About Us
ionia Automation technologies is a global technology company developing RF-based industrial automation solutions for the wire and cable manufacturing industry. Our flagship product WENC2 eliminates slip-ring dependency on rotating machinery.
"Engineering precision, delivering globally."
Every product is validated through thousands of hours of testing in demanding factory environments. Technical documentation in 7 languages, a global sales network and remote technical support serve customers worldwide.
WENC2 — Wireless Encoder System
Cut the cable, not the signal.
WENC2
Wireless Encoder Transmission System
Transmits encoder signals from rotating machinery over 5 GHz WiFi 6 — no slip rings, no cable fatigue, no maintenance downtime. Under 1 ms typical RTT for real-time position and speed tracking.
| Wireless | 5 GHz WiFi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Latency | < 1 ms typical RTT |
| Channels | 1 / 2 / 3 encoders (S, D, T) |
| Signal | Differential A, /A, B, /B |
| Power | 10..30V DC |
| Range | 200 m+ (line of sight) |
Why WENC2?
Eliminates every chronic failure mode of wired encoder transmission.
| Attribute | Traditional Slip-Ring | WENC2 |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Periodic carbon brush replacement | Maintenance-free |
| Noise | Mechanical contact noise | Digital wireless |
| Lifetime | Limited by brush and ring wear | Solid-state electronics |
| Install | Requires mechanical precision | Plug-and-play |
| Range | Physical constraint | 200 m+ |
| Latency | Electrical instant | < 1 ms RTT |
Model Variants
Three ready variants selected by channel count
| Model | Encoder Channels | Typical Application |
|---|---|---|
| WENC2-S | 1 encoder (Single) | Single-motor winder, payoff, crane |
| WENC2-D | 2 encoders (Dual) | Tension control, dual-axis drives |
| WENC2-T | 3 encoders (Triple) | Multi-axis cable and wire lines |
Documents
Brochure, datasheet and installation guide — in 7 languages
All WENC2 technical documentation available from one page: Turkish, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Russian.
Industries We Serve
WENC2 is deployed across demanding industrial environments where slip-rings fail
Cable Manufacturing
Wire drawing, stranding, and insulation lines
Wire & Rope
Rotating payoffs, bunching, and rope twisting
Cranes & Hoists
Cable drums, winches, rotary joint replacement
Spooling & Winding
High-speed rewinders, take-up reels
Extrusion Lines
Capstan wheels, haul-offs, speed feedback
Test Benches
Encoder simulators, commissioning rigs
Application Examples
Real-world deployments across the wire and cable industry
Slip-ring elimination on rotating payoff
A European cable manufacturer replaced 6 failing slip-ring assemblies on a high-speed wire drawing line with WENC2-D units. Previous MTBF was 8 months — WENC2 has been running 2 years zero maintenance.
Rotary strander encoder feedback
A Turkish rope manufacturer installed WENC2-T on a 36-bobbin buncher. The rotating cage previously required monthly brush inspection. WENC2 delivered continuous encoder signal with <1ms latency to the drive.
Hoisting drum position tracking
Port authority replaced slip-ring on gantry crane hoist drum. WENC2-S transmits encoder position to the drive cabinet 180m away. Survived salt-air corrosion that destroyed mechanical rings.
See WENC2 in Action
Product overview and application demonstration
Frequently Asked Questions
WENC2 delivers 200 m+ line-of-sight range on the 5 GHz band. Optimal performance in industrial environments depends on antenna positioning.
WENC2 supports incremental HTL/TTL encoders with differential A, /A, B, /B signals. On 2-wire encoders, /A and /B are bridged to GND. Encoder power is provided via TX pin 3 as a filtered +23.5V output.
Three variants: WENC2-S (1 encoder), WENC2-D (2 encoders), WENC2-T (3 encoders).
Email info@ionia-automation.com or use the contact form on this page. Our team will reply with pricing, lead time and configuration advice.
All WENC2 products carry a 2-year warranty. 24/7 technical support via support@ionia-automation.com.
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