Optical encoders convert angular or linear movement into an electrical signal through the use of an optical sensor. They indicate position, movement, direction and displacement in both rotary and linear applications.
Optical encoders are found in many motion control applications, such as motion control of motor shafts. They can be found in coordinate measuring machines and positioning and measuring devices for medical applications.
Optical encoders measure angular and linear movement through the use of an optical light source and photo detector. This light source can either be reflected or transmitted through a coded disk or scale to indicate an incremental or absolute position.
Be sure to consider details such as speed, resolution, length and other constraints when looking at optical encoders.
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Optical encoder module 500 ppr | ENC 30 HEDL maxon motor
The maxon ENC HEDL is an optical 3-channel encoder with line driver in acc....
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Miniature optical incremental linear encoder max. 50 mm | LGH MITUTOYO
Laser Hologage LGH (resolution 0.01 um): - High-accuracy type with high displacement accuracy (0.1 um), high repeatability (0.02 um), and a length measuring range of 10 mm - Optimal as a master gage of measuring...
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Exposed optical absolute linear encoder max. 25 mm | WCS2A, WCS3A PEPPERL & FUCHS
Two read head styles are available: the WCS2A and WCS3A. From a technology standpoint, they are very similar. Their available control interface formats, RS-485 and SSI, are the same. Their resolution is also virtually identical (0.833mm for the WCS2A vs. 0.8mm for the WCS3A). The models do possess some...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder -40 - 100 °C, max. 30000 rpm MOOG
All motors can be fitted with an encoder. We use the Hewlett-Packard HEDS and HEDM series of optical encoders as the standard offering. Other encoders are available. Features...
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Optical incremental linear encoder SiGNUM™ RENISHAW
Renishaw's optical linear encoders provide zero mechanical hysteresis and excellent metrology. The patented filtering optics withstand a variety of contaminants...
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Optical absolute linear encoder LC 100 DR. JOHANNES HEIDENHAIN GmbH
Sealed Linear Encoders Sealed linear encoders from HEIDENHAIN are protected from dust, chips and splash fluids and are ideal for operation on machine tools. An aluminum housing and elastic...
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Two versions: synchro flange or clamp flange. Industrial standard housing for universal use. Robust design. Encoder profile DSP 406, class 1 and 2. Easy pushbutton setup. Clearly visible...
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Hollow-shaft optical absolute rotary encoder 12 - 17 bit | AC36 HENGSTLER
Overall length: 36 mm For equipment engineering and industry Up to 17 Bit Resolution...
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Optical multiturn absolute hollow-shaft rotary encoder max. 6 000 rpm | G0L2H - SSI Baumer
Voltage supply 10...30 VDC Reverse polarity protection...
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Glass scale optical incremental linear encoder 12 - 25 mm | P1514 MAHR
* Measuring range 12 mm * The measured value is registered...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder max. 2 500 ppr, ø 37 - 50 mm | DBS50 series SICK
Connection with universal cable outlet Face mount flange with 8 mm solid shaft Face mount flange with...
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Optical absolute rotary encoder max. 12 000 rpm | H25 ® BEI Industrial Encoder Division
Long considered the industry standard for shafted incremental encoders, the Model H25 is now available in an absolute version with up to 13 Bits of resolution. It incorporates many of the great standard features...
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Hollow-shaft optical incremental rotary encoder 10 - 2 500 ppr | 844A Allen Bradley
Bulletin 844A Hollow-Shaft Incremental Encoders offer you the advantages of...
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The model mini encoder is a single-turn absolute rotary encoder with opto-electronic technology. This...
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Hollow-shaft optical incremental rotary encoder 6000 rpm, IP 67 | Sendix H120 KÜBLER
Product familyH120DimensionsØ 100 mmHollow shaft max.Ø 28.00 mmSpeed...
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Optical incremental linear encoder 12 - 25 | LE SOLARTRON METROLOGY
Solartron Metrology linear encoders are highly accurage optical gauges designed for use in applications where consistent sub-micron measurement is required....
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Optical incremental linear encoder US Digital
The PE series linear plunger-style optical encoder has a machined aluminum enclosure. The PE provides either single-ended or differential quadrature encoder output in a convenient mechanical package. Various CPI (counts per inch)...
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Optical absolute linear encoder max. 55 mm, RS485, RS232 | RF25X Series RIFTEK
Absolute Linear Encoders, RF25X Series Application domain Absolute encoders are designed for measuring and checking of displacements, dimensions,...
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Optical absolute linear encoder Leader Precision Instrument Co. Ltd
Usage: The linear encoder is used to accurately detect and display the displacement of machine tools or measuring equipment together with the digital readout, which is installed on the milling machine, lathe machine, drilling machine and so on Features: High accuracy optical glass Scale reference points at a 50mm pitch to determine datum point for machining...
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Optical absolute rotary encoder max. 3000 rpm, 12 - 30 VDC | U-ONE® Johannes Hübner Giessen
One single device for measuring speed, postion and overspeed This development is based on an universal basic unit connected to electronic function modules in the switchgear...
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Optical absolute multiturn rotary encoder 14 - 16 bit, 120 rpm, RS422 | FPCOM23-01 Codechamp
MULTITURN ABSOLUTE ENCODERS : Size 23 / 14 BIT Resolution per revolution : 1'19'' (16384 counts) Nb of revolutions : 4096 Total resolution : 26 BIT Accuracy : ± 40'' Output : Serial output Output Interface : RS422 Power supply / consumption : OV ; + 24V ± 6V (150 mA max) Operating temperature : - Standard : from...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder max. 9 600 000 ppr, max. ø 192 mm | Kit R series NUMERIK JENA
Minimum configuration of a rotary encoder for use with limited installation space. Enormous system variability with modular design The Encoder...
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Sealed optical incremental linear encoder max. 0.5 µm | GMS GIVI MISURE
▪ Modular optical scale with stainless steel grating, particularly suitable for long strokes (measuring length up to 30,040 mm). ▪ Rugged and heavy profile, in anodized aluminium. ▪...
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Optical absolute linear encoder 50 - 500 mm | GL5, GL1 Elbo - Eredi Bassi Araldo sas
The GL serie has been designed to make possible installations on limited spaces on both Machine Tools (e.g. diametral axis on Lathes)...
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Hollow-shaft optical incremental rotary encoder Ø 58 mm, max. 5 000 ppr | C59, C60, C58 LIKA
Through hollow shaft up to Ø15mm. Resolution up to 1024 pulses/rev. Radial cable output. Different fixing possibilities: · C58: standard...
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Optical incremental linear encoder 0.001 - 0.1 mm, IP54 |KD series ELAP
The linear optical readers series KD are accurate and reliable, especially suited for applications in severe industrial environments. They can be profitably employed on machine tools (CNC, boring machines, planomillers,...
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Optical absolute rotary encoder Typ: KDK, KRE, KRD, KRN, KBN TWK ELEKTRONIK GmbH
Absolute optical encoder - Interfaces: analogue, SSI, CANopen, PROFIBUS - Resolution:...
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Optical absolute rotary encoder Ø 6 mm, IP 65 | WDG-SL-S Wachendorff Automation GmbH & Co
WDG-SL-S Absolute shaft encoder, optical, SSI,...
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Optical absolute multiturn rotary encoder ST 16 Bit/MT 14 Bit, IP 65/IP66 FRABA POSITAL
Resolution per Revolution up to 16 bit (65536 Steps) Up to 16384 (14 bit) Revolutions...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder 6 - 24 VDC | EB 50 BERNIO ELETTROMECCANICA
Optical encoder monoditectional with 50 pulse every turn or bidirectional with 25 pulse every turn built for our motor type 615, 742. Power 6-24 Vdc. Output open collector...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder 128 - 5000 ppr | E2 Lin Engineering
Compatible to HP HEDS-550 encoders Best for NEMA 17, 23 and 34 Tracks from 0 to 100,000...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder ø 3/8 " | ZFG / ZGG Red Lion Controls
:: ZFG & ZGG - SINGLE CHANNEL :: * Rugged Aluminum Housing *...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder MCB industrie
Diameter 27 mm Up to 2500 periods C3I-27 Diameter...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder 5 V, 17 mA | HEDS 5500 EBMPAPST
BCI-Sensor Encoder HEDS 5500 – Optoelectronic 2-channel incremental encoder. A resolution of max. 2.048 increments per revolution...
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Optical incremental rotary encoder 48 - 5 000 ppr PITTMAN
Cost effective feedback devices for positioning applications. Encoder technologies...
