In linear encoders for NC applications, external electronics interpolate sinusoidal signals from the encoder head. The effect is to subdivide the basic line spacing on the scale to gauge smaller ...

A linear encoder is basically a ruler or scale marked with increments that a reading head counts as it travels past. Each mark encodes a specific distance, so the encoder can determine how far it ...

IKO International has unveiled its new TZ series precision elevating table. As semiconductors and optical components become ...

For use on machine tools, HEIDENHAIN Corporation's newest absolute LC 185 and LC 485 sealed linear encoders are now available as a complete family. This includes providing options of all the most ...

-Providing high system accuracy and thermal stability- RSF Elektronik MSA 7/8 linear encoders for high-end metrology position feedback. Available through HEIDENHAIN CORPORATION in North America.

Linear encoders have been around for a while, normally glass ones are used for real precision. You should encode two ‘lines’ with ‘grey code’ so that you can detect record changes in ...

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., June 20, 2017/PRNewswire/ -- NUMERIK JENA, known for high quality smaller package-size linear and rotary encoders, has now developed two families of absolute linear encoders to ...

The new RSF MS 45 brings to market an exposed linear encoder that features an integrated status display with a multicolor LED to facilitate simple mounting as well as to allow for monitoring signal ...

Incremental-rotation or linear encoders are very common, but normally they do not provide a direction signal. This design shows an easy way to detect forward or reverse direction.