Level Converters

Level converters adjust encoder signal voltages to match the input requirements of control systems, ensuring accurate and reliable communication between devices. They are essential in applications where mismatched voltage levels can lead to errors, signal loss, or even equipment damage.

At Encoder Technology, we supply robust level converters for a wide range of industrial environments. With same-day UK delivery and expert advice, we help you integrate dependable signal conditioning into your operations quickly and with confidence.

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  • Features

    • 2 pulse inputs with format  A, B, Z [HTL] or A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z [RS422]
    • Input frequency up to 250 kHz for asymmetrical and up to 1 MHz for symmetric signals
    • 2 control inputs for HTL / PNP signals [10 ... 30 VDC]
    • 2 output channels with format  A, B, Z [HTL] or A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z [RS422], each output adjustable separately
    • Power supply 12 ... 30 VDC
    • Snap-on housing for top-hat rail (according to EN 60715)

  • Features

    • Pulse input in format A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z [RS422, HTL]
    • Pulse input in format A, B, Z [HTL]
    • Input frequency up to 1 MHz
    • Pulse output in format A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z [RS422, HTL]
    • Pulse output in format A, B, Z [HTL]
    • Power supply 9 ... 30 VDC
    • Settings via DIL switches
    • Level conversion (RS422, HTL single-ended, HTL differential, TTL and vice versa)
    • Division of two-track A / B pulses with adjustable ratio 1: 1 to 1: 4096
    • Division of the Z pulse with adjustable ratio 1: 1 to 1: 256
    • External HTL signals for various functions
    • Implementation between the two types of representations for the direction of rotation (A / B 90 °, A/B Dir and vice versa, Division possible)
    • Snap-on housing for top-hat rail (acc. EN 60715)
    • Dimension (B x H X T) 22,5 x 102 x 102 mm

  • Features

    • Pulse input with format A, B, Z [HTL] (10 ... 30 V)
    • Input frequency max. 200 kHz
    • Pulse output with format A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z [RS422 / TTL]
    • Power supply 5 VDC
    • Converts HTL levels (A / B / Z) in TTL / RS422, incl. the inverted signals
    • Converts also static/separate directional information into a dual channel A / B signal with a 90° phase shift
    • Open print version with plastic snap-on housing for top-hat rail (according to EN 60715)

  • Features

    • Pulse input with format A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z [TTL / RS422]
    • Input frequency max. 200 kHz
    • Pulse output with format A, B, Z [HTL]
    • Power supply 10 ... 30 VDC
    • Converts TTL / RS422 signals (A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z) in  HTL format with an output level of 10 ... 30 VDC
    • Generates additionally an A / B directional information with 90° phase shift‚ a static HIGH / LOW directional signal or separate directional pulses
    • Open print version with plastic snap-on housing for top-hat rail (according to EN 60715)

  • Features

    • 1 pulse input with format A, B, Z [HTL] or A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z [RS422]
    • Input frequency up to 500 kHz
    • 1 pulse output with format A, /A, B, /B, Z, /Z [RS422, HTL]
    • Power supply 5 ... 30 VDC
    • Potential separation between input and output
    • Possibility to convert A, B / 90 ° directional information into static directional signal and vice versa
    • Connections on the input as well as on the output either via sub-D plugs or plug-in screw terminals (parallel connections)
    • Snap-on housing for top-hat rail (according to EN 60715)

 

Level Converters to Protect System Integrity

Level converters play a critical role wherever encoder signal voltages and controller input requirements don’t align. Many control systems operate at specific voltage thresholds, and connecting mismatched devices without adjustment risks communication errors, unstable signals, or hardware damage. Level converters bridge this gap, ensuring clean, compatible signals across your setup.

They are available in different formats to meet varying needs. Standard level converters handle basic voltage adjustments between typical encoder outputs and PLCs. Logic level converters are designed for low-voltage digital systems, maintaining signal clarity in sensitive electronics. Compact units are ideal for installations with limited space, while industrial-grade designs withstand demanding environments with heat, vibration, and electrical noise.

Typical applications include connecting encoders to CNC controllers, integrating sensors into robotic systems, or maintaining compatibility in mixed-voltage automated production lines.

Logic Level Converters for Compatibility and Safety

Engineers choose level converters because they offer a simple, effective way to maintain system compatibility and protect equipment. They help prevent damage to sensitive components, reduce troubleshooting time, and ensure that feedback signals remain consistent even in challenging environments.

  • Protect equipment: Prevents overvoltage or undervoltage damage to controllers and encoders.
  • Maintain accuracy: Delivers clean, stable signals that controllers can read reliably.
  • Simplify integration: Makes it easier to combine devices with different voltage standards.
  • Save costs: Avoids the need to replace encoders or controllers to match voltage levels.

Reduce downtime: Ensures stable communication and helps systems recover quickly if disrupted.

Why Choose Our Level Converters

Our logic level converters keep your systems compatible, reliable, and protected. They enable smooth integration between legacy equipment and modern controllers, and they maintain clear, accurate signals across mixed-voltage automation systems.

We provide same-day UK delivery and expert advice to help you find the right converter fast. From upgrading CNC lines to optimising robotic cells and maintaining complex production lines, our team helps you select the best solution with confidence.

Explore our signal converters category for related products like analogue converters and frequency dividers. Contact us for expert support.

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