# Broadcom AEAT-9018-S06 18-bit Magnetic Encoder Module (6 mm shaft)

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Base-plate + magnet-hub absolute magnetic encoder module for a 6 mm motor shaft, 18-bit SSI; Broadcom's current replacement line for the obsolete AEAT-6012.

- Maglev ID: ac-broadcom-aeat-9018-s06
- Brand: Broadcom
- MPN: AEAT-9018-S06
- Category: actuators / Magnetic Encoders
- Origin: US (maker HQ, factory not confirmed)
- Maker: Broadcom (brand, US)
- NDAA: unknown · Blue UAS: unknown · FCC: n/a
- HTS: 8543.70.4500
- MOQ: 1 · Lead time: unknown
- Confidence: VERIFIED

## Price
- 1+: $56.28 (distributor, 2026-10-30, https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/broadcom-limited/AEAT-9018-S06/19200942)
- 35+: $40.10 (distributor, 2026-10-30, https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/broadcom-limited/AEAT-9018-S06/19200942)
- 280+: $33.64 (distributor, 2026-10-30, https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/broadcom-limited/AEAT-9018-S06/19200942)

## Specifications
- Resolution: 18 bit (family 10 to 18 bit)
- Accuracy: INL ±0.3° typ, ±0.8° max
- Max speed: 12,000 rpm mechanical speed
- Interface: SSI (3-wire)
- Form: on-axis module: base plate + magnet hub for 6 mm shaft (open center), terminal pins
- Sensing: magnetic (Hall)
- Supply: 5 V (4.5 to 5.5 V)
- Bore / ring ID: n/a (fits 6 mm shaft via hub)
- Operating temp: -40 °C to +125 °C

## Links
- Product: https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/broadcom-limited/AEAT-9018-S06/19200942
- Datasheet: https://docs.broadcom.com/doc/AEAT-901x-Magnetic-Encoder-DS
- CAD: none

## Sources
- https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/broadcom-limited/AEAT-9018-S06/19200942 (price breaks, stock 123, Active, HTSUS 8543.70.4500)
- https://docs.broadcom.com/doc/AEAT-901x-Magnetic-Encoder-DS (datasheet: resolution, INL, speed, supply, temp)