Updated June 15, 2026: Bogen Magnetics supplies magnetic-based encoders for industrial automation applications. At last year’s Automate Show, we chatted with engineering and sales manager Darrell Davey at the Bogen booth. He detailed how Bogen encoders are often integrated into robotics and medical applications for precise and reliable position feedback. Many of the encoder components […]
Absolute Encoders
Expressions of feedback resolution for absolute encoders
Unlike the relative values output by an incremental encoder, every shaft position output by an absolute encoder corresponds to a unique digital value or word. This is in part how these encoders track shaft position even if there’s a power interruption. Multiturn absolute rotary encoders and sensors report two aspects of shaft position — the […]
Electromate adds Netzer VLP-13 miniature absolute encoder
Electromate has added the Netzer Precision VLP-13 to its catalog, a miniature absolute rotary encoder for space-constrained motion systems where size, precision and reliability are required. Why the VLP-13 Matters As demand increases for smaller, lighter and more precise motion control systems in robotics, aerospace, medical and automation sectors, the VLP-13 addresses a common design […]
Two new miniature absolute encoders join US Digital’s lineup
US Digital announced the launch of two new miniature absolute encoders: the MAE4 and the MA4. The MAE4 is a kit-style encoder designed to mount directly to existing shafts, while the MA4 is a shafted version. Both models deliver 12-bit resolution and offer a choice of analog or PWM outputs. For quick assembly, the MAE4 […]
New high-resolution encoder offers multi-turn absolute feedback at zero incremental cost
Kollmorgen has introduced the new SFD-M (Smart Feedback Device, Multi-Turn). It allows machine builders to achieve high-resolution multi-turn feedback with absolute positioning information available at system startup. Designed to work with AKDTM and AKD2G drives, the SFD-M absolute multi-turn encoder can be integrated into Kollmorgen housed servo motors at no additional charge compared to the […]
Tour of HEIDENHAIN technologies displayed in Anaheim
HEIDENHAIN is best known for extremely high-end ultra-precision motion feedback and control technologies delivering industry-leading accuracy. These include optical, inductive, and magnetic encoders as well as linear scales, controls, drives, and even integrated motion systems. The solutions are widely used in high-precision machinery in CNC machining as well as aerospace, semiconductor, and medical applications. So, […]
New VLM-60 multi-turn encoder from Netzer Precision
Netzer has introduced the new VLM-60 multi-turn, hollow-shaft absolute rotary encoder, the ideal solution for smooth and continuous production with limited space. The VLM-60 multi-turn encoder from Netzer is an extremely low profile, hollow-shaft absolute rotary encoder. Often used in multi-axis machinery, servo motors machine tools or robots, and process machine manufacturing, the VLM-60 ensures […]
Next generation absolute encoders feature new magnetic sensing technique
As part of its ambitious NEXTGEN initiative, encoder-maker POSITAL has introduced a major update to its portfolio of IXARC magnetic encoders. While incremental encoders based on the new technology platform have been available for several months, the company is now rolling out a new generation of single and multiturn absolute encoders. These new encoders come […]
Absolute encoders — facts and misconceptions
A little knowledge goes a long way — knowing and understanding the advantages and limits of encoders and limit switches can ensure the best possible motion system design. Ray Marquiss Senior Application Engineer for Automation Valin Corporation There are two parts of motion control systems often overlooked or misunderstood; encoders for either the motor rotation […]
Celera Motion debuts inductive encoder for automation in extreme conditions
Celera Motion, a business unit of Novanta Inc., has introduced the Field Calibration IncOder, a new absolute inductive encoder that achieves next-level accuracy angle measurement in motion control applications and position feedback in robotics in the most demanding environments. The Field Calibration IncOder is designed for applications that need precise angle measurements but in conditions […]
