Data sheet

L-9517-9701-01-B

RESOLUTE™ FS absolute optical encoder with

Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ serial communications

• True absolute non-contact

optical encoder system:
no batteries required

• ISO 13849: 2015 Pld

• IEC 61508: 2010 SIL2

• IEC 61800-5-2: 2007 SIL2

• Wide set-up tolerances for

quick and easy installation

• High immunity to dirt, scratches

and light oils

• Resolutions to 1 nm or
29 bit rotary

• ±40 nm sub-divisional error

for smooth velocity control

• Less than 10 nm RMS jitter for

improved positional stability

• IP64 sealed readhead and

IP67 sealed interface for high
reliability in harsh environments

• Integral set-up LED enables

easy installation and provides
diagnostics at a glance

• Readhead and linear/rotary

scales are bolt-hole compatible
with SiGNUM™ encoders

• Operates at up to 80 °C

• Integral over-temperature alarm

Compatible with:
RESOLUTE is a revolutionary true absolute, fine pitch
• RELA low expansion,
optical encoder system, offering an impressive specification
high stability spar scales
that is certified to Functional Safety standards.
• RSLA stainless steel spars
RESOLUTE’s patented technology combines 1 nm resolution with exceptionally
high speed, reading from a range of high accuracy linear tape and spar scales • RTLA-S self adhesive tape scale
or angle encoder rings. • RESA angle encoders
RESOLUTE uses a unique single optical absolute track (a world first) with a nominal
• Ultra-high accuracy REXA
pitch of 30 μm, combined with sophisticated optics. This ensures wide set-up tolerances,
angle encoders
very low sub-divisional error of ±40 nm and ultra-low noise (jitter) of less than 10 nm
RMS, resulting in better velocity control performance and rock solid positional stability.

RESOLUTE FS is for use in functional safety applications being certified to Pld for
ISO 13849: 2015 and SIL2 for IEC 61508: 2010 and IEC 61800-5-2: 2007.
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RESOLUTE FS absolute optical encoder (DRIVE-CLiQ)

System features

Unique single track absolute optical scale

u Absolute position is determined immediately upon switch-on
u No battery back-up
u No yaw de-phasing unlike multiple-track systems
u Fine pitch (30 µm nominal period) optical scale for superior motion
control compared to inductive, magnetic or other non-contact optical
absolute encoders
u High accuracy graduations marked directly onto tough engineering
materials for outstanding metrology and reliability

High dirt immunity

u Advanced optics and embedded surplus code
means RESOLUTE even reads dirty scale
u Absolute position can be determined in all three cases
shown here; clean scale (left), grease contamination
(below-left), particle contamination (below)

Unique detection method

u Readhead acts like an ultra fast miniature digital
camera, taking photos of a coded scale
u Photos are analysed by a high-speed DSP to
determine absolute position
u Built-in position-check algorithm constantly monitors
calculations for ultimate safety and reliability
u Advanced optics and position determination algorithms
are designed to provide low noise (jitter <10 nm RMS)
and low sub-divisional error (SDE ±40 nm)

Range of rotary (angle) and linear scales Range of protocols and resolutions
u Tough RELA low expansion nickel alloy spars with Protocol Resolutions
±1 µm accuracy up to 1 metre.
Linear Rotary
Available in lengths up to 1.5 metres
DRIVE-CLiQ 50 nm 26 bit
u Shatter-proof RSLA stainless steel scale, offering
1 nm 29 bit
higher accuracy than glass scales and long lengths
up to 5 metres, with ±4 µm accuracy over a Other serial protocols are available. Please contact
complete 5 metre length your local Renishaw representative for information.
u RTLA-S tape scales with ±5 µm/m accuracy
and easy installation
u RESA ring with unique taper mount has large
through hole for easy installation
u REXA ultra-high accuracy ring with ±1 arc second
total installed accuracy with dual readheads

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RESOLUTE FS absolute optical encoder (DRIVE-CLiQ)

Linear absolute encoder version

Resolutions and scale lengths
The maximum scale length is determined by the readhead resolution and the number of position bits in the serial word.
For RESOLUTE readheads with fine resolution and short word length, the maximum scale length will be limited
accordingly. Conversely, coarser resolutions or longer word lengths enable the use of longer scale lengths.

RESOLUTE is available with a variety of serial protocols, but the example here shows RESOLUTE using
Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ protocol with two options for the position word length; 34 bit and 28 bit.

Resolution 1 nm 50 nm
Maximum scale length (L) with 34 bit position word 17.18 m N/A
Maximum scale length (L) with 28 bit position word N/A 13.42 m
Maximum reading speed 100 m/s 100 m/s

Scale specifications
For more detailed scale information please refer to relevant scale data sheet

Description RELA High-performance low expansion spar scale for very high
accuracy applications
Lengths up to 1.5 m

RSLA High-performance stainless steel spar scale for very high

accuracy applications with longer axis lengths
Lengths up to 5 m

RTLA-S Self-adhesive hardened stainless steel tape scale for high

performance motion control systems requiring easiest installation
Lengths up to 21 m*

Accuracy (at 20 °C) RELA ±1 µm for lengths up to 1 m

±1 µm/m for lengths from 1 m to 1.5 m

RSLA ±1.5 µm for lengths up to 1 m

±2.25 µm for lengths from 1 m to 2 m
±3 µm for lengths from 2 m to 3 m
±4 µm for lengths from 3 m to 5 m

RTLA-S ±5 µm/m

Thermal expansion coefficient RELA 0.75 ±0.35 µm/m/°C

(at 20 °C)

RSLA 10.1 ±0.2 µm/m/°C

RTLA-S 10.1 ±0.2 µm/m/°C

*Limited to 17.18 m with RESOLUTE DRIVE-CLiQ encoder system.

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RESOLUTE FS absolute optical encoder (DRIVE-CLiQ)

Angle absolute encoder version

Resolution
RESOLUTE is available with a variety of resolutions, to meet the needs of a wide range of applications.
The choice of resolutions depends on the serial protocol being used, but there are no limitations due to ring size,
e.g. Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ 26 bit resolution is available on all ring sizes.
RESOLUTE with Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ serial comms is available with the following resolution options:
26 bit (67 108 864 counts per revolution, ≈ 0.019 arc second)
29 bit (536 870 912 counts per revolution, ≈ 0.0024 arc second)
For resolution options on other protocols, please contact Renishaw.

Speed and accuracy

RESA diameter System accuracy RESA diameter System accuracy
(mm) (arc second) (mm) (arc second)
52 ±5.49 209 ±1.4
57 ±4.89 229 ±1.27
75 ±3.82 255 ±1.11
100 ±2.86 300 ±0.95
103 ±2.72 350 ±0.82
104 ±2.69 413 ±0.69
115 ±2.44 417 ±0.68
150 ±1.91 489 ±0.59
200 ±1.43 550 ±0.52
206 ±1.42

Maximum speed: This depends on mounting method and scale type.

Please refer to RESOLUTE FS Installation guide and Safety manual (L-9796-9134).
System accuracy is graduation accuracy plus SDE. Effects such as eccentricity influence installed accuracy;
for application advice, please contact your local representative.

General specifications (angle and linear)

Power supply 24 V 1.8 W maximum (75 mA @ 24 V as per DRIVE-CLiQ specification)
24 V power is provided by the DRIVE-CLiQ network
NOTE: The Renishaw DRIVE-CLiQ interface must be powered from
a 24 V dc supply complying with the requirements for SELV of standard
IEC BS EN 60950-1.
Ripple 200 mVpp maximum @ frequency up to 500 kHz maximum
Temperature (system) Storage -20 °C to +70 °C
(readhead) Operating 0 °C to +80 °C
(interface) Operating 0 °C to +55 °C
Humidity (system) 95% relative humidity (non-condensing) to EN 60068-2-78
Sealing (readhead) IP64
(interface) IP67
Acceleration Operating 500 m/s2, 3 axes
Shock (readhead/interface) Non-operating 500 m/s2, 11 ms, ½ sine, 3 axes
Maximum acceleration DRIVE-CLiQ - 2000 m/s2
of scale with respect NOTE: This is the worst case figure that is correct for the slowest
to readhead communications request rates. For faster request rates, the maximum
acceleration of scale with respect to the readhead can be higher. For more
details, please contact your local representative.
Vibration (readhead) Operating 300 m/s2 max @ 55 Hz to 2000 Hz, 3 axes
(interface) Operating 100 m/s2 max @ 55 Hz, 3 axes
Mass Readhead 18 g Interface 218 g Readhead cable 32 g/m
Cable (readhead to interface) 7 core, tinned and annealed copper 28 AWG
Single-shielded, outside diameter 4.7 ±0.2 mm
Flex life >40 x 106 cycles at 20 mm bend radius
10 m maximum length (refer to Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ specifications for
maximum cable length from interface to controller)
UL recognised component

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RESOLUTE installation drawing (on RSLA/RELA scale) Dimensions and tolerances in mm

For detailed drawings, please refer to (Yaw tol. ±0.5°)

the RESOLUTE linear or rotary 0.31
encoder installation guides 14.9 ±0.2 Set-up LED

6.5 min

36

R>20 Dynamic bend radius 18

16.5
R>10 Static bend radius 12 2 mounting holes M3 through,
14
counterbored each side,
6.4 10 typ* 3 deep†
.2
±0
7
4.
Ø
(Roll tol. ±0.5°)­ 6 typ*
3 Rideheight
18 0.05 0.8 ±0.15

8.6
(Pitch tol. ±0.5°)
0.31
8.25 ±1
1.7 (adhesive mounting) RSLA
1.8 (adhesive mounting) RELA Optical centreline
Scale centreline

*Extent of mounting faces. †

Thread depth from mounting face. Recommended thread engagement 5 mm (8 including counterbore). Recommended tightening torque 0.5 to 1 Nm.

RESOLUTE side exit cable installation drawing (on RSLA/RELA scale) Dimensions and tolerances in mm

For detailed drawings, please refer to (Yaw tol. ±0.5°)

the RESOLUTE linear or rotary 0.31
14.9 ±0.2 Set-up LED
encoder installation guides

6.5 min R>20 Dynamic bend radius

R>10 Static bend radius
Ø
4.
7
±0
.2

36
14 12
2 mounting holes
18
M3 x 8.5 deep
(counterbored 3 deep)†
10 typ* 16.5 5.9

6 typ* 7.5
(Pitch tol. ±0.5°)
18 (Roll tol. ±0.5°)­ 0.31
0.05

3 typ

8.25 ±1
Rideheight
0.8 ±0.15
1.7 (adhesive mounting) RSLA
Optical centreline Scale centreline 1.8 (adhesive mounting) RELA

*Extent of mounting faces. †

Thread depth from mounting face. Recommended thread engagement 5 mm (8 including counterbore). Recommended tightening torque 0.5 to 1 Nm.

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RESOLUTE FS absolute optical encoder (DRIVE-CLiQ)

Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ FS interface Dimensions and tolerances in mm

DRIVE-CLiQ FS interface installation drawing

Single readhead (A-9796-0575)

7 82
2 off mounting holes
Ø5.5 through

10
31
26

12.3 14.6

M12 8-way female for

M12 8-way male for
readhead connection
DRIVE-CLiQ connection
(including power supply)

19.25 57.5

43
6
20

96

Dual readhead (A-9796-0590)

7 82
2 off mounting holes
Ø5.5 through

10
31
26
7

12.3 14.6

M12 8-way female for

readhead connection M12 8-way male for
DRIVE-CLiQ connection
(including power supply)

19.25 27 30.5

43
6
20

96

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RESOLUTE FS absolute optical encoder (DRIVE-CLiQ)

RESOLUTE angle nomenclature RESOLUTE linear nomenclature

SA 29D BA 052B 30 S SL 34D BS 001C 30 S

Series Series
S = RESOLUTE FS S = RESOLUTE FS

Scale form Scale form

A = Angular L = Linear

Protocol Protocol
26D = Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ 26 bit 28D = Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ 28 bit
29D = Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ 29 bit (for 50 nm resolution)
34D = Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ 34 bit
Mechanical option (for 1 nm resolution)
B = Standard IP64
R = Side cable outlet Mechanical option
B = Standard IP64
Gain option R = Side cable outlet
A = Standard
Gain option
Ring diameter T = RTLA-S
052 = 52 mm ring S = RSLA
057 E = RELA
075
100 Resolution
103 001 = 1 nm (select 34D protocol)
104 050 = 50 nm (select 28D protocol)
115
Scale code option
150
B = RTLA-S (20 mm to 10 m only)
183 (REXA only)
C = RSLA (20 mm to 5 m) /RELA (>1130 mm)
200
D = RELA (≤1130 mm)
206
E = RTLA-S (>10 m to 21 m only)
209
229
Cable length
255
02 = 0.2 m
300
05 = 0.5 m
350
10 = 1 m
413 (RESA only)
15 = 1.5 m
417
30 = 3 m
489 (RESA only)
50 = 5 m
550 (RESA only)
90 = 9 m
99 = 10 m
Scale code option
B = Standard scale code
Termination
S = M12 (sealed)
Cable length
02 = 0.2 m
05 = 0.5 m
10 = 1 m
15 = 1.5 m
30 = 3 m
50 = 5 m
90 = 9 m
99 = 10 m

Termination
S = M12 (sealed)
IMPORTANT: For linear Siemens DRIVE-CLiQ variants
‘Protocol’ and ‘Resolution’ must be selected in certain combinations.
- 28D protocol must be selected for 50 nm resolution systems.
- 34D protocol must be selected for 1 nm resolution systems.
Other combinations are not valid.

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RESOLUTE compatible products:

Installation information can be found in the RESOLUTE FS Installation guide and Safety manual (L-9796-9134)

RESA
Data sheet L-9517-9399

REXA
Data sheet L-9517-9405

RELA
Data sheet L-9517-9393

RSLA
Data sheet L-9517-9387

RTLA-S
Data sheet L-9517-9418

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