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HEDR-5xxx High Resolution Series

Three Channel Quick Assembly Encoders

Application Note 5560

Introduction

This application note provides step by step instructions 

for mounting the new Avago HEDR-5xxx series encoders 

onto a motor.
The Avago HEDR-5xxx series encoders are designed to 

cater for existing HEDS-5xxx series users who wish to up-

grade due to higher CPR requirements. Therefore the base 

plate and outer diameter of these encoders are compat-

ible with the legacy HEDS-5xxx series.
The Avago HEDR-5xxx series have been specially designed 

for easy installation while ensuring that the chance of fin-

ger contact with the internal code wheel is eliminated.

Encoder Mounting and Assembly Instruction

The HEDR-5xxx comes in the form of 3 parts; namely 

the base plate, centering tool and encoder body unit.  

See figure 1.

Figure 3. Recommended motor mounting dimension 

Align and install the screws* through the encoder base 

plate and into the motor. See figure 3. Refer to Table 1 for 

recommended torque.

* Depending on the motor type, two or three screws will be required.

Figure 2. Base plate to motor shaft assembly

Step 1.  Centering the base plate

Place the base plate over the motor shaft as shown in fig-

ure 2.  Slide the centering tool over the motor shaft, and 

ensure that it is aligned to the hole in the center of the 

base plate.

Figure 1. HEDR-5xxx exploded assembly view

Centering tool

Base plate

Screws

Encoder

body unit

Table 1. Recommended screw torque settings

Screw Size

Torque Range (in-lbs)

#0-80 or M1.6

0.4 to 0.8

#2-56 or M2.5

0.9 to 2.0

NOTE: It is recommended that adhesives be applied to the screw-base 

plate interface to prevent the screws loosening during operation.

Note:  Screws are not included

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