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In this post, we'll go over some of the basics of absolute encoders and how to create an encoder disk that generates unique, absolute positions.   Read More »

For rotary encoders, we measure accuracy in degrees, arcminutes or arcseconds. Such small units of measurement can be hard to visualize. In this post, we compare these measurements in relation to everyday objects to help you understand the relative size.   Read More »

In this post, we'll discuss the most frequently used output types for absolute encoders. We'll start with the simplest, the analog voltage output. Then we'll move on to PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) outputs, and finish with serial communication interfaces.   Read More »

A lot of times encoders are used to track motion, but in some cases encoders are the thing that moves first and the system responds. In this post we'll discuss how encoders can be used as a human machine interface.   Read More »

In this post, we'll explain the three forms of encoder resolution: native, interpolated and multiplication.   Read More »

When US Digital introduced the E4T miniature optical encoder, the production team faced difficulties working with small encoder disks. To improve the situation, the company decided to automate part of the disk handling process, which had always been done by hand.   Read More »

Every pump has a mechanism that moves a fluid. If you need to track the amount of fluid that passes through the pump, you can attach an encoder to that mechanism.   Read More »

If you need an encoder that can measure very small distances, which of the following is most important to you: resolution, accuracy or precision? Not sure? This post will break things down for you.   Read More »

Electrical noise can wreak havoc by injecting false signals onto encoder lines, or by overwhelming real signals entirely. It’s often intermittent, which can make diagnosing and fixing it a nightmare. But with a few simple techniques, you can drastically reduce electrical noise so that it doesn’t cause problems for the transmission of the signals from your encoder.   Read More »

Where do encoders face their toughest operating conditions? One answer at the top of the list is in the petroleum industry, where encoders are used everywhere.   Read More »