Series 388E

2-Bit Gray Code

Mechanical Encoder

Series 388E Theory of Operation

The 388E translates rotary motion of a shaft into a 2-bit gray code output. It is an incremental switching device, which results in an output waveform as the shaft is rotated. This waveform is achieved with two precision-printed resistive rings and a printed insulator overlay which produces a 2-bit graycode pattern element When the shaft is rotated, the multi-finger contact slides across the pattern element which results in an on and off channel L and R. As seen in the Output Table in Figure 1, next page, channel L leads channel R by 90o electrically in the clockwise direction. This phase relationship will give you direction in count-up and count-down applications.

Description
The series 388E is a high performance mechanical contact encoder which produces a digital 2-bit gray code It has a rotational life of more than 10,000 shaft revolutions, a positive detent feel and can be combined with other modular switches that have push-pull, or momentary actions. The 388E is commonly used with local memory to store relative reference data regarding settings for functions in limited-space, panel-mount applications

Series 388E Applications

Rotary panel-mounted control for digital incremental adjustment: level control cursor control frequency control temperature control time control position sensors, etc. The 2-bit 388E provides enough output for the microprocessor to count the number of steps and determine the direction of rotation. By using the external function selector switch, one 2-bit 388E can be used to set several functions. The 388E is recommended for relative reference applications, where a starting point and setting level are stored in local memory, and a display is used to show the setting as the switch is rotated. It can replace multiple switches or up/ down switch schemes in the end product design.

. Compact - 1/2 in. (12.7mm) miniature, dust-free, modular size . High Resolution - Precision screen printed conductive
plastic element. 2-bit gray code in 4 pulse/16 detent and 6 pulse/24 detent versions.

Features

. Cost effective - Elimination of A/D converters . Expandable - Accepts push-push, push-pull and momentary action switches . Rugged - Horizontal or vertical mountings with . Stability - -40 C to +100 C operating temperature.
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support plates. Nickel plated brass shaft and bushings in various diameters and lengths. Withstands axial loads of 2 lbs. @ 1 in. (25.4mm) FMS. Ultrasonic welded, gold-plated terminals for strength. Low jitter.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Output Waveform

Incremental Control Diagram

.0015 uf 7 9 CUSTOMER LOGIC CIRCUITRY DIRECTION BINARY OUTPUT

1 0 1 0 CHANNEL R CHANNEL L

MAGNITUDE

5ms DELAY DEBOUNCE (MC 14490)

DECODE LOGIC

UP/DOWN COUNTER

CW ROTATION 1/4 PULSE PER DETENT

Series 388E Electrical Specifications

Series 388E Mechanical Specifications

Output 2-bit gray code, channel L leads channel R by 90o electrically in CW direction. Contact Resistance 2.5KOhm maximum Open Resistance 10 Megohms minimum Contact Rating 5 Vdc @ 5 ma Insulation Resistance 100 Megohm @ 50 Vdc Jitter (Bounce) 5 MS/cycle @ 15 RPM Dielectric Withstanding Voltage 900 Vac @ ATM Electrical Travel Continuous Operating Speed 30 RPM maximum

Operating Torque 1.0 - 5.5 oz. in. with detents Body Size (Single module) .5 in (12.70 mm) square +/-.031 in. (.790 mm), except at standoffs Terminals PC type style on .100 in. (25.4mm) Grid in line with gold plating to facilitate soldering Housing Molded thermoplastic Shafts Brass, nickel-plated, 1/8 in. (3.18 mm) diameter standard Bushings Brass, nickel-plated, 1/4 in.(6.35 mm) x 32 NEF-2A diameter with the length 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) standard Shaft Pull Force 7.5 lbs. maximum Shaft Side Load Force 2 lbs. maximum @ 1 in. (25.4 mm) from mounting surface Shaft End Play .010 in. (.254 mm) maximum Shaft Radial Play .010 in. (.254 mm) maximum @ 1 in. (25.4 mm) from mounting surface Mechanical Travel Continuous Rotational Life 100,000 shaft revolutions

Series 388E Operational Specifications

Dome Switch Specifications, continued

Temperature Range Operating temperature is -40oC to +100oC. Storage temperature is -55oC to +120oC. High Temperature Exposure 100oC @ 250 hrs. Contact resistance 2.5Kohm max. Humidity 95% RH @ 40oC for 10 days. Contact resistance 7.5Kohm max. Open R -1 Megohm min Shock 100G @ 6 MS per MIL-STD-202; method 213, condition I Vibration MIL-STD-202; method 204; condition C; part 2
Dome Switch Specifications

Contact Resistance Less than 10 ohms Insulation Resistance 1 Megohm Dielectric Withstanding Voltage 750V to ground 300V across terminals Operating Temperature -40oC to +100oC. Operating Force 12 oz. nominal Length of Throw .015 nominal
Dome Switch Dimensions

The dome switch is a push momentary action type modular assembly that will fit in the 388E modular assembly control.. Switch Type S.P.S.T. Contact Rating 125ma @ 28Vdc Mechanical Life 25,000 actuations
Dome Switch Specifications, continued next column

Bushing 1/4 x 1/4 in. (6.35 x 6.35mm) Shaft 1/8 in. (3.18mm) diameter x 3/4 in. (18.05mm) FMS long, screwdriver slotted Terminals .350 in. (8.89mm) standard length. .875 in. (22.23mm) maximum length. Locating Pin: 9 oclock

Figure 3

Series 388E Dimensions

MOUNTING SURFACE _ 19/32 + 1/64 _ (15.05mm + 0.40) _ 1/4 +1/64 _ (6.35mm + 0.40) _ (19.05mm + 0.79)
+0.010 .031 -0.000 +0.254 (0.79mm -0.000 )

_ 3/4 +1/32

_ (12.70mm + 0.79) 1/32

(0.79mm)

_ 1/2 +1/32

_ .250 +.005 _ (0.35mm + 0.13)

_ (2.34mm + 0.13) .031

(0.79mm)

_ .092 +.005

_ (12.70mm + 0.79) _ .125 + .001 _ (3.18mm + 0.03) .016

(0.41mm)

_ 1/2 +1/32

#1/4-32-NEF-2A
(6.35mm)

.016 .875 MAX

(22.23mm) (0.41mm)

_ (8.00mm + 0.25) .035 (8.00mm) DIAMETER

(3 PLACES)

_ .315 +.010

.022 MAX
(0.56mm)

.100 MAX
(2.54mm)

.100
(2.54mm)

.100 MAX
(2.54mm)

.100
(2.54mm)

_ .315 +.010 _ (8.00mm + 0.25)

MOUTING SURFACE

Figure 4

Series 388E with Dome Switch

_ (23.42mm + 0.40)

_ 59/44 +1/64

MOUNTING SURFACE 1/4-32 THREAD

(6.35mm)

_ .125 + .001 DIAMETER _ (3.18mm + 0.03)

.093 (2.36mm) TYPICAL TRAVEL

BUSHING _ _ + 1/32 ( + 0.79)

_ SHAFT+1/32 _ ( + 0.79) .055

(1.40mm)

.490
(12.45mm)

.250
(6.35mm)

.200 (5.06mm) .100 (2.54mm)

.035 (0.89mm)
DIAMETER (ON 5)

SERIES 388E MECHANICAL ENCODER, 4 OR 6 PULSE, WITH A MOMENTARY DOME SWITCH ON A SINGLE SHAFT

.400
(10.16mm)

.100 (2.54mm)

.835
(21.21mm)

.059 (1.50mm)
DIAMETER (ON 4)

Series 388E Standard Stock Options Stocked Part Numbers

Catalog Number 388EN-4P 388EN-6P 388EN-4P-DJ 388EN-6P-DJ

Description 4 puls/rev./chan 6 puls/rev./chan 4 puls/rev./chan 6 puls/rev./chan

Detents 16 24 16 24

Pulse 1/4/Det. 1/4/Det. 1/4/Det. 1/4/Det.

DJ Switch No No Yes Yes

Series 388E How to Order

Example: 388-E-N-4P-DJ
388 E N 4P DJ

Series

Encoder Shaft & Bushing Shaft: 1/8" dia. x 7/8" FMS long Bushing: 1/4" dia. x 1/4" long

Pulses Dome Switch 4P = 4 pulses/rev/channel Leave blank if dome (16 detents) switch is not required. 6P = 6 pulses/rev/channel (24 detents)

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