Offering 5-V TTL-compatible dual-channel quadrature output with index options, the 920 Series compact optical incremental encoders feature an integral 5-pin connector that mates with both Amphenol and ...

Learn how encoders work, what makes a quality encoder, how to install encoders, and tips to select the right one. Also included is an indepth discussion on environmental and electrical concerns.

Encoders are a vital component in many applications that require motion control and feedback information. Whether a system’s requirement is speed, direction, or distance, an encoder produces control ...

Last year, Automation World examined the differences between accuracy, resolution, and precision in the encoder world. And while understanding the differences among these terms is important to ...