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Radio Energie RDC 40 Tacho Generator FAQ
What is the Radio Energie RDC 40 Tacho Generator?
The **Radio Energie RDC 40 Tacho Generator** is a DC hollow shaft tachogenerator designed for mounting on a smooth shaft end, making it particularly suitable for applications in the lift industry. Production of this model ceased in June 2015. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
What are the key features of the RDC 40 Tacho Generator?
The **Radio Energie RDC 40 Tacho Generator** offers several notable features:
- Construction: DC hollow shaft tachogenerator with rotor/stator set.
- Excitation: Permanent-magnet excitation.
- Mounting: Designed for mounting on a smooth shaft end.
- Commutator: Positioned on the opposite side of the mounting.
What are the electrical specifications of the RDC 40 Tacho Generator?
The **Radio Energie RDC 40 Tacho Generator** has the following electrical specifications:
- Open Circuit Voltage at 1000 RPM: 60 V.
- Voltage Gradient: 0.06 V/rpm.
- Armature Resistance: 250 Ω.
- Maximum Thermal Load: 0.06 A.
- Maximum Allowed Speed: 5000 RPM.
What are the mechanical specifications of the RDC 40 Tacho Generator?
The **Radio Energie RDC 40 Tacho Generator** has the following mechanical specifications:
- Shaft Diameter: 12 to 16 mm.
- Mounting: Smooth shaft end with commutator on the opposite side.
- Commutator Material: Silver collector.
What is the recommended replacement for the RDC 40 Tacho Generator?
For applications requiring a similar tachogenerator, the **Baumer GT7 series** is a suitable alternative. The GT7 series features a blind hollow shaft with diameters ranging from 12 to 16 mm and a housing diameter of 85 mm. It offers temperature compensation of tacho voltage as standard, with an open circuit voltage of 10 to 60 mV per rpm. The GT7 series is known for its high signal quality due to patented LongLife technology and does not require an auxiliary energy source. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}