Machine Design

Incremental Encoder

The Model 862 incremental encoder has a strong resistance to vibration and shock and is electrically insulated up to 2.5 kV. The heavy-duty encoder comes with short-circuit-protected outputs and ...
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Control accurate incremental voltage steps with a rotary encoder

Experimenting with an HF oscillator, I needed to control the varactor diode voltage in precise increments over a 2V-10V range. A buffered potentiometer was the obvious choice, and connecting two pots ...
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Timing the Commutation Channels of an Optical Encoder to a Brushless Motor

Alignment of optical encoder commutation signals to a Brushless DC (BLDC) motor could be thought of as being comparable to timing the distributor on a car engine. The distributor tells the spark plugs ...
Machine Design

Incremental Wheel Encoder

The DKV 60 Incremental Measuring Wheel Encoder provides reliable speed and position feedback in conveyor-belt applications. The unit features IP65 protection with a robust design that’s resistant to ...