Encoders
Wherever precision in motion is of the essence, an encoder is likely to be found. Indeed, it’s hard to name an industry that does not benefit from encoder technology. It is found everywhere from mission-critical applications in the most rugged environments to routine workplace applications that demand uncompromising repeatability.
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Incremental Encoders
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Incremental encoders provide a relative position with respect to a "home" or zero position. US Digital offers incremental encoders as kits ready for assembly and shaft-equipped encoders, using both optical and magnetic technologies. Also in stock and immediately available are encoder modules and encoder components such as disks and hubdisks.
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Absolute Encoders
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US Digital designs and manufactures absolute encoders in both optical configurations, for the highest possible resolution and accuracy, and magnetic versions for demanding environments. In either case, absolute encoders report a shaft angle within a single 360-degree shaft rotation without stops or gaps. Unlike incremental (sometimes called "relative") encoders, absolute encoders provide true (absolute) shaft position, eliminating the need for a "home" or "zero" cycle after a supply-voltage power cycle.
