{"product_id":"omron-h8ps-8bfp-h8ps-series-cam-positioner","title":"Omron H8PS-8BFP H8PS Series Cam Positioner","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eProviding reliable electronic angular control to replace traditional mechanical cams, the \u003cstrong\u003eOmron H8PS-8BFP\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance 1\/4 DIN \u003cstrong\u003eCam Positioner\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for high-precision manufacturing applications. Featuring \u003cstrong\u003e8 PNP transistor outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, a highly visible back-lit liquid crystal display, and customizable encoder configuration settings, this controller guarantees rapid response times and consistent synchronization for processing machinery. The unit's hardware-level DIP switch allows engineers to quickly invert rotational feedback direction, matching the physical system layout without requiring complex software reprogramming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8 Transistor Outputs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Configured as PNP open-collector outputs to easily interface with modern PLC systems and industrial control networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/4 DIN Form Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard 96 x 96 mm face dimensions allow seamless installation in standard industrial enclosures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Contrast LCD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated backlight ensures absolute parameter legibility in dark or poorly-lit factory environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIP-Switch Direction Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toggle encoder rotation reading between Clockwise (CW) and Counter-Clockwise (CCW) directly via physical hardware switches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Mounting Methods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully compatible with standard 35 mm DIN rail tracking or flush panel-mounting arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging and Cartoning Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Controlling glue gun triggers, folding arms, and sealing bar timing relative to machine drive angles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Press Synchronizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitoring angular press position to coordinate load, press, and unload phases safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Rotary Tables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Synchronizing indexing steps and physical lock pin engagement cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConveyor Sorting Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Managing pusher and divert gate timing on continuous conveyor networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #e2e8f0; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eOmron Corporation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eH8PS-8BFP\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eElectronic Cam Positioner\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e20.4 to 26.4 VDC (24 VDC Nominal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNumber of Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e8 channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003ePNP Transistor (Open Collector)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eInput Source\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eDedicated Rotary Encoder Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eLCD with backlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePhysical Dimensions (Unpacked)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e96 mm (W) x 121.2 mm (H) x 58 mm (D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eApprox. 300 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e1.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-10 to 55 degC (with no icing or condensation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eH8PS-8BFP\u003c\/strong\u003e uses active-high \u003cstrong\u003ePNP transistor outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e. When replacing legacy systems, ensure compatibility with existing hardware; the sister model \u003cstrong\u003eH8PS-8BF\u003c\/strong\u003e features NPN (sinking) outputs, and installing the wrong variant will result in non-functioning signal transmission to your downstream PLC inputs. Both models utilize identical physical dimensions and mounting accessories, making mechanical swaps straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen utilizing multiple cam outputs operating at high duty cycles in enclosed control cabinets, monitor the internal temperature. If the internal panel environment regularly approaches 50 degC, maintain at least 10 mm of horizontal space between units to allow adequate convective cooling and prevent premature dimming of the back-lit LCD screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo prevent electro-magnetic interference (EMI) from distorting encoder pulses, always run the encoder feedback cable in a dedicated conduit separate from high-voltage motor and VFD lines. Ensure that the encoder shield is grounded at the controller side only to eliminate ground loop noise that could cause false position readings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Disconnect and isolate all electrical power sources before initiating panel installation or terminating wires. Verify the absence of residual voltage using a calibrated multimeter. Failure to de-energize the cabinet before terminal connection can cause fatal electrical shock or destroy internal sensor circuitry.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003ePrepare the panel cutout to standard 1\/4 DIN dimensions (92 x 92 mm, +0.8 mm tolerance) or mount a standard 35 mm DIN rail to the back panel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSet the physical DIP switches on the side of the H8PS-8BFP to choose the desired encoder rotation configuration (CW or CCW) prior to physical mounting.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eSecure the controller into the panel aperture using the supplied mounting brackets, ensuring a dust-tight seal, or snap the rear bracket onto the DIN rail tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 15px; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"color: #2d3748;\"\u003eTerminate the 24 VDC power supply lines, rotary encoder input connections, and PNP control output terminals according to the system wiring schematic.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Omron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53077909668203,"sku":"H8PS-8BFP","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/h8ps-8bfp-wrvqrchnmui.png?v=1775733855","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/omron-h8ps-8bfp-h8ps-series-cam-positioner","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}