Product detailed description

The SKF AHE-5558B Steering Encoder Unit is engineered to deliver accurate monitoring of steering direction and speed, making it ideal for applications in industrial and off-highway vehicles. This unit employs non-contact sensor technology, ensuring durability and minimal maintenance requirements.

Key Features:

• Non-Contact Sensor Technology: Utilizes Hall effect sensors to detect steering wheel position without physical contact, reducing wear and enhancing reliability.

• Compact Design: The unit's compact form factor facilitates ergonomic system designs and simplifies integration into various vehicle configurations.

• Maintenance-Free Operation: Designed for long service life without the need for adjustment or relubrication, minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.

• Redundant Signal Outputs: Provides two independent sensor channels to ensure signal redundancy, enhancing system safety and reliability.

• Constant Friction Torque: Incorporates a friction mechanism that delivers consistent steering feel, improving operator comfort and control.

Technical Specifications:

• Weight: Approximately 0.07 kg.

• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C.

• Maximum Rotation Speed: Up to 5,000 rpm.

• Signal Output: Square wave A and B in quadrature, incremental.

• Electrical Interface: Open-collector push-pull.

• Power Supply: 5 to 24 V DC.

• Resolution: 32 pulses per revolution, resulting in 128 electrical events per revolution.

• Duty Cycle: 50% ±10%.

• Phase Shift: 90° ±30°.

• Period Accuracy: ±4%.

• Phase Shift Max: 90° ±30°.

• Mounting Dimensions: Bore diameter: 6 mm; Outside diameter: 32 mm; Width: 19 mm.

• Cable Length: 527 mm.

• Performance Level: Suitable for steer-by-wire systems up to performance level PL = d (ISO 13849).

The SKF AHE-5558B Steering Encoder Unit is designed to meet the demands of modern steering systems, offering a reliable and efficient solution for vehicle manufacturers and operators.