MT6816 Magnetic Encoder
The MT6816 is a high-resolution 12-bit magnetic encoder that provides absolute angle measurement using a Hall-effect sensing principle. Designed for reliable and contactless rotary position sensing, it features multiple digital output modes and supports both incremental and absolute outputs via I²C, PWM, or ABI interfaces.
Key Features:
- 12-bit Absolute Angle Resolution (0.088° steps)
- Contactless Magnetic Sensing: No mechanical wear
- Multiple Output Modes: I²C, PWM, and ABI (A/B/Z)
- Wide Voltage Range: Operates from 3.3V to 5V
- High-Speed Response: Suitable for real-time motion systems
- Compact Design: Easily fits into rotary applications
- Low Power Operation: Ideal for embedded and portable systems
- Model: MT6816
- Sensor Type: Magnetic rotary encoder
- Resolution: 12-bit (4096 positions per revolution)
- Output Interfaces:
- I²C (0x36 default address)
- PWM
- ABI Quadrature (A/B/Z signals)
- Operating Voltage: 3.3V – 5V DC
- Current Consumption: ~10 mA (typical)
- Angle Range: 0° to 360° absolute position
- Magnet Type: Radial or axial aligned (6 mm preferred)
- Response Time: <1 ms
- Module Size: ~20 mm × 17 mm
- Weight: ~3 g
- Servo motor feedback and control
- Robotics joint angle sensing
- CNC and rotary tool position monitoring
- Encoder-based motor controllers
- Precision rotation and dial systems