Bourns New 12mm Dual Concentric Rotary Encoder Offers Dual Encoders in a Single Package

Bourns New 12mm Dual Concentric Rotary Encoder Offers Dual Encoders in a Single Package

The PEC11D series provides highly reliable solutions to meet the design requirements of various space-constrained applications. February 9, 2022 - Bourns, a world-renowned leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components, has launched a new 12mm dual concentric rotary encoder series, which has two encoders in a single package.

Bourns® PEC11D helps designers use only a single encoder in applications that require the functionality of two encoders. With a high IP40 sealing rating, 15,000-cycle life rating, and -40 to +85°C operating temperature, the Bourns® PEC11D series provides a high-reliability solution for a wide range of applications such as professional audio and lighting, communications, test and measurement equipment, low/medium risk medical** diagnostic and laboratory equipment, and industrial automation control. Bourns' new encoder series features a metal bushing and metal dual concentric shaft with two-position quadrature outputs that provide phase and direction information. The series also features a momentary push button switch with a 20,000-cycle rated switching life.

In addition, high-stroke and standard-stroke switch options are available in the same package size, allowing the encoder to adapt to individual customer needs and application environments. Alain Leon, Bourns Sensor Product Line Manager, said: "More than 70 years ago, Bourns led the market with a breakthrough potentiometer design that successfully improved instrument performance. The new dual-concentric rotary encoder with switch launched today is Bourns' first dual-concentric rotary encoder designed to meet today's circuit board density requirements, and it is also a successful example of Bourns' continued commitment to developing high-quality products with advanced functions and innovation."

Bourns® PEC11D encoders are available now and are fully RoHS* compliant. For more detailed product information, please visit: www.bourns.com/en-chs/products/encoders/contacting-encoders. *RoHS Directive 2015/863 as of March 31, 2015 and Annex. **Bourns products qualify as “halogen free” when (a) the bromine content is 900 ppm or less, (b) the chlorine content is 900 ppm or less, and (c) the combined bromine and chlorine content is 1500 ppm or less.