Integrated Measuring Systems

IMS integrated measuring system

The Rexroth ball and roller rail systems are available with fully integrated inductive length measuring system. The length measuring system consists of a scanner, a scale, reference marks, and the absolute code band. The scanner with sensors is mounted on the runner block. As it travels over them, it evaluates the scale, the reference marks or the absolute code band integrated in the guide rail. This mechatronic system combines the functions of guidance and measurement into one unit and opens up new, ideal opportunities in machine design.

Highlights:

▶ Guide system and measuring system form a single unit, based on standard guide elements (use of standard runner block on IMS guide rail possible)
▶ No additional installation space required
▶ No additional mounting surfaces required for measuring systems
▶ No measurement inaccuracies due to parallelism offset between the measuring system and the guide system
▶ Retrofitting and replacement possible without any problems thanks to the proven Rexroth interchangeable design
▶ Position measurement directly on the workpiece/tool
▶ Protection class IP67 without additional measures
▶ Full integration of the measuring system components into the guide system means no complex mounting or adjustment work is needed
▶ Runner block, scanner, and guide rail are individually interchangeable

Ball Runner Blocks IMS-A (Absolute)

Ball Guide Rails IMS-A (Absolute)

Ball Runner Blocks IMS-I (Incremental)

Ball Guide Rails IMS-I (Incremental)

Roller Runner Blocks IMS

Roller Guide Rails IMS

Accessories for integrated measuring systems

Encoder Cable

Connection Plug

Integrated Measuring Systems IMS compact

With the integrated measuring system IMScompact, the measuring sensor is fully integrated in the runner block – this not only saves a lot of installation space, but also budget, since there are no add-on parts. The IMScompact is suitable for numerous handling tasks in automation. It enables measurement lengths of up to 17,8 meters and is available for ball rail systems from size 15. The integration in the runner block also ensures a high level of EMC protection and thus offers you new possibilities for your automation solution in conjunction with linear motors.