The Models and optical incremental encoders are designed for light industrial applications that require high resolution in a very small package. The two models share these features:

• Either shafted or blind-hollow shaft version
• LED illumination for long life (>100,000 hours)
• Differential photo-detectors for signal stability
• Single-board, surface-mount electronics for reliability
• RS-422 differential line driver output for noise immunity
• Zero index signal
• Monolithic integrated ASIC for internally interpolated resolutions up to 8,000 cycles/rev (32,000 counts/rev)

For special situations, we can optimize catalog encoders to provide higher frequency response, greater accuracy, wider temperature range, reduced torque, non-standard line counts, or other modified characteristics. In addition, we regularly design and manufacture custom encoders for user-specific requirements. These range from high-volume, low-cost, limited performance commercial applications to encoders for military, aerospace and similar high-performance, high-reliability conditions.

We would welcome the opportunity to help you with your encoder needs.