SICK 1072254 PGT-10-Pro Standalone Encoder Programming Tool

Technical Overview

The SICK PGT-10-Pro is a standalone display programming tool for compatible programmable incremental and SSI absolute encoders. A four-line LCD with 16 characters per line and local arrow, Enter and Esc buttons support parameter entry and readback. The tool operates from four 1.5 V batteries and supplies the connected encoder during programming, without requiring a PC or mains connection. Internal memory supports individual configurations and cloning to additional encoders of the same type; an optional FAT32 SD card stores transferable parameter sets. A nine-pin SUB-D male connector accepts the designated encoder-specific adapter cable. Compatibility depends on encoder type and firmware, with IP40 protection, 0 to +40 °C operation and configurable access restrictions.

Battery-powered standalone encoder programming tool with four-line LCD, parameter readback, internal configuration memory and optional FAT32 SD-card storage.

Key Features

PGT-10-Pro / 1072254: standalone display programming tool

For compatible programmable SICK incremental and SSI absolute encoders; type and firmware restrictions apply

LCD with four lines of 16 characters; Up, Down, Enter and Esc buttons

Four 1.5 V batteries; supplies the encoder while programming; no PC or mains required

Nine-pin SUB-D male connector; designated encoder-specific adapter cable required

Individual parameter programming and encoder-setting readback

Internal memory and Quick Clone for additional encoders of the same type

Optional FAT32 SD-card storage and transfer; SD card supplied separately

Configurable user rights, including Read Only; password protection applies to Setup menu

IP40; 0 to +40 °C operation; automatic shutdown after one minute of inactivity

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Functional role	Standalone encoder parameter programming, storage and readback
Supported families	Compatible programmable DFS60, DFV60, AFS/AFM60 SSI and AHS/AHM36 SSI; designated adapter and supported firmware required
Incremental compatibility conditions	DFS60B/A-xxP or -xxM and DFV60A-22P: firmware V10 or later, or date code 1505 onward; DFS2xA-xxP: firmware V10 or later, or date code 1517 onward; exact ordering pattern per manufacturer compatibility table
Absolute compatibility conditions	AFS60B/A-xxP and AFM60B/A-xxP, -xxR or -xxS: firmware V09a or later, or date code 1519 onward; AHS36A/AHM36A-xxP: firmware V1.43 or later, or date code 1440 onward; exact ordering pattern per manufacturer compatibility table
Display	LCD; four lines of 16 characters each
Local controls	Up and Down arrows; Enter; Esc
Communication indicator	Green LED during data transfer to or from encoder
Power supply	Four 1.5 V batteries; no PC/laptop or mains connection required
Encoder supply	Connected encoder is supplied through the PGT-10-Pro during programming
Connection	Nine-pin SUB-D male connector
Required adapter	Only the designated adapter cable suitable for the selected encoder; ordered separately
Individual programming	Set a supported parameter and transfer it to the connected encoder; confirmation after successful programming
Incremental parameter functions	Zero pulse position; pulses per revolution; electrical interface; electrical/mechanical zero pulse width; rotation direction; availability depends on encoder
Absolute parameter functions	Operating mode; steps per revolution; number of revolutions; round axis; preset; rotation direction; incremental electrical interface; position-bit start/end; position-error bit; SSI code type and mode; type dependent
Internal memory	Configuration saving, readback and programming; connected suitable encoder required to prepare parameter sets
Quick Clone	Read settings to tool memory and program additional supported encoders of the same type
SD-card functions	Save/read/program parameter sets; FAT32 format; card not included; saved parameter values usable with PGT-10-Pro and PGT-08-S
Readback	Read Encoder Settings function for parameter verification
User rights	All functions; resolution/interface/zero only; zero pulse position only; preset position only; SD-card programming/read only; Read Only; as applicable to encoder type
Password protection	Setup menu only; user rights may also be assigned without a password
Menu language	Selectable menu language; Setup menu remains in English
Firmware update	Firmware file via SD card; fresh batteries required to maintain power throughout the update
Automatic shutdown	After one minute of inactivity; any pushbutton switches device on
IP rating	IP40
Operating temperature	0 to +40 °C
Storage temperature	−20 to +85 °C
Items supplied	One standalone PGT-10-Pro and four 1.5 V alkaline batteries
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	10 x 8.1 x 3.25

Parameter

Value

Functional role

Standalone encoder parameter programming, storage and readback

Supported families

Compatible programmable DFS60, DFV60, AFS/AFM60 SSI and AHS/AHM36 SSI; designated adapter and supported firmware required

Incremental compatibility conditions

DFS60B/A-xxP or -xxM and DFV60A-22P: firmware V10 or later, or date code 1505 onward; DFS2xA-xxP: firmware V10 or later, or date code 1517 onward; exact ordering pattern per manufacturer compatibility table

Absolute compatibility conditions

AFS60B/A-xxP and AFM60B/A-xxP, -xxR or -xxS: firmware V09a or later, or date code 1519 onward; AHS36A/AHM36A-xxP: firmware V1.43 or later, or date code 1440 onward; exact ordering pattern per manufacturer compatibility table

Display

LCD; four lines of 16 characters each

Local controls

Up and Down arrows; Enter; Esc

Communication indicator

Green LED during data transfer to or from encoder

Power supply

Four 1.5 V batteries; no PC/laptop or mains connection required

Encoder supply

Connected encoder is supplied through the PGT-10-Pro during programming

Connection

Nine-pin SUB-D male connector

Required adapter

Only the designated adapter cable suitable for the selected encoder; ordered separately

Individual programming

Set a supported parameter and transfer it to the connected encoder; confirmation after successful programming

Incremental parameter functions

Zero pulse position; pulses per revolution; electrical interface; electrical/mechanical zero pulse width; rotation direction; availability depends on encoder

Absolute parameter functions

Operating mode; steps per revolution; number of revolutions; round axis; preset; rotation direction; incremental electrical interface; position-bit start/end; position-error bit; SSI code type and mode; type dependent

Internal memory

Configuration saving, readback and programming; connected suitable encoder required to prepare parameter sets

Quick Clone

Read settings to tool memory and program additional supported encoders of the same type

SD-card functions

Save/read/program parameter sets; FAT32 format; card not included; saved parameter values usable with PGT-10-Pro and PGT-08-S

Readback

Read Encoder Settings function for parameter verification

User rights

All functions; resolution/interface/zero only; zero pulse position only; preset position only; SD-card programming/read only; Read Only; as applicable to encoder type

Password protection

Setup menu only; user rights may also be assigned without a password

Menu language

Selectable menu language; Setup menu remains in English

Firmware update

Firmware file via SD card; fresh batteries required to maintain power throughout the update

Automatic shutdown

After one minute of inactivity; any pushbutton switches device on

IP rating

IP40

Operating temperature

0 to +40 °C

Storage temperature

−20 to +85 °C

Items supplied

One standalone PGT-10-Pro and four 1.5 V alkaline batteries

Dimensions L x W x H (cm)

10 x 8.1 x 3.25

Industrial Applications

1. Setting an incremental encoder for a machine interface

A machine commissioning station can connect a supported programmable incremental encoder through its designated adapter cable and enter the required pulse and electrical-interface settings locally. The PGT-10-Pro supplies the encoder during programming and shows parameter values on its four-line display. The technician uses the encoder’s documented type and firmware compatibility and reads the settings back after transfer.

Problem Solved

Local parameter entry and readback help commissioning staff establish the required encoder configuration at the machine, using battery power and the supported encoder-specific programming connection.

Incremental setup Local display Battery operation

2. Applying the same configuration to a batch of encoders

A machine builder can prepare a supported encoder with its required settings, save those values through Quick Clone and connect additional encoders of the same type in sequence. The tool transfers the retained parameter set from internal memory to each connected device. Readback allows the operator to review the programmed settings before disconnecting each encoder for installation.

Problem Solved

A retained same-type configuration reduces repeated manual parameter entry across a batch, while readback gives the operator a consistent way to review each programmed encoder.

Batch configuration Quick Clone Internal memory

3. Reviewing encoder settings with restricted tool access

Maintenance staff can connect a supported encoder through the designated adapter and review its existing configuration on the local display. A configured Read Only user-right setting limits available functions to reading, supporting a settings review during fault investigation. The review can compare the displayed parameters with the machine record while respecting the supported encoder type and firmware requirements.

Problem Solved

Restricted read access helps maintenance staff inspect encoder settings during troubleshooting, keeping the tool’s available functions focused on reviewing the existing configuration for comparison with machine records.

Settings review Read Only access Local readback