**Product Name:** BEGE Flanged Encoder Absolute MIG AST-160-14-B018-7, BiSS 18 BIT, 2m cable, aluminum

**Encoder Type:** MIG AST is an absolute single-turn encoder that retains its position data after power loss, ensuring continuous, precise position feedback essential for advanced control systems.

**High Resolution:** Offers 18-bit resolution (262,144 pulses/revolution) for superior position accuracy, crucial in robotics, CNC machinery, packaging, and automated assembly lines requiring precise motion control.

**Communication Protocol:** Supports BiSS output, a robust open-source protocol for fast, interference-free, and safe transfer of high-resolution position and speed data, ideal for integration with modern automated control systems.

**Motor Mounting Compatibility:** Designed for IEC norm 71B5 motors with a 160 mm outer flange diameter, 130 mm BCD, and 14 mm shaft diameter, facilitating direct integration with standard drive systems and retrofitting applications.

**Rugged Construction:** Constructed from high-grade aluminum for lightweight durability and resistance to harsh operating conditions, ensuring long operational life and minimal maintenance.

**Environmental Protection:** Offers IP55/IP67 protection, making it suitable for demanding industrial environments, safeguarding against dust, water jets, and temporary immersion in water.

**Cable Length:** Supplied with a 2-meter shielded cable for flexible installation options and ease of integration within complex machinery setups.

**Applications:** Perfect for precise positioning and feedback in industries such as material handling, process automation, robotics, conveyor systems, and advanced manufacturing where absolute position data is critical.

**MIG AST vs. Other BEGE Encoders:** While MIG Basic serves standard incremental feedback needs, and MIG Nova+ offers higher incremental resolution and signal stability for precision automation, MIG AST stands out with its ability to preserve position after power-off, enabling uncompromising reliability in safety-critical and advanced automation applications.