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder is a Sick incremental encoder engineered for high-resolution rotational feedback in industrial automation systems. The DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder provides 65,536 pulses per revolution, supports TTL / HTL signal output, and delivers ≤ 820 kHz output frequency for precise speed and position monitoring. It belongs to the DFS60 series and is widely used in encoder-based motion control applications.
In industrial environments, the DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder is applied in conveyors, packaging machinery, automated assembly lines, and precision motion systems. Its high pulse resolution enables accurate detection of rotational movement, while the stable electrical interface ensures consistent communication with PLCs and drives. The solid shaft construction supports secure mechanical mounting in continuous-operation equipment.
The DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder combines defined electrical characteristics with mechanical stability expected from Sick encoder products. With controlled torque values, long bearing lifetime, and a wide operating temperature range, it is suitable for demanding industrial use. The DFS60A-S4PA65536 incremental encoder remains a dependable DFS60 series solution for engineers requiring reliable incremental feedback.




