AMM/AMS Sensors

Non-Contacting Analog Rotary Position Sensors

The Bourns non-contacting analog rotary position sensor features a programmable magnetic technology that attributes to its high resistance to shock, vibration, dust, and moisture.

A rotary position sensor translates angular mechanical position to an electrical signal. Rotary position sensors are designed for applications that typically require frequent adjustment. Shaftless designs allow for different engagement mechanisms, such as a customized shaft, a motor control, a human interface adjustment or a mechanical arm position locator. Rotary position sensors can be used in applications where a user needs to control a variable output such as a frequency, speed or volume control. Typical applications include material handling and packaging equipment, medical equipment positioning and mobility controls, factory automation, off-road/construction equipment, test and measurement, and clean energy.

List of Series
Series AMS22B AMS22S AMS22U AMM20B
Product Photo Bourns AMS22B Bourns AMS22S Bourns AMS22U Bourns AMM20B
Type Non-Contacting Analog Rotary Position Sensor Non-Contacting Analog Rotary Position Sensor Non-Contacting Analog Rotary Position Sensor Non-Contacting Analog Rotary Position Sensor
Package Diameter 22 mm round 22 mm round 22 mm round 20 mm x 14 mm
Sealable IP50 IP50 IP50 IP50
Detents No No No No
Switch No No No No
Shaft Metal Metal Metal Metal
Bushing Metal - - -
Therminal Configuration Axial Solder Lugs Axial Solder Lugs Axial Solder Lugs Axial Solder Lugs
Resolution Range 12 bits 12 bits 12 bits 12 bits
Rotational Speed 500 RPM 200 RPM 1000 RPM 500 RPM
Rotational Life 50 million shaft revolutions 50 million shaft revolutions 100 million shaft revolutions 50 million shaft revolutions
Number of Turns 1, Continuous 1, Continuous 1, Continuous 3, 5 or 10
Supply Voltage, D.C. 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
Mounting Type Bushing Mount Servo Mount Servo Mount Bushing Mount
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