CANcoder®- CAN Bus Magnetic Encoder

The CANcoder® is a high-performance rotary magnetic encoder designed for advanced robotics, FRC, and automation applications. Communicating directly over the CAN bus, the CANcoder® supports both CAN FD and CAN 2.0, delivering accurate position and velocity measurements with resolutions comparable to the SRX Magnetic Encoder.

Available in both Wired (pre-soldered power and CAN connections) and Standard (PCB-only) versions, the CANcoder® provides flexible integration options for a variety of robotics and automation systems. It is fully compatible with Phoenix Pro, enabling seamless real-time feedback, monitoring, and control within the CTR Electronics ecosystem.

Key Features

• Rotary magnetic encoder with high-resolution position and velocity feedback
• Supports CAN FD and CAN 2.0 communication protocols
• Compatible with Phoenix 6 software and Phoenix Pro licensing for advanced motor feedback
• Available in Standard (no wires) and Wired (pre-soldered wires) versions
• Wired version includes pre-soldered power and CAN bus connections with color-coded twisted pairs
• ESD protection up to 30 kV
• Compact, durable design for robust performance in competitive robotics and industrial automation

Product Benefits

• Accurate Motion Feedback: Enables precise motor control, drivetrain tuning, and sensor integration for FRC and custom robotics projects.
  
• Flexible Integration: Standard or wired versions allow easy adaptation to diverse mechanical layouts and control systems.
  
• Phoenix Pro Compatibility: Seamless integration with CTR Electronics software unlocks advanced monitoring, data logging, and motion control features.
  

Reliable Performance: Low current draw, ESD protection, and robust construction ensure consistent operation in high-demand robotics and automation environments.

Wired CANcoder® Specifications

The wired version of this product comes with power & CAN wires already soldered to the board. There are three sets of twisted pairs soldered to the board (1 for power and 2 for CAN bus). More information on the wires can be found in the table below

Technical Specifications

NOTE: Some Fall 2022 Units have a housing bottom with a tab that is too long. See Section 6.1 of the CANcoder User's Guide for the recommended fix.