Industrial automation systems rely on communication protocols to facilitate data exchange between control components. FENAC industrial Ethernet encoder solutions include different encoder series supporting PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT communication protocols. The FNC APS 58E, FNC AEIS 58S and FNC AECS 58S models are developed for industrial applications requiring precise position, speed and motion control.

FENAC Industrial Ethernet Encoder Series

FENAC's industrial Ethernet encoder product range includes three distinct series. Each series is identified by the communication protocol it supports.

FNC APS 58E – PROFINET Encoder Series

The FNC APS 58E is an industrial encoder series supporting the PROFINET communication protocol. It is offered for consideration in systems using PROFINET-based communication infrastructure.

FNC AEIS 58S – EtherNet/IP Encoder Series

The FNC AEIS 58S is an encoder series supporting the EtherNet/IP communication protocol. It is one of the product range options for industrial automation systems using EtherNet/IP.

FNC AECS 58S – EtherCAT Encoder Series

The FNC AECS 58S is an encoder series supporting the EtherCAT communication protocol. It is designed for use in industrial communication infrastructures based on EtherCAT.

Application Areas of Industrial Ethernet Encoders

FENAC industrial Ethernet encoder solutions are associated with the following applications and industry sectors:

• Machine manufacturing
• Conveyor systems
• Robotics
• Packaging
• Motion control
• Industrial facilities

In these applications, requirements for precise position, speed and motion control are important considerations when selecting an encoder. The supported communication protocol is one of the key factors in identifying the appropriate encoder series.

Selecting the Appropriate Encoder Series

The main distinction between the FNC APS 58E, FNC AEIS 58S and FNC AECS 58S series is the industrial Ethernet communication protocol each supports. The FNC APS 58E is associated with PROFINET, the FNC AEIS 58S with EtherNet/IP, and the FNC AECS 58S with EtherCAT.

Evaluating application requirements together with the communication infrastructure helps determine the appropriate encoder series. These three FENAC series provide encoder solutions supporting different industrial Ethernet protocols.