Length measuring systems – For maximum precision and high processing speed.
So we meet your requirements precisely.
In your production, machines work with high demands on positioning accuracy and processing speed? Then our length measuring devices at SCHMACHTL are a good option to eliminate sources of error and increase efficiency. Our well-thought-out and individually designed length measuring systems capture the position of linear axes without additional mechanical transmission elements, thereby excluding backlash, pitch errors, and the heating of the ball screw spindle. Choose from our wide range of enclosed and open length measuring devices!
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Comprehensive services - from technical consulting to maintenance - ensure you optimal support in every project phase. Here you can find our SCHMACHTL services.
Our many years of experience and profound expertise guarantee you competent advice and tailor-made solutions.
We offer you a diverse selection of products and solutions for your individual needs.
Benefit from our comprehensive network in research, industry, and education - for future-proof and innovative solutions.
With our regional presence, we are always close to you and quickly available for you.
We develop custom solutions tailored to your specific requirements.
At SCHMACHTL, we hold our suppliers to the same high standards as we do ourselves. Only those who can keep up here deserve our long-standing trust.
Encapsulated Length Measuring Devices - High Accuracy and Robust Design.
Our solutions for enclosed length measuring devices offer a number of advantages. For example, an aluminum housing protects the scale, scanning carriage, and guide from chips, dust, and splashing water. Elastic sealing lips close downwards. Therefore, we recommend our enclosed length measuring devices especially for use on controlled and manually operated machine tools. Choose now!
LC 100 – Absolute length measuring device with large-profile scale housing.
Our length measuring device of the LC 100 series stands out with its robust design, high vibration resistance, and large measuring lengths. These qualities make it a top-notch option for use in a harsh working environment.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
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For highly dynamic linear axes with lengths of up to 4240 mm
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Particularly reliable and accurate position detection
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Proven industry standard for measuring devices in machine tools
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Also available with "Functional Safety"
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Interfaces: EnDat, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, and DRIVE-CLiQ
LC 400 – Absolute length measuring device with low-profile scale housing.
Due to their compact design and precise measurements, our encapsulated length measuring devices of the LC 400 series are an excellent option for very tight installation conditions.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- Particularly easy installation with mounting rail
- Also available with "Functional Safety"
- Interfaces: EnDat, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, and DRIVE-CLiQ
LF 185 – Incremental length measuring device with low-profile scale housing.
Our encapsulated length measuring devices of the LF 185 series offer high accuracy in a small space. A ceramic coupling, which wears very little, ensures that no inaccuracies due to wear occur throughout the entire life cycle of the length measuring device.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For linear axes with a length of up to 3040 mm
- Very high repeatability
- Very small signal periods (4 µm)
- Interface: 1 VSS
LF 485 - Incremental length measuring device with low-profile scale housing.
Our encapsulated length measuring devices of the LF 485 series promise high accuracy in a small space. A particularly low-wear ceramic coupling prevents wear-related inaccuracies throughout the entire lifecycle of the length measuring device.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For linear axes with a length of up to 1220 mm
- Very high repeatability
- Very small signal periods (4 µm)
- Compact design for tight installation conditions
- Interfaces: 1 VSS
LS 100 - Incremental length measuring device with large-profile scale housing.
Due to their large-profile scale housing and robust design, our length measuring devices of the LS 100 series score high in vibration resistance and large measuring lengths.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For linear axes with a length of up to 3040 mm
- Reliable and accurate position detection
- Interfaces: 1 VSS and TTL
LS 400 - Incremental length measuring device with low-profile scale housing.
We recommend our incremental encapsulated length measuring devices of the LS 400 series when high accuracy is required in tight installation conditions. The space-saving yet robust design makes it possible.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For linear axes with a length of up to 2040 mm
- Particularly easy installation with mounting rail
- Less sensitive to dirt thanks to additional scanning field
- Interfaces: 1 VSS and TTL
Open Length Measuring Devices - Wear-free scanning for maximum precision.
Specifically for the semiconductor industry, pick-and-place machines, and direct drives, SCHMACHTL offers a variety of open linear encoders. They operate without mechanical contact between the scanning head and the scale or tape measure. Discover the advantages of our different series now!
LIC 4100 - Absolute length measuring device with high speed.
Our open length measuring devices of the LIC 4100 series allow both high precision and exceptionally fast traverse movements. Specifically, measuring steps from only 1 nm up to 600 m/min are possible.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For linear axes with high travel speed
- Measuring length up to 28 m
- Design with very small measuring step (<1 nm)
- Designs available for high vacuum
- Designs available with "Functional Safety"
- Various mounting options
- Interfaces: EnDat, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, and Yaskawa
LIC 3100 - Absolute length measuring device with high accuracy.
Our open length measuring devices of the LIC 3100 series score, among other things, with their particularly good dynamic behavior. In addition, they impress with great reliability and consistently high accuracy over the full measuring length.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- for linear axes with high travel speed
- measuring length up to 10 m
- small measuring step 10 nm
- interpolation deviation ±100 nm
- various mounting options
- interfaces: EnDat, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, and Yaskawa
LIP 300 – Incremental length measuring device with very high accuracy.
Our length measuring devices of this series are characterized above all by their exceptional precision. Nevertheless, the mounting tolerances are very generous, which makes assembly particularly easy.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For highly accurate linear axes with a length of up to 270 mm
- Very small measuring step (<1 nm)
- Very high repeatability
- Dimensional embodiment embedded in carrier
- Interface: 1 VSS
LIP 200 - Incremental length measuring device with high dynamics and precision.
Our open length measuring devices of the LIP 200 series work based on the interferential scanning principle and impress with an optimized scanning electronics and a particularly light-efficient graduation structure. This results in significantly improved speed and position stability.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For highly accurate linear axes with lengths of up to 3040 mm
- Very small measuring step (<1 nm)
- High speed and position stability
- High repeatability
- Interfaces: EnDat, Fanuc, Mitsubishi, 1 VSS
LIF 400 - Incremental length measuring device with very high accuracy.
In addition to practical installation, versatile application, and consistently high signal quality, our open length measuring devices of the LIF 400 series score points with highly accurate scanning. The latter enables a phase grating division based on the interferential scanning principle with the smallest measuring steps.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For highly accurate linear axes with lengths up to 1640 mm
- Larger measuring lengths possible after consultation with LIF 100
- Very small measuring step (<2 nm)
- Resistant to contamination
- Versions available for high vacuum
- Position detection through limit switches and homing track
- Interfaces: 1 VSS, TTL
Series LIDA 400 - Incremental length measuring device for large measuring lengths.
We recommend our open length measuring devices from the LIDA 400 series to you, among other things, for particularly large measuring lengths. In addition, they are characterized by a wide range of applications and secure end position detection with a limit switch.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For linear axes with high travel speed
- Measuring length up to 30 m
- Available with tape measure or scale
- Various mounting options
- Resistant to contamination
- Interfaces: 1 VSS, TTL
Series LIDA 200 - Incremental length measuring device with integrated function display.
If you value not only easy installation, large measuring lengths, and consistently high signal quality but also place importance on a quick functional check, we recommend our open length measuring device from the LIDA 200 series.
Further advantages and features for you at a glance:
- For linear axes with high travel speed
- Integrated function display using tricolor LED
- Measuring length up to 10 m
- Various mounting options
- Tape from the roll
- Resistant to contamination
- Interfaces: 1 VSS, TTL
SCHMACHTL Services.
Our SCHMACHTL "S" stands for the solution path that we define together with you and walk in a partnership collaboration with you. We support you with the following services:
Technical Consulting & Planning
Our experts are available to assist you online, by phone, or in person to find the best solution for you.
Product Demo On-Site
See for yourself - We offer live demos on-site and the opportunity to test our products for a period of time.
Engineering
Our technicians develop individual solutions for you - from CAD design to sophisticated concepts.
Installation & Commissioning
Our experts ensure a professional installation and smooth commissioning of your systems.
Training and Workshops
To ensure you can start optimally, we offer training sessions from basic to expert level, tailored to your needs.
Custom Packaging
We customize our product packaging according to your requirements.
Storage Stock
Through our storage stock, we ensure a safe and fast supply of your products.
Custom Packaging and Delivery
We offer customized packaging and delivery solutions tailored to your specific needs.
Technical Support
Our after-sales team is available at all times to assist you with technical questions and challenges.

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