Encoder manufacturers are making sure that their offerings keep pace with broader technological changes and the demands of the market. For example, more powerful motion controllers and drives have spurred a rise in more sophisticated automation systems across a range of industries and applications. Robotics in particular is one area that continues to see growth, […]
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Encoder Products Company offers draw wire motion feedback solution
Encoder Products Company’s (EPC) new LCX Series draw wire units work with EPC encoders to accurately measure position and provide motion feedback in motion control applications. The LCX Series of Draw Wire solutions is manufactured for EPC by our German technology partner and offers wire lengths from one to 42.5 meters in length. “The maintenance-free […]
Absolute encoders from Encoder Products Co. now with PROFINET
The Model A58HE and Model A58SE Ethernet-ready, multi-turn absolute encoders from Encoder Products Company (EPC) are designed for harsh factory and plant environments. In addition to EtherCAT Deterministic Communication, the two models now feature the PROFINET communication protocol as well. These encoders are particularly suited to applications where fieldbus connectivity is required, and the encoder […]
High-performance magnetic encoder modules offer new options
Encoder Products Company is announcing additional options for their low-profile 30-mm diameter magnetic encoder modules. The Model 30M and Model 30MT provide accurate incremental feedback, even in harsh operating conditions, by means of advanced sensing and signal processing technology. Now with upgraded options to choose any resolution from 1 to 1,024 and 1 to 16 […]
Encoder Products launches new rugged programmable encoder Model 25SP
Encoder Products Company (EPC) has introduced the new Model 25SP, a programmable encoder in the industry-standard Size 25 package (2.5 in. x 2.5 in., or 63.5 mm). Contained within the rugged, industrial housing of the Model 25SP is an advanced set of electronics that allow the encoder to be programmed for exact application needs. Using […]
Transcript: Encoder integration in 2016 — New modes of installation, networking, and more
This is the unedited transcript for webinar: Encoder integration in 2016: New modes of installation, networking, and more. Click here to watch the presentation on demand. In this webinar — Encoder integration in 2016: New modes of installation, networking, and more — Lisa Eitel and Steve Dilts cover the latest in rotary position encoders. We explore where mechanical, optical, magnetic, and […]
Encoder Products Company’s New Online 3D configurator now available
Encoder Products Co. now offers a new online 3D Configurator tool for their most popular encoder models. The 3D Configurator lets users customize select encoders to fit the desired application, including packaging, robotics, motors, or any other application where motion control is needed. The 3D Configurator interface is intuitive and works in any web browser for […]
FAQ: What are traditional and newer multi-turn measuring systems for encoders?
Edited by Zak Khan || Multi-turn measuring encoders are absolute encoders that can count multiple turns. Three main technologies enable such encoder design — batteries, gearing, and self-powering setups. Batteries and gears are traditional implementations of multi-turn technology; self-powering setups are newer. Batteries: Simple but incur replacement costs Batteries maintain power supply even during machine […]
Top encoder trends for 2015: Smarter, more reliable designs
As critical components in motion control systems, encoders have come a long way from the mostly mechanical devices of yesteryear. We asked some leading encoder manufacturers to tell us how encoder designs are changing and what industries and applications are driving those changes. Here’s what those manufacturers said. 1. What are some of the key […]
How to select, apply and integrate the right encoder for an industrial automation application
Updated June 2016 by Lisa Eitel || by Joe Kimbrell, Product manager, Drives, Motors and Motion, AutomationDirect Encoders are used to determine the position, velocity and direction of motor shaft speed and other mechanical motion. They provide information required for the precise control of a variety of applications, such as positioning a rotary table, pick […]
