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Accessories

• AVSK
  Shield kit to add magnetic shielding to AV56A, AV56S, AV67A, AV85A, AV115 encoders
• Cables and Connectors
  Continuous lengths up to 2000 feet Incremental and Absolute Assemblies & Stand-Alone Bulk Cable
• Encoder Couplings
  Magnetic, Flexible Helical, and Flexible Disc options available; Shaft sizes from 6mm-12mm and 1/4"-5/8"
• Encoder Programming Tool
  Reprogram PPR, Phasing, & More - Easy to use web-based tool - For AV6/HS6, AV30/HS40 Encoders
• K661
  Analog Tachogenerator Replacement: Frequency to DC High Voltage Converter
• XRB3
  Isolator for Class/Div & Class/Zone Level 1 Applications of Avtron SMARTSafe™ Incremental Encoders