Get advanced precision in nearly every machining application

The SENC 150 is a versatile precision glass scale linear encoder with advanced precision technology from HEIDENHAIN. Its compact yet robust design reduces backlash, improves scale travel life, and provides high-accuracy feedback for EDMs, grinders, lathes, mills, inspection equipment, and beyond.

1,000,000+ glass scales from Acu-Rite Solutions are in use today

Boost quality and efficiency

The SENC 150 uses the reflected light method to increase machining accuracy, creating superior workpieces and time and cost savings. The glass resists size, shape, and density changes due to temperature and humidity variations.

Multiple resolutions (0.5 – 5µm)

Position-Trac™ restores workpiece zero

Distance-coded reference marks

Experience unmatched reliability

Acu-Rite Solutions linear encoders are the most reliable on the market. The SENC 150 is built for even the harshest machine shops and includes a scanning sensor for greater contamination resistance. Plus, it is easy to install and supported from North America.

IP 53 when installed per instructions; IP 64 with Air Purge

American-made in an ISO facility

Retrofit 100+ machine makes and models

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Frequently asked questions

The SENC 150 and SENC 50 linear encoders are very similar. The SENC 150 is available in a wider range of measuring lengths, 75 – 3,075mm vs. 25 – 500mm. The SENC 150 also has a slightly more rugged body, with a weight of 0.7 kg/meter of measuring length compared to 0.3 kg/meter.

The SENC 150 is a versatile linear encoder that can provide repeatable, high-accuracy feedback in almost any machining application and environment.

The SENC 150 linear encoder is a ball-bearing guided encoder designed to be both compact and robust. This versatility, along with flexible mounting options, makes it an ideal choice for retrofitting and/or metrology applications.

Get support for SENC 150

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Technical Support Call Center
Available 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT

USA: (847) 490-1191
Canada: +1 905 670 8900
Mexico: +52 449 913 0870

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